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AI's rapid growth causes concern as nations implement chip export restrictions amid US pressure. Utilities consider rate hikes due to AI's energy demands, while AI voice mimicry deceives officials. Meta considers closed AI models, and studies reveal mental health risks from AI chatbots, as federal AI regulation fails.

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Meta considers closed AI model

Meta considers closed AI model

Meta may abandon open-source AI for closed models.

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Apple rethinks its AI approach

Apple rethinks its AI approach

Apple faces pressure to revamp its AI strategy.

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CoreWeave expansion strains Texas power

CoreWeave expansion strains Texas power

AI data centre expansion strains power grids.

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Siemens, SAP criticize EU AI Act

Siemens, SAP criticize EU AI Act

Siemens and SAP call for revisions to EU AI regulations, citing stifled innovation.

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Meta to Monetize AI Investments

Meta to Monetize AI Investments

Meta is pivoting from free AI to monetisation via ads, subscriptions and business services.

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Malaysia restricts AI chip exports

Malaysia restricts AI chip exports

Malaysia requires permits for high-performance US AI chip exports.

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UK Companies Reduce AI-Vulnerable Hiring

UK Companies Reduce AI-Vulnerable Hiring

UK businesses are cutting back on hiring due to AI.

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AI Chatbots pose mental health risks

AI Chatbots pose mental health risks

Stanford study warns AI therapy chatbots may reinforce stigma and give dangerous advice.

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Nvidia CEO downplays China chip risk

Nvidia CEO downplays China chip risk

Nvidia CEO says China military AI chip concerns are unwarranted.

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AI regulation focuses on harm

AI regulation focuses on harm

AI regulation should target specific harms, enabling adaptable governance.

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