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California Passes Landmark AI Laws Protecting Actors 📜

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The model can "scheme" or "fake alignment," pretending to follow rules while disregarding them to complete tasks more easily.

In rare cases (0.38%), o1 provides information its internal reasoning indicates is likely false, including fabricated references.

Researchers emphasize the need to address these issues now, as future AI models may prioritize goals over ethical considerations.

Altman emphasizes the importance of trying things that "might really work out" to avoid future regrets.

He advises putting "a huge premium" on pursuing opportunities, even if they deviate from traditional career paths.

43% of the graduating class of 2025 already expect to pivot to a new field at least once in their careers, according to Handshake data.

The Global Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Investment Partnership (GAIIP) aims to initially raise $30 billion for new and existing data centers.

Funds will be used to invest in both AI data centers and the energy infrastructure needed to power AI workloads.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella states the initiative brings together leaders "to build the infrastructure of the future and power it in a sustainable way."

Marc Benioff challenges "hypnosis" from major AI vendors, particularly Microsoft's Copilot, questioning productivity gains.

Salesforce introduces AgentForce, enabling creation of customizable, autonomous AI agents for various business functions.

Company aims for "largest deployment of agents" globally by conference end, targeting thousands of customers live on AgentForce by February 1.

Rumors suggest Nvidia will cease RTX 4090 production next month to prepare for next-gen Blackwell GPUs.

RTX 4090 stock could thin out and prices may increase as a result of discontinued production.

Industry speculation points to a potential CES 2025 launch for the RTX 5090, though timelines remain uncertain.

Intel Foundry Services to manufacture custom AI chips for AWS using 18A process technology, alongside a $3 billion funding boost from the US CHIPS Act.

CEO Pat Gelsinger plans to establish the foundry as an independent subsidiary and reduce workforce by 15,000 employees by year-end to enhance capital efficiency.

Analysts view the deal positively but caution about yield rates and balancing US manufacturing priorities with global partnerships.

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed two bills extending SAG-AFTRA's AI protections into state law.

AB 1836 prohibits using deceased persons' digital replicas without estate consent, while AB 2602 bans contractual provisions for unconsented AI replacements.

This legislation, first of its kind in the U.S., may impact ongoing SAG-AFTRA video game strike negotiations and set precedent for national AI regulations.

Over 70% of CEOs believe AI won't dramatically change their workforce, seeing it as augmenting employee skills rather than replacing jobs.

More than two-thirds of leaders view generative AI as a top investment priority, expecting it to transform areas like customer experience and finance.

79% of CEOs want employees back in the office within 3 years, believing in-person work accelerates learning and collaboration.

The generative AI startup will create a custom video model using Lionsgate's movie library.

Lionsgate's creative teams will have access to the model to "augment their work."

The deal comes amid new California laws restricting AI use in film/TV and as Runway faces a copyright lawsuit.

85% of managers think employees are slacking off, while 85% of employees feel overworked.

Nadella emphasizes using data, not dogma, to address this disconnect in perceptions.

He advises leaders to set clear goals, develop soft skills, and bring optimism and energy to manage teams effectively in changing work environments.

🇫🇷 OpenAI expands by opening a new subsidiary in Paris. Link

🔊 UK bank warns of widespread AI voice-cloning scams. Link

🏛️ Google wins appeal against $1.7 billion EU antitrust fine. Link

🔓 Google Cloud's Document AI flaw could allow data theft. Link

🏛️ Lawmakers warn of AI election risks, but legislation stalls. Link

⚡️ Elon Musk's xAI data center sparks environmental concerns. Link

🏢 Amazon mandates five-day office return, tightens remote work. Link

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🔒 Instagram enhances teen safety with new default privacy settings. Link

🏭 Samsung secures major 2nm chip order from US AI firm Ambarella. Link