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The Download: AI hacking beyond Mythos, and chatbots’ impact on our brains
The article discusses two key topics in tech: the use of AI in hacking beyond complex models like Mythos, as seen in the Meta hack where attackers exploited a customer support AI to steal Instagram accounts, highlighting the need for improved AI security measures. Additionally, psychologist Gloria Mark raises concerns about AI chatbots like ChatGPT impacting cognitive abilities by reducing attention spans and cognitive work, potentially affecting critical thinking and emotional intelligence. The article also touches on other tech news, including calls for a global slowdown in AI development and the increasing presence of bot web traffic surpassing human web traffic.
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The Download: AI-generated lawsuits and virtual power plants for data centers
AI-generated lawsuits are flooding courts, raising questions about the rights and responsibilities of chatbots in legal matters. Meanwhile, Google is investing in virtual power plants to manage energy for data centers, offering incentives for customers to reduce electricity use during peak times. Additionally, the EU is proposing legislation to reduce dependence on Big Tech and boost domestic tech sectors.
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How virtual power plants could provide energy for data centers
Google has partnered with Voltus to establish a virtual power plant (VPP) that will utilize flexibility on the grid to power data centers. The VPP will aggregate devices like electric vehicles and smart thermostats, paying customers to participate and adjust power usage during peak times. This initiative aims to address energy demand for data centers without the need for new power plants. While there are questions about incentives and participation, this collaboration represents a significant step in leveraging VPPs to support data center operations.
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The Download: Trump’s new AI order, and smart glasses for warfare
President Trump signed a new AI order focusing on innovation and security, introducing a voluntary review system for tech companies to share models with the government before release. Meanwhile, defense-tech company Anduril is developing smart glasses for warfare with Meta, envisioning drone strike orders via eye-tracking and voice commands. SpaceX plans to raise $75 billion in an IPO, Meta scales back worker tracking for AI training, and Microsoft launches a new AI assistant. Additionally, concerns arise about AI's impact on mathematics, surveillance, and cybersecurity.
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