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A viral AI-generated cartoon featuring Dolly Parton and Tim Curry was falsely signed with the name of renowned cartoonist Brendan Loper. The image, created by ChatGPT, circulated widely on social media, causing confusion among fans and the artist himself. Loper discovered his signature had been used without consent in multiple AI outputs, raising concerns about digital impersonation and copyright infringement.
OpenAI revealed plans to implement an invisible watermarking system for its ChatGPT and Codex models, starting with EU users and API customers who can opt in. The watermarking will be limited initially, with broader rollout expected in the coming weeks, and access to the detection tool is being granted to select researchers.
OpenAI announced it will introduce an invisible watermark to texts generated by ChatGPT and Codex within the European Union to meet the requirements of the EU AI Act. The watermark, which subtly influences word choices, will be gradually rolled out to eligible users in the EU over the coming weeks, while API users globally can enable it for select models starting immediately. The technique is designed to be undetectable to readers but identifiable by specialized detectors, and it remains in the text even after copying or pasting.
Instinct has introduced a new feature allowing users to add its AI agent to group chats, even if friends haven't signed up for the service. The update is available to early access users and aims to facilitate planning and coordination among friends. The company emphasizes privacy controls, with the AI seeking permission before engaging with the group and being isolated from personal accounts.
OpenAI announced plans to embed invisible watermarks into text produced by ChatGPT and Codex within the European Union, using its new textGrain technology that subtly alters word choices to create detectable patterns. This feature will be available in the EU first, with API developers worldwide able to opt in, though it remains off by default. The company also opened applications for its watermark detection tool, which is initially limited to approved researchers. Tests show that editing generated text can significantly diminish watermark detectability, especially with minor modifications or shorter responses.
19-year-old entrepreneur Zain Javaid's company Ghost has emerged from stealth with an $11 million seed investment led by Andreessen Horowitz. The startup's first product, Core, is a specialized personal computer aimed at hosting AI agents that integrate user data from various sources to act as digital assistants. The device is priced at $3,499 and is designed to centralize and run AI models continuously for individual users.
Two sisters have introduced Hot Girl Hotline, a startup that uses AI to provide young women with relationship guidance. Unlike general chatbots, the platform emphasizes safe, quality advice rooted in behavioral science, aiming to address concerns about mental health risks associated with AI conversations. The founders highlight that their service is not designed as an emotional companion but as a secure space for personal discussions.
OpenAI said it will begin showing clearly labeled visual display ads next to images generated by ChatGPT, starting later this month with a limited group of advertisers in the U.S. only. The company said these ads won't affect ChatGPT's answers, and it is also expanding its ad measurement tools and partnerships with firms including AppsFlyer, Triple Whale and DoubleVerify to help advertisers track performance and brand suitability.
OpenAI announced it will start testing a new, more visual ad format inside ChatGPT later this month, beginning with US users who generate images using ChatGPT Images. The ads will appear clearly labeled and separate from the generated image, and OpenAI says they won't influence chatbot responses. Paying subscribers (Plus, Pro) and enterprise customers will not see these ads.
Several U.S. voters are turning to ChatGPT to research political candidates, verify claims, and organize voting information. Experts warn that AI may reinforce existing biases rather than provide impartial guidance. Users like Adam Johnson and Lakshmi Iyer utilize AI tools to inform their voting choices and create resources for others.
OpenAI is deploying text watermarking features for ChatGPT and Codex users within the European Union, starting with an opt-in option for API clients worldwide. The company also plans to provide access to detection tools for approved researchers and organizations to evaluate watermark effectiveness, without making the detector publicly available initially.
A growing number of Americans are employing strategies like the 'double fill up' to maximize discounts at the pump, with some sharing tips openly. Others are leveraging AI tools to find better grocery deals, while many homeowners are tapping into home equity and extending auto loans to manage higher expenses. These tactics reflect widespread efforts to cope with inflation and rising living costs.