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Google’s new AI assistant ‘Ask for Me’ making business inquiries on behalf of users
Gadgets & Devices Research & Innovation Tech Business

Google’s ‘Ask for Me’: A Time-Saving AI Solution for Business Inquiries

Google’s latest innovation, Ask for Me, is set to transform how users interact with businesses. This AI-powered assistant automates the

January 31, 2025April 6, 2025
American teenagers expressing concern over technology and AI ethics
Cybersecurity & Privacy Society & Ethics Tech Business

🔥 American Teens Turn Their Backs on Big Tech & AI—Trust Crisis Unveiled!

In a jaw-dropping revelation, a new report from Common Sense Media has exposed the crumbling trust American teenagers have in

January 31, 2025April 6, 2025
DeepSeek AI chatbot under investigation by Italian data protection watchdog
Cybersecurity & Privacy Policy & Regulation Society & Ethics

The Ethical Quandary of DeepSeek AI: Privacy, Manipulation, and the Shadow of Surveillance

In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) seamlessly integrates into the fabric of daily life, the emergence of China’s DeepSeek

January 30, 2025April 6, 2025
Chinese AI company DeepSeek, already embroiled in allegations of intellectual property theft and European privacy investigations, is now dealing with another major challenge—a trademark dispute in the United States. On Tuesday, DeepSeek submitted an application to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to secure the trademark rights for its AI chatbot apps and tools. However, the company was just a little too late. A mere 36 hours earlier, another entity, Delaware-based Delson Group Inc., had already filed for the same trademark—"DeepSeek." A Rival Claim to the Name Delson Group asserts that it has been marketing AI products under the DeepSeek brand since early 2020. The company’s trademark filing lists its headquarters as a residence in Cupertino, California, and names its CEO and founder as Willie Lu. Lu, an alumnus of Zhejiang University—the same institution where DeepSeek's founder, Liang Wenfeng, studied—claims on his LinkedIn profile to be a "semi-retired" consulting professor at Stanford and an advisor to the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC). His professional background largely revolves around the wireless industry. Intriguingly, Lu also offers a training program called "DeepSeek" in Las Vegas, focused on "AI Super-Intelligence." Priced at $800 per ticket, the course is prominently featured on Delson Group’s website, which is linked to its USPTO trademark application. The website touts Lu’s "30 years of expertise" in AI and ICT (Information and Communications Technology). When contacted via the email address associated with the trademark filing, Lu responded that he would be open to a meeting in Palo Alto or Saratoga. However, he did not reply to any follow-up requests. A Pattern of Trademark Disputes A deeper dive into Delson Group’s history reveals a notable pattern of trademark disputes. A search in the USPTO’s Trademark Trial and Appeal Board Inquiry System lists more than two dozen past conflicts between Delson Group and major organizations, including Tencent, GSMA, and TracFone Wireless. In some cases, Delson abandoned the trademarks or had pending applications canceled. Additionally, a broader USPTO search reveals 28 trademarks registered under Delson Group, including names that belong to major Chinese corporations. These include “Geely,” the well-known Chinese automaker, and “China Mobile,” the Hong Kong-based telecommunications giant. This history suggests that Delson Group may be engaging in trademark squatting—registering trademarks not for business use, but to later sell them or leverage the brand recognition of established companies. Such tactics are not unprecedented. One of the most infamous trademark squatting cases involved Chinese businessman Zhan Baosheng, who registered Tesla’s English name, logo, font, and Chinese transliterated name before the company formally entered China. Tesla later settled the matter for an undisclosed sum. Legal Challenges Ahead for DeepSeek DeepSeek's legal options in this case may be limited. Under U.S. trademark law, priority is generally given to the first entity to use a trademark in commerce. This means that unless DeepSeek can prove bad faith on the part of Delson Group, the latter may have a legitimate claim to the name. “DeepSeek could attempt to negotiate a coexistence agreement if they can prove their AI services differ significantly from those of Delson Group,” said Josh Gerben, an attorney specializing in intellectual property law. “However, Delson has a strong case. They filed first, claim to have used the name since 2020—three years before DeepSeek—and have an active website promoting AI-related events and products.” Gerben further suggested that Delson Group could even file a "reverse confusion" lawsuit. Given DeepSeek’s growing international recognition, Delson might argue that DeepSeek's prominence unfairly overshadows its original claim to the trademark, potentially blocking DeepSeek from using its own brand name in the U.S. Precedents in AI Trademark Disputes This isn’t the first time an AI company has faced legal hurdles over trademarks. OpenAI, for example, attempted to register “GPT” as a trademark but was denied by the USPTO, which ruled the term too generic. OpenAI has also been locked in a legal battle with technologist Guy Ravine, who claims he proposed the name “Open AI” in 2015 as part of an open-source initiative. For DeepSeek, this trademark conflict adds yet another complication to an already tumultuous year. Whether it chooses to fight Delson Group in court, attempt a settlement, or rebrand for the U.S. market remains to be seen.
Policy & Regulation Research & Innovation Tech Business

