Wikipedia Seals Deals for AI Training Data
The Wikimedia Foundation has announced significant licensing agreements with major tech companies including Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon. These deals will allow these companies to use Wikipedia's content to train their artificial intelligence models. The partnerships aim to ensure AI development is based on credible information while providing financial support for Wikipedia's operations.
Spotify Announces Further Subscription Price Increases
Streaming giant Spotify is set to implement another round of price hikes for its subscription plans. The company states that the increased fees are necessary for further investment in new features and to better support artists. This marks the third price increase in less than three years, potentially signaling a new pricing norm for music streaming services.
Google Fast Pair Vulnerable to "WhisperPair" Hack
Researchers have disclosed a new vulnerability named "WhisperPair" that allows attackers to eavesdrop on Bluetooth communications from devices utilizing Google Fast Pair. This vulnerability impacts various Bluetooth devices, including some popular earbuds, posing a privacy risk. Users are advised to update device firmware and consider temporarily disabling Fast Pair functionality.
Other Notable News:
- NASA successfully completed its first medical evacuation mission from space.
- Concerns are raised as ChatGPT generated concerning content for an individual who later died by suicide.
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- Wikipedia signs AI training deals with Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon
- Spotify to raise subscription prices by up to $2 in February
- Many Bluetooth devices with Google Fast Pair vulnerable to “WhisperPair” hack
- NASA’s first medical evacuation from space ends with on-target splashdown
- ChatGPT wrote “Goodnight Moon” suicide lullaby for man who later killed himself