New era of AI in political ads raises concerns over deepfakes

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a tool used in many functions as part of everyday life and is also becoming a tool used in politics. One campaign ad stirring up controversy is what some view as an AI-generated deepfake attack ad against Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan, who is running for U.S. Senate.

AI generated political campaign ad draws controversy
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We're living in an era where artificial intelligence is being used for more areas of everyday life, and now it's also becoming a tool in politics. One campaign ad is stirring up controversy in what some view as an AI-generated attack ad against Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan, who is running for U.S. Senate. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has more. 

Data center debate: What to know in Minnesota
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Minnesota continues to be a battleground over data center growth, with regulators weighing technological benefit over potential harm. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni explains what you need to know as the debates rage on.

Data centers: Why they’re sparking so much debate in Minnesota

Data centers are the backbone of the digital world, but their impact on communities is sparking debate across the U.S. and Minnesota.

OpenAI files for IPO, joins SpaceX and Claude-maker Anthropic in race to go public

Another blockbuster could be in the works for Wall Street as the company behind the ChatGPT app moved to join two other artificial intelligence firms in looking to become a publicly traded company.

Trump orders military to accelerate use of artificial intelligence

President Donald Trump is directing the U.S. military and national security agencies to speed up the adoption of AI. Here's what to know.

Trump's new AI executive order: What to know

President Donald Trump signed an executive order creating a voluntary process for the federal government to review the national security risks of advanced AI systems before their public release.

Erin Brockovich pushing for data center transparency as AI booms

Erin Brockovich says she’s received thousands of reports on AI data centers, and the most common concern is transparency. “If data centers are so great, why are they being built in secret?” she asks.

Blame this, not AI, for rising unemployment among young college graduates, study says

Despite persistent fears that artificial intelligence would take away more and more jobs, that may not be the reason a rising number of young college graduates are having trouble finding work.

Florida sues OpenAI over ChatGPT, points to 2 deadly shootings

The lawsuit points to two deadly shootings in Florida where the accused shooters are reported to have consulted with ChatGPT.

Meta unveils subscription plans for Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp: What to know

Meta is rolling out paid subscription plans for Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp as the company expands premium features and artificial intelligence offerings.

Pope calls for strong AI regulations in new manifesto

Pope Leo XIV released his eagerly awaited manifesto demanding tougher regulations and oversight for artificial intelligence as he considers the technology a challenge facing the world today.

Data center ban proposal paused by Inver Grove Heights City Council

After being threatened with potential legal action over a proposed data center in the city, the Inver Grove Heights City Council decided to hold off on a one-year pause on data center project development.

YouTube to add automatic AI labels for undisclosed generated content

YouTube is rolling out new transparency measures for AI-generated content, including more prominent disclosure labels and automated detection systems.

CEO defends AI after graduates boo commencement speech: 'Hear me now or pay me later'

Big Machine Records CEO Scott Borchetta defended the role of artificial intelligence in the music industry after graduates at Middle Tennessee State University booed his remarks.

Data centers in Minnesota: Wright County debate
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Wright County officials are set to discuss a potential emergency moratorium on data centers – the latest community to join the debate over the developing tech needs. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni explains.