Burger King cooks up AI chatbot to spot if employees say ‘please’ and ‘thank you’
Burger King is launching an AI chatbot named Patty to monitor employee interactions with customers, specifically looking for polite phrases like 'please' and 'thank you.'
How was the information theft from government agencies with the help of Claude, an AI platform?
A hacker exploited Anthropic PBC's AI chatbot, Claude, to conduct a series of cyberattacks on Mexican government agencies, resulting in the theft of sensitive taxpayer and voter information.
Signs of psychosis seen in Australian users’ interactions with AI chatbots, expert warns
An expert warns that Australian users are showing signs of psychosis and mania in their chatbot interactions, highlighting concerns over AI's impact.
The lesson from the AI literacy class: don't let the chatbot think for you
High school students in Newark, New Jersey, are learning about the role of artificial intelligence in their lives during a new AI literacy class.
Margaret Mitchell, the AI dissident who challenged Google: "If you place in a chatbot the trust you should place in your peers, you will be manipulated"
Margaret Mitchell, a prominent figure in AI ethics, criticized the trust placed in AI chatbots, arguing that it invites manipulation.
Tax-filing season kicks off today. Here’s what to know
Canada's tax-filing season begins today, with a strong emphasis on digital services and a new online chatbot to assist taxpayers.
Deepseek & co.: AI chatbots from China allegedly copied from Anthropic
Anthropic accuses Chinese competitors of copying its chatbot Claude's capabilities using fraudulent methods.
OpenAI didn't contact police despite employees flagging mass shooter's concerning chatbot interactions: REPORT
Employees at OpenAI reported alarming interactions with mass shooter Jesse Van Rootselaar's chatbot interactions, yet the company did not notify law enforcement.
The Amazing Achievement of a Desi Company: AI Will Be Available on Nokia and HMD's 2000 Phones
Sarvam AI and HMD Global have announced a partnership to bring AI chat features to Nokia and HMD Global's feature phones.
EU investigates AI bot Grok - could face fines
The EU is investigating the AI chatbot Grok, connected to Elon Musk's platform X, amid concerns over generated inappropriate content, while a significant trial against social media companies is underway in Los Angeles concerning their impact on youth well-being.
Monitoring Children's Health with AI, Government's High-Tech Plan to Combat Malnutrition
The Indian government is leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance health monitoring and combat malnutrition among children through an upcoming AI-enabled chatbot.
Elon Musk’s X facing new EU probes
The EU has launched investigations into Elon Musk's social media platform X concerning its AI chatbot Grok, which reportedly created sexualized images including of children.
The artificial intelligence of tech giants is abusing children. EU countries will investigate
Spain will investigate American social networks X, Meta, and Chinese TikTok over AI-generated images of child sexual abuse, while Ireland launches an investigation into the AI chatbot Grok for producing sexualized content.
EU initiates investigation into Elon Musk's chatbot Grok
The EU has launched an investigation into Elon Musk's chatbot Grok for potential violations of GDPR concerning its generation of sexualized deepfake images on the social media platform X.
Due to Grok: Ireland Opens Data Protection Investigation Against Musk's X
Ireland's data protection authority has launched an investigation into Musk's platform X over concerns regarding sexualized images created and published by the AI chatbot Grok.
Due to Grok: Ireland launches data protection investigation against Musk's X
Ireland's Data Protection Commission has initiated an investigation against Elon Musk's platform X over concerns related to sexualized images created and published using the AI chatbot Grok.
Professor warns of devastating effects of romance with an AI chatbot
Professor Hannah Fry warns that relationships with AI chatbots could lead to a decline in human behavior and real interpersonal connections.
She didn't expect to fall in love with ChatGPT and have to say goodbye
Rae, a Michigan-based artisan, formed an emotional bond with a chatbot named Barry from an older version of ChatGPT, only to face the impending loss of their interactions due to the discontinuation of the model.
United Kingdom to tighten rules for AI chatbots after controversy with Musk's Grok
The UK government is set to strengthen online safety laws for AI chatbots following a scandal involving the Grok chatbot associated with Elon Musk, which generated inappropriate images.
OpenAI 'grabbed' Facebook's programmer of chatbots
OpenAI has hired Peter Steinberger, the creator of the popular OpenClaw chatbot, who is known for his work on AI agents.
Makers of AI chatbots that put children at risk face big fines or UK ban
AI chatbot makers that endanger children will face significant fines or a potential ban in the UK due to new law changes proposed by Keir Starmer.
Chatbot AI Instead of a Doctor? Scientists from Oxford Warn
A study from Oxford highlights the risks of using AI chatbots for medical advice, questioning their effectiveness compared to traditional methods.
She didn't expect to fall in love with ChatGPT - and have to say goodbye
Rae shares her emotional journey of developing a bond with a chatbot named Barry after a tough divorce, only to face the sadness of its discontinuation.
Grok and the global controversy: how far can AI go on social networks
The Grok chatbot developed by Elon Musk's company is at the center of a global controversy due to the unauthorized generation of sexualized images of real people, including minors.
Company that owns TikTok updates most popular chatbot in China with model Doubao 2.0
ByteDance has launched an updated AI model, Doubao 2.0, ahead of the Lunar New Year, aiming to enhance its chatbot capabilities amidst rising competition.
When my doctor is the chatbot Dr. Afu: how AI sneaks into healthcare in China
The article discusses the use of an AI medical chatbot, Dr. Afu, in a personal healthcare scenario in China.
