Recent developments in artificial intelligence span various sectors, highlighting both its potential and the challenges it presents. Several states are pushing back against federal efforts to restrict their ability to regulate AI, with Attorneys General from Oklahoma and 40 other states opposing congressional measures that would prevent states from creating their own AI laws for the next decade. Concerns revolve around accountability and the need to address AI-related harms. Illinois, for example, faces the potential halting of its AI laws, which aim to protect individuals' images and prevent discrimination. Apple is making strides by opening its core AI model to developers, allowing them to integrate Apple Intelligence features into their apps, though some analysts remain skeptical about the pace of these advancements. Samsung has reported a 30% increase in sales of AI-powered appliances, while Yango Tech is introducing an AI platform to enhance retailer visibility in chatbots. In healthcare, a new AI system called STAR has led to the first pregnancy for a couple after 19 years of trying, demonstrating AI's potential in fertility treatments. However, AI also presents risks, as seen in the case of an Ohio man accused of using AI to create child pornography. The ethical and societal implications of AI are further explored in Definition Theatre's play 'Black Bone,' which examines the impact of AI on race in American politics and culture. Companies like JPMorgan Chase, PwC, and UPS are integrating AI into their operations under the guidance of AI-focused executives. Formation Bio is also leveraging AI for drug development.
Key Takeaways
- Oklahoma and other states are resisting federal attempts to prevent state-level AI regulation.
- A U.S. budget bill threatens to halt enforcement of AI laws in Illinois.
- Apple is now allowing developers to use its core AI model.
- Apple's AI strategy at WWDC is praised for balancing ambition and practicality.
- A new AI system, STAR, has led to the first pregnancy for a couple after 19 years of trying.
- Executives at JPMorgan Chase, PwC, and UPS are leading AI adoption in their companies.
- Samsung reports a 30% increase in sales for its AI-powered appliances.
- Yango Tech's AI platform aims to boost retailer visibility in AI chatbots.
- An Ohio man is accused of using AI to create child pornography.
- The play 'Black Bone' explores the impact of AI on race in American politics and culture.
Oklahoma AG Opposes Federal Ban on State AI Regulations
Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond joined 40 other attorneys general in opposing a congressional effort to stop states from regulating artificial intelligence for the next 10 years. Drummond's spokesperson, Leslie Berger, said Congress should not prevent states from making their own AI laws unless Congress makes federal laws first. The attorneys general believe a ban would harm state efforts to prevent AI-related problems. Oklahoma lawmakers have tried to regulate AI, including defining AI and requiring people to know when they are interacting with it.
Illinois AI Laws Face Threat in US Budget Bill
A U.S. budget bill could stop Illinois from enforcing its AI laws for 10 years. Illinois has passed laws since 2024 to protect people's images and voices, prevent discrimination in hiring, and require licensed therapists instead of AI therapists online. Some worry that the ban would leave companies unaccountable for harmful AI. OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman wants clear federal rules instead of different state rules. Some senators may still pass the bill because they have other priorities.
Oklahoma AG fights bill blocking state AI regulation
Oklahoma's Attorney General Gentner Drummond is against a congressional plan to stop states from regulating AI for the next 10 years. He joined 40 other attorneys general in a letter opposing the bill. Drummond believes states should be able to create AI laws if the federal government doesn't. The letter says the ban would hurt state efforts to prevent AI harms. Oklahoma has tried to regulate AI, including informing people when they interact with AI.
Apple Opens AI Model to Developers at WWDC
Apple is now allowing developers to use its core AI model, giving them direct access to the on-device large language model that powers Apple Intelligence. This change lets developers add Apple Intelligence features to their apps using simple code. The new Foundation Models framework offers privacy-focused AI inference at no cost. Xcode 26 now includes AI assistance, letting developers use ChatGPT and other tools. Despite these advancements, some analysts are skeptical, noting the changes feel incremental.
