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April 28, 2025
Tech industry tried reducing AI’s pervasive bias. Now Trump wants to end its ‘woke AI’ efforts
Artificial intelligence technology that works well for the world’s billions of people of color was a business imperative for Google when the company asked sociologist Ellis Monk to help make its AI products more inclusive. Now, political pressure is mounting to roll back such efforts.
Ex-OpenAI workers ask California and Delaware AGs to block for-profit conversion of ChatGPT maker
Former OpenAI employees have asked state attorneys general to intervene and prevent the company from converting to a for-profit model, citing concerns about the future direction and mission of the ChatGPT maker.
OpenAI picks labor icon Dolores Huerta and other philanthropy advisers as it moves toward for-profit
OpenAI has appointed labor leader Dolores Huerta and other philanthropy advisers as it prepares to transition to a for-profit structure, aiming to balance profit with social responsibility.
Tech shares fall after Nvidia says new US controls on exports of AI chip will cost it $5.5 billion
Nvidia announced that new U.S. export controls on AI chips will cost the company $5.5 billion in sales, leading to a drop in tech shares and raising concerns about the impact of government policy on the AI industry.
Irish privacy watchdog investigates Elon Musk’s X’s use of personal data to train Grok AI chatbot
Ireland’s Data Protection Commission is investigating whether X, formerly Twitter, used personal data without consent to train its Grok AI chatbot, raising privacy concerns for users in the EU.
OpenAI countersues Elon Musk in legal dispute over ChatGPT maker’s business ambitions
OpenAI has filed a countersuit against Elon Musk, escalating a legal battle over the company’s business direction and the future of ChatGPT.
Microsoft says it’s ‘slowing or pausing’ some AI data center projects, including $1B plan for Ohio
Microsoft announced it is slowing or pausing some AI data center projects, including a $1 billion plan in Ohio, as it reassesses its infrastructure needs amid rapid AI growth.
Microsoft’s AI division head wants to create a lasting relationship between chatbots and their users
Mustafa Suleyman, head of Microsoft’s AI division, discusses the company’s vision for building long-term, trust-based relationships between users and AI chatbots like Copilot.
ChatGPT’s viral Studio Ghibli-style images highlight AI copyright concerns
Studio Ghibli-style images generated by ChatGPT have gone viral, raising new questions about copyright and the use of artists’ styles in AI-generated content.
Judge allows newspaper copyright lawsuit against OpenAI to proceed
A federal judge has ruled that a copyright lawsuit brought by The New York Times against OpenAI can proceed, setting a precedent for future legal battles over AI and content ownership.
Amazon ends little-used privacy feature that let Echo users opt out of sending recordings to company
Amazon has discontinued a privacy feature that allowed Echo users to opt out of sending voice recordings to the company, sparking renewed privacy concerns.
New Google Leak Reveals Handy Google Photos Feature Update
Google Photos is testing a new feature that displays detected faces as thumbnails, making it faster to find photos of specific people. Details inside.
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Top Trending Technology & AI News
April 28, 2025
Meta faces Ghana lawsuits over impact of extreme content on moderators
Workers at a Meta contractor in Accra, Ghana, have filed lawsuits claiming they suffered depression and anxiety due to exposure to extreme content while moderating Facebook posts.
‘I didn’t eat or sleep’: a Meta moderator on his breakdown after seeing beheadings and child abuse
A former Meta content moderator describes the severe psychological toll of reviewing graphic content, including beheadings and child abuse, leading to a personal breakdown.
Goodbye, Skype. I’ll never forget you
Skype, once a pioneer in online communication, is shutting down. The article reflects on its impact and the nostalgia it leaves behind for millions of users.
Microsoft says everyone will be a boss in the future – of AI employees
Microsoft predicts a future where most people will manage AI-powered digital employees, transforming the nature of work and management.
US food delivery app DoorDash offers to buy UK rival Deliveroo for $3.6bn
DoorDash has made a $3.6 billion offer to acquire Deliveroo, aiming to expand its global reach in the competitive food delivery market.
Marks & Spencer pauses online orders as firm struggles with cyber-attack fallout
Marks & Spencer has temporarily halted online orders as it deals with the aftermath of a significant cyber-attack affecting its operations.
Apple ‘aims to source all US iPhones from India’, reducing reliance on China
Apple is planning to shift all US iPhone production to India, aiming to reduce its dependence on Chinese manufacturing amid ongoing trade tensions.
Europe must boost space investment to secure autonomy from US, says ESA boss
The head of the European Space Agency urges increased investment in space to ensure Europe’s independence from US technology and infrastructure.
Pixel 9a review: Google’s cut-price Android winner
Google’s Pixel 9a offers impressive features at a budget-friendly price, making it a strong contender in the mid-range Android market.
Nothing Phone 3a Pro review: Funky mid-ranger with real zoom camera
The Nothing Phone 3a Pro stands out with its unique design and a zoom camera, offering a fresh alternative in the crowded Android market.
iPhone 16e review: Apple’s cheapest new phone
Apple’s iPhone 16e delivers essential features at a lower price, making it the most affordable new iPhone in the lineup.
Samsung Galaxy S25 review: The smallest top-tier Android left
Samsung’s Galaxy S25 is praised for its compact size and flagship features, appealing to users seeking a smaller premium Android phone.
Apple iPad Air M3 review: The premium tablet to beat
The new iPad Air M3 sets a high bar for premium tablets, offering top performance, battery life, and a vibrant display.
Kindle Colorsoft review: Amazon’s new e-reader gets colour screen upgrade
Amazon’s Kindle Colorsoft introduces a color screen, enhancing the e-reading experience for users who want more than just black and white.
Apple MacBook Air M4 review: The laptop to beat, now cheaper