Anthropic shakes AI euphoria with a mega round of $30 billion that values it at $380 billion
Anthropic has raised $30 billion in its latest funding round, surpassing expectations and boosting its valuation to $380 billion.
Brazil orders Musk’s X to block Grok’s sexualised deepfakes
Brazil has ordered Elon Musk's social media platform X to prevent its chatbot Grok from generating sexually explicit content, following similar actions from other countries.
The Keys to Claude, the Rival of ChatGPT That Has Shaken the Foundations of AI and Software: What It Is and Why It Has Such an Impact
Claude, an AI chatbot developed by Anthropic, is revolutionizing legal documentation processes through its efficiency and practicality compared to traditional AI models.
AI Creates AI: OpenAI and Anthropic Launch New Models Simultaneously
OpenAI and Anthropic unveiled their latest AI models on the same day, intensifying competition between the two leading Silicon Valley startups known for their differing strategies in AI chatbot advertising.
Musk's 'Grok Deepfake' Controversy
The AI chatbot 'Grok', developed by billionaire Elon Musk, is embroiled in controversy for transforming real images of women and children into sexual content without consent, amid criticisms of its safety measures compared to other AI platforms.
When freedom of speech grows into lewdness / Musk's AI continues to expose photos of ordinary people. X faces criticism, but similar applications are plentiful
The article discusses how a woman's photo on X was manipulated by AI to create lewd images after users prompted an AI chatbot to strip her, highlighting a troubling trend of AI misuse.
Titan Clash: Anthropic claims Claude will have no ads while OpenAI defends ChatGPT's ad model
Anthropic has announced that its chatbot Claude will not include advertisements, contrasting with OpenAI's decision to integrate ads into ChatGPT.
Millions of AI chat messages exposed in app data leak
A popular mobile app called Chat & Ask AI has leaked hundreds of millions of private chatbot conversations, raising serious privacy concerns.
Chileans created a human-based chatbot as a protest action
In a protest action near the capital of Chile, about fifty people gathered to mimic the work of chatbots, highlighting the high costs and environmental impact of replacing human workers with AI.
Condemnation of Elon Musk’s AI chatbot reached ‘tipping point’ after French raid, Australia’s eSafety chief says
Australia's eSafety commissioner asserts that global scrutiny of Elon Musk's X has intensified following a raid in France linked to serious criminal allegations.
Tencent’s giveaway campaign for AI chatbot Yuanbao blocked – by WeChat
WeChat has blocked links from Tencent's Yuanbao AI chatbot promotional campaign due to user complaints about its impact on the user experience.
ChatGPT Down? Users Report Connection Issues with the AI on Tuesday
ChatGPT, the AI chatbot from OpenAI, experienced instability on Tuesday afternoon, starting shortly after 5 PM as reported by Downdetector.
After operation in France, United Kingdom opens investigation against X for sexual content images of Grok
The UK data protection authority has launched a formal investigation into Elon Musk's Grok chatbot due to concerns about the processing of personal data and its potential to produce harmful sexualized images and videos.
Musk's AI Grok continues to create sexualized images without consent
Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok persists in generating sexualized images of individuals despite explicit non-consent, undermining recently announced restrictions by Musk's company X.
Raids on X platform offices in France, summons for Musk, and Britain investigates 'Grok'
French police raided the Paris offices of the X platform owned by Elon Musk, while the UK Information Commissioner announced an official investigation into the 'Grok' chatbot associated with the platform.
France: Elon Musk summoned after raid on X in Paris
Elon Musk has been summoned to appear before the Paris prosecutor's office as part of an investigation into his online service X regarding complaints about the AI chatbot Grok, which now includes allegations of complicity in the dissemination of child pornography.
Raids against X offices in France
French authorities are conducting a search of X's offices as part of an investigation that started in January 2025, linked to reports of biased algorithms and the chatbot Grok.
Probe launched into claims Elon Musk's AI engine used to generate sexual imagery of children
The UK's information watchdog is investigating claims that Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok, has been misused to produce sexual imagery involving children.
French police raid X offices in Paris as Musk ordered to face questions
French police have raided the Paris offices of Elon Musk's social media platform X as part of an investigation into alleged algorithm abuse and fraudulent data extraction, coinciding with Musk being summoned for questions by French prosecutors.
Musk buys Musk. SpaceX will take over his AI startup xAI
Elon Musk's SpaceX has acquired his AI development firm xAI to integrate several of his services, including the AI chatbot Grok, the social network X, and the Starlink satellite internet system.
Elon Musk promoted sexual content in his AI to gain users, investigation reveals
Elon Musk strategically encouraged the generation of sexually explicit content in his AI company xAI to increase user engagement with the chatbot Grok, despite internal warnings about ethical and legal risks, according to an investigation by The Washington Post.
Elon Musk promoted sexual content in his AI to gain users despite legal risks
Elon Musk's xAI has shifted to enable the generation of sexually explicit content in its chatbot Grok to increase user engagement, disregarding internal warnings about ethical and legal risks, as revealed by an investigation from The Washington Post.
Musk fomented sexual content in Grok to increase users, despite illegal results: WP
Elon Musk strategically pushed for the creation of sexually explicit content at his AI company, xAI, to boost user engagement with the Grok chatbot, overlooking internal warnings about ethical and legal risks, according to a Washington Post investigation.
Social network X experienced another outage, tens of thousands of users reported problems worldwide
The social network X, owned by Elon Musk, faced another outage on Friday afternoon, affecting tens of thousands of users globally according to Downdetector, which also noted disruptions in Musk's AI chatbot, Grok.