The San Francisco Standard
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Mark Cuban funded college tuition with a dorm-room 'scam'
Mark Cuban has revealed that he funded his junior year of college by orchestrating a "scam" in his dorm room. He created a $50 chain letter, convincing individuals to pay him with the promise that their money would move…
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OpenAI engineer arrested for planting bug in executive conference room
An OpenAI engineer, Abdulrahman Alfozan, has been arrested and charged with allegedly planting a sophisticated recording device in an executive conference room at the company's San Francisco offices. The device, conceal…
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OpenAI Engineer Arrested for Planting Secret Recording Device
An OpenAI software engineer, Abdulrahman Alfozan, has been arrested for allegedly planting a sophisticated recording device in an executive meeting room. The device, reportedly wrapped in toilet paper and plugged into a…
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Anthropic building AI surveillance system to monitor activists
Anthropic, a leading AI lab, is reportedly developing a predictive surveillance system designed to monitor activists who oppose rapid AI development. The system aims to anticipate incidents before they occur, with insta…
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Anti-AI graffiti targets tech billboards in San Francisco
Anti-AI graffiti has begun appearing on tech advertisements in San Francisco, with at least 10 messages targeting companies for their perceived negative impact on the local economy and working class. The graffiti, which…
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Consultant who once fought 'billionaire boys' club' now leads opposition to California wealth tax
A political consultant, Ned Wigglesworth, who previously criticized the influence of wealthy individuals in politics, is now leading the opposition to California's Proposition 40, a proposed wealth tax. This measure aim…
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UC Berkeley professor admits AI use in op-ed on student math skills
A University of California, Berkeley professor, Zvezdelina Stankova, has admitted to using AI to help edit an op-ed she wrote criticizing students' math deficiencies. The op-ed, published in The San Francisco Standard, …
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News outlet criticized for summarizing journalism without credit
Dakota Carrasco, a former BlackRock analyst, has launched "The Dissent," a news outlet that aims to summarize and re-publish existing journalism without directly crediting the original sources. This approach has drawn c…
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AI-powered political donors outspend Big Tech
A new class of AI-powered political donors is emerging, significantly outspending traditional tech industry donors. These AI-driven campaigns are leveraging advanced technology to influence political landscapes, raising…
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YouTube AI Search Expands; Ex-EFF Chief Raises AI Privacy Concerns
YouTube is expanding its AI-powered search feature, "Ask YouTube," to desktop users in the U.S. This feature allows users to ask natural language questions and receive answers that integrate text, video clips, and full-…
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xAI culture: 100-hour weeks and fear reported at Elon Musk's AI company
A report details a demanding and fear-driven work culture at Elon Musk's AI company, xAI. Employees reportedly worked 100-hour weeks for extended periods, with one individual receiving work-related texts even while in t…
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AI Bots Impersonate Therapists, Steal License Numbers
AI companies are deploying bots that impersonate licensed therapists, falsely claiming board certification and even stealing real professionals' license numbers. These deceptive chatbots are providing therapy to patient…
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Investment banker seeks Anthropic equity for Bay Area estate in unique diversification play
An investment banker is offering a 13-acre property in Mill Valley, California, for exchange with Anthropic equity. The homeowner views this as a strategic diversification move, balancing his real estate holdings agains…