AI Challenges in Game Environments
Researchers are exploring why advanced AIs struggle with certain games, particularly those requiring the intuition of mathematical functions rather than simple pattern recognition. This highlights current limitations in AI's adaptability to novel, abstract problem-solving scenarios, an important consideration for AI development and deployment.
Google Fiber's Strategic Shift
Google Fiber is set for a major restructuring, with Alphabet selling a majority stake to a private equity firm, Stonepeak. The internet service provider will merge with cable company Astound, signaling a significant shift in its operational strategy and ownership.
Critical Supply-Chain Attack Spotted
A sophisticated supply-chain attack utilizing invisible Unicode characters has been detected, targeting GitHub and other popular code repositories. This method exploits the human eye's inability to detect these characters, posing a severe risk to software integrity and requiring enhanced code review practices.
Adobe Settles Cancellation Fee Lawsuit
Adobe has agreed to pay a $75 million penalty to settle a DOJ lawsuit concerning its alleged difficult-to-cancel subscriptions and unclear early termination fees. The company also committed to providing "qualified" customers with free services, though details remain vague.
AT&T FirstNet Billing Issues Persist
Another AT&T FirstNet user has reported an exorbitant bill, nearly identical to a previous incident, with charges totaling over $6,000 for data at $2 per megabyte. This ongoing issue raises concerns about billing transparency and customer support within critical communication services.
Amazon Prime Video 4K Restrictions
Amazon Prime Video subscribers opting for the ad-supported tier will lose 4K streaming support from April 10. To retain 4K and other premium features, users will need to upgrade to the ad-free subscription, indicating a push towards higher-tier subscriptions.
Sources
- Figuring out why AIs get flummoxed by some games
- Google Fiber will be sold to private equity firm and merge with cable company
- Supply-chain attack using invisible code hits GitHub and other repositories
- Adobe settles DOJ cancellation fee lawsuit, will pay $75 million penalty
- Another AT&T FirstNet user gets shocking $6,200 bill, at $2 per megabyte
- Subscribers to Amazon Prime Video with ads lose 4K support on April 10
Sources
- Figuring out why AIs get flummoxed by some games
- Google Fiber will be sold to private equity firm and merge with cable company
- Supply-chain attack using invisible code hits GitHub and other repositories
- Adobe settles DOJ cancellation fee lawsuit, will pay $75 million penalty
- Another AT&T FirstNet user gets shocking $6,200 bill, at $2 per megabyte
- Subscribers to Amazon Prime Video with ads lose 4K support on April 10