OpenAI calls DeepSeek ‘state-controlled,’ calls for bans on ‘PRC-produced’ models

March 13, 2025

In a new policy proposal, OpenAI describes Chinese AI lab DeepSeek as “state-subsidized” and “state-controlled,” and recommends that the U.S. government consider banning models from the outfit and similar People’s Republic of China (PRC)-supported operations. The proposal, a submission for the Trump Administration’s “AI Action Plan” initiative, claims that DeepSeek’s models, including its R1 “reasoning” model, […]

‘I’m Tired’: More Americans Are Working Multiple Jobs Than Ever Before

March 13, 2025

Nearly nine million Americans have more than one job, according to the new jobs report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Google wants Gemini to get to know you better

March 13, 2025

In the AI chatbot wars, Google thinks the key to retaining users is serving up content they can’t get elsewhere, like answers shaped by their internet habits. On Thursday, the company announced Gemini with personalization, a new “experimental capability” for its Gemini chatbot apps that lets Gemini draw on other Google apps and services to […]

Google introduces new developer tools and titles for games on mobile and PC

March 13, 2025

Google announced new features around PC and mobile gaming today ahead of the Game Developers Conference (GDC), including new titles, control customization, and developer tools for making mobile games available on PC. The company first introduced Play Games for PC in 2022 in the beta phase. Over time, it has introduced the program to various […]

Geothermal unicorn Fervo Energy may IPO as early as next year

March 13, 2025

Driving the consideration is the growing concern over power demand growth from data centers, which could double by 2029.

Are You Making This Common Career Mistake Right Now? Most People Will Say ‘Yes’ — and the Consequences Can Be Major.

March 13, 2025

Employees and job-seekers who ignore this critical step are at a disadvantage.

5 Outdated Hiring Practices You Need to Stop Doing Now — or Risk Losing Your Next Best Employee

March 13, 2025

Outdated hiring practices like requiring cover letters create unnecessary barriers, leading to lost opportunities and higher turnover. Embrace these strategies instead to create a workplace that attracts and retains top talent.

‘Wheel of Fortune’ Co-Host Vanna White Only Works 34 Days a Year — But Her Salary Allows Her to Buy a Whole Lot of Vowels

March 13, 2025

The legendary letter-turner got some heads spinning after she revealed her work schedule.

4 Job Search Tips for Introverts, According to Career Experts

March 13, 2025

The hiring process can be more challenging for introverts. Here’s how to find success.

OpenAI’s ‘creative writing’ AI evokes that annoying kid from high school fiction club

March 13, 2025

When I was sixteen, I attended a writing workshop with a group of precocious young poets, where we all tried very hard to prove who among us was the most tortured upper-middle-class teenager. One boy refused to tell anyone where he was from, declaring, “I’m from everywhere and nowhere.” Two weeks later, he admitted he […]

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