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According to BlockBeats, Apple executives are reportedly discussing the potential acquisition of Perplexity AI, which could bolster the development of an AI-based search engine. If the acquisition does not proceed, Apple plans to integrate Perplexity as a search engine option within its Safari browser. Previously, Meta, led by Mark Zuckerberg, abandoned negotiations to acquire Perplexity and instead invested approximately $14 billion in Scale AI, acquiring a 49% stake.

According to BlockBeats, Elon Musk recently shared his insights during an interview with the renowned U.S. startup incubator Y Combinator. Musk predicted that digital superintelligence is on the horizon, likely to emerge either this year or next. Despite acknowledging the associated risks, he remains optimistic about artificial intelligence, believing it could expand the economy by thousands or even millions of times its current size. Musk also highlighted the potential dangers of AI, stressing the importance of adhering to truth and maintaining empathy for humanity. Throughout the interview, he underscored the significance of being useful and engaging in work that genuinely benefits the public. He encouraged young engineers present to focus on solving challenging problems, such as advancing rocket technology or developing competitive AI models.

According to Odaily, the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has initiated legal proceedings against the AI search engine startup Perplexity, accusing it of copyright infringement. The BBC claims that Perplexity's default AI model has been trained using BBC content without authorization. The broadcaster has demanded that Perplexity cease using its content and propose a financial compensation plan to address the intellectual property violation. Failure to comply may result in the BBC seeking a court injunction against the startup.

According to PANews, the European Union is requesting further details from the social platform X, formerly known as Twitter, regarding structural changes following its acquisition by Elon Musk's xAI for $33 billion. An EU Commission spokesperson stated that they are closely monitoring the company's structural changes. Previously, reports indicated that EU regulators are assessing whether X could face fines for violating the Digital Services Act (DSA), with potential penalties reaching up to 6% of global revenue. Neither X nor xAI has responded to these inquiries.

According to Odaily, Tether's CEO Paolo Ardoino has expressed concerns over a significant data breach involving 16 billion login credentials from major online service providers like Apple, Google, and Facebook. Ardoino criticized cloud services for their repeated failures, suggesting it is time to abandon them. He highlighted this issue as a driving factor behind Tether's development of PearPass, an upcoming open-source password manager. PearPass is designed to operate entirely locally, eliminating the need for cloud services or servers, and allowing users to manage their keys independently while securely storing them on their devices.

According to Cointelegraph, OpenAI is scaling back its contracts with Scale AI, a data labeling startup recently acquired by Meta. This decision comes shortly after Meta announced a $14.8 billion deal for a 49% ownership stake in Scale AI, marking Meta's second-largest acquisition. As part of the deal, Scale CEO Alexandr Wang will join Meta’s experimental AI project, with the companies having announced the agreement on June 12. Scale AI, founded in 2016 and backed by over 100 investors, provides labeled data crucial for training and enhancing artificial intelligence models. The startup has been a supplier to prominent AI companies such as Anthropic, Cohere, and Adept. In 2019, Scale AI raised $100 million in a Series C funding round, according to PitchBook. However, OpenAI is now phasing out its reliance on Scale AI's data, seeking more specialized data sources for its AI models. An OpenAI spokesperson revealed that the company began reducing its contracts with Scale over the past year, noting that Scale accounted for only a small portion of OpenAI’s data requirements. Google is reportedly another company moving away from contracts with Scale AI, driven by concerns that Meta's acquisition could provide insights into competitors’ AI advancements. Reuters reported that this strategic shift is motivated by the potential competitive implications of Meta's involvement with Scale AI. Despite these changes, Scale interim CEO Jason Droege emphasized that the startup remains an independent entity, asserting that their commitment to protecting customer data remains unchanged. OpenAI is now exploring alternative data suppliers, including emerging companies like Mercor, to support its operations. Bloomberg highlighted that Scale AI initially employed a large number of contractors to label images and text for early AI systems. Over time, the company transitioned to hiring more educated contractors to contribute to the development of advanced AI models. This evolution reflects the growing complexity and sophistication required in AI data labeling processes.

