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AI possibly replacing writers in 10-20 years: Liu Cixin

Renowned Chinese sci-fi writer Liu Cixin predicted that AI may reshape the landscape of science fiction creation. According to CCTV, when asked during an interview at the China Science Fiction Convention whether DeepSeek could replace sci-fi writers in the future,

Is AI the publishing industry's friend or foe?

AI is impacting all industries but none more than the publishing business model which lives or dies based on the content it creates. The tech industry promises AI efficiency gains and turbocharged creativity.

Search the Database of Pirated Books AI Trained On While Trump Kills Your Local Library

Trump, DOGE, and big tech companies like OpenAI and Meta don't care about free access to books unless it benefits their AI.

The Unbelievable Scale of AI's Pirated-Books Problem

A Llama-team senior manager added that this would also be an "incredibly slow" process: "They take like 4+ weeks to deliver data." In a message found in another legal filing, a director of engineering noted another downside to this approach: "The problem is that people don't realize that if we license one single book,

WMU professor leads talks on AI and human connection

WMU's Dr. Jil Larson joins WSCC HumanKind Series to discuss AI, ethics, and connection, inspired by Ishiguro's Klara and the Sun.

How AI is changing Print-on-Demand

THE world of e-commerce is constantly evolving, and one of the most exciting opportunities today is Print-on-Demand (POD). With no need for inventory, upfront costs, or manufacturing logistics, this business model allows anyone to launch a brand and generate income by selling custom-designed products.

Tariffs latest blow to newspaper industry; AI fears confirmed

The newspaper industry has as good a case as any for why it's primary material should be exempt from tariffs. Plus: a new study confirms publishers' AI fears.

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South Korea's AI digital textbooks off to shaky start as semester begins

The Education Ministry revealed that the adoption rate remains at just 33 per cent. Read more at straitstimes.com.