Anthropic Claude Data Update, Amazon AI Restructure

Several key developments are shaping the AI landscape. Anthropic is updating its data policy for Claude, giving users of the Free, Pro, and Max plans until September 28 to opt out of having their chats used for AI training. If users don't opt out, their chats will be stored for five years, a significant increase from the previous 30-day deletion policy. This change doesn't affect commercial, educational, or government customers. Meanwhile, Amazon is reorganizing its Prime Video leadership, with Jay Marine gaining oversight of U.S. Prime Video, while Albert Cheng will lead AI investments for content creation within Amazon MGM Studios. This move aims to streamline decision-making and boost AI integration. Masayoshi Son is increasing his focus on AI-driven growth at SoftBank, investing heavily in Arm, Ampere, and global data centers, including a planned $32.7 billion investment in OpenAI. In healthcare, Kasturba Medical College (KMC) in India has launched the country's first Department of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Healthcare, focusing on research, education, and clinical applications. Additionally, a new FDA-cleared product, the Signos Glucose Monitoring System, combines a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) with an AI-based app for weight management. Google's new AI image editing tool, Nano Banana, is gaining attention for its precision and efficiency. Kean University is launching New Jersey's first bachelor's degree in AI, while NIST is developing AI security control overlays to address risks in AI systems. California is also taking steps in AI, with State Superintendent Tony Thurmond leading a new AI in Education Workgroup. Finally, a report from Bain & Co. suggests that while AI may increase the amount of cheap content, human-led creativity remains crucial in media.

Key Takeaways

• Anthropic users on Free, Pro, and Max plans must opt out by September 28 if they don't want their Claude chats used for AI training; otherwise, data will be stored for five years.
• Amazon is restructuring Prime Video, with Jay Marine overseeing U.S. operations and Albert Cheng leading AI investments in content creation.
• Masayoshi Son is increasing SoftBank's focus on AI, planning a $32.7 billion investment in OpenAI and expanding investments in Arm, Ampere, and data centers.
• Kasturba Medical College (KMC) has launched India's first AI in Healthcare department, focusing on AI applications in medicine.
• The FDA-cleared Signos Glucose Monitoring System combines a CGM with AI for weight management.
• Google's Nano Banana AI image editor is noted for its speed, precision, and ability to manipulate images contextually.
• Kean University is launching New Jersey's first AI bachelor's degree, emphasizing large language models and ethical AI use.
• NIST is developing AI security control overlays to address risks in generative AI, predictive AI, and other AI systems.
• California has launched an AI in Education Workgroup, led by Tony Thurmond, to develop guidance and policy for AI in K-12 education.
• A Bain & Co. report suggests AI will increase content volume, but human creativity remains essential for high-quality media.

Anthropic to Store Claude Chats for 5 Years Unless Users Opt Out

Anthropic, the creator of Claude, will store user chats for five years by default unless users opt out by September 28, 2025. This change applies to Free, Pro, and Max plan users. Even if users opt out, conversations will still be stored for 30 days. Chats flagged for objectionable content may be kept for seven years. This policy does not affect commercial, educational, or government customers, or API use with partners like Amazon Bedrock and Google Cloud’s Vertex AI.

Claude AI Learns from Your Chats Opt Out to Protect Your Privacy

Anthropic's Claude AI will soon use user chats to train its models, but users can opt out. This change impacts users of Claude's free, pro, and max tiers. If users don't opt out by September 28, their chats will be used for training. Anthropic will also keep user data for five years instead of the previous 30 days. The company says this helps improve the AI and detect harmful usage.

Anthropic Lets Users Control AI Training Data Opt Out by September 28

Anthropic is changing its data policy, allowing Claude users to opt out of having their chats used for AI training. Users on Claude Free, Pro, and Max plans must decide by September 28. Previously, chat data was not used for AI training and was deleted after 30 days. Now, data will be kept for up to five years unless users opt out. This change does not affect commercial services like Claude for Work or API use.

Anthropic Gives Users Choice on AI Training Data Policy Update

Anthropic is updating its data policy, giving Claude users the choice to allow their data to be used for AI training. Users of Claude Free, Pro, and Max have until September 28 to decide. Previously, data was deleted within 30 days and not used for training. Now, data will be kept for up to five years unless users opt out. The update does not affect enterprise, education, or government customers.

Amazon's Jay Marine Gains Oversight of U.S. Prime Video; Cheng Focuses on AI

Amazon is changing its executive roles, with Jay Marine adding U.S. Prime Video oversight to his sports and advertising responsibilities. Albert Cheng will now lead AI investments for content creation. Marine will manage Prime Video subscriptions, aiming to create a better bundle of services. Cheng will focus on using AI to help filmmakers and showrunners create high-quality content. These changes aim to streamline decision-making and leverage AI in entertainment.