🚀 DeepSeek’s U.S. Trademark Turmoil: A High-Stakes Battle in the AI Gold Rush 💰

Chinese AI disruptor DeepSeek, already navigating the choppy waters of IP theft allegations and privacy probes in Europe, is now

January 30, 2025April 6, 2025
Humanoid robot in a factory environment, surrounded by workers, emphasizing safe human-robot interaction
Research & Innovation Robotics & Automation Tech Business

🚀 Figure AI Disrupts Robotics with Groundbreaking Safety Center: A $Billion Market Opportunity?

In a bold move that could redefine the future of humanoid robotics, Figure AI has just dropped a game-changer: the

January 29, 2025April 6, 2025
Conceptual image of AI innovation with circuit boards and abstract neural networks
Cybersecurity & Privacy Research & Innovation Tech Business

DeepSeek’s R1 AI Model: The $5.5 Million Game-Changer That’s Shaking Nvidia to Its Core! 🔥

In a stunning display of innovation, DeepSeek has launched the R1, an open-source AI reasoning model that’s not just turning

January 28, 2025April 6, 2025
iOS 18.3 update screen highlighting new AI features and notification summaries
Gadgets & Devices Research & Innovation Tech Business

iOS 18.3 Shakes Things Up: AI Notification Summaries Paused, New Intelligent Features Unleashed! 🔥

In a move that’s got everyone talking, Apple has just dropped iOS 18.3, and it’s packed with updates that are

January 28, 2025April 6, 2025
DeepSeek mobile app ranked No. 1 in global app stores
Gadgets & Devices Research & Innovation Tech Business

DeepSeek SMASHES Records! 🚀 Beats ChatGPT to Become the KING of App Stores Worldwide!

OMG, you guys! 🌍✨ The mobile app from the genius minds at Chinese AI research lab DeepSeek has just BLOWN

January 27, 2025April 6, 2025
Apple headquarters with a focus on AI development and Siri improvements.
Gadgets & Devices Research & Innovation Tech Business

Apple’s Strategic AI Push: Leadership & Siri Enhancements to Drive ROI

Apple is doubling down on its AI strategy, with a leadership reshuffle and a major Siri overhaul to stay competitive.

