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Stability AI AI Ethics

UK Court Advances Getty's Copyright Suit Against Stability AI: A Deep Dive into the Legal Battle

Chris McKay• December 5, 2023 • 2 min read

The court found that there were unanswered questions and inconsistencies relevant to the determination of the location of the training and development of Stable Diffusion.

Microsoft AI Policy AI Ethics

Microsoft Announces New Steps to Combat AI-Enabled Misinformation Ahead of Major Elections

Chris McKay• November 8, 2023 • 2 min read

Through multi-pronged steps like content authentication and partnerships, Microsoft aims to promote secure and trustworthy elections.

Meta AI Ethics

Meta will Mandate Disclosure for Political Ads Altered With AI

Chris McKay• November 8, 2023 • 2 min read

This policy will go into effect in the new year and will be required globally.

Google AI Ethics AI Safety

Google DeepMind Proposes Framework for Social and Ethical AI Risk Assessment

Chris McKay• October 20, 2023 • 3 min read

As generative AI systems gain ground, the urgency to evaluate their social and ethical risks escalates. DeepMind introduces a holistic framework, emphasizing the significance of context in AI safety, marking a step forward in responsible AI evolution.

Anthropic AI Ethics

Anthropic Explores Democratizing AI Alignment Using Public Input

Chris McKay• October 18, 2023 • 3 min read

Working with the Collective Intelligence Project, Anthropic used the perspectives from 1,000 Americans to define the principles that should govern AI behavior.

AI Ethics AI Tech

NYC Mayor Eric Adams is Using AI to Make Robocalls in Different Languages

Chris McKay• October 17, 2023 • 2 min read

While the intention is to bridge communication gaps, the initiative has ignited a debate over ethics, authenticity, and the future role of technology in public service.

Open Source AI Ethics

Meet the Content Credentials Pin, A New Way to Determine Content Authenticity

Chris McKay• October 9, 2023 • 2 min read

Content Credentials work by embedding tamper-evident metadata directly into creative assets. This metadata can include details like the creator, creation date, editing steps used, and whether AI generation was involved.

AI Safety AI Ethics

TikTok Introduces Labeling Tool for AI-Generated Content

Chris McKay• September 19, 2023 • 1 min read

The new initiatives empower TikTok creators to showcase AI as part of their creative process. At the same time, the disclosures give viewers crucial context about the content they consume.

Microsoft AI Ethics

Microsoft Pledges Legal Protection for Customers Against AI-Generated Copyright Claims

Chris McKay• September 7, 2023 • 2 min read

Microsoft will provide legal protection to its commercial customers against third-party copyright infringement lawsuits, provided they adhere to Microsoft's established guardrails and content filters.

AI Policy AI Ethics

US Copyright Office Seeks Public Input on AI and Copyright Issues

Chris McKay• August 29, 2023 • 1 min read

The Copyright Office is seeking input on three primary issues raised by the rise of generative AI tools like ChatGPT, DALL-E, and Stable Diffusion.

Google AI Ethics

Google DeepMind Launches SynthID, a Groundbreaking Watermarking Tool for AI-Generated Images

Chris McKay• August 29, 2023 • 3 min read

Initially, the beta version of the tool will be available exclusively for users of Imagen, Google's cutting-edge text-to-image model hosted on Google Cloud's Vertex AI platform.

AI Ethics AI Policy

AP Publishes Guidelines for Journalists Using Generative AI

Chris McKay• August 16, 2023 • 2 min read

While cautious experimentation is allowed, the standards prohibit publishing AI-generated content directly or using it as a reporting shortcut.

AI Ethics Media & Entertainment

The New York Times Cracks Down on AI Scraping Its Content

Chris McKay• August 14, 2023 • 2 min read

Defying these new rules could result in penalties, although the Times did not specify what those might entail.

OpenAI AI Ethics

NYU Journalism Institute Partners With OpenAI on New Ethics Initiative

Chris McKay• August 8, 2023 • 1 min read

This marks the third journalism project backed by OpenAI in the past month alone.

Palantir AI Ethics

Palantir CEO Argues US Must Develop AI Weapons Despite Ethical Concerns

Chris McKay• July 25, 2023 • 3 min read

Karp acknowledges the ethical challenges and very real risks of AI weapons systems, but argues that calls to halt their development are misguided.

AI Policy AI Ethics

New York City's Controversial AI Hiring Law Now in Effect

Chris McKay• July 10, 2023 • 2 min read

The new law marks one of the first attempts in the U.S. to curb algorithmic bias. However, the legislation has sparked intense debate, with critics arguing it does not go far enough while the tech industry warns of impractical requirements.

Microsoft AI Ethics

The AI Anthology: 20 Essays You Should Read About Our Future With AI

Chris McKay• May 31, 2023 • 2 min read

Explore the exciting and profound potential of AI through these essays, navigating complex issues from poverty alleviation to healthcare advancements, and from reimagining creativity to spearheading scientific innovation.

Google AI Ethics

Google's Policy Agenda for Responsible AI Deserves Consideration and Critique

Chris McKay• May 19, 2023 • 2 min read

Is their ambitious roadmap for Responsible AI a beacon towards equitable progress, or a veiled corporate strategy?

AI Ethics

AI Malware: A Silent and Looming Threat in A New Era of Cybersecurity Risks

Chris McKay• May 8, 2023 • 3 min read

A new research paper unveils the potential dangers of indirect prompt injections in large language models (LLMs), posing serious concerns for their commercial utility and AI safety.

AI Ethics

The AI Revolution: It's Not Coming, It's Already Here

Chris McKay• April 12, 2023 • 2 min read

Delve into the tangible impact that artificial intelligence is making now—reshaping industries, challenging misconceptions, and transforming our daily lives.

AI Ethics

The 2023 AI Index Report: Key Insights for Decision-Makers

Chris McKay• April 4, 2023 • 1 min read

Stanford's annual AI report has been released, providing a wealth of insights into the state of AI today. From industry dominance to environmental impact, this report is essential reading for anyone interested in the future of AI.

AI Ethics

Bill Gates on the Age of AI: Opportunities and Responsibilities

Chris McKay• March 21, 2023 • 1 min read

Tech pioneer and philanthropist Bill Gates recently shared his thoughts on the current state of AI and its potential impact on society.

AI Ethics Featured

Exploring the Ethics of Generative AI: The Promise and Peril

Chris McKay• March 19, 2023 • 3 min read

Delve into the ethical challenges generative AI presents, and explore our collective responsibility to ensure a future where technology serves humanity's best interests.

AI Ethics Marketing

No, AI won’t replace you, but someone using AI will

Chris McKay• March 11, 2023 • 4 min read

Learn how integrating AI into your skillset can open doors to new professional challenges and achievements.