U.S. Supreme Court Declines AI Copyright Case, Upholding Human Authorship Requirement
The Supreme Court denied certiorari in Stephen Thaler's case challenging copyright denial for an AI-generated image, affirming lower court decisions that require human authorship for protection. This leaves the legal status of pure AI works unresolved at the highest level but reinforces current restrictions.
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Massive AI Deals Drive $189B Startup Funding Record In February 2026
Global VC funding surged to a record $189 billion in February, propelled by blockbuster AI investments in labs like OpenAI and Anthropic amid booming demand. The frenzy contrasts with slumping public software stocks.
Scientists Create Pocket-Sized AI Vision Model Using Monkey Neuron Data
Researchers compressed a 60M-parameter visual AI model to 10k parameters mimicking macaque V4 neurons, retaining performance for edge devices.
Infosys and Intel deepen strategic collaboration for enterprise AI
Infosys and Intel expanded their partnership to accelerate AI adoption in enterprises globally, unlocking value through advanced AI solutions.
Huawei releases 115 industrial intelligence showcases at MWC
Huawei unveiled 115 AI-driven industrial cases with global partners at MWC Barcelona 2026, focusing on intelligent transformation across sectors.
UMEVO launches Note Plus, ChatGPT-powered AI notetaker
UMEVO released Note Plus with mind maps, custom summaries, and unlimited AI transcription using advanced models.
Big Google Home update lets Gemini describe live camera feeds
Google's latest Home app update introduces Live Search, where Gemini analyzes real-time camera feeds to describe events like package deliveries or driveway activity. It also boosts model quality for sharper answers and better smart home context awareness.
FDA grants breakthrough designation to RecovryAI generative chatbot
In first for clinical AI, FDA signals regulatory path with breakthrough status for RecovryAI, accelerating reviews for AI diagnostics and treatments.
Dyna.Ai Raises Eight-Figure Series A for Agentic AI in Fintech
Agentic AI startup Dyna.Ai landed a multimillion-dollar Series A to scale autonomous AI agents for financial services. The funding accelerates deployment amid rising demand for intelligent automation.
Multiverse Computing launches CompactifAI for offline edge AI
New app compresses AI models for on-device use without cloud, targeting smartphones and IoT with quantum-inspired efficiency.
Searcherries releases AI Search Statistics Report: 59% say AI reduces traditional search
New report reveals nearly 60% of users believe AI search tools will replace or reduce reliance on conventional search engines.
Georgia lawmakers advance bills to regulate AI and algorithms
State Senate passes measure targeting AI transparency; House considers algorithmic accountability amid concerns over bias and deepfakes.
Nexi Group and Google Cloud ink MoU for agentic commerce in Europe
Paytech giant Nexi partners with Google Cloud to build autonomous AI agents transforming payments and e-commerce across Europe.
Huawei Proposes AI-Centric All-Optical Network at MWC 2026
Huawei unveiled vision and products for AI-optimized optical networks to boost bandwidth and reliability for AI services.
Claude outage disrupts thousands as login errors spike
Anthropic's Claude hits second outage in 24h, affecting web/app but sparing API amid surging demand.
Meta patents AI model to keep deceased users' profiles 'alive'
Meta has patented an AI system that generates posts and comments mimicking dead users' past behavior to maintain their online presence. The tech analyzes psychology and grief dynamics for realistic interactions.
Perplexity accuses News Corp of trying to 'entrap' its AI chatbot for copyright lawsuit
Perplexity claims Dow Jones and New York Post conducted a 'fishing expedition' by prompting its AI to reproduce paywalled content to build a copyright infringement case.
Legal tech's hidden mobile-AI gap stalls genAI adoption
GenAI excels on desktops but mobile limitations hinder lawyers' on-the-go workflows, per Harvey exec.
Meta rolls out AI shopping tool to US testers
Meta is testing an AI-powered shopping assistant in the US, rivaling features in ChatGPT and Gemini, to enhance e-commerce discovery via natural language.
Senhwa Biosciences partners with AI biotech CellType on immunotherapy evolution
Senhwa signed a strategic MOU with Y Combinator-backed CellType to leverage AI in advancing CX-4945 into next-gen immunotherapy.
