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South Korea Blocks DeepSeek AI Downloads Amid Regulatory Concerns

AI Learning to Read Animal Emotions—A Breakthrough in Animal Welfare?

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Mcdonald Odijie
February 17, 2025

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South Korea Blocks DeepSeek AI Downloads Amid Regulatory Concerns

As AI regulations tighten globally, South Korea has taken a firm stance by blocking downloads of DeepSeek, a Chinese AI model, from local app stores. While the government cites concerns over data security and compliance, the decision raises questions about AI access, digital sovereignty, and the future of foreign AI technologies in the country. Is this a move to protect national security, or a step toward AI protectionism?

AI Learning to Read Animal Emotions—A Breakthrough in Animal Welfare?

Researchers are developing artificial intelligence to interpret animal emotions, a step that could transform farming, veterinary care, and wildlife conservation. By analyzing facial expressions and behaviors, AI systems aim to detect pain, distress, and other emotional states in animals. But can AI truly "understand" emotions, or is it simply recognizing patterns based on human-defined markers?

OpenAI Moves to ‘Uncensor’ ChatGPT—Prioritizing Intellectual Freedom

OpenAI is updating its AI training policies to promote "intellectual freedom," allowing ChatGPT to engage in more controversial discussions without avoiding topics or taking editorial stances. While some see this as a win for free speech, others worry it could lead to misinformation and AI neutrality on critical moral and ethical issues.

OpenEuroLLM: Europe’s Push for Sovereign AI Models

The European Union is funding OpenEuroLLM, a large-scale initiative to develop open-source AI models in all EU languages. With a budget of €37.4  million and backing from 20+ organizations, the project aims to future-proof Europe’s AI ecosystem and reduce reliance on U.S. and Chinese tech giants.

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