7th October 2024

Sasha Luccioni, a researcher in computer science, has warned about the impact of the growth of generative AI on the climate. Arguing that generative AI uses "30 times more energy than a traditional search engine", Luccioni is working on creating a "certification system" for AI so that users will be able to know the energy consumption of an AI product. Source: TechExplore/AFP

The Verge highlights Meta's use of user content to train its artificial intelligence models. Facebook's privacy centre outlines how it uses public content on Facebook and Instagram "to develop and improve generative AI models for our features and experiences". Details on how to withdraw consent are available here. Source: The Verge

An artist is battling the US Copyright Office following their refusal to register their artwork, generated using Midjourney. Jason Allen is appealing that decision, asking for a judicial review and alleging that "the negative media attention surrounding the Work may have influenced the Copyright Office Examiner's perception and judgment." Source: Ars Technica

Esquire has an article on the increasing number of men turning to AI companions. Source: Esquire

Google have announced some upcoming changes to Search. Source: Techradar