Maine Police Apologizes for AI-Doctored Evidence Photo

2025-07-07
Maine Police Apologizes for AI-Doctored Evidence Photo

The Westbrook Police Department in Maine apologized for sharing an AI-altered photo of drug evidence on Facebook. An officer used a photo editing app to add the department's patch, unintentionally altering the image's details. The police initially denied using AI, later admitting to it and releasing a side-by-side comparison of the original and altered photos. The incident highlights the challenges posed by AI in ensuring evidence authenticity.

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Is the Reign of Knowledge Work Over? AI and Policy Shifts Fuel White-Collar Job Losses

2025-03-30
Is the Reign of Knowledge Work Over? AI and Policy Shifts Fuel White-Collar Job Losses

The unemployment rate for college graduates has risen faster than for other workers in recent years, sparking concerns about the future of knowledge work. Layoffs in tech and finance, fueled by AI advancements and government policy changes under the Trump administration (reducing funding for research and education), have contributed to significant job losses. While overall unemployment remains low, the increasing automation of white-collar jobs and reduced demand for college graduates raise questions about the long-term prospects of this sector.

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