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Musk's xAI Announces $45 Billion Acquisition of Social Media Platform X

Recently, Musk's artificial intelligence startup xAI officially announced the acquisition of social media platform X through an all-stock transaction, totaling approximately $45 billion. This figure includes $12 billion in debt, giving X an implied equity value of $33 billion. Musk stated on the X platform that the merger will "combine the strengths of both companies in data, models, computation, distribution, and talent," believing this combination will leverage xAI's advanced AI capabilities with X's massive user base.

Reborn as an AI Boss on Xiaohongshu: Yuanbao Crashes, DeepSeek Goofs Off

Who doesn't have an AI worker these days? But have you seen a cyber boss remotely controlling an AI army directly in a group chat? Recently, Xiaohongshu has been ablaze with this unique style – netizens are transforming into the domineering CEOs of AI companies, commanding and directing a group of AI models in group chats, staging a hilarious AI workplace drama. The instigator is Xiaohongshu user Komorebi, whose post about becoming an AI leader instantly ignited netizens' meme-making enthusiasm. She solemnly created a group chat...

Weibo Smart Search Testing with DeepSeek CEO Wang Gaofei Personally Experiencing It

Today, Weibo is testing the integration of its Smart Search function with the DeepSeek large model. Weibo CEO Wang Gaofei has showcased the testing effects of related features multiple times on the platform, including intelligent analyses of hot topics such as the impact of increased social security fees on rider incomes. The tests demonstrate that the DeepSeek R1 model can effectively integrate existing discussion content on the Weibo platform, providing users with clear topic summaries and analytical conclusions. The introduction of this feature will not only enhance the quality of Weibo's search and user experience but also indicates the platform's move toward a more comprehensive intelligent service.

DeepSeek Responds to Counterfeiting: Only Three Official Accounts on Social Media

Hangzhou DeepSeek Artificial Intelligence Fundamental Technology Research Co., Ltd. has officially released a statement regarding the recent emergence of counterfeit accounts and false information related to DeepSeek. To protect user rights and reduce the negative impact of misinformation, the company clarifies issues regarding DeepSeek's official accounts. Currently, DeepSeek has only one official account on WeChat, Xiaohongshu, and Twitter, with account names being 'DeepSeek'.

English Literature Graduate Develops AI Tool to Easily Interpret Twitter Bios

In today's digital world, the use of short text has become central to online communication. However, these texts often lack common vocabulary or context, posing numerous challenges for Artificial Intelligence (AI) during analysis. In response, Justin Miller, an English Literature graduate student and data scientist from the University of Sydney, proposed a novel approach that utilizes Large Language Models (LLMs) to gain deeper understanding and analysis of short texts. Miller's research focuses on how to analyze a vast array of short texts, such as social media profiles,

AI-Generated Virtual Influencer 'Wanda' Partners with Social Media to Spread Cancer Prevention Knowledge

In today’s digital age, the application of artificial intelligence has expanded across various fields. Recent studies show that AI-generated social media influencers can effectively disseminate cancer prevention information at a low cost, becoming a new option for public health communication. Cancer has been one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Despite advances in treatment methods, prevention remains the most effective way to reduce the cancer burden. According to statistics, over two-thirds of early cancer deaths in 2020 were preventable. However, most existing digital resources are largely unknown to the target audience, especially among younger individuals.

OpenAI Expert: The AI Hype on Social Media is More Complex Than You Think!

The Surge of AI-Powered Personalized Phishing Scams

With the continuous advancement of artificial intelligence technology, the methods of phishing scams have become increasingly covert and intelligent. These scams typically disguise themselves as trustworthy sources through emails or social media messages, attempting to extract sensitive data from unsuspecting victims. Nowadays, scammers leverage AI bots and personalized information, making these schemes even harder to identify, leading to an unprecedented rise in cybercrime. Scammers utilize AI technology to continuously scrape company or personal information from social media. These programs can collect vast amounts of information about

Meta to Launch AI Virtual Characters, Ushering in a New Era of 'AI Companionship' on Social Media

Social media giant Meta is brewing a significant transformation. According to the Financial Times, Meta's Vice President of Products, Conor Hayes, revealed that the company is actively developing an AI-generated character system that will play a crucial role on social platforms like Facebook in the future. Since launching its AI character creation tool in July last year, Meta has successfully incubated hundreds of thousands of AI characters. Although these virtual characters are currently in a private state, they will gradually make their way to the forefront of social platforms. According to Hayes, these AI characters will...

OpenAI Responds to Criticism Following Whistleblower's Death: Statement Focuses on Disassociating

Recently, OpenAI issued its first official statement regarding the death of former employee Suchir Balaji, but the content and timing of their response have sparked controversy, leading the public to question the sincerity of their attitude and suggest they are attempting to evade responsibility. In the statement, OpenAI expressed deep shock at the tragedy and stated that they had contacted Balaji's family to offer support. The company emphasized that they first became aware of Balaji's concerns when his comments were published by The New York Times, and that they had no further interactions with him afterward. The statement also noted their respect for employees' rights to express their opinions.