News reporting focused on AI and machine learning, covering the companies behind these technologies, their real-world applications, and the ethical concerns they raise. This includes areas like generative AI (large language models, text-to-image and video), speech tech, and predictive analytics.
Fender CEO Edward 'Bud' Cole faces backlash after a May 2026 interview resurfaced where he compared cover songs and bandmates to 'analog AI.' The comments, criticized by The Verge's Terrence O'Brien, come amid Fender's PR crisis over cease-and-desist letters regarding the Stratocaster body shape, with some guitar YouTubers boycotting the brand.
Google has rebranded its AI note-taking tool NotebookLM as Gemini Notebook, integrating it more deeply into its ecosystem. The company also announced that Google Search will now allow third-party app integrations, starting with Instacart, Canva, and YouTube Music in the US. The updates aim to expand the reach of Google's AI tools.
Leaked files from a hack reveal that AI music generator Suno scraped millions of songs from YouTube Music, Deezer, and Genius to train its models. The data includes source code and scraping instructions, supporting allegations that Suno bypassed copyright protections. The company faces lawsuits from the RIAA over its use of copyrighted material.
YouTube announced an expansion of its likeness detection technology to the entertainment industry. The tool identifies AI-generated content featuring celebrities' faces without permission. It builds on a pilot program and gains support from major talent agencies.