A senior research figure at OpenAI has resigned, citing concerns that the company’s economic research division is increasingly veering into advocacy for artificial intelligence rather than maintaining objective analysis. The departure highlights growing internal tensions over the balance between scientific inquiry and promotional messaging within leading AI firms. n nThe individual, who played a key role in shaping mental health safety protocols for ChatGPT, expressed unease about how research findings are being framed to support broader industry narratives. The model policy team, responsible for guiding AI behavior in sensitive user interactions, has been central to ensuring ethical responses, particularly when users are in distress. n nMeanwhile, over 1,000 Amazon employees have signed a petition warning against the company’s aggressive AI rollout, arguing that its “all-costs-justified” development strategy risks ethical and environmental consequences. The group, Employees for Climate Justice, emphasized the need for greater oversight in deploying AI tools across operations. n nIn a separate initiative, Amazon has deployed specialized AI agents through its Autonomous Threat Analysis system—originally developed during an internal hackathon—to detect software vulnerabilities and suggest fixes, enhancing platform security. n nCollaborative efforts among top AI companies continue to evolve. A closed-door workshop hosted by Anthropic and Stanford brought together major startups and researchers to establish guidelines for AI companions, especially those interacting with younger audiences. Additionally, OpenAI, Anthropic, and Block are collaborating on open standards for agentic software, aiming to improve interoperability across AI systems. n nGoogle’s latest AI model, Gemini 3, has been released with enhanced reasoning, video generation, and coding capabilities. The company suggests the upgrade could boost search revenue, even as concerns grow about an AI-driven market bubble. n nOn the regulatory front, the Trump administration’s push for rapid data center expansion has raised alarms among environmental experts. The EPA is fast-tracking reviews of new chemicals used in data centers, potentially allowing unregulated “forever chemicals” to enter critical infrastructure with minimal scrutiny. n nPolitical applications of AI are also expanding. A $100 million AI-backed super PAC targeted New York Democrat Alex Bores, though the campaign may have inadvertently boosted his visibility. Meanwhile, Jeff Bezos’ new AI venture, Project Prometheus, has quietly acquired General Agents, an agentic computing startup, amassing over $6 billion in funding and hiring more than 100 personnel. n nInternationally, European tech policy appears to be aligning more closely with U.S. interests. Under pressure from the Trump administration, European regulators have softened their stance on Big Tech, rolling back proposed restrictions and canceling planned oversight measures. n
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A Research Leader Behind ChatGPT’s Mental Health Work Is Leaving OpenAI n nThe model policy team leads core parts of AI safety research, including how ChatGPT responds to users in crisis. n nAmazon Workers Issue Warning About Company’s ‘All-Costs-Justified’ Approach to AI Development n nAmazon Employees for Climate Justice says that over 1,000 workers have signed a petition raising “serious concerns” about the company’s “aggressive rollout” of artificial intelligence tools. n nAmazon Is Using Specialized AI Agents for Deep Bug Hunting n nBorn out of an internal hackathon, Amazon’s Autonomous Threat Analysis system uses a variety of specialized AI agents to detect weaknesses and propose fixes to the company’s platforms. n nThe Biggest AI Companies Met to Find a Better Path for Chatbot Companions n nIn a closed-door workshop led by Anthropic and Stanford, leading AI startups and researchers discussed guidelines for chatbot companions, especially for younger users. n nOpenAI, Anthropic, and Block Are Teaming Up to Make AI Agents Play Nice n nAmerican AI giants are backing a new effort to establish open standards for building agentic software and tools. n nWIRED Roundup: Gemini 3 Release, Nvidia Earnings, Epstein Files Fallout n nIn this episode of Uncanny Valley, we cover the news of the week and take a closer look at the Gemini 3, Google’s latest AI model and chatbot. n nThe Trump Administration’s Data Center Push Could Open the Door for New Forever Chemicals n nThe EPA is prioritizing review of new chemicals to be used in data centers. Experts say this could lead to the fast approval of new types of forever chemicals—with limited oversight. n nA $100 Million AI Super PAC Targeted New York Democrat Alex Bores. He Thinks It Backfired n nLeading the Future said it will spend millions to keep Alex Bores out of Congress. It might be helping him instead. n nJeff Bezos’ New AI Venture Quietly Acquired an Agentic Computing Startup n nProject Prometheus has raised over $6 billion in funding and hired over 100 employees, a handful of whom joined through its acquisition of General Agents, according to records and sources. n nGemini 3 Is Here—and Google Says It Will Make Search Smarter n nGemini 3 is skilled at reasoning, generating video, and writing code. Amid talk of an AI bubble, Google notes the new model could help increase search revenue too. n nEurope Is Bending the Knee to the US on Tech Policy n nThe Trump administration’s pressure on European regulators is having an impact, with fewer restrictions on Big Tech and canceled measures.