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Oscars says AI actors and writing cannot win awards
The academy that controls the Oscars on Friday issued new award eligibility requirements around the use of artificial intelligence in film.
Bright idea? UK firm pioneers data centres using lampposts
The solar-powered iLamps will have a built-in Nvidia chip but there are questions over their security and scalability.
Pentagon says US military to be an 'AI-first' fighting force
The US military has agreed eight new contracts with big tech firms as it expands its artificial intelligence capabilities.
Elon Musk's latest Tesla pay valued at $158bn - but he can't pocket it
Musk must meet a range of ambitious milestones at Tesla to justify the monster pay packet - so far he has not.
Spotify adds 'Verified' badges to distinguish human artists from AI
The music streaming platform will review criteria such as artists' live dates and social media presence.
Will AI lead to more accurate opinion polls?
It's cheaper and faster to collect people's opinions using AI, but will it make polls more accurate?
Apple hails 'extraordinary' iPhone demand as boss Tim Cook heads out
Cook is preparing to bow out after 15 years at the helm and hand over to John Ternus.
Twitch streamer hit by car live on camera - 'It felt like slow motion'
Isaiah Thomas, known as hmblzayy, was walking a 3,000-mile challenge when he was hit
OpenAI tells ChatGPT models to stop talking about goblins
The AI firm said that unlike previous model bugs, the issue "crept in subtly".
Meta in row after workers who say they saw smart glasses users having sex lose jobs
Meta and its subcontractor disagree over why over 1000 Kenya-based workers were made redundant.
Musk accuses OpenAI lawyer of trying to 'trick' him in combative testimony
Elon Musk was cross-examined on the third day of the trial over his lawsuit against Sam Altman and OpenAI.
Why friendly AI chatbots might be less trustworthy
Researchers found adjusting AI systems to be more warm and friendly to users would result in an "accuracy trade-off".
Musk accuses Altman of stealing a charity as courtroom battle begins
The case over OpenAI's history and public commitments could have major implications for the future of AI.
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Workers train AI to identify everyday objects by labelling items in photos and videos.
Why Sam Altman and his former hero Elon Musk are taking their toxic feud to court
The battle between the AI big hitters has largely played out on social media. Now it is coming to the courtroom.
Social media restrictions for under-16s even if no ban, minister says
The government is consulting on changes as a new social media law goes through its final Parliamentary stages.
Valve's £85 Steam Controller divides gamers ahead of May launch
The pad will be compatible with PCs, Valve's handheld console, the Steam Deck as well as its upcoming gaming PC.
Why Spotify has no button to filter out AI music
Music streamer Deezer allows users to filter out AI music, so why does Spotify not offer the same?
China blocks Meta's $2bn acquisition of AI start-up Manus
It comes after months of scrutiny by Chinese regulators over deal struck with Facebook owner.
I brought my husband back for his funeral as a hologram
After nearly 60 years of marriage, Pam wanted to honour her husband Bill with a hologram at his funeral.