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Twitch and Amazon hit with lawsuit for training AI with streamers' content
Twitch and its parent company Amazon are facing a class-action lawsuit for allegedly training AI models using content from Twitch streamers without their consent. The suit claims that streamers' intellectual property was used without proper authorization.
Twitch faces a class action lawsuit over using streamers' content to train Amazon's AI
Twitch and its parent company Amazon are facing a proposed class action lawsuit from streamer Warren Pandiscia, who alleges his content was used to train generative AI models without consent or payment. This follows Twitch's recent announcement of AI training features, which have been met with community backlash due to their opt-out rather than opt-in nature. Separately, an analyst suggests that Epic Games Store's efforts to compete with Steam may be too late, despite ongoing improvements to its storefront and the continued success of Fortnite.
Anthropic Reportedly Plans to Tell IPO Investors That the Public Hates AI
Anthropic is reportedly planning to disclose public resentment towards AI as a key risk factor in its upcoming IPO prospectus. This move, detailed by CNBC, contrasts with SpaceX's approach and highlights concerns about public opposition to AI technology and its data centers. The company has not yet commented on the report.
A year of DOJ scrutiny over a16z board seats — does the rest of venture capital blink?
The U.S. Justice Department has been investigating venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz for nearly a year regarding board seats held at competing AI companies. This probe, which began under the Trump administration, has puzzled industry observers due to the lack of enforcement on similar issues in the past. The article explores potential reasons for the investigation's duration and its implications for the broader venture capital industry's practices.
Instagram Quietly Routes Your Off-App Activity Into Ads and AI — The 7 Settings That Push Back
This article details how Instagram, owned by Meta, collects user data both on and off the app for advertising and AI purposes, and outlines seven settings users can adjust to limit this data collection. While a complete opt-out is not possible, users can control how their off-app activity is used for personalization and manage AI chat data.
Peacock’s Strangest 8-Episode Sci-Fi Swing Deserved a Longer Shelf Life Than 3 Years
The Peacock science fiction series Mrs. Davis, created by Tara Hernandez and Damon Lindelof, is discussed for its unique premise involving a nun tracking the Holy Grail to shut down an omnipotent algorithm. Despite strong critical and audience scores, the show has largely fallen out of the cultural conversation three years after its 2023 premiere, a fate attributed to the crowded sci-fi landscape of that year.
wasd Turns Text Prompts Into Playable Games at NEXUS AI Labs Debut
NEXUS AI Labs has launched a new portal showcasing 11 in-house AI solutions, including wasd, a text-to-game engine that converts prompts into playable games in about 60 seconds. The portal's products are built on the NEXUS AI Framework, an autonomous development platform. Other tools include AI video generation, 3D model creation, and blockchain services, all developed without manual coding.
How to limit Instagram from using your data for AI and ads
Instagram is offering users the ability to limit how their activity outside the app is used to personalize advertisements. This feature aims to give users more control over their data privacy concerning targeted ads and AI-driven content.
Bitcoin’s 23% Week Is Institutional Money, Not Retail, Says Pantera’s Cosmo Jiang
Bitcoin has seen a significant weekly gain of over 23%, pushing its price to $77,412. Pantera Capital portfolio manager Cosmo Jiang attributes this surge not to retail investors, but to institutional "smart money" entering the market. Key catalysts include President Donald Trump's support for the Clarity Act and the U.S. Treasury's bond buyback plans, which have driven non-yielding assets higher.
Basilisk of Roko - A new action platformer for the speccy with a great soundtrack!
Basilisk of Roko is a new action-platformer developed by RetroSotano for the ZX Spectrum 128K. The game features 24 intricate screens, a notable soundtrack by Sergey Kosov and Pedro Pimenta, and puzzle-based gameplay focused on unlocking doors and collecting keys. The story follows Nachete, an employee of the AI company Neurolonk, who is transported to another world after an accident.
Pixel Watch 5 hands-on: A very good smartwatch shipping without half of what makes it new
The Google Pixel Watch 5 is a competent smartwatch with useful upgrades like on-device Gemini and improved GPS tracking, though many new features are delayed until September. It offers a refined user experience with enhanced gestures and a familiar design, but existing Pixel Watch 4 owners may not find enough new to justify an upgrade as most new features will also be available on the older model.
Sui Solved AI Agents Moving Real Money in DeFi, Mysten’s Abiodun Claims — Proof Comes at Basecamp
Mysten Labs co-founder Adeniyi Abiodun claims the team has developed a method for AI agents and humans to move real money into Decentralized Finance without compromising trust, with a reveal planned for Sui Basecamp in Singapore on October 7-8. While details remain scarce, the announcement has generated significant buzz, with Sui's official channels teasing a major technological breakthrough. This development follows Sui's recent focus on agentic workflows and high transaction throughput, aiming to revolutionize digital payments.
Apple reportedly cut more than 200 jobs across Vision Pro and Siri software teams
Apple has reportedly laid off over 200 employees from its Vision Pro and Siri software teams. This move signals a strategic shift within the company towards developing next-generation AI technologies and smart glasses.
Intchains pauses Ethereum accumulation to fund new mining ASIC and AI push
Intchains Group has halted its Ethereum accumulation strategy due to a 94% revenue decline, shifting focus to developing new mining ASICs and exploring AI opportunities. The company reported first-half revenue of $1.6 million, with most of it from offloading inventory. Despite the operational challenges and a significant net loss, Intchains has sufficient cash reserves to fund its new initiatives.
Robot Olympics runner bravely sprints headfirst into wall and collapses in shower of sparks, is not a metaphor
During a training session for the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, a competing robot runner malfunctioned spectacularly, sprinting into a safety barrier at full speed and breaking at the waist. The incident resulted in a shower of sparks and smoke from the robot's internal mechanisms. The event features thousands of robots competing in over 50 events, including athletic contests and scenario-based tasks.
LinkedIn says its AI slop button is working
LinkedIn has stated that its AI feature, referred to as the 'slop button,' is performing as intended. The company has not provided specific details on what this feature entails or its impact.
We're finally talking about AI, ft. David 'Rez' Graham and Luke Dicken
Former Maxis engineer David Graham and former Take-Two AI head Luke Dicken discuss their experiences with artificial intelligence in game development. They share insights on the current AI boom, what remains valuable about AI in the industry, and how to discern genuine utility from hype.
Don't tell Nvidia: 56% of you are willing to pay over $600 for your next graphics card... and 19% would spend over…
A survey of PC Gamer readers reveals that 56% are willing to spend over $600 on their next graphics card, with 19% willing to spend over $1000. This willingness to pay high prices is occurring despite recent price surges for Nvidia GPUs, partly driven by demand for AI applications and memory shortages.
Child safety experts are skeptical of OpenAI's ChatGPT for Teens
Child safety experts are expressing skepticism regarding OpenAI's new product, ChatGPT for Teens. They are calling on the company to demonstrate its trustworthiness before such products are approved.
672 antibodies rebuilt: AI-designed ‘intrabodies’ take aim at Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and MND from inside the cell
Researchers at the University of Essex have utilized artificial intelligence to redesign 672 antibodies into 'intrabodies' capable of functioning inside human cells. This breakthrough addresses the electrical charge barrier that previously limited antibody effectiveness to the cell membrane, potentially opening new avenues for treating neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and Motor Neurone Disease.
