The Latest Breaking News from Artificial Intelligence

Pentagon announces new contract with Musk’s Grok AI just a week after its anti-Semitic turn

xAI announced ‘Grok for Government’ a new product from the artificial intelligence company

The Independent UK · Jul 14, 2025

Direxion's Micron-Focused MUU, MUD ETFs Garner Attention Amid The AI Boom

While artificial intelligence may dominate the digital sphere, this innovation wouldn't amount to much without specialized memory chips. That's where semiconductor giant Micron Technology Inc. (NASDAQ:MU) comes into view. True, Micron often doesn't get the frontline spotlight that enterprises like Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:NVDA) effortlessly command. Still, the behind-the-scenes criticality of…

Benzinga · Jul 14, 2025

What are your current views on AI in journalism?

Artificial intelligence develops at a rapid pace. We are inviting you to share your thoughts in our second AI reader survey.

The Texas Tribune · Jul 14, 2025

Marc Benioff Dismisses AI Panic, Says White-Collar Workforce Won't Be Wiped Out

Marc Benioff, CEO of Salesforce (NYSE:CRM), has dismissed fears that artificial intelligence (AI) will lead to mass layoffs of white-collar workers.

Benzinga · Jul 14, 2025

How do you stop an AI model turning Nazi? What the Grok drama reveals about AI training

Grok, the artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot embedded in X (formerly Twitter) and built by Elon Musk’s company xAI, is back in the headlines after calling itself “MechaHitler” and producing pro-Nazi remarks.

The Conversation · Jul 14, 2025

Mark Zuckerberg's Meta Expands AI Talent With PlayAI Acquisition: Report

Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:META) has reportedly acquired PlayAI, an artificial intelligence startup focused on natural-sounding voice technology.

Benzinga · Jul 14, 2025

Nvidia, Other US Origin AI Chips Shipments To China Will Now Require Trade Permits, Says Malaysia, Rule Violators To Face Strict Action

On Monday, Malaysia’s Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry announced that any export, transshipment, or transit of high-performance artificial intelligence chips of U.S. origin will now require a government-issued trade permit, effective immediately.

Benzinga · Jul 14, 2025

Elon Musk's xAI Forced Employees To Install Surveillance Software, Here's What Happened Next

The artificial intelligence startup, xAI, backed by Elon Musk, is facing backlash from its employees over the introduction of a controversial workforce management system.

Benzinga · Jul 13, 2025

The dirty secret about AI in the office that has CEOs admitting millions of white-collar jobs will be replaced

TECHNOLOGY: Artificial Intelligence may not be fully replacing the duties of middle managers, but it is allowing companies to employ fewer of them, writes Graig Graziosi

The Independent UK · Jul 13, 2025

Bernie Sanders Continues Push For 4-Day Workweek — Says AI Should Give You Free Time For Family, Friends Or 'Whatever The Hell You Wanna Do'

For most people, the dream of a four-day workweek feels like something you'd hear in a TED Talk, not a political pitch. But Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) thinks it should be the new normal — especially with artificial intelligence rapidly reshaping the workplace.

Benzinga · Jul 13, 2025