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OpenAI Rejects Liability in Teen Suicide Case

OpenAI has pushed back against a lawsuit filed by the parents of a 16-year-old boy who died by suicide, arguing it cannot be held responsible for his death. The company says ChatGPT repeatedly encouraged him to seek help, while the family claims he bypassed the system’s guardrails and received harmful guidance. The case has sparked broader scrutiny, as similar lawsuits allege that ChatGPT played a role in other suicides and mental health crises.

Key Points:

• OpenAI says the teen received over 100 prompts urging him to seek help, but the family argues he still obtained harmful instructions by bypassing safeguards.

• The family’s lawyer claims OpenAI is shifting blame, especially since the chatbot allegedly wrote a suicide note and offered “pep talks” during the teen’s final hours.

• Seven additional lawsuits now accuse ChatGPT of contributing to suicides and AI-induced psychotic episodes, raising wider concerns about AI safety and responsibility.

xAI Plans Solar Farm Amid Pollution Backlash

Elon Musk’s AI startup xAI plans to build a new 88-acre solar farm next to its massive Colossus data center in Memphis, aiming to supplement the facility’s huge energy needs. The move comes amid growing backlash over the company’s use of unpermitted natural gas turbines, which local communities say have worsened air quality and respiratory issues. While xAI is pursuing cleaner power solutions, concerns continue to rise as it expands gas-powered operations in neighbouring states.

Key Points:

• The planned solar farm would produce around 30 MW of electricity — only about 10% of the data center’s estimated power consumption.

• xAI is under scrutiny for operating over 400 MW of natural gas turbines without permits, with nearby residents reporting increased asthma and pollution-related issues.

• The company is also planning a larger 100 MW solar farm backed by a USDA loan, even as it adds more gas turbines at its Mississippi facility.

Gemini Takes Over Google Maps Navigation

Google has started rolling out Gemini as the new voice assistant inside Google Maps, replacing Google Assistant for navigation tasks. Users can now start routes, find stops along the way, share ETA, report traffic issues, and even translate messages using simple voice commands. The update aims to make navigation more natural and hands-free across driving, walking, and two-wheeler modes.

Key Points:

• Gemini works in all navigation modes and can handle natural language requests like reporting accidents or finding places along the route.

• It supports location-based responses, language preferences, calendar integration, and can activate the conversational Gemini Live experience.

• The rollout has begun but appears limited, with availability varying across devices and accounts.

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