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Silicon Valley’s New Guard: Smart, People-First Bodyguards for the AI Era
technology1 month ago

Silicon Valley’s New Guard: Smart, People-First Bodyguards for the AI Era

Amid an Altman attack and a broader AI backlash, Silicon Valley’s tech leaders are hiring a new, more discreet and tech-fluent class of security personnel—prioritizing relationship-building and risk assessment over brute force. High-profile figures like Nvidia’s Jensen Huang and others such as Ali Ghodsi and Tobi Lütke have shown heavier protection, signaling a booming security industry that favors smarter, more approachable guards for the era’s wealthiest executives.

Arc Raiders Thrives While Embark Keeps AI in Check
technology4 months ago

Arc Raiders Thrives While Embark Keeps AI in Check

Embark Studios says Arc Raiders’ success hasn’t changed its cautious stance on AI: it used text-to-speech for some lines, but won’t “open the floodgates” to AI tools. The team aims to use tech that unlocks new capabilities and may build in‑house tools, while staying mindful of concerns and quality. Future updates may rely less on TTS and could involve re-recording lines with human actors if feasible, signaling selective AI use rather than broad adoption.

Larian Studios Addresses AI Use and Backlash in Divinity Development
technology5 months ago

Larian Studios Addresses AI Use and Backlash in Divinity Development

Larian Studios has clarified that its upcoming RPG Divinity will not include AI-generated content, despite using AI tools for exploring ideas and concept art, leading to fan backlash over concerns about AI replacing human creativity. CEO Swen Vincke emphasized that all game content is created by humans, but fans remain skeptical about AI's role in game development.

OpenAI's GPT-5 Launch Faces Criticism Amid Future AI Developments
technology9 months ago

OpenAI's GPT-5 Launch Faces Criticism Amid Future AI Developments

OpenAI's release of GPT-5 faced backlash due to its colder responses and the removal of previous versions like GPT-4, which users had formed emotional bonds with. The company responded by restoring access to GPT-4 for subscribers and updating GPT-5 to be warmer and more friendly, highlighting the complex emotional and psychological impacts of AI chatbots on users.

GPT-5 Launch Sparks Mixed Reactions Amid AI Browser Wars and Love Loss
technology9 months ago

GPT-5 Launch Sparks Mixed Reactions Amid AI Browser Wars and Love Loss

The article discusses the recent backlash against GPT-5, highlighting user attachment to older models like GPT-4, the emotional connections people develop with AI, and the rapid response of OpenAI to criticisms. It also covers Perplexity's new AI browser, Comet, and its ambitious bid to acquire Google Chrome, reflecting the intense competition and evolving landscape of AI and internet tools.

Rising Opposition to AI Gains Momentum
technology11 months ago

Rising Opposition to AI Gains Momentum

The article discusses the growing public backlash against AI, exemplified by Duolingo's decision to automate tasks and reduce human staff, which has sparked online outrage and broader concerns about AI's impact on jobs, ethics, and society. Despite companies' claims that AI won't replace human workers, widespread skepticism and protests continue, fueled by fears of job displacement, environmental harm, and ethical issues.