KraneShares has introduced a $100,000 robot called KOID, which was launched in June to promote its Global Humanoid and Embodied Intelligence Index ETF. The bot made its debut by ringing the Nasdaq opening bell, generating mixed reactions as it walked through Midtown, drawing attention from onlookers who were both amused and startled by its presence.
A London-based agency created an AI model that resembles a supermodel, which was featured in Vogue magazine as part of a Guess campaign. The AI model, designed by Seraphinne Vallora, can change outfits with the click of a button and has sparked concerns among real models about job loss due to rampant technology use. The British Fashion Model Agents Association is urging political leaders to tighten controls on AI to prevent it from copying real people's images and creating virtual humans that could potentially replace human models in the industry.
A federal jury in San Francisco has ruled that Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Facebook, violated California privacy law by secretly recording menstrual health data of millions of women who used the Flo app. The data was collected through a software development kit embedded on the app and included information about users' desire to get pregnant and their last period date.
Norton has developed an AI-powered tool to detect deepfake videos on YouTube, providing "an added layer of contextual protection" by spotting inconsistencies in people's physical features. The tool is currently available in Norton 360 mobile products in the US, UK, Australia, and New Zealand for Android and iOS devices, with desktop support coming soon. It can be tested by uploading YouTube links to receive real-time guidance on video authenticity. The tool aims to combat deepfake scams, such as the infamous "Elon Musk investment scam", where AI-generated videos are used to deceive investors.
The "Netflix of AI" refers to a hypothetical streaming service specializing in artificial intelligence content, but its target audience remains unclear. The term is often used to describe companies like NVIDIA or Google Cloud, which offer AI-related services and content. However, no specific company has been officially designated as the "Netflix of AI."
Pakistan's National AI policy aims to train 1 million AI professionals by 2030 and boost private sector involvement through an AI Innovation Fund and Venture Fund. The policy also plans to create 50,000 AI-driven civic projects, 1,000 local AI products, and distribute 3,000 annual AI scholarships. To achieve its goal of $10 billion IT exports by FY29, the government needs to provide basic infrastructure such as fast internet, affordable devices, and workstations in different cities. P@SHA will support the policy through its members, while Dr Noman Said emphasizes the need for decisive action, cutting red tape, and delivering early wins to demonstrate credibility. The private sector must be incentivized with regulatory sandboxes, tax breaks, and access to public datasets to drive adoption and innovation.
Perplexity AI secured $18 billion in funding, valuing the company. Srinivas encouraged young people to focus on AI platforms instead of social media. Sonam Kapoor greeted a UK crowd with "Namaste" during a concert. Carlos Alcaraz won the Madrid Open, defeating Jan-Lennard Struff. A new type of terrorism without ammunition was discussed by Nadda in reference to 'The Kerala Story'.
The Singapore Terrorism Threat Assessment Report highlights a volatile global landscape fueled by conflicts like the Gaza crisis and extremist ideologies, which have manifested in Singapore. The report notes the emergence of AI as a factor in the growing complexity of terrorist threats, with new technologies like AI and 3D printing featured in self-radicalisation cases. A 17-year-old Islamic State supporter used an AI chatbot to generate a pledge of allegiance, while another youth searched for instructions on how to produce ammunition using an AI chatbot. The Internal Security Department warns that potential terror activities will feature emerging technologies like AI, which can be harnessed by terrorist organisations to accelerate radicalisation and recruitment through disinformation, manipulate individuals, and create chaos.
A Florida jury has found Tesla liable to pay $243 million to the victims of a 2019 fatal crash involving an Autopilot-equipped Model S, in a verdict that could encourage more legal action against Elon Musk's electric vehicle company.