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A secret affair, whiskey dates and a China spy probe: Inside Nvidia chief Jensen Huang's association with Alice Huang
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is facing scrutiny over an alleged secret affair with Chinese businesswoman Alice Huang, whom US intelligence suspects of working for Beijing. Photographs of their meetings in Taipei have drawn attention to a classified US assessment, while her association with a Singapore-based AI computing firm adds a national security dimension.
I was unfaithful to my wife: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admits secret affair with Chinese spy Alice Huang; all you need to know about the controversy
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admitted to having an extramarital relationship with a business executive. Reports suggest that the executive may have connections to Chinese espionage activities. Nvidia's board has initiated an independent investigation to examine these allegations thoroughly. US lawmakers have requested a briefing to understand potential national security issues related to the case. Huang remains the CEO, while the investigation seeks to clarify any risks to the company.
Karnataka to train 5,000 government school teachers in AI literacy under JanAI initiative
Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced the programme at the Namma Shaale, Namma Javabdarievent at Vidhana Soudha on November 4. The 12-month initiative, scheduled to run from January to December 2027, will be implemented by the Head Held High Foundation in collaboration with the Department of School Education and Literacy.
US airlines may face fresh scrutiny as Democrats plan probes into pricing and passenger rights
Following a significant midterm election victory, Democrats intend to scrutinize airlines regarding personalized pricing practices and passenger protection rules. The Federal Trade Commission has requested information from major airlines about the influence of personal data on pricing. Congress plans to revive protections that were previously withdrawn, including compensation for travel disruptions. Legislators are also exploring requirements for transparency in ticket pricing and additional passenger rights.
Google hands schools the AI switch as learning concerns grow
Google plans to restrict access to its AI tools for K-12 students, pending administrator approval. This change follows feedback aimed at enhancing control over classroom AI usage. The company is also expanding its Guided Learning feature, which helps students solve problems systematically. Research shows mixed results regarding AI's impact on student performance and learning outcomes.
Meta settles with teen during trial testing claims social media caused depression, eating disorders
Meta Platforms has settled with a teen plaintiff who accused the company of designing Instagram and Facebook to be addictive, causing her mental health problems
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Rhode Island sues Meta over alleged tolerance for scam advertising
The suit, filed by Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha in Providence Superior Court, accuses Meta of unlawfully profiting from and participating in the creation of billions of dollars in scam advertising - even as it assured its billions of users that it was working diligently to protect them.
Children have fundamental right to access internet, can't impose blanket ban on its use: SC
The Supreme Court affirmed the right to access the internet as fundamental for children. It ordered the creation of a national database to detect and remove harmful content targeting minors. The court emphasized the importance of content moderation while ensuring child safety online. It implemented measures to combat the increase in child sexual exploitation material on digital platforms.
EU watchdog says smart glasses must give 'clear warnings' when recording
The European Union's central data regulator on Tuesday said smart glasses should give "clear warnings" when they are recording, after a public outcry in recent months over secretly filmed footage of girls and women. The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) warned in its non-binding guidance to users and manufacturers that smart glasses raised "serious privacy concerns" as it seeks to increase awareness about the risks.
Children & AI: WEF expert calls for equal focus on innovation, child safety
Cathy Li from the World Economic Forum stresses the crucial role of AI literacy in children's education. She advocates for the incorporation of child safety features in AI tools utilized by kids across India, highlighting the importance of culturally and linguistically appropriate testing. Her whitepaper points out that, while AI presents educational advancements, it simultaneously brings safety risks.
The rise of AI personal assistants and the battle for users' trust
Meta Connect recently unveiled Muse Charm, which serves as a personal AI assistant for users. This device can interact with emails, calendars, and other services to streamline life tasks. It represents a shift from traditional devices to persistent AI help that anticipates users' needs. While user trust and privacy concerns persist, tech companies are racing to develop autonomous agents. The future may see these assistants represented in various hardware forms.
A reckoning on social media addiction came late for many kids. Will AI safety be different?
When Meta agreed to changes to its social media platforms and enhanced safeguards in an $18 billion settlement, it made progress by "getting at what we've known for years" about the dangers, said Kristin Bride, a parent advocate who has fought for social media reform since the death of her teenage son. "How are we going to get at what we don't know is coming?"
Bruce Willis sold his $27 million Turks and Caicos estate with 12 bedrooms and 14 baths; deal became the island’s second-highest residential sale
Bruce Willis and Emma Heming-Willis have successfully sold their stunning Turks and Caicos estate for an impressive $27 million. Initially listed at $33 million in 2019, the couple negotiated the final sale price. This secluded compound features three homes, equipped with luxurious amenities perfect for family retreats. The property’s prime location has attracted heavy interest, marking it as one of the highest residential sales in the region's history.
