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Trump Unveils ‘Super Intelligence Force’ as America Faces Growing AI Safety and Security Concerns

US President Donald Trump has created a new federal taskforce focused on artificial intelligence, placing Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton at the centre of the administration’s effort to maintain US leadership in the rapidly developing technology. The new “Super Intelligence Force” will coordinate government engagement with AI companies, consumers, public-interest groups, religious organisations and critical infrastructure providers. The taskforce will also include Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew Ferguson, Pentagon […]

today5 October 2026 3

Local

King Charles Brings OpenAI, Google and AI Giants Together as Fears Grow Over the Risks of Powerful Technology

King Charles III is set to bring some of the world’s most powerful artificial intelligence executives together in Scotland this week as concerns grow over the potential dangers of increasingly advanced AI systems. The meeting at Dumfries House is expected to include senior figures from Nvidia, OpenAI, Anthropic and Google DeepMind, alongside the UK’s AI minister. The discussions are expected to focus on how AI can be developed responsibly and […]

today14 September 2026 15

Technology

Apple Unveils Its First Foldable iPhone as New CEO John Ternus Begins a Major New Chapter for the Company

Apple has unveiled its first-ever foldable iPhone, marking one of the company’s biggest hardware changes in more than a decade and giving new CEO John Ternus a major product launch at the start of his tenure. The iPhone Duo, unveiled at Apple’s September 9 event in Cupertino, opens like a book, transforming from a compact phone with a 5.4-inch outer display into a 7.6-inch screen. It starts at $1,999, making […]

today10 September 2026 17

News

OpenAI Unveils GPT-6 Astra as AI Capabilities Grow and Safety Concerns Intensify

OpenAI has unveiled GPT-6 Astra, its most capable artificial intelligence model yet, marking another major step in the rapid development of increasingly autonomous AI systems. The launch comes as governments, researchers and technology companies face growing questions about how to keep powerful AI systems safe and under human control. OpenAI describes Astra as its most intelligent and aligned model, with major advances in reasoning, computer use, software engineering, science and […]

today4 September 2026 24 3

News

Humanoid Robot Suddenly Goes Out of Control During Live Beijing Demonstration as Engineers Struggle to Shut It Down After Remote Failure

A humanoid robot malfunctioned during a live demonstration at Beijing's 2026 World Robot Conference, suddenly losing control and thrashing around on the exhibition floor as engineers rushed to intervene. The dramatic incident quickly went viral, providing an unexpected reminder of the challenges developers still face as humanoid robots move from impressive demonstrations towards real-world use. The incident reportedly happened after the robot lost its connection to its remote controller. Video […]

today21 August 2026 42

Technology

MIT Scientists Unveil Revolutionary Robot That Can Fly Through the Air, Dive Underwater, and Take Off Again Without Stopping

Engineers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed a groundbreaking robot capable of seamlessly transitioning between flying in the air and swimming underwater, marking a significant step forward in robotics and autonomous exploration. The new machine, known as the Flying Aquatic Ambulatory Vehicle (FAAV), could transform how scientists, emergency responders, and military teams carry out missions in environments where both aerial and underwater mobility are essential. The innovation […]

today6 August 2026 19

Music

AI Music Firm Suno Faces Damages After German Court Rules It Illegally Used Copyrighted Songs to Train Its AI

A German court has ruled that artificial intelligence music company Suno violated copyright law by using protected songs without permission, marking one of the most significant legal decisions yet in the growing battle between AI developers and the global music industry. The ruling was delivered by the Munich Regional Court in a case brought by GEMA, Germany's music rights organization, which represents thousands of composers, lyricists and music publishers. The […]

today31 July 2026 12

Foreign

US Bans New Foreign-Made Humanoid Robots Over National Security Concerns as Technology Tensions With China Escalate

The United States has announced sweeping new restrictions on the import of advanced foreign-made humanoid robots and other sophisticated robotic systems, citing growing concerns that the technology could be exploited for espionage, cyberattacks and threats to critical infrastructure. The decision, unveiled by the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC), adds advanced robotic devices and certain power inverters to the agency's "Covered List" of products considered to pose risks to America's national […]

today29 July 2026 15

Foreign

France Approves Landmark Law Banning Social Media for Under-15s as Europe Moves Towards Tougher Online Safety Rules for Children

France has approved landmark legislation banning children under the age of 15 from accessing social media, becoming the first country in Europe to adopt such sweeping restrictions as governments across the continent move to strengthen online protections for young people. The law, approved by both the French Senate and National Assembly, will require all social media users in France to verify their age before accessing platforms. The new rules will […]

today22 July 2026 16

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