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February 14, 2026
Disney Slams ByteDance Seedance Copyright Theft
Disney issued a cease-and-desist to ByteDance, accusing Seedance 2.0 of training on pirated Disney IP like Star Wars and Marvel characters. The new AI video tool generates clips featuring Spider-Man and Darth Vader. This marks another legal clash for Disney against AI firms using its content.
Disney Hits ByteDance Seedance Over Copyright
Disney accuses ByteDance's newly released Seedance 2.0 of training on pirated Disney IP like Star Wars and Marvel characters. Cease-and-desist letter cites examples of generated videos with Spider-Man and Darth Vader. Follows similar actions against other AI firms.
Exploring Microwave Alternate Timeline
Author delves into an abandoned tech timeline where microwaves replaced stoves, using a 1985 cookbook 'Microwave Cooking for One'. Contrasts modern reheating perceptions with era's optimistic visions of microwave revolution. Discusses microwave adoption S-curve and cultural impacts.
Exploring Microwave-Only Alternate Timeline
Author delves into an abandoned tech timeline where microwaves replace stoves, using 1980s cookbook 'Microwave Cooking for One'. Contrasts modern reheating perceptions with era's optimistic vision of microwave revolution. Discusses early adoption S-curve and forgotten recipes.
Hollywood Backlash Hits Seedance 2.0 Launch
Hollywood organizations are pushing back against Seedance 2.0, a new AI video generator. They claim it enables blatant copyright infringement. The controversy highlights tensions over AI tools in content creation.
OpenAI Retires Controversial GPT-4o Model
OpenAI officially retired GPT-4o on February 13 after low usage shifted to GPT-5.2. The model, known for conversational style and sycophancy, faced lawsuits and prior temporary sunset. Users mourn loss despite two-week notice.
OpenAI Retires GPT-4o Model
OpenAI fully retired controversial GPT-4o on February 13 after low usage of 0.1%. Users shifted to GPT-5.2; model linked to lawsuits. Vocal users mourn its conversational style.
OpenAI Permanently Retires GPT-4o Model
OpenAI fully retired the controversial GPT-4o model from ChatGPT on February 13. Usage had fallen to 0.1% amid shift to GPT-5.2, despite past user backlash leading to temporary restoration. The move coincides with lawsuits targeting GPT-4o.
India Approves $1.1B Deep-Tech VC Fund
India has approved a $1.1 billion state-backed fund-of-funds to bolster venture capital. The fund targets deep-tech and manufacturing startups by investing through private VC firms. This initiative doubles down on government support for strategic sectors.
India Approves $1.1B Startup Fund
India has approved a $1.1 billion state-backed fund-of-funds. It will invest through private VCs in deep-tech and manufacturing startups. This doubles down on government support for innovation.
Claude Used in US Venezuela Raid
US military deployed Anthropic's Claude AI in a Venezuela operation to kidnap Nicolás Maduro, per Wall Street Journal. The raid involved Caracas bombings killing 83 people. Usage via Palantir partnership violates Anthropic's terms against violence and surveillance.
Claude AI Used in Venezuela Raid
US military deployed Anthropic's Claude AI in a Venezuela operation to kidnap Nicolás Maduro, via Palantir partnership, reports WSJ. The raid bombed Caracas, killing 83 per Venezuelan officials. This use violates Anthropic's terms banning violence, weapons, or surveillance.
Claude AI Used in US Venezuela Raid
US military deployed Anthropic's Claude AI model during a raid in Venezuela to kidnap Nicolás Maduro, per Wall Street Journal. The operation, partnered with Palantir, involved bombings in Caracas killing 83 people. This breaches Anthropic's terms banning violent or surveillance uses.
EVA AI Hosts Uncanny Valentine Dates
EVA AI cafe offers speed dating with AI companions like Phoebe Callas via app on provided phones and headphones. Patrons interact in a bar setting with food and drinks. Half the dates involve non-human AI partners.
EVA AI Cafe Hosts Uncanny Speed Dates
EVA AI offers speed dating with AI companions like Phoebe Callas at a NYC wine bar. Patrons use a preloaded app on phones with headphones amid real servers and snacks. It blends physical bar vibes with virtual AI interactions.
EVA AI Cafe Speed Dates
EVA AI hosts speed dating events at a NYC wine bar using its app and headphones. Users date AI companions like Phoebe Callas. The experience blends real-world socializing with AI interaction.
EVA AI Cafe Speed Dating Debuts
EVA AI offers speed dating with AI companions like Phoebe Callas at a NYC wine bar. Patrons use a preloaded app and headphones for interactions amid real servers and snacks. It blends physical venue with virtual AI dates.
Manus AI Launches 24/7 Telegram Agents
Manus AI launched Agents across platforms with persistent memory and Telegram integration. The 24/7 Agent via Telegram was suspended shortly after launch.
Manus AI Launches Telegram Agents
Manus AI launched 24/7 Agents with persistent memory across platforms. Includes Telegram integration for easy access, though the service got suspended.
Doubao 2.0 Launched: 10x Inference Cost Cut
ByteDance's Doubao large model enters 2.0 phase with a systematic upgrade for the Agent era. It matches performance of GPT-5.2 and Gemini 3 Pro while reducing inference costs by an order of magnitude. This provides competitive solutions for complex tasks in large-scale production.