ICE plans to invest as much as $20 million in providing officers and agents with specialized gloves designed to administer painful electric shocks.
The host urged the company to face off against a competitor of equal stature.
Recent shifts in Google’s AI leadership, including Demis Hassabis taking on a new role and Jeff Dean’s exit, appear to be influenced by demands for faster product development and internal ethical disagreements.
Florida’s restrictions on data centers reflect a growing, bipartisan backlash against the AI sector.
SoftBank contributed $50 million to the Trump Presidential Library shortly before revealing a data center agreement in Ohio, where it is leasing federal land.
TikTok has attributed the delayed removal of Perez Hilton’s livestream, which seemingly depicted self-harm, to a mistake made by their moderation team.
The FCC has decided to eliminate the 39 percent limit on broadcast ownership following a split vote along party lines.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has initiated a new audit for data centers looking to link up with the state’s energy grid, responding to significant public criticism.
The European Union has introduced new regulations designed to help users easily recognize chatbots and AI-generated deepfakes on the internet.
As expected, the president provided no supporting evidence for his spontaneous claims.
On this episode of The Vergecast, we dive into the growing concerns surrounding advanced AI technology and the apparent lack of action to regulate it. We also explore the fundamental question: what exactly defines a computer?
New York has filed a lawsuit against Kalshi, alleging that the prediction market is operating an unauthorized gambling business by accepting bets without the necessary licensing.
Banning robot vacuums won’t enhance safety, but it could lead to lower-quality models in the future.
Expect a limited selection of robot vacuum cleaners along with increased prices.
ABC has challenged a move to mandate early license renewals for eight of its stations, claiming that the Federal Communications Commission is acting out of retaliation.
Creative professionals in illustration, writing, and music are hopeful about their legal battles, even as concerns about the future of AI loom large.
A majority of adults from various age groups favor implementing a ban on in-class gaming.