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🫣 Google Retreats from AI Ethics Pledge
AI Bulletin
February 05, 2025
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Here are 5 things you missed today in the world of AI. Because we get it, life is busy & who has the time to sit around and keep up with the fastest moving industry right now - here are 5 things we think you need to know in the world of AI.
1 -🫣 Google Retreats from AI Ethics Pledge
Google has quietly removed its promise not to use AI for weapons or surveillance, raising concerns about the company's ethical stance on emerging technologies. This shift comes amid a global AI race and a growing focus on national security, despite previous employee protests and a strong initial commitment to ethical AI development.
2 - 👷🏻♀️ California Bill Seeks to Protect Kids from AI Chatbots
A new California bill proposes requiring AI companies to remind children that chatbots are not human and to disclose data on suicidal ideation. This comes amid growing concerns about the potential harms of AI on children's mental health, with lawsuits alleging dangerous and addictive chatbot interactions.
3 - 🍎 Apple Invites: A Slick Invite App for Apple Users, a Mixed Bag for Others
Apple Invites simplifies event planning with features like AI-generated backgrounds and easy sharing. However, the app requires an iCloud+ subscription and offers a less seamless experience for Android users.
4 - 💰 Google CEO Hints at Future Ads in Gemini AI
Google CEO Sundar Pichai has confirmed that the company is exploring "very good ideas" for native ads within its Gemini AI assistant. While the current focus is on free tiers and subscriptions, Pichai acknowledged the potential for advertising as a future monetization avenue, similar to YouTube.
5 - ❓ The OpenAI Revolt: How Sam Altman Returned to the Helm
OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, experienced a dramatic leadership upheaval, culminating in the reinstatement of CEO Sam Altman after a mass employee exodus. This article delves into the internal turmoil, explores the motivations behind the attempted ouster, and examines the future of the company and its impact on the AI landscape.
Written by AI Bulletin team - Australia
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