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A hacker broke into John Deere and SharkNinja with an army of AI agents
A hacker successfully breached more than 100 websites using a largely autonomous army of AI agents, according to AI security firm Norforge. Among the victims were major companies including John Deere, SharkNinja, and Cummins. The incident highlights growing concerns about AI-powered cyberattacks operating at scale with minimal human oversight.
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Disney agrees to hire the majority of Character.AI's workforce
Disney has agreed to take on the vast majority of Character.AI's employees as part of a stalking horse bid acquisition process. Most employees who received job offers from Disney accepted them, though another company could still come forward with a higher competing offer. The deal marks a significant development in the consolidation of AI talent and companies.
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Anthropic says it's committing 5% of its shares to a 'public benefit fund'
Anthropic has announced it will dedicate 5% of its shares to a newly created public benefit fund, signaling a commitment to broader societal impact alongside its commercial ambitions. The move positions Anthropic as a company keen to demonstrate responsible stewardship of AI development. Details about how the fund will operate or distribute resources have not yet been fully disclosed.
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Democrats think cracking down on AI could give them an edge
With polls predicting Democrats may flip at least one chamber of Congress in the upcoming midterms, the party is weighing how to position itself on AI regulation as a potential political advantage. Tougher AI oversight could resonate with voters concerned about privacy, jobs, and safety. A Democratic majority would place committee leadership back in their hands, giving them real power to shape AI legislation.
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JB Pritzker thinks AI could help us live to 100 — or threaten us like nukes
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker shares his wide-ranging views on AI, tech, and privacy, drawing parallels between AI's existential risks and nuclear weapons while also highlighting its potential to dramatically extend human lifespans. Pritzker's perspective is part of a broader discussion about whether AI and privacy issues are driving an unexpected political realignment ahead of the midterms. He argues that policymakers must engage seriously with both the promises and dangers of the technology.
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A woman was arrested in Philly for blocking a delivery robot
Carolyn Marvin was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct after she stood in front of an Uber delivery robot and refused to move, citing concerns about robots displacing human delivery workers. The incident in Philadelphia draws attention to growing public frustration with autonomous delivery technology in urban spaces. It raises questions about the legal and social boundaries of protesting AI-driven automation.
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