Amazon Restructures Prime Video, Emphasizes AI with New Executive Roles

Amazon is reorganizing its Prime Video leadership, giving Jay Marine oversight of U.S. business in addition to his role in sports and advertising. Albert Cheng will now lead AI investments and content creation efforts. This move aims to streamline decision-making and boost AI integration within Amazon MGM Studios. Cheng will work with filmmakers to use AI for innovative storytelling. The restructuring reflects Amazon's focus on AI and efficient leadership.

AI Could Flood Media with Content But Human Creativity Still Matters

A new report from Bain & Co. suggests AI may increase the amount of cheap content, but human-led creativity remains key in media. AI could allow more people to create content, but it will also make it harder for audiences to find what they want. Smaller studios can use AI to create premium content at lower costs. Major media companies need to use AI tools to stay competitive without hurting their creative process. Most people are okay with AI assisting the creative process.

Masayoshi Son Bets Big on AI for SoftBank's Future Growth

Masayoshi Son is increasing his stake in SoftBank, focusing on AI-driven growth through investments in Arm, Ampere, and global data centers. SoftBank plans to invest $32.7 billion in OpenAI, aiming for artificial superintelligence. The Vision Fund is shifting to AI hardware, reporting gains from Arm and Nvidia. SoftBank's Stargate project aims to build renewable-powered AI data centers. While SoftBank shares are up, challenges remain including debt and regulatory hurdles.

Kasturba Medical College Launches India's First AI in Healthcare Department

Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal, has launched India's first Department of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Healthcare. This interdisciplinary hub will unite medicine, engineering, and data science to address healthcare challenges. The department will focus on research, education, and clinical applications of AI. It aims to train future healthcare-AI leaders and translate AI research into real-world solutions. KMC plans to introduce MSc and PhD programs in AI and collaborate with industry partners.

New FDA-Cleared System Uses CGM and AI for Weight Loss

A new FDA-cleared product, the Signos Glucose Monitoring System, combines a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) with an AI-based app for weight management. It's for people 18 and older who don't use insulin. The system tracks glucose levels and helps users understand how diet and exercise affect them. The Signos system offers subscriptions that include biosensors, the app, and a weight management program. Experts say it could be a helpful part of a weight loss plan.

Google's Nano Banana AI Image Editor Is Amazing

Google's new AI image editing tool, Nano Banana, is impressing users with its precision and creativity. It can manipulate existing images, change lighting, add or remove objects, and alter styles. Nano Banana is fast and efficient, delivering results almost instantly. The AI understands context and detail, making it useful for both professionals and casual users. Its potential is immense, and users are excited to see future updates.

Kean University Offers New Jersey's First AI Bachelor's Degree

Kean University is launching New Jersey's first bachelor's degree in Artificial Intelligence (AI). The program will start in the fall semester and includes a new Artificial Intelligence Center of Excellence. Professors will use AI tutors, mentors, and research tools in their courses. The degree will focus on building large language models and ethical AI use. Graduates will be prepared for careers in computer science, data science, and AI development.

NIST Develops AI Security Overlays to Tackle New Risks

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is creating AI security control overlays to address risks in AI systems. These overlays will cover generative AI, predictive AI, single- and multi-agent systems, and developer-specific controls. They will protect the model, related information, and the security of the output. The overlays complement NIST’s Cybersecurity Framework Profile for AI. NIST is also launching a Slack channel for experts to collaborate on the development.

California Launches AI in Education Workgroup Led by Tony Thurmond

State Superintendent Tony Thurmond is hosting the first meeting of a new artificial intelligence workgroup at the California Department of Education in Sacramento. This workgroup was created after Senate Bill 1288 passed last year. California is one of the first states to focus on AI in K-12 education. The workgroup includes technology leaders, educators, and students. It aims to develop guidance and policy for AI in education through public-private partnerships.

Sources

• Anthropic changing default storage for Claude chats to 5 yrs
• Anthropic will start training its AI on your chats unless you opt out. Here's how.
• Anthropic to let users opt out of having chats used for AI training
• Anthropic Introduces New Data Policy Requiring User Choice on AI Training
• Amazon Head Of Sports Jay Marine Adds U.S. Business Oversight; Albert Cheng Takes On New AI-Focused Role
• Amazon Consolidates Prime Video Exec Role Into Sports and Advertising, Creates New Role for AI Investments
• AI May Bring a Flood of Cheap Content, But There’s a Silver Lining
• Masayoshi Son’s AI Gambit: A Strategic Reentry into the Future of Tech and Value Creation
• Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, launches Department of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Healthcare
• New FDA-Cleared Product: CGM + AI for Weight Management
• I Tested Google’s New Nano Banana Image AI, and It’s Insane
• Kean University to Offer New Jersey's First Bachelor's Degree in AI
• NIST Developing AI Security Control Overlays to Address Emerging Risks
• State superintendent to convene 'Artificial Intelligence in Education' workgroup