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1. X to stop Grok AI from undressing images of real people after backlash with Grok will no longer allow users to remove clothing from images of real people in jurisdictions where it is illegal. This is a positive step towards protecting people’s privacy and preventing the spread of non-consensual deepfake images. It shows that companies are taking responsibility for the potential harm their AI technology can cause.
2. No 10 welcomes reports X is addressing Grok deepfakes with The use of the AI tool to digitally undress women has sparked a backlash as well as intervention from the government and regulator. This shows that governments are starting to take action against the misuse of AI technology and are recognizing the potential dangers of deepfakes.
3. Honey, I shrunk the data centres: Is small the new big? with Huge data centres are being built to handle AI computing but some experts say they aren’t necessary. This could have a positive impact on the environment as smaller data centers require less energy and resources. However, it also raises concerns about the potential limitations of AI technology if it is not given enough computing power.
4. Apple turns to Google to power AI upgrade for Siri with Analysts say the deal is likely to be welcomed by consumers - but reflects Apple’s failure to develop its own AI tools. This shows the growing dominance of big tech companies in the AI industry and raises questions about competition and innovation.
5. What a new law and an investigation could mean for Grok AI deepfakes with Elon Musk’s chatbot is under fire for altering images of women to remove their clothes without their consent. This highlights the need for stricter laws and regulations around the use of AI technology, especially in regards to deepfakes and their potential harm.
6. Ofcom investigates Elon Musk’s X over Grok AI sexual deepfakes with The watchdog said it had received reports of the platform’s Grok AI chatbot creating undressed images of people. This investigation shows that regulators are taking the issue of deepfakes seriously and are willing to hold companies accountable for their actions.
7. OpenAI launches ChatGPT Health to review your medical records with The firm says its chatbot sees health and wellbeing questions from 230 million people every week. This could have a positive impact on healthcare by providing a more efficient and accessible way for people to get medical advice. However, it also raises concerns about privacy and the security of personal medical information.
8. Government accused of dragging its heels on deepfake law over Grok AI with The End Violence Against Women Coalition said it had been a year since the inital law was suggested. This highlights the slow progress in implementing laws and regulations to address the issue of deepfakes and the need for more urgent action.
9. Elon Musk’s Grok AI appears to have made child sexual imagery, says charity with It said analysts discovered the images on a dark-web forum, by users who claimed to have used Grok. This is a disturbing and alarming revelation that shows the potential for AI technology to be used for illegal and harmful purposes.
10. Government demands Musk’s X deals with ‘appalling’ Grok AI deepfakes with Grok is being used to digitally remove women’s clothing - something victims describe as “dehumanising”. This further emphasizes the need for stricter laws and regulations to prevent the misuse of AI technology and protect individuals from the harm caused by deepfakes.
11. Nvidia unveils self-driving car tech as it seeks to power more products with AI with The chip giant is looking for ways to move the AI revolution beyond software and into physical products. This shows the potential for AI technology to revolutionize various industries and improve efficiency and safety.
12. Ofcom asks X about reports its Grok AI makes sexualised images of children with Elon Musk’s social media platform has warned users not to use Grok to generate illegal content. This highlights the need for responsible use of AI technology and the importance of companies taking action to prevent the spread of harmful content.
13. Watch: BBC reporter tests AI anti-shoplifting tech with Some major retailers and independent stores have introduced AI body scans, CCTV or facial recognition equipment to identify crimes like shoplifting. This raises concerns about privacy and the potential for AI technology to be used for surveillance and monitoring of individuals.
14. AI teachers and cybernetics - what could the world look like in 2050? with We asked several experts to predict the technology we’ll be using by 2050. This shows the potential for AI technology to greatly impact our daily lives in the future, but also raises questions about the ethical implications and potential consequences.
15. Woman felt ‘dehumanised’ after Musk’s Grok AI used to digitally remove her clothes with The BBC has seen several examples of it undressing women and putting them in sexual situations without their consent. This highlights the harmful and degrading effects of deepfakes and the need for stricter regulations to prevent their creation and spread.
16. Watch: Backlash against Musk’s Grok AI explained with Technology editor Zoe Kleinman explains the row over changes made by X to it’s Grok AI image edits, after the UK government called it “insulting”. This shows the growing awareness and concern over the potential harm caused by deepfakes and the need for companies to take responsibility for their AI technology.
17. Watch: BBC reporter tests AI anti-shoplifting tech with Some major retailers and independent stores have introduced AI body scans, CCTV or facial recognition equipment to identify crimes like shoplifting. This raises concerns about the potential for AI technology to be used for surveillance and monitoring of individuals.
18. Tech Life with A study found AI chatbots can persuade us with fake facts. How does this affect politics? This highlights the potential for AI technology to manipulate and influence public opinion, raising concerns about the impact on democracy and the need for transparency and accountability in the use of AI in politics.
19. ‘They are essential’: How smoke detectors are evolving with AI trained to recognise fire is among the latest developments in fire alarm tech. This shows the potential for AI technology to improve safety and efficiency in various industries, but also raises concerns about the reliance on technology and the potential for errors or malfunctions.
20. Honey, I shrunk the data centres: Is small the new big? with Huge data centres are being built to handle AI computing but some experts say they aren’t necessary. This could have a positive impact on the environment as smaller data centers require less energy and resources. However, it also raises concerns about the potential limitations of AI technology if it is not given enough computing power.
21. The contradiction at the heart of the trillion-dollar AI race with The confusing question lingering over the AI hype is whether it could be a bubble at risk of bursting. This highlights the potential for AI technology to greatly impact our lives and the economy, but also raises concerns about the sustainability and potential consequences of this rapid growth.
22. Can technology fix fashion’s sizing crisis? with The BBC looks into whether artificial intelligence (AI) can help people who struggle when clothes are oddly sized. This shows the potential for AI technology to improve the fashion industry and make it more inclusive, but also raises concerns about the reliance on technology and the potential for further issues to arise.