Peter Thiel sells $290M in PLTR stock as Palantir surges nearly 6% on AI-driven rally
Palantir co-founder Peter Thiel filed to offload up to 2M shares worth ~$290M amid a stock surge tied to its AI platforms' role in recent US-Israel military ops.
Sabre unveils AI-native Mosaic platform in once-in-a-generation rebuild
Travel tech firm Sabre launched its AI-first unified cloud platform Mosaic at ITB Berlin, aiming to transform the industry with advanced AI capabilities.
Databricks Opens 13000 SQM Amsterdam Office to Accelerate Benelux Expansion
Databricks launches a massive new office in Amsterdam to boost data and AI growth in Europe, signaling aggressive expansion in the region.
COMPUTEX 2026 Brings the Global AI Ecosystem to Taipei
COMPUTEX 2026 announces 1,500 exhibitors and 6,000 booths focused on AI, positioning Taipei as a global AI benchmark with visitor pre-registration now open.
Scientel achieves 6 trillion parameter LLM run on supercomputer
Scientel ran a 6T parameter LLM using DeepSeek model on Ohio State OSC supercomputer, advancing large-scale AI training capabilities.
AI agents turn autonomous, security lags behind warns report
As AI shifts from assistants to actors, enterprises face new risks without robust safeguards for agentic systems.
OpenAI amends DoD deal to curb mass surveillance
OpenAI updated its Pentagon contract with explicit limits on surveillance applications following backlash and Anthropic's refusal.
HONOR Advances Its AI Vision at MWC 2026 with Robot Phone, Humanoid Robot and Magic V6
HONOR showcased its Augmented Human Intelligence ecosystem including the Robot Phone with embodied AI for natural interactions, Magic V6 foldable smartphone, and new tablets/laptops at MWC Barcelona.
HONOR Advances Its AI Vision at MWC 2026 with Robot Phone, Humanoid Robot and Magic V6
HONOR unveiled AI-powered robot phone, humanoid robot, and Magic V6 foldable at MWC, pushing boundaries in AI device ecosystem and robotics.
Giving LLMs a personality is just good engineering
AI systems like Claude and ChatGPT require human-like personalities in post-training to filter harmful outputs, enhance usefulness, and align with human values, countering skeptics' calls for tool-like presentation.
OpenAI amends Pentagon contract amid surveillance backlash
Facing criticism echoing Anthropic's concerns, OpenAI adds limits on mass surveillance to its DoD agreement.
HONOR Advances Its AI Vision at MWC 2026 with Robot Phone, Humanoid Robot and Magic V6
HONOR unveils innovative AI hardware including a robot phone, humanoid robot, and the Magic V6 chipset, pushing boundaries in mobile and robotics AI at MWC.
OpenAI amends A.I. deal with the Pentagon amid surveillance concerns
OpenAI updated its Pentagon contract with added protections against mass surveillance use, responding to backlash and ethical worries post-Anthropic fallout.
OpenAI amends Pentagon contract amid backlash over surveillance concerns
Sam Altman admits the OpenAI-DoD deal was rushed and adds explicit limits on mass surveillance use, following Anthropic's refusal and public outcry.
Anthropic makes switching from competitors easier with new transfer memory tool
Claude now imports preferences and context from rival AIs, updating memory automatically to pick up where users left off.
Huawei Launches Next-Generation Voice Virtual Agents for AICC
At MWC 2026, Huawei unveils hyper-human voice AI for contact centers, advancing conversational tech.
Nvidia Pours $4B Into Photonics To Scale AI Data Centers
Nvidia announced $4B investments ($2B each) in Lumentum and Coherent for advanced laser optics and silicon photonics to enable gigawatt-scale AI factories and next-gen infrastructure.
Canadian AI powerhouse Cohere rumored to eye public listing soon
Cohere is spotlighted as a leading AI contender alongside OpenAI and Anthropic, with speculation building around a potential IPO amid the booming AI sector.
