OpenAI adds invisible watermark to ChatGPT and Codex text in EU
OpenAI will embed an invisible, machine‑readable watermark in ChatGPT and Codex outputs for EU users to
OpenAI announced that text generated by its ChatGPT and Codex services will carry an invisible, machine‑readable watermark called textGrain. The rollout begins with users in the European Union, where the AI Act requires providers to mark AI‑generated text in an identifiable way. The watermark is designed to survive normal use but can become harder to detect if the text is heavily edited. OpenAI says the feature is part of its effort to meet regulatory requirements while keeping the watermark hidden from end users.
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Texas city seeks $2 million for Flock public‑records request
A Texas municipality has demanded $2 million from a records request covering public data on police use of the Flock tracking system. The cost estimate reflects rising fees as criticism of the surveillance tool grows. Officials say the price covers the effort required to compile and review the extensive records.
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Reflection launches Beam, open‑weight AI model
Reflection announced Beam, an open‑weight artificial‑intelligence model intended for enterprises and sovereign nations. The company positions Beam as a lower‑cost alternative to Chinese offerings, enabling customers to build customized, locally hosted AI systems—what Reflection calls "AI factories."
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