In this captivating episode of Discover Daily, powered by Perplexity, we explore three fascinating stories from the world of technology. First, we look into Microsoft's pitch of OpenAI's DALL-E to the U.S. Department of Defense for military applications, raising questions about the ethical implications of AI in warfare. Next, we discuss the potential dropping of charges against WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange by the U.S. government, sparking a debate about press freedom and national security...

DALL-E in Defense, WikiLeaks' Founder, and Meta's AI Revolution

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DALL-E in Defense, WikiLeaks' Founder, and Meta's AI Revolution

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