US Lawmakers Push for AI Rules After Anthropic Extinction Warning
Anthropic researchers warn AI could cause human extinction, prompting bipartisan US calls for regulation even as President Trump dismisses the concern.
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US to lend Africell $100 million in push against Huawei in Africa
The Trump administration will lend nearly $100 million to Africell, the only American-owned telecoms firm in Africa, as Washington seeks to counter Huawei's dominance.
OpenAI rolls out finance-focused ChatGPT for banks and research teams
OpenAI has launched ChatGPT for Financial Services, initially aimed at investment banking and equity research, with built-in datasets and enterprise security controls.
China Sets 2030 Goal for Large-Scale Rollout of Self-Driving Vehicles
China's industry ministry unveiled a roadmap targeting large-scale deployment of autonomous-driving vehicles by 2030 and a bigger global role for its auto sector.
Tencent-backed Enflame triples on Shanghai debut as AI chip listings surge
Shanghai Enflame Technology jumped about 200% in its STAR Market debut after raising 6.12 billion yuan, as Chinese AI chip listings gain momentum.
Altman Signals Openness to Slowing AI Development as Safety Fears Mount
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman told employees the firm is open to slowing AI development, as safety warnings and containment incidents raise alarm.
Tencent-backed Enflame set for 188% surge in Shanghai trading debut
Shanghai Enflame Technology is set to open 188% higher at 410 yuan in its Shanghai debut, after raising 6.12 billion yuan in its IPO.
Apple's $1,999 Foldable iPhone Duo Leaves Its Target Buyer Unclear
Apple's foldable iPhone Duo starts at $1,999 in the US, but analysts question who the device is meant for.
Senators Press OpenAI Over Hugging Face Breach and AI Safety
Senators from both parties questioned OpenAI over a breach of AI startup Hugging Face, with Hawley launching an investigation and Van Hollen seeking federal cybersecurity access.
Newsom Signs California Laws Curbing Social Media and AI Risks to Children
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed laws penalising social media firms up to $1 million per child and restricting addictive feeds and AI chatbots for minors.
Pentagon weighs $5 billion loan to AI cloud startup Fluidstack
The Pentagon is reportedly in talks to lend about $5 billion to AI cloud-computing startup Fluidstack to bolster the U.S. data-center supply chain.
Modi Invites France and World to Join India's Next Space Frontier
PM Modi invited France and the world to partner in India's space ambitions, citing ISRO's global launch record and future goals of a space station and lunar mission.
Newsom Signs California Laws to Shield Children From Social Media and AI Risks
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed laws penalising social media firms up to $1 million per child, banning addictive feeds for under-16s and requiring AI chatbot risk assessments.
Cellphone bans in Texas classrooms cut distraction, but bring anxiety, psychologist says
A Texas A&M psychologist says school cellphone bans reduce classroom distraction and boost face-to-face interaction, but can trigger anxiety in children.
Anthropic blocks AI misuse tied to bioweapons, cyberattacks and spyware
Anthropic says it blocked malicious uses of its AI models, including research that could support biological weapons, and has tightened safeguards.
Anthropic says it disrupted AI abuse campaigns tied to Russia and China
Anthropic says it disrupted malicious uses of its Claude models, including a Russia-linked espionage campaign and distillation attempts by Chinese labs.
FAA Chief Meets Airline CEOs on SMART Flight Scheduling Rollout
FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford met US airline CEOs to discuss the SMART system, a predictive analytics tool for flight scheduling that begins rolling out this month.
C-DAC builds quantum key distribution sandbox for bank-to-bank transactions
C-DAC is developing quantum key distribution technology, including a sandbox to demonstrate quantum-secure bank-to-bank transactions, a scientist said at the Global Fintech Fest.
Finnish Opposition Calls for Data Centre Permitting After Google AI Deal
Finland's opposition parties urge a national permitting system for data centres after Google announced its largest European AI investment, citing power supply and price concerns.
Kerala Shifts Drug Quality Checks from KMSCL to Drugs Control Department
Kerala has dismantled KMSCL's quality control division, handing drug quality inspection to the State Drugs Control department.