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AI & Technology News – September 29, 2025
OpenAI adds parental controls to ChatGPT for teen safety
OpenAI announced new parental controls for ChatGPT to make the chatbot safer for teenage users, responding to concerns raised by cases where young people experienced harm or took their own lives after interacting with AI. The controls aim to limit risky behavior and content when minors use the service.
Trump’s team keeps posting AI portraits of him
The campaign team of former President Donald Trump has been releasing a series of AI-generated portraits of him on social media. The striking images, created with generative AI, have attracted attention and engagement online as supporters keep viewing and sharing the president’s futuristic and heroic visual depictions.
Lufthansa to cut 4,000 jobs by 2030 with help of AI
German airline group Lufthansa announced plans to cut around 4,000 jobs by the year 2030, largely through automation and use of AI technologies. The move is expected to improve efficiency and lower costs; the company said the AI-driven restructuring will support stronger profitability in the coming years【cursor†L7-L11】.
Regulators struggle to oversee fast-moving AI therapy apps
As AI-driven mental health apps and chatbots gain popularity, regulators say they are having difficulty keeping pace. The rapidly evolving landscape of AI therapy tools—used for tasks like counseling and psychiatric support—has raised questions about safety, effectiveness, and oversight, prompting calls for new guidelines.
Walmart CEO outlines AI training for America’s largest workforce
Walmart CEO Doug McMillon detailed how the retail giant plans to prepare its roughly 2 million employees for an AI-driven future. The company will invest in training programs and tools to teach workers new skills, enabling associates to work alongside AI technologies and evolve into roles that AI cannot fully automate.
Microsoft cuts off some AI cloud services for Israel over Gaza surveillance reports
Reports emerged that Microsoft has reduced access to certain cloud and AI tools for some Israeli government agencies. The move came after allegations that security forces used the technology for mass surveillance in Gaza. Microsoft said it has policies against misuse and is taking steps to ensure its technology is not abused.
Judge approves $1.5B copyright settlement for AI chatbot company
A federal judge has approved a landmark $1.5 billion settlement between AI startup Anthropic and a group of authors whose works were used without permission to train the company’s AI models. The agreement resolves lawsuits alleging Anthropic’s chatbot was trained on pirated books, setting a precedent for copyright issues in AI development.
Al Gore’s new AI satellite tracks deadly soot pollution sources
Former U.S. Vice President Al Gore announced the launch of an AI-powered satellite system designed to monitor coarse soot pollution (brown carbon) worldwide. The system combines satellite imagery with machine learning to pinpoint large sources of soot that contribute to climate warming and health hazards.
Fans, actors revolt over AI-cloned Lara Croft voice
The gaming community and original voice actresses of Tomb Raider have expressed outrage after an AI-generated voice clone of the character Lara Croft was created for a new film. Critics argue that using AI to replicate an iconic voice undermines the artistry of voice actors and raises ethical concerns about likeness rights.
UN leaders weigh AI’s promise and peril
UN officials and world leaders met at the General Assembly to discuss artificial intelligence. They highlighted the technology’s potential for good and risks if left unchecked. Participants stressed the need for international cooperation on AI ethics, calling it a “double-edged sword” that requires global governance to ensure safety.
OpenAI unveils “Stargate” data center, plans for more
OpenAI opened a new AI supercomputing data center called “Stargate” in Texas, built in partnership with Oracle. The center will house thousands of GPUs to train AI models like ChatGPT. OpenAI also announced plans to build five more similar centers around the world with partners including SoftBank, significantly boosting its computing power.
Nvidia to invest $100B in OpenAI for more AI computing power
Chipmaker Nvidia announced a staggering $100 billion investment in OpenAI. This deal includes building at least 10 gigawatts of new Nvidia AI data centers for OpenAI, aiming to vastly expand the computing resources available to train and run AI models like ChatGPT, and solidify Nvidia’s role as a leader in AI hardware for years to come【cursor†L14-L18】.
Moldova’s election faces Russian AI-driven disinformation
Security officials warned that Russia is using deepfakes and AI-driven misinformation to influence Moldova’s elections. Fake videos and bogus social media posts have circulated, aiming to confuse voters and destabilize the pro-European government in Chișinău amid broader geopolitical tensions.
Charlie Kirk’s AI resurrection ushers in new era of digital grief
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk created an AI-generated audio of his late mother speaking, sparking debate about using AI to digitally recreate deceased loved ones. This “AI resurrection” represents emerging tech that allows people to converse with virtual versions of the departed, raising complex questions about grief and consent.
Albania’s AI “minister” makes debut with speech to parliament
Albania introduced a digital “AI minister” named Diella, which delivered a speech to parliament outlining a plan to use artificial intelligence to combat corruption. The AI system is programmed to analyze government data for signs of irregularities, offering automated oversight in the fight against fraud and abuse of power.
Nvidia to invest $5B in struggling rival Intel
Nvidia announced a strategic $5 billion investment in Intel, its longtime competitor, with the goal of strengthening supply chains for AI chip production. The deal will allow Nvidia to secure more chip manufacturing capacity from Intel and foster collaboration, despite the companies’ past rivalry in the semiconductor industry.