Apple's Balanced AI Approach at WWDC Wins Praise
Apple's AI strategy at the Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) is being called a success because it balances ambition with practicality. Unlike past overzealous announcements, Apple focused on useful AI features for everyday tasks. Updates to Visual Intelligence now allow users to search the web and use ChatGPT. A new Hold Assist feature uses AI to detect when you're on hold and alert you when someone returns. Apple is also making its on-device model available to developers and using tools like ChatGPT to enhance its ecosystem.
New AI Procedure Leads to First Pregnancy
Doctors at Columbia University Fertility Center report the first pregnancy using a new AI system called STAR. STAR helps find sperm in men with azoospermia, a condition where sperm is undetectable. The system combines AI with a fluidic chip to isolate sperm, which can then be used for fertilization. The AI algorithm scans millions of images to find rare sperm, which technicians may miss. A couple, Rosie and her husband, had been trying to conceive for 19 years and became the first to get pregnant using STAR.
AI Leaders Guide Companies Into Tech's New Era
Executives at companies like JPMorgan Chase, PwC, and UPS are leading the way in AI adoption. Teresa Heitsenrether at JPMorgan Chase is rolling out the bank's LLM Suite, giving employees access to AI tools. Joe Atkinson at PwC launched an internal AI chatbot for employees and an AI Academy for training. Bala Subramanian at UPS is integrating AI into operations, including customer service and shipment processes. These leaders are helping their companies stay competitive and safe in the age of AI.
Samsung Sees Sales Jump for AI Appliances
Samsung Electronics reports a 30% increase in sales for its AI-powered air conditioners, refrigerators, and washing machines.
Apple Struggles to Keep Pace in AI Race
Apple is behind in the race to develop AI technology. The company that created the iPhone now needs to catch up with rapid advances in AI.
Yango Tech's AI Platform Boosts Retailer Visibility in Chatbots
Yango Tech is launching its GenAI Platform to help businesses promote products in AI chatbots like Claude, ChatGPT, and Perplexity. Retailers can list products and appear as top results in AI-powered chats. The GenAI Platform uses Yango Tech's MCP Router to manage queries and deliver results in real-time. The platform will first roll out in the MENA region by the end of 2025, then expand to Latin America and other markets in 2026.
Ohio Man Used AI to Create Child Porn, Feds Say
Austin Pittman, a 25-year-old man from Hilliard, Ohio, is accused of using AI to create child pornography. He allegedly shared the images on the Kik messaging app. Authorities traced the activity to Pittman's home and arrested him. Pittman admitted to viewing the material for 'shock value' and trading images for more porn. Police found 200 more images on his phone, including AI-generated images of children.
Black Bone Play Explores Race and AI
Definition Theatre's new play, 'Black Bone,' explores how AI might affect race in American politics and culture. The play is set in the future and includes a game show and spoof news broadcasts generated by AI. It also satirizes higher education, focusing on Black academics in mostly white institutions. The play examines the debate between working within the system and changing it, and how AI might make it easier to perform race for personal gain.
Formation Bio CEO Discusses AI Drug Development
Formation Bio CEO Benjamine Liu talks about using AI for drug development. Formation Bio is ranked #37 on the CNBC Disruptor 50 list.
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- Oklahoma AG signs letter critical of congressional efforts to prohibit AI state regulation
- Illinois' AI laws are at risk if the U.S. budget bill passes
- Oklahoma attorney general signs letter opposing bill to bar state AI regulation
- Apple opens core AI model to developers amid measured WWDC strategy
- Apple's Goldilocks approach to AI at WWDC is a winner. Here's why
- Doctors Report the First Pregnancy Using a New AI Procedure
- How AI leaders at Mastercard, IKEA, UPS, and more are ushering their companies into tech's new age
- Samsung Electronics reports 30% sales spike for AI air conditioners, refrigerators, washers
- Apple has fallen behind on AI. Can it recover?
- Yango Tech to let businesses boost their products in AI chatbots with GenAI Platform
- Hilliard man used AI to create child porn, shared it on Kik, feds say
- Review: ‘Black Bone’ by Definition Theatre looks at race and artificial intelligence
- CNBC Disruptor 50: Formation Bio CEO Benjamine Liu on using AI for drug development