Canon has announced the EOS R1, a new mirrorless flagship camera featuring AI capabilities. The camera uses a Digic X processor and a new Digic Accelerator to improve performance for still images and video. It will be released soon, with features like automatic focus on moving subjects.

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The Senate Rules Committee passed three bills to protect elections from AI-generated deepfakes. The bills aim to safeguard the integrity of the upcoming election. The vote comes as Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and three bipartisan colleagues pushed for the legislation.

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched investigations into almost all major companies testing autonomous vehicles, marking a shift from the previous laissez-faire approach. This move aims to increase oversight and ensure the safety of these vehicles on the road.

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Four US Senators, including Chuck Schumer and Mike Rounds, released a proposed roadmap for artificial intelligence regulation, calling for at least $32 billion in annual funding for non-defense AI innovation. The proposal follows months of AI Insight Forums featuring experts and aims to inform colleagues about the technology.

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Anthropic, an AI company, has appointed Mike Krieger, co-founder of Instagram, as its new Chief Product Officer. Krieger will oversee Anthropic's product efforts, bringing his experience from working on Artifact, an AI news-reading app acquired by Yahoo.

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Google's I/O 2024 keynote presentation was condensed into 17 minutes, highlighting the best parts of the nearly two-hour presentation. The keynote did not announce specific products or numbers, but readers can refer to the full announcement for more information.

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Google and OpenAI introduced AI assistants at their conferences. Google's AI assistant can see and hear, while OpenAI's chatbot is integrated into an iPhone. Microsoft will showcase its AI assistant at Build, and Apple will likely discuss AI at its developer conference. The announcements highlight the growing presence of AI in technology.

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AWS CEO Andy Jassy will step down from his role, and Adam Selipsky will take over as the new CEO. Jassy had previously identified Selipsky as a strong leader who understands AWS and its culture, and who can provide strong continuity and growth for the business.

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Android introduces text-to-speech and speech-to-text features, audio adjustments, and on-screen interaction enhancements to improve reading experience. The Switch Access feature allows users to navigate their phone using physical switches or facial gestures, making it easier for those with limited mobility to interact with their device.

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