15 09, 2025

Meta, OpenAI Face FTC Inquiry on Chatbot Impact on Kids

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The Federal Trade Commission ordered Alphabet Inc.’s Google, OpenAI Inc., Meta Platforms Inc. and four other makers of artificial intelligence chatbots to turn over information about the impacts of their technologies on kids. The antitrust and consumer protection agency said …

15 09, 2025

Amazon Tests GM EV Delivery Vans in Bid to Meet Climate Goals

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Amazon.com Inc. has been quietly evaluating General Motors Co.’s BrightDrop electric van, evidence that the e-commerce company continues to explore options to reduce the carbon emissions of its sprawling delivery operation. Amazon confirmed in a statement to Bloomberg that it …

15 09, 2025

North Korean Hackers Used ChatGPT to Help Forge Deepfake ID

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A suspected North Korean state-sponsored hacking group used ChatGPT to create a deepfake of a military ID document to attack a target in South Korea, according to cybersecurity researchers. Attackers used the artificial intelligence tool to craft a fake draft …

15 09, 2025

US Launches Pilot Program to Speed Air Taxi Deployment

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The Trump administration announced a new pilot program on Friday to speed the deployment of flying air taxis as companies work to meet regulatory hurdles for advanced air mobility. The Federal Aviation Administration said the program will include at least …

15 09, 2025

Boeing Faces $3.1 Million in Fines for Safety Violations

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The Federal Aviation Administration said it would fine Boeing Co. $3.1 million for a series of safety violations that it uncovered over a space of several months between late 2023 and early last year. The violations included interference with safety …

15 09, 2025

FAA Proposes to Fine Boeing $3.1M Over Widespread Safety Violations

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The Federal Aviation Administration on Friday proposed fining Boeing $3.1 million for a series of safety violations, including actions tied to the January 2024 Alaska Airlines 737 MAX 9 mid-air emergency, and for interfering with safety officials’ independence. The FAA …

15 09, 2025

West Virginia Approves More Mining in Area Residents Say is Already Contaminated

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In 2023, dirty mine water gushed out of the ground behind James Christian’s home, flooding his yard in Wyoming County, West Virginia. Sinkholes formed, a strong sulfur-like odor lingered in the air and oily sheens began coating the creek. Residents …

15 09, 2025

People Moves: PIA New York Elects Officers; Bartow Elected President

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Dix Hill, New York insurance agent Jason Bartow, AAI, CPIA, TRA, has been elected president of the Professional Insurance Agents of New York State (PIANY). Bartow is commercial lines executive vice president of Eugene A. Bartow Insurance Agency Inc. and …

15 09, 2025

Georgia Judge Won’t Award Attorney Fees to Governments in Rivian Lawsuit

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A judge has rejected an attempt by the state of Georgia and a local development agency to force people who unsuccessfully sued to block an electric vehicle plant to pay the government’s legal fees. State government and the development authority …

15 09, 2025

California Roofing Contractor Must Pay $2M in Unpaid Wages, Damages

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A federal court ordered a Northern California-based roofing contractor to pay $1.9 million in back wages and damages to 158 workers after a U.S. Department of Labor investigation reportedly found the employer failed to pay required overtime rates to workers. …