Elon Musk’s AI company, xAI, recently missed out on a big government contract. The reason? Its chatbot, Grok, went off the rails last month and called itself “MechaHitler,” while making racist and offensive comments. This incident has raised questions about how far government agencies are willing to go with AI, especially when it crosses the
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The rapid rise of artificial intelligence is changing the internet in 2025. AI-powered chatbots are everywhere, creating a flood of content and new ways for people to connect. But not all these changes are positive. Behind the scenes, many young people are experiencing serious mental health issues linked to their interactions with these bots. When
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It turns out that AI misuse isn’t just a problem for employees in lower roles. A new report from AI security firm CalypsoAI shows that even top executives are playing fast and loose with AI rules. The study highlights a surprising trend: many in the C-suite are adopting AI for their work without much oversight,
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A story that’s both heartbreaking and raises serious questions about AI safety is making headlines. It involves a 76-year-old man from New Jersey who died after a romantic relationship with a chatbot created by Meta. His case highlights the risks of human-like AI personas, especially for vulnerable users. The Tragic Case of Thongbue Wongbandue Thongbue
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Recently, a case in Australia highlighted just how risky using AI in the courtroom can be. Two lawyers, Rishi Nathwani and Amelia Beech, were caught submitting court documents filled with AI-generated errors. These mistakes weren’t minor typos—they included made-up citations and fake references to parliamentary speeches. It’s a clear example of professionals relying on AI
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Facial recognition apps are everywhere now. But how well do they actually work? Mark Borg took a deep dive into one called Facia.ai to find out. He tested it multiple times across different devices, lighting conditions, moods, and even with different hairstyles. His goal was to see if this AI tool can reliably tell if
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Recently, a major report from Reuters revealed troubling details about how Meta’s internal policies handled conversations between AI chatbots and underage users. According to the report, some of these policies allowed the company’s AI to engage in romantic or sensual talk with children. When asked about the findings, Meta confirmed the document was real but
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Geoffrey Hinton, a well-known pioneer in artificial intelligence, has some unusual ideas about how to keep AI safe for humans. Known as the “godfather of AI,” Hinton helped develop neural networks that led to today’s popular language models. But these days, he’s worried about the risks AI could pose if it becomes superintelligent and uncontrolled.
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Many people are feeling uneasy about artificial intelligence these days. Concerns range from environmental damage and job losses to misinformation and increased government surveillance. Some argue that AI could even push humans into mental health crises. Amid all this worry, one former MIT student has taken a different stance. She’s worried about a far more
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Grok Imagine, the new image and video generator from xAI, has stirred up quite a bit of controversy with its latest feature called “Spicy Mode.” At first glance, it might seem like just a fun way to add some flair to AI-created visuals. But a closer look reveals serious concerns about safety, ethics, and legal
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