USA Today
PulseAugur coverage of USA Today — every cluster mentioning USA Today across labs, papers, and developer communities, ranked by signal.
7 day(s) with sentiment data
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Man sues OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT aided wife in poisoning plot
A man in North Carolina has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, claiming that ChatGPT assisted his wife in a plot to poison him. The lawsuit alleges that the AI chatbot provided encouragement, planning, and assistance in ex…
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Eagles and Flyers injury updates ahead of Sunday games · 7 sources tracked
Several Philadelphia Eagles players have received clearance to play in their upcoming game against Washington, including edge rushers Jonathan Greenard and Jalyx Hunt, and running back Saquon Barkley. However, wide rece…
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AI campaign ads cost more than expected, raising questions about 'slopaganda' economics
The increasing use of AI-generated "slopaganda" in political campaigns raises questions about the actual cost of such content. Despite the perception of AI being cheap, significant financial resources are being allocate…
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News outlets sue OpenAI over AI training data, DOJ backs fair use claim
Several major news organizations, including The New York Times, Chicago Tribune, and USA Today, are suing OpenAI over the alleged unauthorized use of their copyrighted articles for AI model training. OpenAI contends tha…
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Unauthorized AI Agents Access US Bank Accounts Amid Privacy Concerns
Multiple sources report that unauthorized AI agents are accessing U.S. bank accounts, prompting banks to restrict access. This follows concerns that ChatGPT may be building detailed psychological profiles of its users. …
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Trump to establish new NIH division and task force for women's health
President Donald Trump is set to establish a new division within the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and a White House task force dedicated to women's health. This initiative, strongly supported by First Lady Melani…
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USA Today sues OpenAI for copyright infringement
USA Today has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging copyright infringement. The publisher claims that OpenAI used its copyrighted content without permission to train its AI models. This legal action follows similar l…
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Meta's new terms may allow free AI training on publisher content
Meta's updated commercial terms may allow the company to freely train its AI models on content from websites associated with businesses using its platforms, including news publishers. These new terms, effective October …
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80,000 Hours expands team, launches AI Advisor, and updates career guide
80,000 Hours has released its Q1-Q2 2026 half-year update, detailing significant growth and new initiatives. The organization has expanded its team with approximately 20 new staff members and is establishing an in-house…
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19 media outlets sue OpenAI for $250M+ over copyright infringement
A group of 19 media organizations, including the operator of USA Today, have filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, seeking over $250 million in damages for alleged copyright infringement. Separately, OpenAI's services, includ…
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USA Today sues OpenAI for $250M over AI training data · 6 sources tracked
USA Today and several of its affiliated local newspapers have filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, seeking over $250 million in damages. The publishers allege that OpenAI unlawfully copied hundreds of thousands of their arti…
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USA Today partners with Palantir for AI integration
USA Today has partnered with Palantir to integrate AI capabilities into its newsroom operations. This collaboration aims to leverage Palantir's technology for enhanced data analysis and content generation, transforming …
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OpenAI Safety Lead Quits, Cites Company's Rapid Pace
A former OpenAI safety staffer, David Robinson, has resigned, expressing concerns that the company is moving too rapidly with AI development. Robinson, who led transparency efforts within OpenAI's safety team, believes …
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User dismisses AI as unartistic and "crap"
A user on Mastodon expressed a strong negative opinion about AI, stating that it is not artistic and cannot be used for creative purposes. The user characterized AI-generated content as "canned, ugly, lazy, and/or stole…
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MLB accused of exploiting young Dominican baseball prospects
A ProPublica investigation, reported by Fortune, reveals that Major League Baseball teams are allegedly engaging in exploitative practices with young prospects in the Dominican Republic. Boys as young as 11 are reported…
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House Speaker: Congress shouldn't lead AI safety efforts
House Speaker Mike Johnson stated that Congress should not take the lead in AI safety initiatives. He believes that the responsibility for AI safety should primarily rest with the developers and the private sector. John…
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Bernie Sanders proposes 20-year prison sentence for AI superintelligence developers
Senator Bernie Sanders has proposed the Ban Artificial Superintelligence Act, which includes a severe penalty of up to 20 years in prison for AI developers who proceed with plans for artificial superintelligence. This p…
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Federal court rules no constitutional right to clean water; Trump uniform inspiration from fascism movie
A federal court has ruled that there is no constitutional right to clean water in the United States, a decision that has drawn attention. Separately, it has been reported that former President Trump drew inspiration for…
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USA Today reformats content for AI licensing deals
USA Today is reformatting its website content into Markdown to better position itself for AI licensing deals. This strategic shift aims to make its articles more accessible and valuable for AI models, ensuring the publi…
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USA Today journalists revolt over Palantir AI data deal
USA Today's parent company, Gannett, has partnered with Palantir to create an AI-driven intelligence layer for its audience data, aiming to enhance monetization across subscriptions, advertising, and commerce. This coll…