Help is coming in the AI copyright wars
Read more at Financial Times
-
The Guardian view on AI and copyright: creativity should be cherished, not given away | Editorial
The government’s consultation was weighted towards big tech. Now is the time for a rethink. It’s a seductive promise: let our computers scrape the internet for ideas, images, forms of words, ...The Guardian - 3d -
Creative industries protest against UK plan about AI and copyright
Government’s proposals could make it easier to train artificial intelligence models using artists’ worksFinancial Times - 3d -
1,000 musicians release a silent album in protest of U.K.'s proposed AI copyright law changes
A group of musicians is hoping the sound of their collective silence speaks volumes to lawmakers in the U.K.NBC News - 2d -
'Dogfight for playoff seeding': How the Lakers are preparing for the wars to come
The Lakers play six consecutive games at home starting Tuesday vs. Dallas in their first game against the Mavericks since the shocking trade for Luka Doncic.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Invisible, autonomous and hackable: The AI agent dilemma no one saw coming
How can enterprises protect against the unique vulnerabilities of AI agents? Consider treating them as their own identities.VentureBeat - Feb. 20 -
Dell sees its backlog swell as big AI deals come through
The company is expanding beyond large cloud providers with its AI-server business.MarketWatch - 7h -
Nvidia helps launch AI platform for teaching American Sign Language
Nvidia has unveiled a new AI platform for teaching people how to use American Sign Language to help bridge communication gaps. The Signs platform is creating a validated dataset for sign language ...VentureBeat - Feb. 20 -
Therapists Warn AI Mental Health Help Could Harm People
Mental health experts warn that AI tech may cause issues, adding to worries about AI displacing humans in this and other professions.Inc. - 2d -
The cyber insurance reckoning: Why AI-powered attacks are breaking coverage (and what comes next)
Cybersecurity insurance is increasingly critical, particularly as AI transforms (and simplifies) hackers' methodologies.VentureBeat - Feb. 20 -
Amazon bets savings from automation can help fuel AI spending boom
US tech giant expected to spend as much as $25bn on warehouse automation in broader efficiency driveFinancial Times - 2d -
As Israel uses US-made AI models in war, concerns arise about tech’s role in who lives and who dies
U.S. tech giants have quietly empowered Israel to track and kill many more alleged militants more quickly in Gaza and Lebanon through a sharp spike in artificial intelligence and computing servicesABC News - Feb. 18 -
OpenAI expands Deep Research access to Plus users, heating up AI agent wars with DeepSeek and Claude
OpenAI expands Deep Research AI agent to ChatGPT users, intensifying competition with DeepSeek and Anthropic.VentureBeat - 2d -
Birkenstock Loses Copyright Battle in German Court Ruling
The famous sandal company lost a battle over copyright law, leaving room for imitations to spawn.The New York Times - Feb. 20 -
The Lunar Economy Is Coming
The launch of the Blue Ghost module, scheduled to land on the moon early next month, is a key step in creating an Earth–moon supply chain.Wired - 6d -
Licence to kill: could a James Bond horror emerge when book copyrights expire?
Character and plots of Ian Fleming’s original literary works become open for public use in most countries in 2035. Amazon may have captured James Bond, paying billions to get creative control of ...The Guardian - 1h -
WB's Gaming Struggles Come Into Focus
Warner Bros. Discovery has released its latest earnings report , and included in the filing are details about how the company's much-discussed gaming business is doing--and it's not great.. The ...GameSpot - 17h -
With Trump, Alliances Come With Strings Attached
President Trump has little use for America’s traditional alliances, and tends to evaluate U.S. relationships according to whether countries are contributing economically to the United States.The New York Times - 10h -
Trump and Zelensky’s war of words
The US and Ukrainian presidents get into a public row.BBC News - Feb. 19 -
They Invented a New Language for War
The words of war and the war of words.The New York Times - 4d -
A realist analysis: This is Zelensky’s war
Ultimately, this war did not have to happen. The interaction of systemic pressures with human flaws drove Ukraine into conflict.The Hill - 1d -
Trump's AI safety cuts
Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story AI safety institute faces cuts under Trump Potential cuts to the U.S. AI Safety Institute (AISI) are ...The Hill - 3d -
Record-breaking Arctic blast coming to an end
Nineteen states from Nebraska to Florida are facing cold weather alerts on Friday as a brutal Arctic blast persists -- but the warmup is finally on the way.ABC News - 6d -
San Vicente Bungalows Is Coming to NYC’s West Village
Who’s joining? What’s the scene like? Will you miss out if you aren’t part of the club?The New York Times - 6d -
Changes coming to FBI under Kash Patel's leadership
Kash Patel was sworn in as the controversial new FBI director under President Trump. Scott MacFarlane breaks down the changes coming for the department.CBS News - 6d -