According to Cointelegraph, a recent study conducted by researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Media Lab indicates that artificial intelligence chatbots, such as OpenAI's ChatGPT, may be affecting cognitive abilities. The study involved 54 participants who completed essay writing tasks using three different methods: ChatGPT, search engines, and their own cognitive abilities. In a subsequent session, participants who initially used ChatGPT were asked to write without any tools, while those who relied solely on their brains were instructed to use the language model.The findings were significant, revealing that over 83% of ChatGPT users struggled with memory recall, unable to quote from essays they had written just minutes earlier. Similarly, more than 80% of participants using language models faced difficulties recalling their own work. Alex Vacca, co-founder of sales tech agency ColdIQ, described these results as "terrifying," suggesting that AI might be leading to cognitive decline rather than enhancing productivity. The researchers noted that brain connectivity diminished with increased reliance on external tools, with the brain-only group showing the strongest cognitive networks, followed by the search engine group, and finally, the language model group exhibiting the weakest coupling.The study utilized electroencephalography (EEG) to monitor brain activity, assessing cognitive engagement and load during the tasks. The researchers warned of accumulating "cognitive debt" from repeated dependence on external systems like language models, which could replace the cognitive processes necessary for independent thinking. This cognitive debt, while deferring mental effort in the short term, could lead to long-term consequences such as reduced critical inquiry, increased susceptibility to manipulation, and decreased creativity.The paper, which is yet to undergo peer review, suggests that the use of AI language models might negatively impact learning, particularly among younger users. The researchers emphasized the need for "longitudinal studies" to fully understand the long-term effects of AI chatbots on human cognition before these tools are deemed beneficial for humanity. When approached for comment, ChatGPT responded that the study does not claim the chatbot is inherently harmful but cautions against excessive reliance without reflection or effort.

According to PANews, OpenAI has announced plans to bolster biosecurity as its AI models advance in the biological field. The company is collaborating with global experts and will host a biosecurity summit in July. OpenAI is working with institutions such as the Los Alamos National Laboratory in the United States to assess the application and risks of AI in biological laboratories.OpenAI has implemented multiple safety measures, including models that reject hazardous requests, real-time detection systems, manual reviews, and red team testing. The company is also enforcing stricter release controls for high-risk models. OpenAI aims to collaborate with governments, research institutions, and businesses to enhance biosecurity defenses, ensuring AI empowers life sciences while effectively mitigating potential biological threats.

According to Foresight News, OpenAI has released an in-depth interview with its co-founder and CEO, Sam Altman. Altman revealed that the core product, GPT-5, is likely to be launched this summer. However, the release may be delayed due to factors such as naming, safety testing, and feature iterations.Altman also highlighted the significance of high-performance models like o3 and the intelligent agent Deep Research in achieving Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). He emphasized the importance of these products in advancing OpenAI's mission.Additionally, Altman discussed other innovative products from OpenAI, including Sora, DALL-E 3, ChatGPT Junior, and the $500 billion investment project "Stargate." These initiatives reflect OpenAI's commitment to pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence technology.

According to Odaily, Microsoft is prepared to withdraw from high-stakes negotiations with OpenAI if consensus on critical issues cannot be reached. The discussions between Microsoft and OpenAI focus on significant matters, including the future scale of Microsoft's shareholding.

According to Odaily, OpenAI has initiated the sale of ChatGPT at reduced prices, which has adversely affected Microsoft's interests. This move by OpenAI comes amid growing competition in the artificial intelligence sector, where companies are striving to offer more affordable and accessible AI solutions to consumers. The decision to lower the price of ChatGPT could potentially alter market dynamics and influence partnerships within the industry.

According to PANews, the South Korean government plans to invest 16.1 trillion won in the artificial intelligence sector over the next five years. This initiative, reported by Yonhap News Agency and presented to the Presidential National Policy Planning Committee by the Ministry of Science and ICT, aims to secure a stable supply of 50,000 GPUs and establish AI data centers. The government also intends to support the development of AI models accessible to all citizens.

According to BlockBeats, Elon Musk's artificial intelligence company, xAI, is investing $1 billion monthly in the development of its AI models. The company is seeking to raise $9.3 billion through debt and equity financing, with plans to spend more than half of this amount within the next three months. Despite these significant investments, xAI has informed investors that it expects to generate only $500 million in revenue this year.In an effort to compete with rivals like OpenAI, xAI is rapidly constructing a high-cost supercomputing center in Tennessee. Some investors believe xAI holds a competitive edge due to its merger with Musk's social media platform, X, which allows access to user-generated news, posts, and other information for training its AI models.

