Bloomberg
Google's AI Dilemma - Bard's Promise Versus Ethical Concerns
- Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ: GOOG) (NASDAQ: GOOGL) Google and Discord Inc have been hosting an exclusive chat for avid users of Bard, Google's AI-powered chatbot.
- Integrating Bard into core Google services like Gmail, Maps, Docs, and YouTube has not been without challenges.
Ransom Rebels! MGM Hackers Waited For Days Before Issuing Financial Demands
- MGM Resorts International's (NYSE: MGM) Chief Executive Officer, Bill Hornbuckle, reportedly snubbed hackers' ransom demands after they infiltrated the casino chain's computer system, primarily because their monetary request didn't roll in until after the company had unearthed the cyberattack.
- The hackers moved through MGM's systems for days before sending a ransom note.
Chinese EV Maker XPeng Expects Corruption Probe Not To Affect Its Business
- Chinese EV giant XPeng Inc (NYSE: XPEV) reportedly expects the probe into its head of procurement not to disrupt business or production processes.
- Li Feng, who is also a vice president at XPeng, has been suspended while the investigation is ongoing, Guangzhou-based XPeng said in a written response.
New York Post
Costco Sued, Accused Of Sharing Confidential Health Data With Facebook
- Costco Wholesale Corp (NASDAQ: COST) is facing legal action, accused of sharing sensitive customer information with Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ: META), the parent company of Facebook, without the customers' approval.
- A Seattle federal court lawsuit claims that the wholesale giant used Meta's analytical tool, Meta Pixel, on its website, compromising the privacy of its customers.
Benzinga
Health Insurer Humana Ropes In Former UnitedHealth Executive To Assume CEO Role In 2024
- Humana Inc (NYSE: HUM) disclosed the appointment of healthcare industry veteran Jim Rechtin as President and Chief Operating Officer, effective January 8, 2024.
- Rechtin will report to Bruce Broussard, CEO, until the latter half of 2024. Broussard will then step down, and Rechtin will take the CEO role.