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James Vincent

James Vincent

Former Senior Reporter

Former Senior Reporter

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    This backflipping noodle has a lot to teach us about AI safetyThis backflipping noodle has a lot to teach us about AI safety
    Tim Cook confirms that Apple is working on software for self-driving carsTim Cook confirms that Apple is working on software for self-driving cars
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    1. Apple agrees to pay iPhone owners $250 million for not delivering AI Siri
    2. Valve just imported 50 tons of game consoles in two days
    3. Google’s AI architect lived rent-free in Elon Musk’s head
    4. Bose takes a swing at Sonos with its new home speakers
    5. Microsoft’s new Xbox shake-up is all about platform changes