Artificial Intelligence
How a US Citizen Was Scanned With ICE's Facial Recognition Tech
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Jesus Gutiérrez, a U.S. citizen, was detained by immigration agents who only released him after scanning his face with ICE's facial recognition technology. This incident raises concerns about the use of such technology in verifying citizenship and the implications for civil liberties.
‘Architects of AI’ Wins Time Person of the Year, Sends Gambling Markets Into a Meltdown
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The 'Architects of AI' have been named Time's Person of the Year, a decision that has sparked significant backlash among those who placed bets on the outcome, leading to a chaotic reaction in gambling markets. Many bettors are expressing their frustration over losing their wagers as a result of this announcement.
Porn Is Being Injected Into Government Websites Via Malicious PDFs
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Dozens of government websites have been compromised by a PDF-based SEO scam, leading to the injection of pornographic content and the promotion of sex toys. This malicious activity raises concerns about the security and integrity of government digital platforms.
A Developer Accidentally Found CSAM in AI Data. Google Banned Him For It
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Developer Mark Russo discovered child sexual abuse material (CSAM) within an AI dataset and reported it to the appropriate organizations. Despite his actions, he faced a prolonged account ban from Google, raising concerns about the company's response to such serious findings.
Pete Hegseth Says the Pentagon's New Chatbot Will Make America 'More Lethal'
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The Pentagon is set to integrate Google Gemini, a new chatbot, into its operations, aiming to enhance the capabilities of American military personnel. Pete Hegseth has stated that this initiative will make America 'more lethal' by providing advanced technological support to warriors on the ground.
Instagram Is Generating Inaccurate SEO Bait for Your Posts
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Instagram has been criticized for generating misleading headlines for posts that appear in Google Search results, leading users to feel that their content is misrepresented. This issue raises concerns about the accuracy and reliability of information shared on the platform.
Border Patrol Agent Recorded Raid with Meta’s Ray-Ban Smart Glasses
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A Border Patrol agent was recorded wearing Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses during a raid, with the recording light clearly visible, despite a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) ban on officers using personal devices for recording. This incident raises concerns about compliance with regulations intended to protect privacy and civil liberties.
404 Media Is Making a Zine
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404 Media is set to publish a risograph-printed zine that focuses on the surveillance technologies employed by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This initiative aims to raise awareness about the implications of these technologies on privacy and civil liberties.






