Reed Hastings Just Gave $50 Million to Boost AI Safety Research, and We Should All Pay Attention

The potential downsides of AI use are alarming the Netflix CEO, as well as state lawmakers, spawning a patchwork of legislation and academic research.

Inc. - 4d

Netflix’s Reed Hastings Gives $50 Million to Bowdoin for A.I. Program

The Netflix co-founder said he wanted his alma mater to become a leader in studying the consequences, and guiding beneficial uses, of artificial intelligence.

The New York Times - 4d

Netflix’s Reed Hastings Gives $50 Million to Bowdoin for A.I. Program

The Netflix co-founder said he wanted his alma mater to become a leader in studying the consequences, and guiding beneficial uses, of artificial intelligence.

The New York Times - 4d

Netflix’s Reed Hastings Gives $50 Million to Bowdoin for A.I. Program

The Netflix co-founder said he wanted his alma mater to become a leader in studying the consequences, and guiding beneficial uses, of artificial intelligence.

The New York Times - 4d

Starbucks Just Started Doing Something So Smart Every Company Should Pay Attention

Sometimes it doesn’t take much to make a connection.

Inc. - 2d

With 2 Simple Words, Luka Doncic Just Revealed the Secret to the Lakers’ Recent Success. It’s a Lesson in Emotional Intelligence

The Los Angeles Lakers are teaching a master class in how to get the most from your team. Business leaders should pay attention.

Inc. - Mar. 7

Nous Research just launched an API that gives developers access to AI models that OpenAI and Anthropic won’t build

Nous Research's new API for "unrestricted" Hermes 3 and DeepHermes-3 AI models features toggle-on reasoning and a developer-first approach.

VentureBeat - Mar. 12

Halliday raises $20 million to build AI agents that operate safely on blockchain

Halliday secures $20 million to develop secure AI agents for blockchain, solving critical safety challenges for enterprise applications with immutable guardrails and automated workflows.

VentureBeat - Mar. 18

Weekly quiz: Which world leader gave Donald Trump a new portrait?

How much attention did you pay to what has been going on in the world over the past seven days?

BBC News - 1d

Weekly quiz: Which world leader gave Donald Trump a new portrait?

How much attention did you pay to what has been going on in the world over the past seven days?

BBC News - 1d

“It’s Just Business” Is Wrong

All business is personal—as it should be.

Inc. - Mar. 11

OpenAI Just Released Its Latest Voice AI Tech, and It’s Highly Customizable

In one example, an AI voice with the persona of a medieval knight gave driving directions to a bakery.

Inc. - Mar. 20

Former Citi CEO Sandy Weill launches new cancer research hub focused on immunotherapy

Sandy Weill on Thursday announced a new $50 million donation to create a cancer research and treatment hub focused on immunotherapy.

CNBC - 1d

McAndrew: Missouri basketball left us all wanting more, so how should we judge this year?

The hope seems to kill more often than most with Missouri basketball. After Thursday’s NCAA Tournament loss to Drake, how should we process this season?

Yahoo Sports - 6d

What travelers should know about carbon monoxide safety

As millions of Americans travel for spring break, experts suggest packing a carbon monoxide detector to avoid potential risks at your hotel or vacation rental.

CBS News - Mar. 14

Report: Panthers gave Adam Thielen a pay raise

Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen is getting a pay raise as he heads into the final year of his contract.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 13

Sources: Lions to sign CB Reed to replace Davis

The Detroit Lions have agreed to a three-year, $48 million contract with free agent cornerback D.J. Reed, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN - Mar. 11

Anthropic just gave Claude a superpower: real-time web search. Here’s why it changes everything

Anthropic launches real-time web search for Claude AI, challenging ChatGPT's dominance while securing $3.5 billion in funding at a $61.5 billion valuation.

VentureBeat - Mar. 20

Europe’s boosting defense spending. One company just lost all of its stock-market gains this year.

QinetiQ shares lost all their gains this year after a profit warning.

MarketWatch - Mar. 17

Patriots continue to boost secondary with veteran safety signing

The New England Patriots added to their secondary on Friday by signing veteran safety Marcus Epps.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14

Luxury lounges: Credit card perks 'we are all paying for'

Why credit card providers are opening lavish customer lounges in airports and cities.

BBC News - Mar. 10

Dave Pelz dies at 85: Phil Mickelson, Patrick Reed pay tribute to the legendarily innovative golf coach

Phil Mickelson and Patrick Reed offered remembrances of Dave Pelz, who revolutionized golf coaching for short-game and putting.

CBS Sports - 2d

Rand Paul: ‘When the markets tumble like this in response to tariffs, it pays to listen’

Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.), who has long been considered one of the Senate’s budget hawks, recently gave advice that when the stock market tumbles, “it pays to listen.” “The stock market is comprised ...

The Hill - Mar. 11

Researchers Propose a Better Way to Report Dangerous AI Flaws

After identifying major flaws in popular AI models, researchers are pushing for a new system to identify and report bugs.

Wired - Mar. 13

Sources: Seahawks DT Reed back on 3-year deal

Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Jarran Reed is returning to the team on a three-year deal worth up to $25 million, sources told ESPN.

ESPN - Mar. 9

What position should the Vikings target in each round?

What position should the Vikings target in each round? We break those down for all seven rounds in next month's draft.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

‘In their last days, our parents changed their will’: They left me $250,000, but gave my sister $1 million. What should I do?

“How many people maintain a relationship with their siblings after their parents died?”

MarketWatch - Mar. 19

'He's just gotta get more confident' Rueben Owens discusses QB Marcel Reed's progress

During Wednesday's press conference, Texas A&M RB Rueben Owens provided an interesting quote regarding QB Marcel Reed's progress as a passer.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Could AI help us build a more racially just society? | Sanmi Koyejo

We have an opportunity to build systems that don’t just replicate our current inequities. Will we take them?. The notion that artificial intelligence could help reduce racism might seem ...

The Guardian - Mar. 21

Will Rachel Reeves’s tough decisions pay off? Our panel on the spring statement

The chancellor boosted defence spending while piling on further welfare cuts – all set against gloomy growth forecasts Continue reading...

The Guardian - 2d

Researchers develop AI tool that could speed up coeliac disease diagnosis

Cambridge study finds algorithm is as effective as a pathologist in detecting disease – and much quicker. AI could speed up the diagnosis of coeliac disease, according to research.. Coeliac disease ...

The Guardian - 1d

Should AI be treated the same way as people are when it comes to copyright law?

Large language models don't plagiarize or reproduce; they learn patterns and relationships from vast amounts of information, just as humans do.

The Hill - 4d

Cramer explains why investors are no longer paying up for AI stocks

CNBC's Jim Cramer on Tuesday suggested that despite the fervor for AI, investors are no longer willing to pay high prices for stocks related to the technology.

CNBC - Mar. 18

NL East season preview: Can the Braves bounce back? What should we expect from Juan Soto’s first year with the Mets?

With Opening Day 2025 just around the corner, we begin our MLB division previews with a look at the National League East.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 10

Scientists Just Discovered a Quick Way to Live a Longer, Healthier Life: Why You Should Follow the 15-2-Half Rule, Starting Today

While plenty of startups are trying to crack the longevity code, research shows just 15 minutes of sleep, two minutes of exercise, and a half-serving of vegetables can make a major difference.

Inc. - Mar. 17

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