Timothy B. Lee reports on a study from Stanford, Cornell, and West Virginia University revealing that Meta’s Llama 3.1 70B model has memorized 42% of the first Harry Potter book, significantly more than its predecessor, Llama 1 65B. The findings raise concerns about text memorization in AI models, particularly regarding copyright issues, as Llama 3.1 shows notable memorization of popular books but minimal for others.
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Cybersecurity Flaws in Axis Communications Products Cybersecurity researchers have identified several vulnerabilities in Axis Communications' video surveillance products that could allow attackers to take control of devices. These flaws enable pre-authentication remote code execution in both the Axis Device Manager and Axis Camera Station, posing significant security risks. Want More Context? 🔎
Read morePCI-SIG has announced that PCI Express 8.0 will achieve a raw bit rate of 256.0 GT/s, doubling the capacity of PCIe 7.0, with a target release in 2028. This new specification aims to support high data demands from AI and quantum systems, enabling up to 1 terabyte per second bidirectional throughput while enhancing connector designs, protocol efficiency, and power consumption without sacrificing backward compatibility. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreGerman tech newsletter Notebookcheck reports that the U.S. has imposed a surprising 20% tariff on Taiwan to compel TSMC to acquire a 49% minority stake in Intel, which includes an IP transfer and a commitment to invest an additional $400 billion in the U.S., on top of the already planned $165 billion. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreThe OnePlus 13, launched in January 2025, stands out as a major advancement in smartphone technology, particularly for its new water resistance features. This model continues OnePlus's trend of innovation, pushing boundaries and setting new standards in the smartphone market. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreShaun Thompson, who was wrongly identified as a suspect by live facial recognition technology, is challenging the Metropolitan Police in a High Court case described as "stop and search on steroids." He aims to bring attention to the potential dangers of such technology, especially for vulnerable individuals, while the Met defends its use as lawful amidst plans to double its deployments. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreThe Library of Congress acknowledged a coding error that led to the temporary deletion of sections of the US Constitution from its website, prompting public concern and discussion. The missing parts were restored within hours, and the Library emphasized the importance of maintaining its digital resources while stating that the issue had been resolved. Want More Context? 🔎
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