Lee Sedol returns 10 years after AlphaGo defeat to demo 'agentic AI' with Enhans
Go legend Lee Sedol partners with agentic AI startup Enhans for a global campaign showcasing AI as creative partner. Event features Sedol building a game via AI collaboration. Highlights evolution from AlphaGo rivalry to symbiotic human-AI creation.
Palantir Stock Surges 11% in a Week on Defense Demand
PLTR rises amid Middle East tensions, as investors bet on its AI platforms for military intelligence and targeting.
Auto Agentic launches coordinated intelligence platform for automotive dealerships
New AI systems company debuts agentic platform for OEMs and dealers, integrating proprietary intelligence for sales and operations. First coordinated system tailored to auto industry.
Vietnam implements sweeping AI law, first in southeast Asia
Vietnam's comprehensive Artificial Intelligence Law took effect, establishing the region's pioneering regulatory framework for AI development, deployment, and oversight.
Musk, xAI tout newest Grok update as only 'non-woke' platform
xAI's Grok 4.20 beta is promoted for unfiltered, truth-seeking responses on controversial topics, contrasting with 'equivocating' rivals like ChatGPT and Claude. Musk highlights its reduced bias in tests on politics and culture.
S. Korea, Singapore agree to deepen AI partnership
South Korea and Singapore signed agreements to enhance AI collaboration, focusing on talent exchange, joint R&D, and standards development amid global AI race.
ChatGPT uninstalls surged by 295% after DoD deal
Uninstalls of ChatGPT's app spiked 295% day-over-day after OpenAI's Pentagon deal news, with 1-star reviews up 775%, while Claude downloads rose 37-51%. This reflects consumer backlash to military ties, accelerating the switch to Anthropic's AI.
Artificial Intelligence Takes Over Mobile World Congress 2026
AI robotics, smart devices, and humanoids dominate MWC Barcelona, signaling AI's grip on consumer tech.
Proposed State AI Law Update: March 2, 2026
Update on US state AI legislation, including Florida's AI Bill of Rights advancing in Senate amid debates on consumer protections and deepfakes.
Cursor revenue doubles on corporate AI coding demand
Cursor's ARR hit $2B annualized in Feb, doubling quarterly on enterprise adoption of its AI-powered code editor.
Anthropic Adds Free Memory Feature and Import Tool to Claude
Claude now offers memory to free users and easy import from rivals like ChatGPT and Gemini, aiming to boost retention amid app store dominance.
No one has a good plan for how AI companies should work with the government
Amid OpenAI and Anthropic's DoD controversies, experts say there's no clear framework for AI firms navigating military contracts and ethical red lines.
When clients use AI: SDNY Court signals boundaries of privilege and work product protection
A US court ruled on limits to attorney-client privilege when using AI tools, clarifying protections amid rising generative AI adoption in legal work.
MyFitnessPal Acquires Viral AI Calorie App Cal AI
MyFitnessPal bought teen-built Cal AI, which hit 15M downloads and $30M revenue with AI calorie tracking.
Figma Partners With Claude on Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Figma launched 'Code to Canvas' integrating Anthropic's Claude to convert AI-generated code into editable designs. This partnership boosts designer productivity amid Figma's 40% revenue growth.
Artificial Intelligence Makes X-Ray Spectroscopy Five Times Faster
New AI tool accelerates X-ray analysis, reducing human error and boosting speed for material science research.
Inception Labs launches Mercury 2, diffusion-based LLM 10x faster than Claude
Mercury 2 uses a novel diffusion architecture instead of autoregressive, claiming superior speed and efficiency for AI generation tasks.
CEOs See AI as Biggest Business Risk, Surpassing Geopolitics
For the first time, executives rank AI risks above geopolitical tensions, cyber threats, and tariffs.
Upcoming deprecation of Gemini 3 Pro and GPT-5.1 models
GitHub announces deprecation of older Google and OpenAI models across platforms next month to streamline developer access.
Huawei unveils latest SuperPoD for AI infrastructure
Huawei launched SuperPoD at MWC, offering scalable AI infrastructure options globally.
Stripe wants to turn your AI costs into a profit center
Stripe previewed a tool allowing AI companies to track, pass through, and monetize underlying model inference fees directly to users.
