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Good morning! Today is Thursday, June 5, 2025.

We have some exciting AI news today: Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai addresses concerns about AI-induced job losses, emphasizing expansion plans, and Amazon announces a $10 billion investment in North Carolina to bolster its AI and cloud infrastructure.

1. Alphabet CEO Says AI Will Create More Jobs, Not Cut Them

Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai is pushing back against fears that AI will wipe out jobs, saying it’s actually fueling growth at Google. In a new interview, Pichai called AI an “accelerator” that boosts productivity by removing repetitive tasks, freeing up engineers to build better products. He expects Alphabet’s workforce to keep expanding into 2026, despite recent layoffs. Pichai acknowledged that job loss fears are valid, but pointed to major growth areas like YouTube, Waymo, and quantum computing as signs that AI will open new doors rather than close them.

2. Amazon Prepares to Test Humanoid Robots for Doorstep Deliveries

Amazon is reportedly gearing up to deploy humanoid robots to deliver packages directly to customers’ doors. According to The Information, the company is training AI-powered robots to ride in the back of its electric Rivian vans, hop out, and drop off deliveries. A new indoor test facility in San Francisco includes an obstacle course and a real Rivian van to train these robots. Amazon is also launching a new AI team focused on building smart, voice-responsive robots to work across its logistics network. This could mark a big step toward fully automated delivery services.

3. OpenAI Fights Court Order to Save All ChatGPT Logs, Citing User Privacy Risks

OpenAI is pushing back against a court order that forces it to preserve all ChatGPT chat logs, including deleted and private conversations. The order came after news outlets suing over copyright claims accused OpenAI of destroying potential evidence. In response, OpenAI says the order threatens the privacy of millions of users and forces the company to keep data that users deliberately chose to delete. It also warned of massive engineering costs and legal risks tied to breaching user contracts. OpenAI is now requesting the order be reversed, calling it premature, invasive, and harmful to both individuals and businesses.

4. Amazon Invests $10 Billion in North Carolina to Power the Future of AI

Amazon is making one of the largest tech investments in North Carolina’s history with a $10 billion plan to expand its cloud and AI infrastructure in Richmond County. The project will create 500 high-skilled jobs and support thousands more across the state through data center operations, construction, and supply chains. Alongside the tech boost, Amazon is launching training programs for data center technicians, supporting STEM education in schools, and offering community grants. The move positions North Carolina as a rising hub for cloud computing and AI innovation.

5. US Shifts AI Focus from Safety to Global Dominance with New Standards Center

The US has rebranded its AI Safety Institute as the Center for AI Standards and Innovation, signaling a major shift in priorities. Instead of focusing on general safety guidelines, the new center will target national security risks and push to establish American dominance over global AI standards. Announced by Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, the change aligns with broader Trump administration goals to boost AI industry growth, roll back regulations, and promote US leadership in AI. Critics say the move deprioritizes consumer safety in favor of geopolitical power.

6. Samsung Wants Your Selfie for AI-Powered Lock Screen Ads

Samsung is partnering with ad tech firm Glance to roll out a new AI shopping feature that turns your selfie into personalized fashion ads right on your lock screen. The opt-in experience, launching this month on Galaxy S22 to S25 devices, uses AI models from Google to generate images of you wearing outfits based on your face and body type. While the feature promises immersive shopping, it raises privacy concerns as Glance stores your biometric data and tracks your general location for up to a year.

Stay tuned for more updates, and have a fantastic day!

Cheers,
Zephyr