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CBS News - Technology

OpenAI, Anthropic warn AI cyberattacks could surge in coming months -- Hospitals, technology firms and other companies could soon be at risk from AI-enabled cyberattacks, according to a new open letter from more than 100 signatories.

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Bill Gates' dire warning about AI -- Microsoft founder and computer pioneer Bill Gates changed the world forever with his technological innovation. Now, Gates is warning that the development of artificial intelligence without strong oversight and regulation could threaten society as we know it. MIT professor Max Tegmark shares his concerns.

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How AI powered robots are helping small farms -- From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting. -- Mar 28, 2024

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Meta settles social media addiction suit -- A series of lawsuits accused tech giant Meta of purposefully designing social media apps to entice users and cause social media addiction. Meta will pay out $17 billion in a landmark settlement. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.

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Why does the Meta settlement matter? -- Meta's multi-billion dollar settlement with 47 states over social media addiction could result in some major changes to social media rules, especially for children. Nicholas Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic, joins with more.

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Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection -- ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems. -- Aug 25, 2022

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Unpacking Nvidia's latest earnings report -- Artificial intelligence juggernaut Nvidia blew past Wall Street's expectations for its latest quarterly earnings report, more than doubling its profits and revenue. Wall Street Journal tech reporter Robbie Whelan joins CBS News to discuss. -- Aug 26

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Breaking down Meta's $17 billion settlement -- Meta has agreed to pay $17 billion to settle claims that its platforms lead to addiction in kids and teens, but is not admitting any wrongdoing despite implementing new safeguards. CNET reporter Katelyn Chedraoui joins "The Daily Report" to discuss. -- Aug 26

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Anticipation builds for new iPhone launch -- Anticipation is building for Apple's annual iPhone launch event in September, where the company is expected to reveal its first foldable phone. Questions remain though on whether consumers will be willing to pay big bucks for this device. CNET senior technology reporter Abrar Al-Heeti joins CBS News to discuss. -- Aug 26

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What Meta's settlement could mean for its future -- Meta has reached a landmark legal settlement with dozens of states over claims that the social media giant intentionally designed addictive platforms that harmed the mental health of teenagers. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has the details. -- Aug 26

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Bill Gates issues stark warning about AI's impact on American jobs -- In a nearly 6,000-word essay, Gates argues that artificial intelligence poses a mounting threat to U.S. workers.

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Meta settles social media addiction suit -- Tech giant Meta will shell out up to $17 billion in a settlement following a massive multi-state legal suit on social media addiction. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady explains more. -- Aug 26

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Ring camera founder on privacy -- Conversations around privacy are growing as the surveillance technology company Flock faces allegations of police misuse and concerns that its roadside cameras are overly invasive. Ring inventor and founder Jamie Siminoff says his company is working to enhance customers' privacy. -- Aug 26

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Louisiana governor on SpaceX facility -- SpaceX plans to develop its fourth-largest launch site in Louisiana. Governor Jeff Landry explains why he supports the project and comments on a newly redrawn congressional map. -- Aug 26

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Boston Scientific says a cyberattack is disrupting its global operations -- Medical device maker said it is working to assess the scope of the attack and business interruption. -- Aug 26

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