2025

Study claims OpenAI trains AI models on copyrighted data

A new study from the AI Disclosures Project has raised questions about the data OpenAI uses to train its large language models (LLMs). The research indicates the GPT-4o model from OpenAI demonstrates a “strong recognition” of paywalled and copyrighted data from O’Reilly Media books. The AI Disclosures Project, led by technologist Tim O’Reilly and economist Ilan Strauss, aims to address...

A step towards smarter, web-native AI agents

Amazon has introduced Nova Act, an advanced AI model engineered for smarter agents that can execute tasks within web browsers. While large language models popularised the concept of “agents” as tools that answer queries or retrieve information via methods such as Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), Amazon envisions something more robust. The company defines agents not just as responders but...

How debugging and data lineage techniques can protect Gen AI investments

As the adoption of AI accelerates, organisations may overlook the importance of securing their Gen AI products. Companies must validate and secure the underlying large language models (LLMs) to prevent malicious actors from exploiting these technologies. Furthermore, AI itself should be able to recognise when it is being used for criminal purposes. Enhanced observability and monitoring of model...

GITEX GLOBAL in Asia: the largest tech show in the world

23-25 April 2025 | Marina Bay Sands, Singapore GITEX ASIA 2025 will bring together 700+ tech companies, featuring 400+ startups and digital promotion agencies, and 250+ global investors & VCs from 60+ countries. The event will serve as a bridge between the Eastern and Western technology ecosystems and feature 180+ hours of expert insights from 220 global thought leaders. GITEX ASIA...

Dame Wendy Hall, AI Council: Shaping AI with ethics, diversity and innovation

Dame Wendy Hall is a pioneering force in AI and computer science. As a renowned ethical AI speaker and one of the leading voices in technology, she has dedicated her career to shaping the ethical, technical and societal dimensions of emerging technologies. She is the co-founder of the Web Science Research Initiative, an AI Council Member and was named as one of the 100 Most Powerful Women in the UK...

WAIE 2025: With four focus areas – booth reservations now open

The 6th Global Digital Economy Industry Conference 2025 & World AI Industry Exhibition (WAIE) is scheduled from July 30 to August 1 at Shenzhen (Futian) Convention and Exhibition Centre. The event presents an opportunity for manufacturers to find industry partners and collaboration opportunities, and secure domestic and international orders. The Greater Bay Area has a reputation as a place...

Anthropic provides insights into the ‘AI biology’ of Claude

Anthropic has provided a more detailed look into the complex inner workings of their advanced language model, Claude. This work aims to demystify how these sophisticated AI systems process information, learn strategies, and ultimately generate human-like text. As the researchers initially highlighted, the internal processes of these models can be remarkably opaque, with their problem-solving...

OpenAI pulls free GPT-4o image generator after one day

OpenAI has pulled its upgraded image generation feature, powered by the advanced GPT-4o reasoning model, from the free tier of ChatGPT. The decision comes just a day after the update was launched, following an unforeseen surge in users creating images in the distinctive style of renowned Japanese animation house, Studio Ghibli. The update, which promised to deliver enhanced realism in both...

Infinix NOTE 50 Series: Bringing ‘Gen Beta’ mobile AI to life

Infinix is ushering in its ‘Gen Beta’ mobile AI strategy with the Note 50 Series, promising to bring more fun and function to daily life. Infinix’s vision aims to deliver AI innovations that are not only powerful, but also fun and accessible. At the centre of this initiative is Infinix AI∞, a system designed to seamlessly integrate into everyday life and enhance creativity, productivity,...

Chinese AI innovation narrows technology divide with the US

Chinese AI innovation is reshaping the global technology landscape, challenging assumptions about Western dominance in advanced computing. Recent developments from companies like DeepSeek illustrate how quickly China has adapted to and overcome international restrictions through creative approaches to AI development. According to Lee Kai-fu, CEO of Chinese startup 01.AI and former head of Google...