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AI's legal battles and government adoption

The AI industry is facing growing legal challenges while simultaneously seeing increased adoption in government sectors. Recent developments highlight the complex interplay between AI's rapid advancement and the legal, ethical, and practical considerations that come with it.

Authors take on AI in court

A group of authors has filed a lawsuit against AI startup Anthropic, alleging copyright infringement in the training of its Claude chatbot. The lawsuit claims Anthropic used pirated copies of copyrighted books to train Claude, raising questions about fair use in AI development.

This case is particularly noteworthy as it targets Anthropic, a company that has positioned itself as a more responsible player in the AI space. The lawsuit specifically mentions Anthropic's use of "The Pile" dataset, which allegedly contains pirated books. This legal action adds to the growing number of copyright lawsuits against AI developers and could have significant implications for the industry and what copyright law will look like in the future.

The case also underscores the need for clearer guidelines and legislation around intellectual property law in the age of AI. As AI systems continue to consume vast amounts of data for training, the line between fair use and copyright infringement becomes increasingly blurred. The outcome of this lawsuit could set important precedents for how AI companies approach data acquisition and training in the future.

Government adoption gains momentum

While the private sector grapples with legal challenges, state governments across the US are increasingly embracing AI technologies. A recent survey by NASTD reveals growing adoption of AI in state government IT departments, with cybersecurity tools and chatbots emerging as primary focus areas.

Key findings from the survey include:

• 67% of participating states have completed an AI application inventory

• 50% of states use chatbots for citizen services and operational efficiency

• 62% are developing preferred contract language for AI in IT procurements

However, the adoption is not without challenges. Perceived risks and limited staff knowledge are cited as main obstacles to AI implementation. To address these issues, some states like California and New Jersey, are investing in AI training programs for government workers.

AI as a legal simplifier?

Amidst these developments, an intriguing proposal has emerged from an unexpected source. Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch, in his new book, highlights the issue of excessive and complex laws in the United States. He suggests that generative AI could be a solution to simplify and improve the legal system.

Potential applications include:

• Drafting clearer legislation

• Rewriting existing laws for better comprehension

• Interpreting laws for the public

While this approach could improve accessibility and efficiency in the legal system, it also raises critical questions about the role of human judgment in lawmaking and interpretation.

News roundup

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FUTURE OF WORK

Jobs are changing — are you?

• Deloitte Survey Reveals Key Challenges Slowing Enterprise AI Deployment

• California Startup Aims to Transform Retail with AI-Powered Smart Stores

• How AI is Reshaping IT Departments from Cost Centers into Strategic Assets

• Small Language Models Gain Traction as Companies Look for More Cost Effective AI Solutions

• Why 82% of Business Leaders Plan to Adopt Multi-Agent Systems to Automate Work

ENTERTAINMENT

Content creation, movies, tv & gaming

• AI-Generated Cat Videos Are Going Viral on Social Media

• AI Brings Late Actor Ian Holm Back to Life in New Alien Film

• IBM and the US Tennis Association Are Using AI to Elevate Match Coverage

• The SAG-AFTRA Strike is a Bellwether for How AI May Reshape Entertainment

NEW LAUNCHES

The latest features & products in AI innovation.

• Luma Labs Just Updated Its AI Video Generator — Here’s What’s New

• Hotshot Launches New Text-to-Video AI Model

• Xmems Labs is Making Tiny Fans to ‘Micro-Cool’ AI Chips

• Ollama Now Supports Tool Calling to Access External Functions and Data

GADGETS

Computers, phones, wearables & other AI gizmos.

• Qualcomm Aims to Bring AI to Low-Cost Phones with Snapdragon 7s Gen 3

• Acer Unveils AI-Powered Nitro V 16 Gaming Laptop

• Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 Prioritizes AI and Energy Efficiency Over Raw Power

• Google’s Tensor G4 Chip Focuses on Real-World Performance, Not Benchmarks

• Google Gemini Update Gives Users Access to AI Across Other Apps

GOVERNMENT

Press releases, regulation, defense & politics.

• Authors Sue Anthropic Alleging Copyright Infringement

• Justice Department Engages Stakeholders to Shape AI Policy

• New AI Tracker Maps Government Adoption Across US States

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