According to PANews, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman revealed in a podcast that Meta is offering signing bonuses of up to $100 million and higher annual salaries to recruit OpenAI employees. However, none of the core staff have accepted the offers so far. Meta is forming a 'super intelligence' team and has invested $14.3 billion in Scale AI, appointing its CEO Alexandr Wang to join the team. Altman noted that while Meta has ambitious goals, it still lags behind OpenAI in terms of innovation capabilities and company culture.

According to PANews, OpenAI has been awarded a $200 million one-year contract by the U.S. Department of Defense to pilot the application of artificial intelligence in administrative and security tasks. This marks the first major project for OpenAI's newly established 'OpenAI for Government' division, which aims to explore AI's use in areas such as military healthcare and cybersecurity. The division is also integrating its collaborations with NASA, the National Institutes of Health, and the Air Force Research Laboratory.

According to PANews, OpenAI has officially announced the full rollout of ChatGPT's image generation feature on WhatsApp. Users can access this feature by linking their accounts, which also provides additional image generation opportunities. This service is now available to all users, expanding the application of AI visual capabilities on mainstream communication platforms.

According to Odaily, tensions are escalating between OpenAI and Microsoft regarding the future of their AI partnership. OpenAI is seeking to reduce Microsoft's control over its AI products and computing resources while also seeking Microsoft's support to transition into a for-profit company. Approval from Microsoft is crucial for OpenAI to raise additional funds and pursue a public listing. Insiders report that negotiations have been challenging, leading OpenAI executives to consider a significant option: accusing Microsoft of anti-competitive behavior during their collaboration. This could involve requesting federal regulators to examine contract terms for potential antitrust violations and launching a public relations campaign. Such actions could jeopardize the six-year partnership between the two companies. The negotiations have reached an impasse over the equity stake Microsoft would hold in the restructured startup. Microsoft is demanding a larger share than OpenAI is willing to concede. OpenAI faces a deadline to complete its transition by the end of the year, or it risks losing a potential $20 billion in funding.

According to Cointelegraph, Amazon has announced plans to invest over $13 billion in Australia's artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure by 2029. This significant investment, amounting to 20 billion Australian dollars, marks the largest technology investment in the country by a global company. The funds will be directed towards expanding, operating, and maintaining Amazon Web Services (AWS) data centers across Australia.Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese highlighted the importance of this investment, stating that it represents a major opportunity for the nation to enhance its AI capabilities using secure and resilient infrastructure. The initiative is expected to create economic opportunities for Australians, including the creation of skilled jobs and infrastructure to support complex AI and supercomputing applications.A portion of the $13 billion investment will be allocated to the construction of three new renewable solar farms in Victoria and Queensland. These projects will increase Amazon's total renewable energy initiatives in Australia to 11. The solar farms are projected to generate approximately 1.4 million megawatt hours of carbon-free energy annually, which is enough to power around 290,000 Australian homes.Amazon's presence in Australia began in 2012 with the launch of the AWS Asia Pacific in Sydney. In July 2024, the Australian government collaborated with AWS to introduce a "Top Secret" AWS Cloud for national security and defense purposes. Additionally, on June 11, Amazon partnered with Talen Energy to secure nuclear energy for AWS servers and AI data centers in Pennsylvania until 2042. This partnership followed Amazon's announcement of a $20 billion investment in AI infrastructure in Pennsylvania, reflecting a broader trend among tech firms to enhance AI capabilities.The ongoing investment in AI services and automation is poised to significantly boost Australia's economy. According to the Government’s Department of Industry, Science and Resources, AI and automation-related advancements are expected to contribute an annual $400 billion to the country's gross domestic product (GDP) by 2030. Between 2020 and 2022, Amazon invested over $312 million in Australian renewable energy projects, underscoring its commitment to sustainable development.

According to BlockBeats, Elon Musk responded to ZachXBT's inquiry regarding the invitation rules for group chats on the X platform. Musk acknowledged the need for updates to direct messaging and XChat, suggesting the addition of filters to control who can add users to group chats. He assured that improvements would be made and expressed gratitude for the feedback.

According to PANews, AI-driven crypto startup TrueNorth has raised $1 million in a strategic angel funding round. The investment was supported by notable figures including Bryan Pellegrino from LayerZero, Jeff Feng from SEI, and Jordi Alexander from Selini Capital. TrueNorth aims to develop a highly personalized digital asset discovery platform. Currently in closed testing, the platform utilizes autonomous agents to monitor blockchain activities, social media, and macroeconomic indicators, generating high-signal investment tips tailored for individual users.