A U.S. district court is scheduled to consider whether to approve the settlement next week, in a case that marked the first substantive decision on how fair use applies to generative AI systems.
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‘AI slop’ videos may be annoying, but they’re racking up views — and ad money
Critics say that “slop” videos made with generative AI are often repetitive or useless. But they get millions of views — and platforms are grappling with what to do about them.
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AI “deadbots” are persuasive — and researchers say, they’re primed for monetization
The digital afterlife industry may near $80 billion in a decade, fueled by AI “deadbots.” Tech firms see profit. But experts warn of troubling consequences.
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Research suggests doctors might quickly become dependent on AI
A study in Poland found that doctors appeared less likely to detect abnormalities during colonoscopies on their own after they’d grown used to help from an AI tool.
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An AI divide is growing in schools. This camp wants to level the playing field
For years, research has shown a digital divide when it comes to schools teaching about new technologies. Educators worry that this could leave some students behind in an AI-powered economy.
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Boston Public Library aims to increase access to a vast historic archive using AI
The library is launching a project in collaboration with Harvard Law School and OpenAI this summer to digitize the materials and make them more fully searchable.
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He said, she said, it said: I used ChatGPT as a couple’s counselor. How did we fare?
Looking for backup, I turned to an AI chatbot for relationship wisdom. It took my side. It was only when I challenged the bot’s biases — and my own — that we had a communication breakthrough.
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Songs of Love writes personalized music for kids — but can AI carry the tune?
For nearly 30 years, the nonprofit Songs of Love Foundation has created custom songs for kids with terminal illnesses. Now it has harnessed AI to expand its services to older adults with memory loss.
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Trump’s new AI policies keep culture war focus on tech companies
A new executive order instructs tech companies to address what the White House sees as “woke AI.” Receiving future federal contracts could hinge on whether AI firms respond.
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Trump aims to get rid of AI regulations and finance exports to win AI race
President Trump says he wants to make sure the United States wins the artificial intelligence race. The White House says fewer regulations will help.
