US District Judge Vince Chhabria questioned Meta's argument that it can use copyrighted works without permission to train its AI model, specifically citing authors Junot Diaz and Sarah Silverman. Chhabria expressed concern that Meta's actions could "obliterate" the market for these creators' work, raising doubts about the fairness of using their material without a license.
https://channelnewsasia.com/business/judge-meta-case-warns-ai-could-obliterate-market-original-works-5103561An Australian news website called Pravda Australia has significantly increased its output since the election, but its impact on AI chatbots is unclear. ABC News conducted an audit of AI chatbots and found that some returned false information about non-existent parties like the "Australian Muslim Party" and created fake social media posts to amplify false claims about the government's funding of Hamas. The rate of falsehoods has not significantly increased, suggesting Pravda Australia may be having a limited effect on AI performance.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05-03/pro-russian-push-to-poison-ai-chatbots-in-australia/105239644Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has reimagined Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's visit to the company in a style reminiscent of Studio Ghibli, a Japanese animation studio known for its whimsical and fantastical films. The meeting took place at OpenAI's headquarters, where Altman presented his vision for the AI firm's future growth and development. Nadella was reportedly impressed by Altman's presentation, which included innovative ideas and strategies to further establish OpenAI as a leader in the field of artificial intelligence.
https://www.livemint.com/technology/tech-news/sam-altman-reimagines-satya-nadella-s-openai-visit-in-studio-ghibli-style-microsoft-ceo-responds-11746171014329.htmlThe US Department of the Air Force has started ground testing a semi-autonomous drone, known as a collaborative combat aircraft, as part of its CCA program. The Anduril-made YFQ-44A drone is being tested for its capabilities and could potentially start flying this summer.
https://interestingengineering.com/military/us-air-force-tests-drone-wingmenMastercard and PayPal are exploring the use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) to enhance their agentic commerce capabilities. The partnership aims to leverage GenAI to create more personalized and seamless experiences for consumers. For instance, users may be able to receive customized product recommendations based on their purchase history and preferences. This is similar to how Apple's Siri uses natural language processing to provide voice-based assistance. PYMNTS Intelligence reported that the collaboration between Mastercard and PayPal could lead to significant improvements in the overall ecommerce experience, making it more engaging and user-friendly.
https://www.pymnts.com/artificial-intelligence-2/2025/this-week-in-ai-visa-mastercard-and-paypal-go-all-in-on-agentic-commerce/The US Pentagon is seeking drone-killing technology that prioritizes civilian safety. The Defense Innovation Unit plans to release a solicitation for low-collateral counter-drone systems, which will be explored by experts at the unit.
https://www.defensenews.com/pentagon/2025/05/02/pentagon-seeks-drone-killing-technology-thats-safe-for-civilians/The California Privacy Protection Agency has advanced scaled-back rules governing how automated technology uses personal data of state residents. The proposed regulations cover workplace and public monitoring, with narrower cybersecurity audits and mandated privacy assessments than originally crafted, in response to criticism from business lobbyists who felt the agency was overstepping its authority.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/tech-and-telecom-law/california-privacy-agency-advances-pared-down-ai-rulemakingThe key to competitiveness in the new season of work lies in realigning efforts towards high-value, AI-specialized skills and complementary competences. According to a research fellow at the Graduate Institute of Development, Lahore School of Economics, individual agency is crucial in capturing the skills premium in an Age of Generative AI, where human adaptability and the ability to learn and evolve are essential for sustainable growth.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1307260-reaping-the-skills-premiumA software company provides advanced digital analytics tools to over 15,000 users, including prominent clients such as BuzzFeed and Deloitte, offering features like keyword tracking, smart notifications, and backlink monitoring with AI-driven insights and a user-friendly interface.
https://martech.zone/zutrix-ai-driven-seo-alerts-audits-whitelabel-reports/