Man dies while trying to meet AI chatbot he thought was girlfriend
Meta declined to comment on the death but said “Big Sis Billie” was not affiliated with model Kendall Jenner, who inspired the character’s design.
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Lawyers file AI-generated errors in murder case…
Australian lawyers were caught using AI after documents they submitted to prosecutors proved to be riddled with a series of bizarre errors, including made-up citations and a misquoted parliamentary speech.
How a Nigerian pharmacist is teaching AI in Yoruba to millions
I made a video explaining AI in Yoruba on a whim—it went viral. Now, I have 47 videos teaching coding, databases, and more to a global audience.” — Wuraola Oyewusi
Chatbots trick users into sharing sensitive information, study reveals
A study by King’s College London has found that malicious AI chatbots can manipulate users into disclosing up to 12.5 times more personal information than normal.
Deepfake AI scams target investors worldwide
“This scheme, which utilizes social proof, psychological pressure, and professional design, is highly effective,” researchers warn.
AI-powered glasses let users hear conversations more clearly
“We’re not trying to reinvent hearing aids. We’re trying to give them superpowers.”
Perplexity AI launches $34.5 billion takeover bid for Google’s Chrome browser
Perplexity AI has made an unsolicited $34.5 billion bid for Google’s Chrome browser in a move that could reshape the AI search race.
Musk accuses Apple of blocking rivals from topping App Store AI rankings
Apple is behaving in a manner that makes it impossible for any AI company besides OpenAI to reach #1 in the App Store.
Woman regrets selling face to AI for £1,500
Lucy was approached via Instagram by a scout offering £1,500 to create an AI model of her face.
AI bots stir debate in Twin Cities Facebook groups
Research by the University of Notre Dame found people failed to identify bots nearly 60% of the time.