How Huawei plans to outperform tech giants with its AI chips
Huawei unveiled its new Ascend AI chips, designed to rival offerings from global companies like Nvidia and Intel. Despite facing U.S. sanctions that limit its manufacturing options, Huawei is investing in advanced AI hardware and supercomputing to compete on data center technology, aiming to bridge the current performance gap.
Meta unveils AI smart glasses with display and neural wristband
At its annual Connect event, Meta introduced new smart glasses powered by AI. The glasses feature a built-in display matrix for augmented reality, while a companion neural wristband senses facial muscle movements to help control the device. The technology aims to bring hands-free computing into everyday life.
Parents of teens who died after chatbot interactions testify before Congress
Several parents spoke before a Congressional committee about their children, who tragically took their own lives after using AI chatbots like ChatGPT. The parents urged lawmakers to enact stricter safety measures and oversight of AI content aimed at young people to prevent such tragedies.
Google’s AI chief: Learning how to learn is key skill for next generation
Demis Hassabis, CEO of DeepMind (Google’s AI research arm), told students in Greece that the most important skill for the future is “learning how to learn.” He argued that as AI automates more tasks, people will need to be able to teach themselves new, complex skills quickly, using AI literacy as a foundation.
OpenAI restructures agreement with Microsoft
OpenAI announced it has reached a new agreement with Microsoft to adjust its corporate structure. The changes move away from a dual-entity model (nonprofit and for-profit) to better align incentives, while Microsoft will remain OpenAI’s exclusive cloud provider and lead investor.
AI cheating is “off the charts,” says California teacher
A California math teacher described how students are using AI tools like ChatGPT to cheat on homework at an unprecedented rate. He is now advocating for targeted use of AI in education—teaching students when and how to use the technology properly—instead of blanket bans.
AI helps Malawian farmers adapt to changing climate
In rural Malawi, small-scale farmers are using a chatbot named “Ulangizi” to get AI-driven advice on planting crops, weather forecasts, and pest management. This technology is helping them make farming decisions that are more resilient to unpredictable weather and climate change.
Rise of AI tools forces schools to rethink cheating policies
With AI text generators becoming widely available, educators say they must redefine academic dishonesty. Schools are altering honor codes and employing AI detection software, while some teachers encourage students to learn how to use AI tools ethically, signaling a major shift in exam and homework policies.
FTC probes AI chatbot companions marketed to children
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission launched an inquiry into companies selling AI-powered companion apps and virtual friends for kids. The investigation will examine whether these chatbots collect sensitive information, influence young users inappropriately, or fail to protect children’s privacy.
Maine towns experiment with AI without formal policies
Several small cities and towns in Maine are adopting AI tools for efficiency—such as automating paperwork or chatbots for citizen inquiries—but have yet to establish regulations or ethics guidelines. Experts warn that without oversight, these pilot programs could face issues of bias, transparency, and accountability down the line.
ASML invests $1.5B in French AI startup Mistral
Dutch semiconductor giant ASML announced a €1.5 billion (about $1.6B) investment in French AI chip startup Mistral. This partnership aims to bolster Europe’s position in the global chip industry by combining ASML’s chipmaking equipment expertise with Mistral’s cutting-edge AI chip designs.
AI-driven harvests bring “Grapes of Math” to Napa vineyards
Napa Valley vineyards are turning to AI and robotics for the harvest season. From autonomous tractors to algorithms that predict the ideal pick time, winemakers are using data science to maximize grape quality and yield—melding 19th-century winemaking traditions with a 21st-century mathematical approach.
Anthropic to pay $1.5B to settle AI training data lawsuit
AI startup Anthropic agreed to a $1.5 billion settlement to resolve lawsuits from authors who claimed their copyrighted books were used without permission to train Anthropic’s Claude chatbot. The deal will allow the AI company to continue its operations and sets a significant precedent for future AI training and copyright law.
AI shakes up call centers, but humans still needed
Businesses are increasingly using AI chatbots and voice assistants to handle customer inquiries, reducing wait times and costs. However, experts warn that complex or emotionally sensitive calls often still require human agents. Call centers are moving towards a hybrid model where AI handles routine tasks and frees up humans for higher-level support.
Spotify tightens AI music policy and trims catalog
Spotify updated its policy on AI-generated music and spam, resulting in the removal of 75 million tracks labeled as “spammy” or AI-made. The company aims to improve user experience by allowing only approved AI tools and banning content that exploits AI to flood the platform with low-quality or misleading tracks.
No Pixel 10 needed: Google Photos AI editing launches widely
Google announced that its conversational AI editing feature for Photos, initially exclusive to the Pixel 10 smartphone, will roll out to all Android devices. Users can now describe how they want to improve or modify their photos (e.g., “make the sky bluer”), and the AI will apply the requested edits automatically in Google Photos.
Tesla’s Full Self-Driving software is a mess – should it be legal?
An investigative report revealed that Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) beta often fails to recognize signs and objects, making it unpredictable and potentially dangerous. With many beta testers on the road, experts and regulators question whether Tesla should be allowed to continue offering the flawed technology to consumers.