Google Changes AI Weapon Stance

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Google’s New AI Policy

Google has recently removed some of its restrictions on the use of AI. The company is no longer officially committed to avoiding AI applications in weapons and surveillance technologies.

• Google has deleted parts of its previous policy that prohibited the use of AI in weapons and surveillance.

• The new policy emphasizes "responsible development and deployment," highlighting human oversight and alignment with human rights principles.

• While Google previously withdrew from military contracts, it has pursued defense deals again since 2021.

This shift signals a new direction for Google in AI development, with potential impacts on security, ethics, and global AI competition. It also raises questions about whether Google will uphold its ethical commitments or prioritize business and competitive interests.

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OpenAI Enters Asian Market

OpenAI Expands into Asian Markets

• OpenAI has partnered with Kakao, a major South Korean tech company.

• The collaboration includes developing the Korean language assistant "Kanana", integrating ChatGPT into the KakaoTalk messaging app, and using ChatGPT Enterprise within Kakao’s internal operations.

• This move follows SoftBank’s $3 billion investment in OpenAI’s technology.

OpenAI aims to strengthen its presence in Asian markets and stay competitive against rivals like China’s DeepSeek. Additionally, this partnership enhances OpenAI’s ability to develop language models for Asian languages, paving the way for global expansion.

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