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June 25, 2025

Versailles Partners with OpenAI and Ask Mona

The Palace of Versailles is testing artificial intelligence to enhance visitor experience. OpenAI and Ask Mona are partnering with the museum, welcoming millions of visitors annually. The AI technology will be showcased in a world-famous location, offering something for everyone, from heritage experts to first-time visitors. This partnership aims to highlight AI's lesser-explored applications beyond productivity, emphasizing its role as a tool for curiosity.

https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/nation/frances-versailles-unveils-ai-powered-talking-statues/article_0730d6db-b56c-5dd7-8832-729021c899a2.html

June 25, 2025

Gemini AI Expands Beyond Messaging Platforms

Gemini AI can be used on phones, WhatsApp, and other Android apps, according to a report. This means users may soon have access to the AI's capabilities beyond just messaging platforms. The implications for users are not specified in the article.

https://www.livemint.com/technology/tech-news/gemini-ai-could-work-with-phone-whatsapp-and-other-android-apps-report-what-it-means-for-users-11750861479150.html

June 25, 2025

Google's Gemini AI Empowers Offline Robot Capabilities

Google's new Gemini AI, developed by DeepMind, can power robots to perform complex tasks without relying on the internet. The AI model, called Gemini Robotics On-Device, uses just 50 to 100 demos to complete tasks and offers improved speed, privacy, and performance in offline or restricted environments.

https://indiatoday.in/technology/news/story/googles-new-gemini-ai-can-power-robots-and-make-them-work-without-internet-2745827-2025-06-25

June 25, 2025

Judge Alsup Clears Anthropic in Landmark Ruling

A landmark US court ruling has approved Anthropic's practice of training its "Claude" large language model on legitimately-acquired materials, deeming it transformative fair use under copyright law. The decision provides a template for judges in dozens of pending cases involving generative AI and copyright infringement. Judge William Alsup granted summary judgment to Amazon-backed Anthropic PBC, allowing the company to train its AI model on books purchased from online retailers like eBay Inc and OpenAI Inc's competitor Meta Platforms Inc.

https://news.bloomberglaw.com/litigation/mixed-anthropic-ruling-builds-roadmap-for-generative-ai-fair-use

June 25, 2025

Judge Clears Anthropic on Fair Use for AI Training

A US judge has ruled that Anthropic's use of copyrighted books to train its AI model Claude is considered fair use, but storing pirated books in the library was not. The decision comes after a trial set for December to determine damages.

https://indiatoday.in/technology/news/story/anthropic-wins-ai-copyright-ruling-judge-says-training-on-purchased-books-is-fair-use-2746068-2025-06-25

June 25, 2025

Nvidia Stock Surges 20% Amid AI Boom

Nvidia has reached a record high as AI spending momentum remains strong, with the company's stock price surging due to increased demand for its graphics processing units (GPUs) in the growing field of artificial intelligence and machine learning. The tech giant's shares have risen by over 20% in recent weeks, driven by investors' confidence in the sector's long-term growth prospects. Nvidia's CEO, Jensen Huang, has stated that the company is well-positioned to capitalize on the increasing adoption of AI technology across various industries, including gaming, healthcare, and autonomous vehicles.

https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/nvidia-rises-to-record-as-ai-spending-momentum-stays-strong-11750876646876.html

June 25, 2025

UAE Experts Warn of AI-Driven Social Engineering Threats

UAE experts warn that AI-driven social engineering is a growing threat, urging firms to involve cybersecurity teams when automating tasks with new AI technologies. Cybersecurity professionals emphasize the importance of focusing on behavioral patterns to combat this evolving cyber threat.

https://www.khaleejtimes.com/business/tech/uae-ai-social-engineering-is-a-real-threat?utm_source=most-popular-uae

June 25, 2025

Cruz's AI Moratorium Sparks Senate Gridlock

US Senate leaders disagree over a proposed 10-year federal moratorium on state regulation of artificial intelligence, with Republican Senator Ted Cruz releasing an updated version that restricts states tapping into a $500 million AI infrastructure fund, while Democrat Maria Cantwell argues this would leave $42 billion in broadband funding hostage.

https://channelnewsasia.com/business/us-congress-battle-over-state-ai-regulations-heats-up-ahead-senate-vote-5203261

June 25, 2025

Versailles Partners with OpenAI for AI Showcase

The Palace of Versailles is testing artificial intelligence as part of its visitor experience, with the help of OpenAI and Ask Mona. The museum welcomes eight million visitors annually and has partnered with these companies to showcase their technology in a world-famous location. Christophe Leribault, president of the palace, sees this as an opportunity to enhance the visitor experience, while Julie Lavet, head of European partnerships at OpenAI, believes it will highlight AI's lesser-explored applications.

https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/06/25/world/americas-emea/frances-versailles-unveils-ai-powered-talking-statues/2138472