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On October 12, 2024, California Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed Senate Bill 1047, which aimed to impose safety regulations on large AI models. The bill faced criticism for potentially stifling innovation while supporters argued it was necessary for public safety. Newsom emphasized the need for a more nuanced approach to AI regulation, citing concerns over its impact on the tech industry.
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Geoffrey Hinton and John Hopfield have been awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics for their foundational work in artificial intelligence and machine learning. Hinton, known as the 'godfather of AI,' has raised concerns about the existential risks posed by advanced AI technologies.
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Geoffrey Hinton and John Hopfield received the Nobel Prize in Physics for foundational work in AI, while Demis Hassabis and John Jumper from Google DeepMind won the Chemistry prize for breakthroughs in protein structure prediction. This recognition highlights AI's growing influence in science and raises ethical concerns about its commercialization.