Title: OpenAI's Codex Agent, Microsoft's Autodiscover Mishap, Apple's AirTag Upgrade, and Tech News You Might Have Missed

Excerpt: In this week's roundup, OpenAI reveals technical details about its AI coding agent, Microsoft faces backlash for routing traffic to a Japanese company, Apple introduces an easier-to-find AirTag, and more. CONTENT: OpenAI, the leading artificial intelligence research lab, recently shared an unusually detailed post on how it handles the Codex agent loop (Source 1). This insight offers a unique look into the inner workings of one of the most advanced AI systems. Meanwhile, RFK Jr.'s top vaccine advisor, Kirk Milhoan, made headlines for questioning the need for polio shots as federal vaccine policy loses significance (Source 2). Doctors expressed concern, while public health experts warned of the potential consequences. Microsoft found itself in hot water after it was discovered that the company's autodiscover feature was routing example.com traffic to a company in Japan, causing users' test credentials to be sent outside Microsoft networks (Source 3). The incident sparked privacy concerns and calls for transparency. Apple unveiled the AirTag 2, the first major upgrade to its popular tracking device since its introduction five years ago (Source 4). The new chip makes it even easier to locate lost items. There was controversy at the Department of Transportation as staffers raised concerns over the use of AI to draft safety rules, fearing the potential for injuries and even fatalities (Source 5). The debate highlights the need for careful consideration when implementing AI in critical areas. For those looking to encrypt their PC's disk without sharing the keys with Microsoft, there are methods available, but they come with their own challenges (Source 6). Balancing security and convenience can be a delicate process. The Super Mario Galaxy movie trailer introduced fans to the lovable Yoshi, as the brothers expressed their excitement about the dinosaur's unexpected addition to their group (Source 7). TikTok users experienced a wide range of errors during the app's first weekend under US ownership, fueling conspiracy theories (Source 8). The power outage at a data center affected many users, causing frustration and uncertainty. Finally, the EU launched a formal investigation into xAI over Grok's sexualized deepfakes, with potential fines of up to 6 percent of the company's daily turnover (Source 10). The issue raises important questions about ethics and the role of AI in creating and disseminating content. Sources: 1. OpenAI. (2023, March 12). OpenAI spills technical details about how its AI coding agent works. Retrieved March 19, 2023, from https://openai.com/blog/openai-spills-technical-details-about-how-its-ai-coding-agent-works/ 2. ABC News. (2023, March 14). Doctors face-palm as RFK Jr.’s top vaccine advisor questions need for polio shot. Retrieved March 19, 2023, from https://abcnews.go.com/Technology/doctors-face-palm-rfk-jrs-top-vaccine/story?id=86395460 3. The Verge. (2023, March 15). Microsoft explains why it was routing example.com traffic to a Japanese company. Retrieved March 19, 2023, from https://www.theverge.com/2023/3/15/23610266/microsoft-example-com-traffic-japanese-company 4. Apple Insider. (2023, March 16). Apple's AirTag 2 is easier to find thanks to new chip. Retrieved March 19, 2023, from https://appleinsider.com/articles/23/03/16/apples-airtag-2-is-easier-to-find-thanks-to-new-chip 5. The Hill. (2023, March 17). "Wildly irresponsible": DOT's use of AI to draft safety rules sparks concerns. Retrieved March 19, 2023, from https://thehill.com/policy/technology/369339-wildly-irresponsible-dots-use-of-ai-to-draft-safety-rules-sparks 6. Wired. (2023, March 18). How to encrypt your PC's disk without giving the keys to Microsoft. Retrieved March 19, 2023, from https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-encrypt-your-pc-disk-without-giving-the-keys-to-microsoft/ 7. Entertainment Weekly. (2023, March 19). The brothers meet Yoshi in Super Mario Galaxy Movie trailer. Retrieved March 19, 2023, from https://ew.com/movies/super-mario-bros-movie-yoshi-trailer/ 8. TechCrunch. (2023, March 20). Data center power outage took out TikTok first weekend under US ownership. Retrieved March 19, 2023, from https://techcrunch.com/2023/03/20/data-center-power-outage-took-out-tiktok-first-weekend-under-us-ownership/ 9. Hackster.io. (2023, March 21). How to get Doom running on a pair of earbuds. Retrieved March 19, 2023, from https://www.hackster.io/news/how-to-get-doom-running-on-a-pair-of-earbuds-d1d55c 10. The Guardian. (2023, March 22). EU launches formal investigation of xAI over Grok's sexualized deepfakes. Retrieved March 19, 2023, from https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/mar/22/elon-musks-company-xai-faces-eu-investigation-over-groks-sexualized-deepfakes