Data centers used to fuel AI are popping up all over the U.S., and they’re becoming a midterm issue for voters that’s now drawing White House attention.
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The risks of AI in schools outweigh the benefits, report says
A new report warns that AI poses a serious threat to children’s cognitive development and emotional well-being.
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Malaysia, Indonesia become first to block Musk’s Grok over AI deepfakes
Malaysia and Indonesia have become the first countries to block Grok, the artificial intelligence chatbot developed by Elon Musk’s xAI, after authorities said it was being misused to generate sexually explicit and non-consensual images.
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Your next primary care doctor could be online only, accessed through an AI tool
The shortage of primary care doctors is a national problem. To cope, a large health system in Massachusetts is using an AI tool to screen patients and refer them to other care.
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Ditching music algorithms? Here are 12 streaming alternatives to explore
If you’re looking to shake things up in the new year, these streaming platforms will help you diversify your music-listening habits.
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Teachers are using software to see if students used AI. What happens when it’s wrong?
School districts from Utah to Ohio to Alabama are spending thousands of dollars on these tools, despite research showing the technology is far from reliable.
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Is The Washington Post’s new AI podcast a hallmark of the future?
The Post calls the podcast an “AI-powered tool” that turns its articles into an audio news digest.
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What former ally did Trump call a ‘ranting Lunatic’ this week? Find out in the quiz
This week, the quiz examines truth, drugs and scandal!
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Ahead of the holidays, consumer and child advocacy groups warn against AI toys
The child advocacy nonprofit Fairplay issued an advisory on Thursday warning people against buying AI toys this holiday season. It’s not the only group.
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Disney eyes a future where users help shape the story
Disney CEO Bob Iger said his company is talking with AI companies about allowing subscribers to create their own short-form videos on Disney+.