AI supported US targeting in Iran strikes, expert says
Anthropic’s Claude AI aided intelligence analysis and targeting in recent US Operation Epic Fury against Iran, per Axios reporter.
Stock Market Today, March 2: Palantir Technologies Jumps After Strong Q4 and AI Defense Demand
Palantir shares rose 5.87% amid surging AI-driven defense demand, blockbuster Q4 growth, and a major DHS contract.
AWS expands OpenAI partnership with $100B commitment over 8 years
Amazon ups investment in OpenAI to $50B initially, co-developing agentic AI on Bedrock and securing Trainium compute for frontier models.
Anthropic's Claude tops U.S. App Store charts amid OpenAI backlash
Claude surpasses ChatGPT in downloads as users shift post-DoD controversy; Gemini trails.
Nvidia invests $4B in photonics leaders Lumentum and Coherent for AI scaling
Nvidia announced $2 billion investments in each company plus multibillion purchase commitments to accelerate optics tech critical for next-gen AI datacenters. Shares of Lumentum and Coherent surged over 10% on the news.
Palantir leads mega-cap stock gainers with +5.95% surge on AI momentum
Palantir Technologies topped market cap movers on Monday, rising amid strong demand for its AI platforms in defense and enterprise sectors.
3 Profitable AI Stocks to Buy in March 2026: NVDA, MU, VRT
Analysts highlight NVIDIA, Micron, and Vertiv as top picks for profitable AI investments, driven by datacenter and chip demand surges.
Why enterprise AI agents could become the ultimate insider threat
Gartner warns that AI agents in 40% of enterprise apps by 2026 pose severe insider risks due to autonomy and access privileges.
Chrome Gemini Vulnerability Lets Attackers Access Victims' Camera and Microphone Remotely
High-severity CVE in Chrome's Gemini AI allows zero-click camera/mic access and file theft via declarativeNetRequest API abuse.
Users are ditching ChatGPT for Claude — here's how to make the switch
Surge in Claude adoption follows OpenAI's Pentagon deal after Anthropic's refusal, with record signups and app rankings. Guide covers exporting ChatGPT data and importing to Claude.
Eli Lilly CEO: AI 'Not Particularly Good' at Solving Biology or Chemistry
Lilly's David Ricks tempers hype around AI curing cancer, saying models struggle with complex scientific problems without better data.
Cursor Surpasses $2B Annualized Revenue Run Rate
AI coding assistant Cursor has hit $2B ARR, doubling in three months, with 60% from enterprise amid competition from Claude Code and others.
DeepSeek gears up for V4 launch ahead of China's Two Sessions
The Chinese lab is set to unveil its latest multimodal model next week, focusing on reasoning and engineering amid intensifying global competition.
Deepen AI launches to bridge robot vision and action gap
New startup Deepen AI aims to integrate perception and manipulation for real-world robotics, addressing a key bottleneck in autonomous systems.
AI search tools create legal recommendation monopolies
AI systems increasingly funnel users to single law firms, widening competitive gaps in legal tech.
Huawei launches AI Data Platform to bridge models and business value
New AIDP with OceanStor storage enables seamless AI model deployment for enterprises.
Fei-Fei Li's World Labs raises $1B for spatial intelligence AI
The 'Godmother of AI' secured massive funding to push AI into 3D world understanding, emphasizing human-centric development amid her USA Today Women of the Year recognition.
Anthropic upgrades Claude’s memory to attract AI switchers
Anthropic rolled out Claude's memory feature to free users and added a simple import tool for transferring context from ChatGPT or Gemini via copy-paste prompts. This lowers switching barriers amid Claude's surging popularity post-Outage and app store dominance.
AI finally cracks mysterious 2,000-year-old Roman board game
Researchers used AI to solve Ludus Latrunculorum, a game baffling experts for centuries, revealing strategies in the ancient Roman pastime.
Block Lays Off Over 4,000 Workers Citing AI Efficiency Gains
Fintech giant Block cuts nearly 40% of staff, claiming AI tools enable smaller teams to outperform larger ones.
Tech workers urge DOD, Congress to withdraw Anthropic label as a supply chain risk
Hundreds of tech workers signed an open letter calling on the Department of Defense to reverse its designation of Anthropic as a national security risk after the AI firm's refusal to grant full military access.