January 26, 2025April 6, 2025
Paul McCartney speaking about AI and copyright law concerns.
Policy & Regulation Society & Ethics

McCartney Warns: AI & Copyright Law Changes Threaten Artists

Paul McCartney slams UK’s copyright law tweaks that let AI train on artists’ work unless they opt out. Calls for

January 25, 2025April 6, 2025
Illustration of a digital assistant or AI agent interacting with websites and capturing screenshots in a user interface
Cybersecurity & Privacy Policy & Regulation Society & Ethics

The Ethical Quandary of Data Retention: OpenAI’s Operator AI Under Scrutiny

In a move that raises profound ethical questions, OpenAI has disclosed that chats and associated screenshots from users of its

January 25, 2025April 6, 2025
A conceptual image of a massive data center facility with advanced AI infrastructure and renewable energy sources.
Research & Innovation Society & Ethics Tech Business

Reliance’s Strategic Move: Building a 3GW AI Data Center in India to Dominate the Market

Reliance Industries, under Mukesh Ambani’s leadership, is making a bold move to establish the world’s largest data center in Jamnagar,

January 24, 2025April 6, 2025
Google Gemini app integrating smart home controls with new features
Gadgets & Devices Research & Innovation Tech Business

Google’s Gemini App Just Got Smarter: Say Hello to Next-Level Smart Home Control! 🔥

Google is turning up the heat in the smart home arena with its latest Gemini app update, and let me

January 24, 2025April 6, 2025
Google's involvement in Israel's AI expansion during the conflict with Hamas
Policy & Regulation Society & Ethics Tech Business

The Ethical Quandary of Google’s AI Collaboration with Israel: Privacy, Manipulation, and Societal Risks

Recent disclosures have cast a stark light on the depth of Google’s involvement in supplying AI technologies to Israel amidst

January 23, 2025April 6, 2025
Microsoft secures preferential rights in OpenAI's cloud expansion with new agreements
Research & Innovation Tech Business

Microsoft Secures First Refusal Rights in OpenAI’s Cloud Expansion Strategy 🚀

In a strategic move to maintain its pivotal role in OpenAI’s cloud infrastructure, Microsoft has secured a ‘right of first

January 22, 2025April 6, 2025
Illustration of a military officer interacting with an AI interface, with high-tech displays and military assets in the background, symbolizing the collaboration between AI and defense systems.
Policy & Regulation Research & Innovation Society & Ethics Tech Business

🚀 Pentagon’s AI Revolution: The Next Billion-Dollar Defense Tech Gold Rush 💰

Top artificial intelligence developers, including OpenAI and Anthropic, are carefully navigating the complex task of providing their technologies to the

January 21, 2025April 6, 2025
Illustration of an AI model struggling to answer a complex history question with books and ancient history symbols in the background.
Research & Innovation Society & Ethics

LLMs’ Historical Knowledge Gap: A Deep Dive into the Limitations of AI in Complex Historical Analysis

In a revealing study, the prowess of Large Language Models (LLMs) like GPT-4, Llama, and Gemini was put to the

January 20, 2025April 6, 2025
Amazon introduces AI-powered virtual fitting, replacing the Try Before You Buy program.
Gadgets & Devices Tech Business

Amazon’s Strategic Pivot: From Physical Try-Ons to AI Virtual Fittings

Amazon is strategically phasing out its ‘Try Before You Buy’ program by the end of January, shifting focus towards AI-powered

January 20, 2025April 6, 2025
Conceptual image of AI-driven protein engineering for human longevity research
Health Tech Research & Innovation Tech Business

🚀 OpenAI & Retro Biosciences: Disrupting Longevity with AI-Powered Protein Engineering 💰

OpenAI is disrupting the longevity space with its latest partnership with Retro Biosciences, aiming to add a decade to human

January 18, 2025April 6, 2025
Screenshot of Character AI games interface featuring a controller icon and chat interaction.
Gadgets & Devices Society & Ethics Tech Business

Character AI Levels Up with Games: Speakeasy & War of Words Now in Play! 🔥

Hold onto your keyboards, folks! Character AI is shaking things up by rolling out two brand-new games—Speakeasy and War of

January 17, 2025April 6, 2025
A teenager using a laptop, with the ChatGPT interface visible on the screen, symbolizing AI use in education
EdTech & Learning Research & Innovation

Gen Z Teens Are Revolutionizing Learning with ChatGPT! 🚀📚

Hold onto your hats, folks, because Gen Z teens are totally transforming the way they tackle schoolwork, and it’s all

