Aug 01 Chatbots can make things up. Can we fix AI’s hallucination problem? ByMatt O'Brien, Associated Press Builders of AI systems known as large language models say they're working to make them more truthful. But some experts say the problem isn't fixable. Continue reading
Jul 14 ChatGPT company probed over consumer protection issues ByDavid Hamilton, Associated Press The FTC's move represents the most significant regulatory threat so far to the nascent but fast-growing AI industry. Continue reading
Jul 13 ChatGPT creator OpenAI signs deal with AP to license news stories ByMatt O'Brien, Associated Press The arrangement involves OpenAI licensing part of AP's text archive, while AP will leverage OpenAI's technology and product expertise, the two organizations said in a joint statement. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Continue reading
Jun 20 WATCH: Biden discusses risks, promises of artificial intelligence with tech leaders in San Francisco ByJosh Boak, Associated Press The Biden administration is seeking to figure out how to regulate the emergent field of AI, looking for ways to nurture its potential for economic growth and national security and protect against its potential dangers. Continue reading
May 30 Artificial intelligence raises risk of extinction, experts warn ByMatt O'Brien, Associated Press The statement posted online Tuesday says that "mitigating the risk of extinction from AI should be a global priority alongside other societal-scale risks such as pandemics and nuclear war."… Continue reading
May 23 White House unveils new efforts to guide federally backed research of artificial intelligence ByAamer Madhani, Associated Press Among the moves unveiled by the administration was a tweak to the United States' strategic plan on artificial intelligence research to add greater emphasis on international collaboration with allies. Continue reading
May 16 Watch10:55 Why artificial intelligence developers say regulation is needed to keep AI in check ByWilliam Brangham, Courtney Norris, Jonah Anderson Artificial intelligence was a focus on Capitol Hill Tuesday. Many believe AI could revolutionize, and perhaps upend, considerable aspects of our lives. At a Senate hearing, some said AI could be as momentous as the industrial revolution and others warned… Continue watching
May 15 WATCH: OpenAI CEO Sam Altman testifies before Senate Judiciary Committee ByMatt O'Brien, Associated Press “As this technology advances, we understand that people are anxious about how it could change the way we live. We are too," OpenAI CEO Sam Altman testified at a Senate hearing Tuesday. Continue reading
May 09 In global rush to regulate AI, Europe Union rules set to be trailblazer ByKelvin Chan, Associated Press The EU's sweeping regulations — covering any provider of AI services or products — are expected to be approved by a European Parliament committee Thursday. Continue reading
Mar 31 Italy temporarily blocks ChatGPT over privacy concerns ByFrances D'Emilio, Matt O'Brien, Associated Press The Italian Data Protection Authority said it was taking provisional action “until ChatGPT respects privacy,” including temporarily limiting the company from processing Italian users' data. Continue reading