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Tech Industry Grapples with Leadership Controversies and AI Ethics Amid Service Disruptions

Salesforce’s CEO Marc Benioff has walked back his suggestion for military intervention in San Francisco after sparking industry division. Meanwhile, Amazon Web Services experienced a widespread outage affecting major platforms, and OpenAI’s Sora faces criticism for unauthorized use of celebrity likenesses in AI-generated content.

Salesforce CEO Retreats from Military Deployment Comments

Salesforce co-founder and CEO Marc Benioff has reversed his position on deploying military forces in San Francisco after initially supporting former President Donald Trump’s proposed intervention, according to reports. Benioff, whose company serves as San Francisco’s largest private employer, reportedly made the controversial remarks during his company’s Dreamforce conference, creating tension with his established liberal political alignment.

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UK Launches Pro-Innovation AI Sandbox Initiative to Boost Economic Growth

Britain has introduced a flexible AI regulation framework centered on controlled testing environments. The initiative aims to accelerate technological breakthroughs in healthcare, housing and manufacturing while maintaining robust safety oversight.

New Regulatory Approach for AI Development

The UK government has unveiled a comprehensive artificial intelligence regulation framework designed to position Britain as a global leader in the technology revolution, according to reports from the Times Tech Summit. Technology Secretary Liz Kendall announced the plan, which sources indicate represents a significant shift from traditional regulatory approaches that have historically slowed innovation.