Ransomware groups may utilize agentic AI to enhance their operations, making it easier for them to evade detection and launch attacks. This technology will enable agents to identify target assets, navigate networks, and execute attacks with increased speed and efficiency. With agentic AI, ransomware gangs can automate tasks, reduce the need for human expertise, and improve attack effectiveness, allowing them to conduct multiple attacks in parallel.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/agentic-ai-and-ransomware-get-ready-for-the-next-threat-evolutionSam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, aims to create a brain-like AI system that is easy to use for people's needs. The non-profit organization plans to focus on developing "beneficial Artificial General Intelligence" (AGI) with safety and alignment as top priorities.
https://www.techradar.com/computing/artificial-intelligence/we-want-to-build-a-brain-for-the-world-sam-altman-makes-a-crucial-decision-about-the-future-of-openai-and-it-may-determine-the-future-of-chatgpt-and-agiDonald Trump's approval rating has dropped to 42%, with 53% of Americans disapproving of him, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll. His ratings peaked at 47% in the early days of his presidency. Northeastern University's Wihbey warns that if Trump creates more photo-realistic images suggesting historical events he didn't experience, it will be a significant test for AI's ability to manipulate reality.
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/05/06/world/politics/trump-ai-pope-image/US President Donald Trump is using artificial intelligence-generated images to project a strong image, similar to professional wrestling, where he can be the "bad guy" or "good guy" based on crowd reaction. This tactic comes as his approval rating is dropping, with 42% of Americans approving and 53% disapproving, according to recent polling. Trump has posted AI-generated images of himself in various roles, including a king and gangster, while his policies are unpopular. Experts warn that if he attempts more realistic images of historical events, it could further blur the line between reality and fantasy.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1308843-trump-faces-backlash-over-ai-pope-image-brushes-off-outrageOpenAI declined to comment on its funding situation, while Windsurf, a company formerly known as Codeium, is in talks with investors General Catalyst and Kleiner Perkins for a $3 billion valuation.
https://channelnewsasia.com/business/openai-agrees-buy-windsurf-about-3-billion-bloomberg-news-reports-5110746AMD and Arm are set to report earnings, providing insight into AI infrastructure demand ahead of Nvidia's Q2 earnings release.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/capital-markets/amd-arm-offer-window-into-ai-landscape-ahead-of-nvidia-earningsA new AI tool called CausVid has been developed by researchers at CSAIL and Adobe Research, led by Tianwei Yin and Qiang Zhang, which combines a pre-trained diffusion-based model with an autoregressive architecture to generate smooth videos. Unlike previous causal approaches that struggled with error accumulation, CausVid uses a high-powered diffusion model to teach a simpler system its general video expertise, resulting in faster and more consistent rendering.
https://news.mit.edu/2025/causevid-hybrid-ai-model-crafts-smooth-high-quality-videos-in-seconds-0506To succeed, AI tools require continuous training and education, enabling employees to feel confident in their ability to use them effectively. This confidence fosters a collaborative environment where team members can experiment with new uses for AI, driving innovation and creativity within the organization. Companies like Google, which prioritizes AI education, are reaping the benefits of an AI-savvy culture that encourages collaboration and discovery.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/building-on-data-smart-to-become-ai-savvyMeta Platforms has been awarded $168 million in damages by a US court after it was found liable for being hacked by the Israeli spyware firm NSO Group, which was accused of targeting iPhones used by human rights activists and journalists.
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