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The 'truth serum' for AI: OpenAI’s new method for training models to confess their mistakes
OpenAI researchers have introduced a novel method that acts as a "truth serum" for large language models (LLMs), compelling them to self-report their own misbehavior, hallucinations and policy violations. This technique, "confessions," addresses a growing concern in enterprise AI: Models can be dishonest, overstating their confidence or covering up... Read more
In comedy of errors, men accused of wiping gov databases turned to an AI tool
Two sibling contractors convicted a decade ago for hacking into US State Department systems have once again been charged, this time for a comically hamfisted attempt to steal and destroy government records just minutes after being fired from their contractor jobs. The Department of Justice on Thursday said that... Read more
Builder ordered to repay $255K after using company assets to fund gambling
A builder who used company money and the sale of hired machinery to bankroll a gambling habit has been ordered to repay £190,577 ($254,558) following an investigation by the UK’s Insolvency Service. According to a press release, Vasile Hrusca, director of Vasile Hrusca Ltd, took more than £67,000 ($89,500)... Read more
Thursday Night Football: How to Watch Cowboys vs. Lions Today for Free
When to watch the Dallas Cowboys vs. Detroit Lions Thursday, Dec. 4, at 8:15 p.m. ET (5:15 p.m. PT). Where to watch The Cowboys-Lions game will stream live on Prime Video and free on Twitch. Fans in the home markets of each team can also watch on a local... Read more
A New Anonymous Phone Carrier Lets You Sign Up With Nothing but a Zip Code
As for Wilcox, he’s long been one of that small group of privacy zealots who buys his SIM cards in cash with a fake name. But he hopes Phreeli will offer an easier path—not just for people like him, but for normies too. “I don’t know of anybody who’s... Read more
AWS launches Kiro powers with Stripe, Figma, and Datadog integrations for AI-assisted coding
Amazon Web Services on Wednesday introduced Kiro powers, a system that allows software developers to give their AI coding assistants instant, specialized expertise in specific tools and workflows — addressing what the company calls a fundamental bottleneck in how artificial intelligence agents operate today. AWS made the announcement at... Read more
Bingo goes old-school in Denmark with new license for walkie-talkies and local radio
The Danish Parliament is considering a bill that would introduce a new bingo license for playing using walkie-talkies and local radio. The new license, announced on Tuesday (December 2), would allow operators to run bingo games via walkie-talkie and on local radios, if passed by the Danish government. If... Read more
44 of the Best Movies on Netflix You Should Stream Now
In the 10 years since releasing its first original film, Beasts of No Nation, Netflix has evolved into a power player in the movie scene. It’s earned honors at award shows, including the Oscars, Golden Globes and Emmys.  The streaming giant won three Oscars in 2025, and action-thriller Rebel Ridge... Read more
A Startup Says It Has Found a Hidden Source of Geothermal Energy
A geothermal startup said Thursday that it has hit gold in Nevada—metaphorically speaking. Zanskar, which uses AI to find hidden geothermal resources deep underground, says that it has identified a new commercially viable site for a potential power plant. The discovery, the company claims, is the first of its... Read more
AI has redefined the talent game. Here’s how leaders are responding.
Presented by Indeed As AI continues to reshape how we work, organizations are rethinking what skills they need, how they hire, and how they retain talent. According to Indeed’s 2025 Tech Talent report, tech job postings are still down more than 30% from pre-pandemic highs, yet demand for AI... Read more