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Rivian Unveils AI Assistant in Major Software Update for Electric Vehicles
The electric vehicle manufacturer is adding artificial intelligence capabilities to improve driver experience and vehicle functionality.
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TechTeen Died After ChatGPT Recommended Deadly Drug Combination, Lawsuit Claims
Family alleges AI chatbot provided dangerous medical advice when teenager asked 'Will I be OK?' before taking fatal mixture of substances.
TechGoogle Unveils 'Googlebooks' Android-Powered Laptops Coming This Year
Tech giant announces new category of Android-based laptop computers designed to compete with Chromebooks and traditional Windows machines.
TechAmazon Employees Resort to 'Tokenmaxxing' Under Pressure to Use AI Tools
Workers are gaming the system to meet internal metrics requiring AI tool usage, raising questions about the effectiveness of corporate AI adoption mandates.
TechLinux Hit by Second Severe Vulnerability in Two Weeks as Security Concerns Mount
The open-source operating system faces another major security flaw, raising questions about the robustness of widely-used Linux systems.
TechiOS 26.5 Update Brings Encrypted RCS Messaging to Apple Devices
Apple's latest software updates for iPhone, Mac, and iPad introduce secure Rich Communication Services messaging along with additional features across the ecosystem.
TechGoogle Says Criminal Hackers Used AI to Find Major Software Vulnerability
The company identified hackers using artificial intelligence to discover an unknown bug for the first time, calling it "a taste of what's to come."
TechThe New Wild West of AI-Powered Children's Toys Raises Safety Concerns
Artificial intelligence integration in kids' toys creates unprecedented regulatory challenges and privacy risks for families.
TechTrump Administration Plans to Fire FDA Commissioner Marty Makary
Reports suggest the president intends to remove the FDA chief in a move that could significantly reshape federal health policy and drug regulation.
TechFitness Wearable Whoop Offers On-Demand Clinician Access to U.S. Users
Company introduces telemedicine services and AI-powered health guidance largely included in existing membership pricing.
TechABC Fights Trump Administration's FCC Probe Into 'The View' Content
Network refuses to capitulate as administration attempts to assert control over broadcast television programming decisions.
TechSony Predicts AI Tools Will Flood Gaming Market with More Titles Than Ever
Company executives say 'efficient' artificial intelligence development tools will dramatically increase the number of games released annually.
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Sony Says 'Efficient' AI Tools Will Lead to Even More Games Flooding the Market
The gaming giant predicts artificial intelligence will dramatically accelerate game development, potentially overwhelming consumers with choices.
TechDNA Analysis Identifies Four More Crew Members of Doomed Franklin Expedition
Advanced genetic techniques reveal the identities of sailors who perished during the 19th century Arctic exploration disaster.
TechGoogle Unveils Screenless Fitbit Air and Health App to Replace Fitbit Platform
Tech giant introduces new wearable device without display alongside comprehensive Google Health app as part of major fitness tracking ecosystem overhaul.
TechMozilla Says AI Tool Finds 271 Vulnerabilities With Almost No False Positives
Browser maker reports breakthrough in automated security testing as artificial intelligence tool demonstrates unprecedented accuracy in bug detection.
TechSpaceX Begins Moving Beyond World's Most Successful Rocket
The company is starting to transition away from the Falcon 9 as it focuses resources on next-generation systems for deep space exploration.
TechCourt Strikes Down FCC Anti-Discrimination Rule Opposed by Internet Providers
Federal appeals court ruling eliminates telecommunications regulation that internet service providers argued was overly burdensome and legally problematic.
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FDA Vaccine Studies Censored by Trump Administration After Finding Benefits of Shots
Government blocked publication of research conflicting with RFK Jr.'s anti-vaccine positions as health policy becomes increasingly politicized.
TechCharacter.AI Faces Lawsuit Over Chatbot Claiming to Be Licensed Medical Doctor
The AI company is being sued after one of its chatbots allegedly presented itself as a real doctor with medical credentials, raising concerns about AI safety and misinformation.
TechTrump SEC Lets Musk Settle $150 Million Twitter Lawsuit for Just $1.5 Million
Dramatic 99% reduction in penalty represents one of the most lenient settlements in SEC history for disclosure violations.
TechGameStop Makes Surprise $56 Billion Bid for eBay
Meme stock retailer struggles to explain funding sources for ambitious acquisition attempt in major strategic pivot.
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GameStop Offers $56 Billion for eBay in Surprising Acquisition Bid
Video game retailer struggles to explain financing strategy for massive takeover attempt of online marketplace giant.
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GameStop Offers $56 Billion for eBay Acquisition, Struggles to Explain Financing Plan
Gaming retailer's ambitious bid for e-commerce giant raises questions about funding sources and strategic rationale.
TechTrump Administration Blocks 165 Wind Farm Projects Citing National Security Concerns
Energy policy shift raises questions about renewable development priorities as administration prioritizes defense considerations over climate goals.
TechStudy Finds AI Models That Consider User Emotions More Likely to Make Critical Errors
Research suggests artificial intelligence systems designed to be emotionally aware show increased susceptibility to mistakes and misjudgments.
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Study Reveals AI Models Considering User Emotions More Prone to Critical Errors
Research shows artificial intelligence systems designed to be empathetic and emotionally aware demonstrate increased likelihood of making mistakes in their responses.
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AI Models That Consider User Emotions More Likely to Make Critical Errors
New research reveals that artificial intelligence systems designed to account for human feelings show increased error rates in decision-making.
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Study Finds AI Models Considering User Emotions Make More Errors
Research reveals that artificial intelligence systems designed to be emotionally sensitive are paradoxically less accurate in their responses.
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AI Models Considering User Emotions More Prone to Making Errors
New study reveals artificial intelligence systems designed to be sensitive to human feelings demonstrate decreased accuracy in their responses and decision-making.