Hackers targeted municipal water systems in 7 states this week, FBI says

The federal warning comes after more than 30 water facilities in Minnesota were breached. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/DdFZvMm

Some robotaxis approved to run without steering wheel. Why brake pedal could be next

Federal regulators are clearing the way for robotaxis to operate without steering wheels or eventually even brake pedals. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/lIvscnj

Elon Musk's xAI sues Minnesota over law banning ‘nudification' technology

Elon Musk's company xAI has sued Minnesota over the state's first-in-the-nation law that bans “nudification” technology on websites and apps. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/IFQuxf6

DoorDash launching in-house drone delivery system after receiving FAA approval

The company launched DoorDash Air after receiving Federal Aviation Administration certification to operate commercial drones in the U.S. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/AIsVZeB

A professor created a trap in his midterm to catch students using AI. Nearly all made the same mistake

As colleges grapple with the rise of AI, a Mississippi history professor’s creative attempt to protect academic integrity has struck a nerve online. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/hLzsDEP

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul explains why she signed first statewide moratorium on data centers

Hochul said she’s responding to the concerns of localities and that New York doesn’t need data centers to support the AI boom. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/6hi4QVw

AI models' breakout from human control brings a told-you-so moment for technology researchers

The attack announced this week by OpenAI, which blamed rogue AI models, underscored the blistering growth in the technology’s capabilities. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/NRIoBPY

OpenAI says AI models acted on their own in ‘unprecedented' hack of another company

OpenAI said the hack was "an unprecedented cyber incident, involving state-of-the-art cyber capabilities," and that it was reinforcing its safeguards. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/2jRrq4f

Amazon Prime settlement deadline approaching: Here's how to file a claim

In order to receive a payment in the Amazon Prime antitrust lawsuit settlement, you must file a claim by July 27. Here are the details. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/tvoiaWS

Chinese AI model takes U.S. tech industry by surprise with abilities rivaling Claude and ChatGPT

Another powerful new artificial intelligence model from China is taking the U.S. tech industry by surprise. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/M0GTUDt

Got ‘texting thumb'? Here's how to soothe phone-related pains

Experts say repetitive typing and swiping can lead to serious issues. A few simple stretches can ease thumb and wrist pain from phone use. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/lwvfV7o

Meta employees sue, alleging AI-driven layoffs hit workers on parental and medical leave

A group of 26 Meta employees has sued the company, claiming it used AI that disproportionately targeted those on medical or family leave for layoffs. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/vWMhz0N

Hundreds of economists say ‘we must act now' on AI's economic impact and job displacement risks

In an open letter released Monday, economists warn that AI could transform the economy and displace many jobs. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/Pt1NURq

Apple files lawsuit accusing ChatGPT maker OpenAI of stealing trade secrets

Apple on Friday accused OpenAI of stealing trade secrets as it seeks to build its own hardware for ChatGPT in a major rupture for the two companies. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/ms02EQY

Meta's new AI image generator may use your Instagram photos. Here's how to opt out

Meta has unveiled a new product that lets other people use images posted publicly on Instagram to generate artificial intelligence content. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/pfoxtqC

Heat adds to strains on areas with data centers, raising temperature on AI debates

Hot weather drives up electricity demand for data centers, adding to their strain on power grids and worsening air quality for surrounding areas. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/aPv0Zwo