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☀️ On this day: On September 26, 1983, 17-year-old hacker Neal Patrick testified before the U.S. Congress about how easily he broke into computer systems (including those of Los Alamos and banks). As a member of the hacking group “The 414s,” his testimony sparked national attention on the vulnerabilities of computer networks and contributed to the formation of the first U.S. laws against computer crime.

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• ⚖️ Musk’s xAI takes OpenAI to court

• 🎥 Meta launches Vibes for AI video creation

• 📲 ChatGPT gets proactive with daily AI reports

• 🎵 Spotify tightens rules on AI-generated music

• 💼 Trump approves $14B TikTok U.S. sale plan

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⚖️ Musk’s xAI takes OpenAI to court ↗️LINK

• What: Elon Musk’s AI startup, xAI, has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI. The company says OpenAI deliberately hired away employees and encouraged them to take xAI’s code and data. Court papers mention eight staff, including engineers accused of copying code, and a finance executive tied to sensitive data center details.

• Why: xAI claims OpenAI is trying to gain an unfair edge by stealing its “secret sauce.” OpenAI rejects the accusations, calling the case just another round of Musk’s attacks.

• Impact: The fight shows how fierce the AI talent wars have become. With so much value in proprietary research, switching jobs can spark lawsuits—and shape how the industry handles employee movement.

🎥 Meta debuts Vibes for AI video creation ↗️LINK

• What: Meta launched Vibes, a new AI video feed inside the Meta AI app and on meta.ai. Users can create short-form videos from scratch, remix existing ones by adding music or changing styles, and share them across Vibes, Instagram, and Facebook.

• Why: Vibes is meant to inspire creativity, make AI tools more accessible, and encourage experimentation with AI-generated media. Personalized feeds will surface content from creators and communities.

• Impact: By integrating AI video into its ecosystem, Meta positions itself as a leader in social AI creativity, potentially shaping how billions engage with video creation and sharing.

📲 ChatGPT gets proactive with daily AI reports ↗️LINK

• What: OpenAI introduced ChatGPT Pulse, a feature that generates 5–10 personalized briefs overnight. Pulse is debuting for $200/month Pro subscribers and will appear as a new tab in the app. Reports can include news roundups, travel plans, family activity ideas, or summaries from connected apps like Gmail and Google Calendar.

• Why: OpenAI wants ChatGPT to act more like a proactive assistant, delivering personalized updates instead of waiting for prompts. Limited server capacity means rollout is gradual.

• Impact: Pulse could compete with news apps and productivity tools, reshaping daily routines by making AI the first stop of the morning.

🎵 Spotify tightens rules on AI-generated music ↗️LINK

• What: Spotify is enforcing stricter rules on AI music. Artists must disclose AI involvement using the DDEX standard, while a new filter will block fake uploads, unauthorized voice clones, and mislabeled tracks before release.

• Why: The move addresses rising concerns over spam, impersonation, and copyright abuse tied to AI tools, while aiming to protect artists’ identities and ensure listeners get authentic content.

• Impact: This crackdown could shape how AI integrates into music creation, balancing innovation with safeguards—setting a precedent other streaming platforms may soon follow.

💼 Trump approves $14B TikTok U.S. sale plan ↗️LINK

• What: President Trump signed an order approving TikTok’s U.S. spin-off, valuing it at $14B. A new company will be formed with investors including Oracle, Silver Lake, Michael Dell, and Rupert Murdoch. ByteDance, TikTok’s Chinese parent, will hold under 20% to comply with U.S. law.

• Why: The deal is meant to resolve national security concerns about Chinese access to American user data. Trump said Xi Jinping signaled approval, though Chinese media suggested ByteDance may still retain influence.

• Impact: With 170M U.S. users, TikTok remains a political and business flashpoint. The low valuation, compared to prior $30–40B estimates, and questions over control of its key algorithm leave uncertainty over whether this is a “clean break” from China.

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