Techmeme Ride Home Wed. 02/12 – The First Big AI Legal Ruling
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Feb 12, 2025 A landmark legal ruling brings mounting concerns for AI startups as fair use defenses are challenged. Apple kicks off an extensive health study, blending tech with wellness. Meanwhile, Meta explores innovative chip acquisitions while strategizing its AI investments to cut costs significantly. The potential implications of Elon Musk's bid for OpenAI spark a debate over prioritizing profit versus ethical responsibilities. These discussions lay bare the rapidly shifting landscape of the tech and AI industries.
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AI Copyright Ruling
- Thomson Reuters won a copyright case against Ross Intelligence, an AI legal research startup.
- This ruling impacts how AI companies, especially those using generative AI, can utilize copyrighted material.
Apple Health Study
- Apple launched a health study with Brigham and Women's Hospital, gathering health metrics from iPhone users.
- The study aims to discover how technology can improve health understanding and will inform future product development.
Meta Acquires Furiosa AI
- Meta is reportedly acquiring Furiosa AI, a South Korean AI chip startup, amidst competition from other bidders.
- Furiosa AI's Renegade chip boasts 3x better performance per watt than NVIDIA's H100s, promising cost savings for Meta.