In Seoul, South Korea, Lee Geon Hui sought a special way to honor his father, a single parent who made sacrifices for him. He chose an AI-animated video message from his late grandfather, a figure his father deeply missed. Utilizing technology from the Seoul-based firm Vaice, Lee created a video where a digital version of […]
The German software giant SAP is focusing on transforming jobs through technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), rather than eliminating positions. Experts have mixed views on the feasibility of this approach. Matthias Deindl, a product management executive at SAP, works at an AI-enhanced production line in Walldorf, Germany. Reporting from SAP global headquarters and a nearby […]
Four years have passed since Google dismissed Blake Lemoine, but the tech industry is now openly investigating artificial intelligence consciousness. In July 2026, Google and various tech companies have started to explore the possibilities of AI exhibiting sentient qualities. Blake Lemoine, a former Google engineer, made headlines in 2022 when he claimed that an AI […]
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh discussed recent trends in inflation, mentioning a decrease in inflation risks but emphasizing that further efforts are necessary to control rising prices. He noted that energy prices have significantly decreased since the U.S. and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding to end the war last month. Although energy prices remain […]
PlayStation has announced a significant change in how it will distribute new games. Starting January 2028, the company will no longer release physical discs. This decision is described as a “natural direction” to “adapt to consumer trends” by Sony Interactive Entertainment. Despite the strategic reasoning, the announcement has frustrated some gamers. Sony has declared that […]
Cloudflare, a major player in managing internet web traffic, has issued a deadline for AI web crawlers. The company demands that AI crawlers differentiate between bots gathering content for search and those scraping data for AI training. Crawlers failing to comply face being blocked on pages featuring ads. This move highlights Cloudflare’s stance on controlling […]
Significant changes in AI governance are happening at the federal level, but the discussion is ongoing. In June, the White House issued an executive order focusing on AI innovation and security, along with National Security Presidential Memorandum-11 concerning AI in national security. This happened as new AI models acquired advanced cyber capabilities. Before its review […]
Leading technology companies have begun studying whether artificial intelligence (AI) models could experience emotions or develop consciousness. Organizations like Anthropic, Google, and Meta are investing in research involving computer scientists, neuroscientists, and philosophers to explore this complex topic. In 2024, AI researcher Cameron Berg seized an opportunity during a party to inquire about AI consciousness […]
The rapid expansion of data centers across the United States has sparked significant discussion among legislators and local municipalities. The National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) reports that lawmakers in at least 14 states are considering bans or temporary pauses on new data center constructions. These facilities are integral to supporting AI advancements but also […]
The Commerce Department has lifted restrictions on Anthropic’s artificial intelligence models. This decision allows the company to reactivate its most advanced technologies, lessening tensions with the Trump administration. According to a government letter seen by The New York Times, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick informed Anthropic of the change. The company no longer needs a license […]