The Personal Information Protection Commission in South Korea found that Hangzhou DeepSeek Artificial Intelligence Co Ltd did not obtain user consent when transferring personal data to companies in China and the US during its launch in January. The commission suspended new app downloads after DeepSeek acknowledged failing to follow data protection rules. It was discovered that DeepSeek sent user-generated AI prompts, device information, and network details to Beijing Volcano Engine Technology Co Ltd, citing improvements to user experience.
https://channelnewsasia.com/east-asia/south-korea-deep-seek-transferred-user-data-prompts-without-consent-5085611Meta's latest AI assistant on WhatsApp has sparked frustration among users who claim it appears uninvited and cannot be disabled, despite being described as an optional tool by the company. The assistant, marked with a blue circle in chat interfaces, is reportedly answering questions and generating content without user consent, contradicting Meta's claims of its helpful nature.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1304590-meta-ais-integration-into-whatsapp-sparks-privacy-concernsSK Hynix, a key supplier to Nvidia, has reported earnings that beat estimates due to the growing demand for AI-related products. The South Korean company's revenue and profit margins exceeded expectations, driven by increased sales of memory chips used in artificial intelligence applications. This trend is expected to continue as AI technology continues to boom, with Nvidia's stock price rising accordingly.
https://www.livemint.com/companies/company-results/nvidia-supplier-sk-hynix-s-earnings-beat-estimates-on-ai-boom-11745449610668.htmlSK Hynix, a South Korean semiconductor company, has posted record profits due to strong demand for artificial intelligence (AI) technology. The company's shares have surged in response to the growing need for AI-powered components in various industries. SK hynix is one of the leading manufacturers of memory chips used in AI applications.
https://www.livemint.com/companies/company-results/sk-hynix-posts-record-profits-thanks-to-strong-ai-demand-11745462175268.htmlUS President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order to modernize workforce programs, aiming to create high-paying trade jobs. The move is part of his efforts to boost the US economy and address concerns about job security in the wake of automation. The order focuses on upskilling and reskilling programs for workers, with an emphasis on emerging technologies such as AI and renewable energy. Trump hopes this will help the US remain competitive in the global market and create new opportunities for American workers.
https://www.livemint.com/news/world/trump-signs-new-executive-order-to-modernise-workforce-programmes-pushes-for-hiigh-paying-trade-jobs-11745454329383.htmlOpenAI's head of product for ChatGPT, Nick Turley, revealed during a DOJ antitrust trial in Washington that the company is facing issues with its current search provider, which has affected its chatbot technology.
https://www.pymnts.com/google/2025/antitrust-trial-reveals-google-rejected-openai-partnership/The US government's artificial intelligence project is at risk of being hacked by China due to components built in China. A report by Gladstone AI found that top AI datacenters, including OpenAI's Stargate project, are vulnerable to sabotage and exfiltration attacks. The authors warn that a successful attack could be carried out for $20,000 and cause significant damage, with potential delays in parts shipment from China if the US tech labs order repairs.
https://www.rawstory.com/ai-and-national-security/OpenAI's search technology is crucial for its "super assistant" app goals, but Google has declined to work with the startup in an antitrust trial. OpenAI's Nick Turley testified that the company never intended to create a simple chatbot like ChatGPT, but rather a tool to help users complete tasks.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/antitrust/chatgpt-chief-calls-search-crucial-for-openai-in-google-trialThe rise of AI in science may undermine progress by creating a monoculture of knowledge that prioritizes questions and methods suited for AI. This could move away from transdisciplinary approaches essential for responsible AI development, as well as nuanced public reasoning and dialogue needed to tackle social and environmental challenges. The scientific community must address concerns about the use of AI, including whether it constitutes "outsourcing" that compromises publicly funded work, in order to revitalize the social contract between scientists and society.
https://www.rawstory.com/ai-is-set-to-transform-science-but-will-we-understand-the-results/