January 17, 2025April 6, 2025
Apple notification summary displayed on a smartphone screen with italicized text for clarity
Policy & Regulation Society & Ethics Tech Business

The Ethical Quandary of AI Notification Summaries: Apple’s Pause for Reflection

In a move that underscores the delicate balance between innovation and responsibility, Apple has temporarily halted its AI-powered notification summaries

January 16, 2025April 6, 2025
Illustration of Google Workspace apps, with AI icons representing enhanced features like email summaries, meeting notes, and spreadsheet automation.
Research & Innovation Tech Business

🚀 Google’s Bold AI Play: Free Tools for Workspace Users as Prices Climb 💰

In a game-changing move, Google has just democratized AI for its Workspace users, making all AI-powered features—think Gmail, Docs, Sheets,

January 16, 2025April 6, 2025
Illustration of a futuristic AI assistant managing tasks and schedules on various devices.
Gadgets & Devices Research & Innovation Tech Business

ChatGPT’s ‘Tasks’ Feature: The Digital Secretary Revolution You Didn’t See Coming! 🔥

Hold onto your hats, tech enthusiasts! ChatGPT is blowing minds with its latest beta feature, ‘Tasks,’ transforming the beloved AI

January 15, 2025April 6, 2025
Mercedes-Benz CLA showcasing Google Cloud's next-gen Automotive AI Assistant features
Cybersecurity & Privacy Robotics & Automation Society & Ethics

The Ethical Dimensions of Next-Gen Automotive AI Assistants

In a groundbreaking collaboration, Google Cloud and Mercedes-Benz have unveiled a next-generation Automotive AI Assistant, set to debut in the

January 15, 2025April 6, 2025
Wyze camera demonstrating AI-powered Descriptive Alerts with detailed motion summaries
Cybersecurity & Privacy Gadgets & Devices Society & Ethics

Wyze’s AI Descriptive Alerts: A Game-Changer or Just Another Subscription?

Wyze’s new AI Descriptive Alerts turn your security cam into a verbose narrator, detailing every blue hat and green SUV

January 14, 2025April 6, 2025
A visual representation of cybersecurity and AI, featuring a hacker’s desk and Microsoft Azure icons
Cybersecurity & Privacy Policy & Regulation Society & Ethics

The Ethical Quandary of AI Misuse: Microsoft’s Legal Battle Over Azure OpenAI Service

In a move that underscores the growing tensions at the intersection of technology, ethics, and law, Microsoft has taken legal

January 12, 2025April 6, 2025
"Illustration of an AI-powered bot interacting with Reddit's interface on a computer screen, symbolizing automation in online discussions."
Policy & Regulation Society & Ethics Tech Business

Astral AI Tool Sparks Fierce Debate: Is Reddit’s Human Touch at Risk? 🔥

In a world where AI is everywhere, Reddit stood as the last frontier of genuine human banter. Enter Astral, a

January 11, 2025April 6, 2025
"VLC Media Player demonstration at CES 2025, showcasing AI-powered real-time subtitling and translation on a laptop screen."
Gadgets & Devices Research & Innovation Tech Business

VLC Media Player Disrupts CES 2025 with Offline AI Subtitling – A Game-Changer in Media Consumption 🚀

At CES 2025, VLC Media Player, the open-source giant, just dropped a bombshell with its AI-powered automatic subtitling and translation

January 10, 2025April 6, 2025
Samsung's AI Subscription Club featuring the Galaxy smartphone and Ballie AI robot on a futuristic, minimalist display.
Cybersecurity & Privacy Society & Ethics Tech Business

The Ethical Quandary of Samsung’s AI Subscription Club: Convenience at What Cost?

In a bold move that blurs the lines between access and ownership, Samsung has introduced its AI Subscription Club, a

January 10, 2025April 6, 2025

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