Aliyun Open Source Database AI Algorithm PilotScope

Data to be translated: Alibaba Cloud has launched PilotScope, a free open-source database AI algorithm, which enables the one-click deployment of AI algorithms within databases through abstract and generalized modules and interface definitions at the database and AI system levels. Experimental data shows that embedding AI algorithms into databases using PilotScope, compared to traditional hard-coded methods, enhances the speed of tasks such as query optimization by 1 to 2 times. Currently, PilotScope is being piloted within Alibaba Cloud and has been made freely available to the public through open-source platforms like GitHub and the Modelscope community.

Brazilian Regulators Ban Meta from Using Citizen Data for AI Model Training

The Brazilian National Data Protection Authority (ANPD) issued a "precautionary measure" prohibiting Meta, Inc. from using its citizens' data to train AI algorithms. This decision immediately suspended the changes made to Meta's privacy policy last month, which added the company's AI training to its data handling disclosures.The ANPD stated: "Following an initial analysis, considering the serious and irreparable risks to users, the agency has temporarily ordered the suspension of the privacy pol

U.S. Largest Health Insurance Company Accused of Using AI Algorithm with 90% Error Rate to Deny Claims, Facing Lawsuit Allegations

UnitedHealthcare, the largest health insurance company in the U.S., has been accused of using an AI algorithm with a 90% error rate to bypass doctors' judgment and deny critical medical coverage to elderly patients. The AI algorithm developed by NaviHealth, a subsidiary of UnitedHealth, has led to patients prematurely exiting rehabilitation programs and care facilities, forcing them to deplete their savings. Two family members of denied insurance claim patients have filed a lawsuit in Minnesota District Court, seeking to turn it into a class action that could impact tens of thousands nationwide.

Ant Group Launches Cloud-Native Intelligent Capacity Tool Kapacity V0.2 Integrating Self-Developed AI Algorithms

Ant Group has released Kapacity V0.2, an intelligent cloud capacity technology tool that incorporates self-developed AI algorithms. It offers advantages in predictive elasticity scaling, allowing for proactive responses to traffic fluctuations. Kapacity uses a traffic-driven replica prediction algorithm and also provides support for custom metrics and workload dimension aggregation query capabilities.

Cook: Apple Will Seek More Acquisitions and Collaboration Opportunities in the Field of Artificial Intelligence

Apple CEO Cook stated at the Q4 fiscal year 2025 earnings call that the company is open to acquisitions and collaborations in the AI field, and is actively developing the next generation of AI assistant Siri, with plans to release it in 2026. He confirmed the progress is proceeding smoothly, reiterated the expectation of launching it next year, and responded to analysts' questions about the three-pronged development strategy.

Reddit CEO Says AI Chatbots Have Not Brought Traffic Dividends, Search Remains the Core Engine

Reddit CEO stated that AI chatbots are not the main source of traffic for the platform, and current traffic still relies on Google search and direct visits. This statement has cooled down the heated discussion about AI replacing traditional search, revealing the complex balance between AI collaboration and user growth for social platforms.