Meta misled consumers in case over Cambridge Analytica scandal, New Mexico jury says
The verdict followed a two-week trial over a lawsuit filed by New Mexico's attorney general in 2021, three years after news reports revealed that personal data from as many as 87 million Facebook users had been harvested through a third-party app and used in efforts to profile voters.
IRDAI proposal hits insurance stocks; FSSAI vs ecomm giants
The insurance regulator has proposed new limits on commissions as part of a wider overhaul. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
ETtech Explainer: Decoding EU’s move to dismantle addictive technology for children
The proposed KIDS Act would set different access rules by age, bring AI companions and conversational chatbots under the bloc’s child-safety framework and require platforms to build safeguards into their services. The proposal comes as governments in several countries consider tighter restrictions on children’s access to social media and other online services.
Canada man spent 32 years searching for answers. When his daughter developed similar symptoms, one Google search changed everything
A man in Canada may never have discovered he had a rare disease for 32 years had he not used the Google to search about it. After nearly 200 doctpr visits and when his daughter also started showing similar symptoms, Ian Stedman spent hours looking through thousands of images and finally found the disease he had been battling.
EU chief to unveil social media, gaming curbs for under-15s
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen will on Wednesday unveil long-awaited plans to protect children from online harm by curbing access to social media, video-sharing platforms, games and AI chatbots for under-15s. Von der Leyen will use her annual keynote speech to the European Parliament to outline new EU legislation, which according to a draft document will set strict limits on access to social media, AI chatbots and online gaming for under-15s.
Uploaded your photos for 1980s AI photo trend? Here's what happens to images sent to ChatGPT, Gemini
As millions join the viral 1980s AI photo trend by uploading selfies to ChatGPT and Gemini, a cybersecurity expert cited by Wired explains what actually happens to those photos after they are sent, how long companies store them, and why deleting a chat does not always mean the image is gone.
Psychology says people who prefer joint families may value belonging more than independence
For some people, living in a joint family may offer psychological benefits that they value more than the independence of having a separate home. A stronger sense of connection, shared responsibilities and the availability of emotional support can make communal living feel more fulfilling and secure.
EU faces revolt over social media ban for children
The European Union is poised for a big reveal of its plans to keep minors safe online -- but proposals to restrict their social media access and force age checks have drawn fire from children's rights groups and privacy defenders alike. children's rights groups fear that social media limits will infringe on minors' freedoms, while digital rights groups raise concerns over age verification.
Explained | Settlement requires Meta to check young users' ages: How will that work?
Here is a look at what Meta said it will do to ensure that users are as old as they say they are, and some of the legal issues that could complicate age checks.
Meta shares hit 5% intraday high after $16.68 billion settlement over alleged harm to young users
Meta shares hit a 4.96% intraday high after the company agreed to pay up to $16.68 billion to settle claims that Facebook and Instagram harmed young users. The settlement covers claims by 29 US states and requires Meta to introduce usage limits and stronger safeguards for children on its platforms.
Meta reaches $16.68 billion settlement over social media harms to children
The deal was reached during a California federal court trial over claims brought by 29 states, averting one of the highest-profile tests yet of allegations that social media companies harmed young users. Just days before jury selection began on August 12, a federal appeals court declined to halt the trial.
Brazil fines TikTok $30 million in 'powerful signal' over child safety
Brazil's data protection agency on Tuesday fined TikTok nearly $30 million for failing to implement child safety measures in what it said was a "powerful signal" to social media companies. He said the fine of 153.7 million reais ($29.9 million) was a "powerful signal to other platforms regarding how seriously the ANPD takes this work" and that the agency hoped they "get the message".
Meta, US states have discussed settling teen social media harm case
The report comes during a federal court trial in California over claims brought by 29 states, in what is one of the highest-profile tests of allegations that social media companies have harmed young users. Just days before jury selection began on August 12, a federal appeals court declined to halt the trial.
TikTok agrees to $400 million US children's privacy settlement
The Justice Department sued TikTok and ByteDance in 2024 for allegedly failing to protect children's privacy, and illegally collecting their information.
Whatsapp tests age verification in India ahead of DPDP act
WhatsApp is testing privacy-protective age verification methods for Indian users. This initiative aims to comply with the upcoming Digital Personal Data Protection Act. The company assures users that age information will remain private and not shared. This optional test does not alter the current WhatsApp user experience. The Digital Personal Data Protection Act comes into full force on May 13, 2027.
FTC's Holyoak concerned AI collecting children's data
The former Utah solicitor general gave the example of kids using AI services in the way older generations looked to a Magic 8 Ball fortune-telling toy, asking, "should I go to the dance? Who is collecting that? Who has that information? Where is that information going?" Holyoak said during a speech at an American Bar Association antitrust meeting in Washington.
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