Three novice climbers on Mount Shasta relied on Google’s Gemini AI to plan their ascent, bringing insufficient food and water and turning an eight-hour route into a multi-day ordeal that left them stranded and needing rescue. Authorities warn that AI should not be treated as the expert and urge hikers to use official route information, observe a noon turnaround, and carry multiple navigation methods.

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White House backs OpenAI in AI copyright suits

The U.S. Justice Department has filed statements of interest in multiple copyright cases, arguing that training large language models on copyrighted texts is a transformative fair use and essential for national security, innovation, and economic competitiveness. The filings largely back OpenAI in its disputes with The New York Times and other publishers, signaling a broad government stance aimed at preserving American leadership in AI amid global legal debates.

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