Sam Altman wants his AI device to feel like 'sitting in the most beautiful cabin by a lake,' but it sounds more like endless surveillance

A recent study from Cornell indicates that AI models, similar to humans, can develop gambling addictions, raising concerns about the implications of AI behavior. This finding coincides with OpenAI's launch of the ChatGPT-powered Atlas web browser, which aims to enhance user experience in a competitive market. Owen Poole discusses these developments with ZDNET's Jason Hiner, focusing on the future of work influenced by AI advancements.

North Korean hackers are increasingly targeting macOS developers through deceptive job offers and a ClickFix approach, raising significant security concerns. This malware chain could lead to severe vulnerabilities within the macOS ecosystem.

OpenAI has faced backlash following the tragic suicide of a 16-year-old, Adam Raine, whose parents allege that the company relaxed its rules on discussing suicide to increase user engagement. The lawsuit claims that this change contributed to the circumstances surrounding Raine's death, raising ethical concerns about the responsibilities of tech companies in sensitive matters.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is reportedly nearing 900 data centers globally, a figure that is double previous estimates, although the company has not confirmed this number. This expansion reflects AWS's growing infrastructure to support its cloud services and customer demands.

Google is advancing its plans for an Android-based operating system, dubbed 'Aluminium OS', which aims to replace ChromeOS and enhance the functionality of personal computers. This initiative is expected to integrate Android capabilities into desktop environments, marking a significant shift in Google's approach to operating systems.

Ransomware hackers have targeted small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) that were acquired over the summer, leading to infections that spread to the buyers' networks. This tactic aims to gain access to multiple companies through compromised acquisitions.

OpenAI has responded to a lawsuit from the family of Adam Raine, a 16-year-old from California who tragically took his own life, stating that the incident was due to the 'misuse' of its ChatGPT technology and not caused by the chatbot itself.

OpenAI has denied allegations that its AI chatbot, ChatGPT, is responsible for the death of a teenager who reportedly misused the technology after months of interaction. The company stated that it is not liable for the incident, emphasizing that the chatbot's use was misapplied by the individual involved.