eBay Prohibits AI Shopping Bots in User Agreement Update
eBay has updated its user agreement to explicitly ban the use of AI-powered shopping bots, reflecting concerns over automated purchasing practices.
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AI Leaders Discuss Job Market Dynamics at Davos
At the World Economic Forum, top executives from the AI sector debated the implications of AI on employment and the economy, with contrasting views on job creation and potential risks.
Verizon Enforces 365-Day Lock on TracFone Devices Following FCC Waiver
Verizon has implemented a new policy requiring a full year of paid service before unlocking phones purchased through its TracFone division, reversing a previous 60-day requirement.
OpenAI Launches Age Prediction Model for ChatGPT Users
OpenAI has initiated the deployment of an age prediction model aimed at determining whether ChatGPT users are old enough to access sensitive content, amidst growing concerns over the safety of AI interactions for minors.
FTC Appeals Ruling in Meta Monopoly Case Amid Political Tensions
The Federal Trade Commission is appealing a ruling that cleared Meta of monopoly allegations, focusing on its acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp.
Mark Carney’s Call for Middle Powers at Davos: A New Strategic Posture
In a pivotal speech at the World Economic Forum, Mark Carney outlined the challenges facing middle powers like Canada amid rising geopolitical tensions and the need for strategic autonomy.
Elon Musk Seeks Up to $134 Billion from OpenAI and Microsoft in Legal Battle
In a high-stakes lawsuit, Elon Musk claims OpenAI has strayed from its nonprofit roots, seeking damages that could reach $134 billion from both OpenAI and Microsoft.
NASA Achieves 15th Consecutive Clean Financial Audit
NASA has received an unmodified audit opinion for its fiscal year 2025 financial statements, marking a significant milestone in financial transparency and accountability.
Anna’s Archive: Federal Court Orders Anna’s Archive to Delete Scraped WorldCat Data
A federal judge has ruled that Anna’s Archive must delete all copies of WorldCat data, following a lawsuit from OCLC that accused the shadow library of illegal data scraping.
Trump Administration Pushes Big Tech to Fund Power Plants Amid Rising Energy Demands
The Trump administration is urging major tech companies to finance new power generation to mitigate rising electricity costs linked to datacenter expansions.
