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Rob Pike Flooded with AI-Generated Spam Labeled as Kindness

Originally Published 16 days ago — by Hacker News

Rob Pike was upset after receiving an unsolicited 'thank you' email generated by AI agents from the Sage project, highlighting ongoing debates about AI's role, responsibility, and ethics in automated actions. The incident underscores concerns about AI autonomy, human accountability, and the societal impact of AI-driven communication, with some arguing that humans remain responsible for AI actions, while others see the rise of autonomous agents as a need for new laws.

Ex-Amazon Cofounders Share Lessons on Startup Challenges

Originally Published 18 days ago — by Business Insider

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Two former Amazon employees, Shalini Aggarwal and Andy Ratsirason, share their experiences leaving Big Tech to build their AI startup, Tenafli. They highlight the importance of unlearning Big Tech habits like building without demand, adopting frugality, and leveraging AI to reduce costs and accelerate research. Their journey underscores the need to focus on customer demand early, manage resources carefully, and overcome the mindset that high-polish is necessary from the start.

Instacart halts AI pricing tests and settles FTC investigation with $60 million payout

Originally Published 20 days ago — by NBC News

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Instacart has ceased its 'item price tests' involving AI technology following public criticism and federal investigations into its pricing practices, amid concerns over price variability and past deceptive tactics, while retailers retain control over their own prices.

Larian Addresses AI Controversy and Process Changes in Baldur's Gate 3 Development

Originally Published 24 days ago — by GameSpot

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Larian Studios' CEO Swen Vincke addressed recent controversy over the use of AI in developing the upcoming RPG Divinity, emphasizing the studio's commitment to its core values and announcing an upcoming AMA to clarify their stance and processes involving AI technology.

OpenAI Launches ChatGPT App Store with Top Picks for Enhanced Experience

Originally Published 24 days ago — by The Verge

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OpenAI has launched an App Directory for ChatGPT, allowing users to browse and integrate various tools and apps directly within the chatbot, including new features like an app store, renamed connectors, and integrations with services like Spotify, Zillow, Apple Music, and DoorDash, aiming to enhance functionality and explore monetization options.

Larian CEO Clarifies AI Use as Complement, Not Replacement, in Game Development

Originally Published 26 days ago — by Game Developer

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Larian Studios' CEO Swen Vincke emphasizes that AI tools, when used properly, are additive to creativity and not replacements for skill, with the studio exploring AI mainly for idea exploration and efficiency, while maintaining that the core creative process remains human-driven and that AI has not significantly accelerated development times.

Texas universities face controversy over AI and curriculum changes on race and gender

Originally Published 27 days ago — by The Texas Tribune

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Texas universities are experimenting with AI to review and revise courses discussing race and gender, aiming for transparency and accountability amid political controversy. However, experts warn these AI systems are unreliable for content analysis and may shift control from faculty to administrators, raising concerns about academic freedom and the effectiveness of such tools.

Salesforce Boosts Revenue Outlook Amid AI Adoption and Investor Skepticism

Originally Published 1 month ago — by Bloomberg.com

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Salesforce reports a strong revenue outlook for the current period, exceeding analyst estimates, driven by increased adoption of its AI tools like Agentforce, which has secured over 9,500 paid deals. The company's revenue is expected to be between $11.1 billion and $11.2 billion, with growth partly fueled by its recent $8 billion acquisition of Informatica. Despite some challenges in customer adoption and competition, Salesforce remains optimistic about the future impact of its AI products.