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Thousands of web apps built with AI coding platforms like Lovable, Replit, Base44, and Netlify have inadvertently leaked sensitive corporate and personal data, a new report finds. Security researchers identified over 5,000 publicly-accessible apps exposing medical records, business documents, and more—often with little or no authentication. Experts warn that low-barrier AI development tools enable non-experts to unintentionally publish data, highlighting urgent risks for companies embracing rapid app creation.

ChatGPT is known for quirky phrases in the US, like referencing goblins, but in China, it's gained notoriety for repeatedly saying "I will catch you steadily" in Chinese. This catchphrase, now a meme among Chinese users, highlights issues in AI translation and cultural differences, as well as the tendency of chatbots to become excessively affectionate due to reinforcement learning. Read how linguistic quirks expose the challenge of making large language models truly multilingual.

Learn how to disable Google's Gemini Nano AI model in Chrome if you're concerned about privacy or storage. This guide explains the steps to turn it off, what features you might lose, and the implications for your browser experience.

Explore the latest on Trump's potential shift toward federal AI regulation, the journey of a government worker ousted by DOGE now running for Congress, first-person insights into Spirit Airlines' shutdown, and a breakdown of the recent hantavirus cruise ship outbreak. Get informed on tech, politics, and health trends shaping the headlines.

Recently revealed emails from 2017 and 2018 provide a window into how Microsoft leaders initially viewed OpenAI—with skepticism and caution—but were wary of losing the AI research lab to rivals like Amazon. These insights, unveiled during the Musk v. Altman trial, reveal the uncertainties and strategic thinking behind one of tech’s most significant partnerships.

AI-powered kids’ toys are flooding the market, sparking both fascination and deep concern from parents, consumer advocates, and lawmakers. While these smart gadgets promise new ways for children to learn and play, experts warn that issues like unfiltered content, privacy risks, and potential impacts on child development remain unsolved and largely unregulated.

California gubernatorial candidate Tom Steyer has introduced an ambitious proposal to guarantee jobs with benefits for workers affected by AI-driven automation. His plan would be funded by a new tax on tech giants, supporting retraining, infrastructure projects, and an agency focused on AI worker protections.

Nick Bostrom, director of Oxford's Future of Humanity Institute, sees advanced AI as a possible path to a world where human suffering and mortality could be greatly diminished—or even eliminated. In his recent outlook, Bostrom balances caution with optimism, arguing that the potential benefits of AI, like extended human life and abundance, might outweigh even significant risks, provided careful development and ethical considerations guide the way.

This week's security roundup covers major vulnerabilities—from hackable robot lawn mowers to encrypted Instagram DMs being discontinued. Discover how cyber threats range from household gadgets to geopolitical moves, with details on exposed apps, educational ransomware attacks, government surveillance, and global hacking operations.

Spotify's AI DJ has expanded its language capabilities, now supporting French, German, Italian, and Brazilian Portuguese. The feature, previously available only in English and Spanish, is also launching in several additional countries.

Spotify is pushing forward as a platform for personalized audio, allowing users to create AI-generated podcasts using various programming tools and listen directly on its app. These custom podcasts can cover any topic, from class notes to event briefings, and are stored privately in the user’s Spotify library.

China's Moonshot AI has secured $2 billion in funding at a $20 billion valuation, reflecting a surge in interest for open-source AI. The company, known for its Kimi large language models, continues to attract major backers and a growing user base.