Conspiracy theorists are using AI chatbots not only to convince themselves of their harebrained beliefs, but to recruit other users on social media. As independent Australian news site Crikey reports, conspiracy theorists are having extensive conversations with AI chatbots to “prove” their beliefs. Then, they post the transcripts and videos on social media as “proof”… Continue reading Conspiracy Theorists Are Creating Special AIs to Agree With Their Bizarre Delusions
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Elon Musk Concerned That Reality Has Infiltrated His “Grok” AI
Elon Musk is once again fuming against his own AI model, Grok, because he doesn’t like that its answers don’t line up with his personal politics. When a user on X, Musk’s social media platform, suggested that Grok has been “manipulated by leftist indoctrination,” the world’s richest man wholeheartedly agreed without even a hint of… Continue reading Elon Musk Concerned That Reality Has Infiltrated His “Grok” AI
Cursed New Dating App Matches You Based on the Most Deranged Thing We Can Imagine
A newly-developed dating app matches potential lovers based on their entire internet browsing histories — and we’re not quite sure how we feel about it. As Wired reports, the new service is straightforwardly-named “Browser Dating,” and is the brainchild of Belgian artiste provocateur Dries Depoorter. After years creating one-off projects like “Shirt,” a top that… Continue reading Cursed New Dating App Matches You Based on the Most Deranged Thing We Can Imagine
Applebee’s and IHOP have plans for AI
The two eateries could soon use an AI-powered system to recommend or upsell menu items. The two eateries could soon use an AI-powered system to recommend or upsell menu items. Emma Roth is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and… Continue reading Applebee’s and IHOP have plans for AI
VanMoof is back with a new custom e-bike and rebooted repair network
Dutch e-bike startup VanMoof is back two years after bankruptcy with its first model designed under new leadership. And despite past criticism that VanMoof’s over-reliance on custom parts led to the company’s downfall, the S6 sticks to the brand’s signature bespoke design. Today, VanMoof is betting that higher-quality custom parts, alongside a more robust servicing… Continue reading VanMoof is back with a new custom e-bike and rebooted repair network
Tesla partners with Electrify Expo to launch full-weekend EV test drives
Electrify Expo, which has spent the last five years putting on festivals across the U.S. to educate people about electric vehicles, is launching a demo experience where people can take an EV home for a weekend. The first company to partner up is Tesla, and Electrify Expo CEO BJ Birtwell says more brands will come… Continue reading Tesla partners with Electrify Expo to launch full-weekend EV test drives
Tesla’s first robotaxi rides will have a ‘safety monitor’ in the passenger seat
Elon Musk previously said Tesla’s robotaxi service would have ‘no one in the car.’ Elon Musk previously said Tesla’s robotaxi service would have ‘no one in the car.’ Emma Roth is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at… Continue reading Tesla’s first robotaxi rides will have a ‘safety monitor’ in the passenger seat
You sound like ChatGPT
AI isn’t just impacting how we write — it’s changing how we speak and interact with others. And there’s only more to come. AI isn’t just impacting how we write — it’s changing how we speak and interact with others. And there’s only more to come. Join any Zoom call, walk into any lecture hall,… Continue reading You sound like ChatGPT
How Texas’ hands-off approach to autonomous vehicles gave Tesla an opening
An industry-favored 2017 law made Texas a hotbed for AV investment, but critics say safeguards are needed as driverless cars fill public roads. An industry-favored 2017 law made Texas a hotbed for AV investment, but critics say safeguards are needed as driverless cars fill public roads. Last week, a Tesla Model Y with the word… Continue reading How Texas’ hands-off approach to autonomous vehicles gave Tesla an opening
FInally, a robot mower that effortlessly cuts grass for me – no boundary wire required
ZDNET’s key takeaways The Eufy E15 Robot Mower for yards up to 0.2 acres is available for $1,800, while the Eufy E18 covers up to 0.3 acres and costs $2,000 This robot mower uses visual recognition, AI algorithms, and 3D sensors to distinguish the boundaries of a lawn and avoid obstacles in real time While… Continue reading FInally, a robot mower that effortlessly cuts grass for me – no boundary wire required