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controversy
Technology Trump Tech Adviser Accuses China's Moonshot AI of Stealing from Anthropic via Distillation
US President Donald Trump's Science and Technology adviser Michael Kratsios has accused China's Moonshot AI of a 'large scale' effort to steal capabilities from US AI models, specifically by distilling from Anthropic's Fable AI to develop its K3 model. Kratsios also alleged that Moonshot gained access to restricted Nvidia servers. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the US would examine whether Chinese AI models stole capabilities and could impose sanctions.
Commodities E20 Controversy: Why India's Ethanol Blending Roadmap Is Back in Spotlight
India's nationwide rollout of mandatory 20% ethanol-blended petrol (E20) in April 2025 has triggered a political row, with opponents citing a 2021 NITI Aayog report that recommended a phased transition. The controversy intensified after Attorney General R Venkataramani called E20 an 'experiment' during a Supreme Court hearing, raising concerns over vehicle compatibility and fuel efficiency.
Technology A24's $75 Million Google AI Partnership Sparks Backlash From Independent Film Fans
A24 announced a $75 million research partnership with Google DeepMind to create AI filmmaking tools. The deal has sparked significant backlash from the studio's fanbase, who see it as a betrayal of independent cinema values. A24 defends the partnership as giving artists a voice in tool development.
Business Paramount Refused to Air Ad Criticizing Its $111 Billion Merger With Warner Bros.
Paramount refused to air a 30-second advertisement from Freedom of the Press Foundation that criticized its $111 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, according to the nonprofit. The ad, submitted for the UFC Freedom 250 event, warned of potential censorship under Trump-allied CEO David Ellison. Paramount did not comment on the rejection.
Technology Meta Employees Revolt Against Zuckerberg's Companywide AI Hackathon Plan
Mark Zuckerberg announced a companywide AI hackathon for July, but employees responded with anger and disbelief, citing layoffs, increased workload, and low morale. Internal messages seen by WIRED show many feel they lack time and incentive to participate. Meta declined to comment.
Technology Trump's Spy-Chief Pick Threatens Surveillance Authority
President Trump's nomination of Bill Pulte as acting Director of National Intelligence threatens the renewal of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. The appointment has stalled bipartisan efforts to extend the surveillance authority, crucial for national security.