Introducing Together AI's new look
Together AI rebrands as AI Native Cloud, emphasizing infrastructure for open AI builders with new tools and backend services.
Nvidia pours $4B into photonics for AI scaling
Investments in Coherent and Lumentum target next-gen optics to fuel datacenter growth.
NVIDIA Announces Strategic Partnership With Lumentum to Develop State-of-the-Art Optics Technology
Nvidia commits another $2B to Lumentum for cutting-edge optics critical to future AI processors and networking.
DeepSeek to release long-awaited V4 multimodal AI model this week
Chinese startup DeepSeek plans to launch its flagship V4 model, capable of generating images, video, and text, challenging U.S. leaders like ChatGPT. It partners with Huawei instead of Nvidia. Amid U.S. rivals' copying allegations.
State Department switches to OpenAI as US agencies phase out Anthropic
US agencies begin replacing Anthropic's Claude with OpenAI tools after the Pentagon labeled it a supply chain risk over ethics disputes.
Hacktivists claim to have hacked Homeland Security to release ICE contract data
Group 'Department of Peace' leaked DHS/ICE contracts with 6,000+ firms including Palantir, Microsoft, revealing massive spending on surveillance and AI services.
DeepSeek set to release long-awaited flagship AI model this week
Chinese AI lab DeepSeek plans to drop its first major model in over a year, challenging ChatGPT and Gemini with advanced capabilities amid US rivalry.
Experts to examine the use of generative AI in science
Cornell hosts a symposium March 3-5 featuring academics and industry leaders to assess generative AI's impact on scientific research and discovery.
DeepSeek to release long-awaited flagship AI model this week to challenge ChatGPT
China's DeepSeek AI plans to launch its first major model in over a year, positioning it as a direct competitor to U.S. leaders like OpenAI's ChatGPT in the global AI race.
Less Hype, More Help: AI That Improves Safety, Productivity, and Care
US Senate Commerce Committee hearing examines AI's potential to enhance quality of life without hype, focusing on safety and productivity.
Huawei Launches Enhanced AI-Centric Network Solutions for All Intelligence at MWC 2026
Huawei unveiled new AI-centric network solutions at MWC Barcelona, focusing on intelligence across scenarios to boost telco efficiency and AI integration.
Snowflake Q4 FY 2026 Results Highlight AI-Led Consumption and Platform Expansion
Snowflake delivered strong Q4 earnings fueled by surging AI workloads and data platform growth, signaling robust demand for AI infrastructure.
14.ai replaces customer support teams at startups with AI agents
Married founders' 14.ai automates customer support workflows using AI, targeting AI engineers for rapid deployment.
Apple upgrades iPad Air with M4 chip for AI workloads, starts at $599
Apple refreshes iPad Air with more powerful M4 and extra memory optimized for AI use cases.
US Supreme Court declines to hear dispute over copyrights for AI-generated material
The Supreme Court rejected a case on whether AI-generated art qualifies for copyright protection, leaving lower court rulings intact that require human authorship.
AI reshapes infrastructure economics and accounting
Shift to owned AI infra alters capex/opex models and financial reporting for hyperscalers.
Florida Senate unanimously approves bill to regulate AI data centers
DeSantis-backed legislation bans secret AI data center expansions, requires companies to cover utility costs, and preserves local land authority to protect ratepayers.
New app detects nearby smart glasses to combat hidden surveillance
A hobbyist app uses Bluetooth to alert users if Meta Ray-Bans or Snap Spectacles are recording nearby, amid rising privacy fears.
Apple introduces M4-powered iPad Air with enhanced AI
New iPad Air features faster Neural Engine and more memory for on-device AI like photo search and note-taking intelligence.
I checked out one of the biggest anti-AI protests ever
Hundreds marched in London's tech hub against AI risks like job loss, killer robots, and extinction, organized by Pause AI.
AI Model Predicts Language Development in Children with Hearing Loss
Northwestern researchers developed an AI model that accurately forecasts language outcomes for kids with hearing loss, aiding early interventions.