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A mobile app called AngryGF simulates scenarios with an angry AI girlfriend to help users improve communication skills. The app uses a robot woman to coach men based on personal experiences. OpenAI's GPT-4 is integrated for the app's creation with the goal of enhancing communication.

Author Elisa Shupe discusses her journey in pushing the limits of AI copyright, initially facing rejection but eventually succeeding with a new perspective. The podcast dives into the challenges of copyrighting AI-generated content and the legal battle for securing copyright for AI-created novels. It explores the complexities of copyright protection in the age of AI, raising questions about authorship and the hurdles in obtaining copyright for AI-generated works.

Google employees protest against the $1.2 billion cloud contract with Israel's government, citing human rights violations. The activists demand cancellation of Project Nimbus. Additionally, Google workers protest Pentagon contract involving AI-powered drone footage analysis, expressing concerns about censorship and unethical technology applications.

Discover the exciting life of a wind turbine repair technician, from training to adapting to changing equipment designs for safety and efficiency.

Experts discuss the alarming spread of H5N1 bird flu, including cases in cattle and its potential to evolve for human transmission. They highlight the need for vigilance, improved surveillance, and advancements in vaccines. The financial challenges of compensating farmers for livestock losses and the potential of AI technologies in preventing outbreaks are also discussed.

Eric Schmidt, transparency advocates question his ties to Chinese AI companies. The podcast delves into his conflicting statements against China's AI industry while pursuing personal connections to it. Uncovered emails disclose his financial interests in Chinese tech firms specializing in AI, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest.

European Court of Human Rights rules that Switzerland failed to protect citizens from climate change, setting a precedent for future cases. Landmark decision sheds light on the link between human rights and environmental issues, with global implications for climate-related legal actions.

AI-generated content in student papers detected by Turnitin. Challenges of detecting AI-written content in academic settings. Exploring impact and considerations of AI detection software in schools.

A programmer's journey from suspicion of abstractions to deep dive into the technical stack, learning Python while managing a job, and exploring the boundless potential of Python programming at different abstraction levels.

Former TikTok employee Zen Goziker raises alarms about potential data flow to China, leading to Congressional scrutiny. Allegations of influencing Congress and dubious claims lacking evidence. Lawsuits and controversies surrounding TikTok and US government agencies explored.