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GitHub Copilot's Shift to Token-Based Billing Draws Developer Criticism

GitHub Copilot, Microsoft's AI-powered code completion tool, is undergoing a significant pricing change that has left many developers questioning its value. The platform has moved away from its traditional subscription-based model toward a token-based billing system. This shift appears to be Microsoft's latest

Hollywood Studios and Entertainment Unions Reach Agreement on AI Use

Hollywood Studios and Entertainment Unions Reach Agreement on AI Use In a notable development for the entertainment industry, Hollywood studios and major unions have found common ground on the use of artificial intelligence. This agreement addresses concerns that have been central to labor negotiations, particularly regarding how AI can be

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Microsoft Faces Backlash Over Handling of Zero-Day Vulnerability Disclosures

Microsoft is facing criticism from the cybersecurity community over its handling of vulnerability disclosures. A researcher operating under the name "Nightmare Eclipse" has been publicly posting proof-of-concept exploit code and appears to be involved in a dispute with the company, with some posts suggesting they may

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AI-Generated Fake Influencers Are Being Used to Sell Mass-Produced Goods Online

A troubling trend is emerging across social media platforms: AI-generated fake influencers are being used to sell mass-produced products, often appearing as Black women to appeal to specific demographics. These synthetic personas are designed to appear authentic, complete with fabricated backstories and emotional appeals. In one example, an

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Antarctica's Ice Sheet Hit a Climate Tipping Point 1 Million Years Ago Researchers have identified a major shift in Antarctica's ice sheet behavior roughly one million years ago, when the ice became far more sensitive to temperature and atmospheric CO2 fluctuations—a finding that may help

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Meta's Mouse Tracking Tool for Employees May Conflict with EU Privacy Rules

Meta reportedly uses a mouse tracking tool to monitor employee activity, a practice that has raised concerns regarding data protection compliance under EU law. According to reporting by Reuters, the tracking system could inadvertently capture data from users outside the United States, including those in Europe. This capability places the

Pope Leo XIV Releases First Encyclical Addressing Artificial Intelligence Ethics

Pope Leo XIV has released his first encyclical, titled "What Must Not Be Lost," which directly addresses the ethical dimensions of artificial intelligence. The document represents the Vatican's latest engagement with rapidly evolving AI technologies, framing concerns around human dignity, authenticity, and the preservation of what