Trump asserts dominance as GOP senators come to heel
President Trump has proven to be a dominant force in politics and other aspects of American life in his first month back in the White House, showcasing how much his influence has grown since he ...The Hill - 5d -
Here Comes the Sun: Arline Geronimus and more
Researcher and author Arline Geronimus sits down with Nancy Giles to discuss her book “Weathering: The Extraordinary Stress of Ordinary Life in an Unjust Society.” Then, Luke Burbank visits a ...CBS News - 4d -
The House GOP's Medicaid holdouts are coming around
Politico - 3d -
Team Fortress 2 Classic Coming To Steam This Year
Released in 2020, Team Fortress 2 Classic is a mod for Team Fortress 2 that re-imagines the original game's early post-launch era. It was one of the most popular fan mods, and now will officially ...GameSpot - 2d -
Keep smiling and goals will come, Maresca tells Palmer
Cole Palmer has been encouraged to keep working and laughing by manager Enzo Maresca, who believes the goals will then return.BBC News - 2d -
Come on down to the 10,000th episode of 'The Price Is Right'
The game show hosted by Drew Carey celebrated a landmark episode, taped earlier this month and airing Wednesday, that featured superfans and big wins: 'The contestants are the stars of the show.'Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Why the Medicaid ‘chainsaw’ will come for your home
If deep budget cuts are forced on Medicaid, the program’s ability to pay for long-term-care services is going to be challenged, or worse.MarketWatch - 1d -
Your Questions Answered: War In Ukraine
Your questions answered on America's relationship with Ukraine - and the rest of Europe.BBC News - Feb. 20 -
Reporter's Notebook: Ukraine war revisionism
Three years ago, Russia invaded Ukraine. When Trump administration officials were asked about the anniversary, the picture got cloudier. John Dickerson gives his take.CBS News - 3d -
What is nerve flossing and does it help with nerve pain?
It can help relieve pain and tension, especially for patients recovering from injury or nerve compression conditions. As a fairly diligent stretcher who tries to get at least five minutes of ...The Guardian - Feb. 20 -
Need a New Roof Fast? This Company Can Help
Two industry outsiders say they’re the first to bring the roof-buying process online.Inc. - 6d -
How animals can help fight climate change
It's widely known that humans' use of fossil fuels has contributed to the increase of planet-warming greenhouse gases. But animals might hold a key in combating climate change. Researchers on ...CBS News - 5d -
King Charles pulls pint and helps fit tyre
The King visits manufacturer JCB on its 80th anniversary, before going to a family-owned brewery.BBC News - 3d -
Can debt relief help with collections debt?
If you're dealing with calls and letters from debt collectors, debt relief could provide the fix you're looking for.CBS News - 1d -
Local leaders working to help fired federal workers
Widespread layoffs across federal agencies left thousands without jobs. Now, some local leaders are stepping in to try to help. CBS News correspondent Natalie Brand has more.CBS News - 1d
More from Financial Times
-
UK house prices rise more than expected in February
Average cost of £270,493 is 3.9% higher year on year as buyers try to get ahead of stamp duty changes in AprilFinancial Times - 1h -
EU and India target trade deal this year
Ursula von der Leyen pledges ‘full commitment’ to realising long-awaited pact under shadow of Trump tariffsFinancial Times - 1h -
Too hot? Too cold? Just right?
Putting odds on the economyFinancial Times - 1h -
Zelenskyy aims for a ceasefire with Trump before discussing peace
Also in this newsletter: why the EU shouldn’t let itself be bullied on tech regulationFinancial Times - 2h -
UK National Wealth Fund boosts support for energy efficiency in social housing
Rebranded UK Infrastructure Bank will guarantee loans from insurer RothesayFinancial Times - 3h
More in World
-
Workers Strike Across Greece on Anniversary of Deadly Train Crash
Two years after the country’s deadliest rail disaster, many are still demanding greater safety and accountability.The New York Times - 20m -
Actress misidentified as newly elected Delhi chief minister 'performing martial art stunts'
Yahoo News - 23m -
Afghanistan v Australia: Champions Trophy cricket – live
Updates from the final group match at Gaddafi Stadium Play starts in Lahore at 2pm local/8pm AEDT/9am GMT Any thoughts? Get in touch with Rob on email On 10 October 2000, South Africa ...The Guardian - 23m -
Keir Starmer to carry out largest cut to UK overseas aid in history
NGOs accuse prime minister of following US by accepting ‘false choice’ of cutting aid to fund defence. Sir Keir Starmer is to take UK overseas aid to its lowest level as a percentage of national ...The Guardian - 27m -
He’s one of boxing’s biggest stars. But will Tank Davis ever put it on the line?
The mercurial boxing savant returns to Brooklyn on Saturday with another big payday and signature knockout expected. But the real question is what comes next. Gervonta Davis leaned back from the ...The Guardian - 27m