Recently, Anthropic hired a researcher specifically focused on 'welfare'—Kyle Fish—a move that has sparked widespread discussion. Fish's goal is to explore how certain technological systems should be accorded respect and to examine whether these systems should have moral consideration and how to protect their 'interests.' This issue has attracted the attention of many experts, involving the definition of consciousness and agency in technological systems, and whether they should possess some form of rights. Image source note: Image generated by AI.

On December 7, 2024, the Network Audio-Visual Program Management Department of the National Radio and Television Administration issued a notice regarding the management of AI 'modified' videos, clearly stating the need to address the rampant phenomenon of AI 'modification' videos. Recently, several classic films and television dramas have been 'modified' by AI tools, such as 'The Legend of Zhen Huan' being turned into a 'gunfight movie' and 'Dream of the Red Chamber' being altered into a 'martial arts movie', with absurd scenes like Sun Wukong riding a motorcycle appearing. These 'modified' videos not only parody classic culture but also provoke public concern about the impact on traditional cultural values.

On November 28, Fudan University officially released the "Guidelines for Using AI Tools in Undergraduate Theses (Draft)", which provides detailed regulations on the application of AI tools during the thesis writing process. This move marks the first instance of a Chinese university issuing dedicated regulatory management documents in this field, filling a policy gap. According to the guidelines, Fudan University allows students to use AI tools under specific conditions. Students may use these tools upon obtaining approval from their supervising teachers, provided that it does not hinder the assessment of their innovative capabilities.

Recently, NVIDIA's newly launched Blackwell AI chip has encountered overheating issues in servers, raising concerns among customers about their ability to timely activate new data centers. According to The Information, the Blackwell graphics processing units (GPUs) are overheating when connected to server racks designed to accommodate 72 chips. Insiders reveal that NVIDIA's engineering team is actively addressing this issue, and the company's staff have already begun...

The Traffic Police Division of the Pudong Branch of the Shanghai Public Security Bureau recently officially issued the first batch of identification plates designed specifically for autonomous driving equipment. The design features a combination of light blue and white with black text, starting with an abbreviation for the region followed by a combination of letters and numbers, and clearly labeled 'Autonomous Equipment' at the top. This marks a step towards the gradual integration of autonomous driving technology into the daily lives of the public. The issuance of identification plates for autonomous driving equipment is an important move for the development of smart traffic in Shanghai, and a significant milestone in the application of autonomous driving technology.

As artificial intelligence rapidly develops, copyright issues are becoming a new challenge for AI companies. On November 13, 2024, the German music copyright organization GEMA filed a lawsuit against OpenAI in the Munich District Court, making it the first collective management organization in the world to take legal action against an AI provider. GEMA claims that OpenAI's ChatGPT has unlawfully copied and used copyrighted lyrics without obtaining proper licenses and paying royalties. This lawsuit also targets OpenAI LLC in the United States.

On November 12, 2024, the Baidu World Conference grandly opened at the Shanghai World Expo Center. The conference included a main forum, four sub-forums, and over thirty sessions of public courses on artificial intelligence. Baidu's founder, Robin Li, delivered a speech titled 'Applications Have Arrived' at the main forum, introducing Baidu's latest technological breakthroughs and application achievements in the field of artificial intelligence, while also providing an in-depth discussion on future industry trends.

Recently, the smart ring market has undergone a new transformation. A patent submitted by Xiaomi to the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) showcases an innovative design concept that effectively addresses the issue of ring size. According to a report by 91mobiles, Xiaomi's design employs an 'elastic component' combined with a spring mechanism, allowing the ring to dynamically adjust its size based on the user's finger. This design within the patent enables the smart ring to automatically adapt to different finger sizes, allowing users to wear it on various fingers and even share it with friends.

Recently, the renowned media outlet The New York Times sent a cease-and-desist letter to an AI startup named Perplexity, demanding that the company stop using its content. This news was first reported by The Wall Street Journal and has drawn widespread attention. In fact, this is not the first time The New York Times has clashed with AI companies over content usage issues. Last year, the paper filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, accusing it of illegally using their content while training AI models.

China's first fully self-developed video model, Vidu, created by Shengshu Technology and Tsinghua University, introduces the 'Subject Reference' feature to ensure character consistency in AI-generated videos. Users can upload images, and Vidu maintains consistency across various scenes. This free feature marks a new era in AI video creation, aiming for precise multi-subject interaction and style uniformity. Director Shi Yuxiang praised its enhanc....

Recently, a study on misinformation from Harvard Kennedy School found that fake research papers generated by artificial intelligence are infiltrating academic search engines like Google Scholar. This could undermine public trust in scientific discoveries and disrupt product development in industries that rely on cutting-edge research.