Daily Archives: Mar 15, 2026
Connecting AI to Your Data Has an Unexpected Dark Side
Key Takeaways
Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) enhances AI models by connecting them to specific company data for more relevant answers.While intended to improve accuracy and reduce AI "hallucinations," new research reveals RAG can make AI systems generate more unsafe or harmful responses.A study by Bloomberg AI researchers found that even "safe"...
Proving You’re Not a Bot Just Got Weirder in America
Key Takeaways
The World digital identity project is launching its verification services in the US.The rollout includes deploying 7,500 new "Orbs" for identity verification, starting in six major cities.New partnerships include gaming company Razer and dating giant Match Group (Tinder) to verify users.The World App is getting upgrades, including integrations...
AI Gets Cheaper to Run, Harder to Control
Key Takeaways
Powerful AI models are getting much smaller and more affordable to run.Incidents involving problematic AI use, like deepfakes and scams, have surged significantly.AI "agents" show promise for tasks but still trail human experts in complex scenarios over longer periods.Investment in AI is soaring, particularly in the U.S., with...

