Meta Disables End-to-End Encryption for Instagram Messages
Meta has disabled end-to-end encryption for Instagram direct messages, effective today, marking a significant shift in the company's approach to user privacy. This decision, which follows limited adoption of the feature, allows Meta to access all content of direct messages, including images and videos, and has been welcomed by child protection groups but condemned by privacy advocates. Users who previously opted for encrypted chats will lose this feature entirely, as Meta redirects them to WhatsApp for secure messaging.
Constellation Energy to Restart Three Mile Island Unit 1
Constellation Energy is set to restart Unit 1 at the Three Mile Island site in Pennsylvania by mid-2027, aiming to provide approximately 835 megawatts of generating capacity to meet the growing electricity demands of AI applications. Microsoft has secured a 20-year power purchase agreement to buy the output, marking a shift in how tech companies engage with energy markets. The project, which involves an estimated $1.6 billion restart cost and a $1 billion loan from the U.S. Department of Energy, highlights the increasing importance of reliable power sources for AI infrastructure.
Musk's Team Questions Altman's Leadership in OpenAI Trial
Elon Musk's legal team criticized Sam Altman's management style during the ongoing trial concerning their dispute over OpenAI, with witnesses questioning Altman's commitment to the nonprofit's mission and AI safety. Former OpenAI safety researcher Rosie Campbell testified that the organization had shifted focus from safety to product development, leading to the elimination of key safety teams. Musk, who co-founded OpenAI, is seeking the removal of Altman and OpenAI President Greg Brockman, along with $150 billion in damages.
