Fitbit Edge Leaks, Google Freezes Bug Bounty, AI Safety Pact Debated

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Google's rumored Fitbit Edge fitness tracker leaks, Google freezes its open source bug bounty program due to a rise in AI submissions, and a non-binding AI safety pact is discussed as a rebranding effort.

Google's rumored Fitbit Edge fitness tracker has leaked in images posted by Android Headlines, The Verge reports. The device appears to be a successor to the midrange Charge line and splits the difference between the Pixel Watch and other fitness trackers. The Verge notes that details about the Fitbit Edge remain limited.

Google has frozen its open source bug bounty program due to a "significant rise" in AI submissions, according to TechCrunch. The program was paused because AI-generated reports were overwhelming the system. TechCrunch describes the submissions as "AI slop."

On Equity, TechCrunch discussed the Trump administration's attempts to rebrand AI, including the promotion of "super intelligence" and a non-binding safety pact. The segment examined whether these efforts can solve AI's image problem.

New Jersey's former Lieutenant Governor Dale Caldwell, who was forced to resign on September 25th after an investigation found he sexually harassed a staffer and violated ethics rules, has been using AI to claim innocence, The Verge reports. During an interview on NJ Spotlight News, Caldwell employed an odd tactic involving AI.

Amazon is offering early Prime Big Deal Day discounts ahead of October Prime Day, which starts October 6th at 3AM ET and runs through October 8th at 3AM ET, The Verge reports. The deals include Amazon hardware and other popular products.

TechCrunch Mobility covered efforts to rein in robotaxis, focusing on the role of AI in transportation. Ars Technica highlighted NatGeo's new documentary Africa: Earth's Wild Home, narrated by Wunmi Mosaku, which spotlights Africa's diverse wildlife including lions, cheetahs, and chimps.

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  • Trump administration promoted AI safety pact
  • TechCrunch discussed AI safety pact
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  • Dale Caldwell used AI to claim innocence AI safety pact
  • The Verge reported on Dale Caldwell
  • Amazon offers deals for Prime Day
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  • TechCrunch covered robotaxis
  • Africa: Earth's Wild Home narrated by Wunmi Mosaku
  • Africa: Earth's Wild Home features wildlife of New Jersey

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