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Anthropic warns government attitudes could affect its business
Anthropic, an artificial intelligence (AI) company, has warned that its business could be impacted by government perceptions and attitudes toward the company and its technology.
Massive data breach hits US military, exposing millions of records
The US government is warning millions of current and former military personnel that their personal information was compromised in a recent data breach.
Pentagon taps Musk, Luckey to rethink how US fights wars
The US Department of Defense has enlisted tech mogul Elon Musk and Anduril Industries founder Palmer Luckey to help define the future of warfare.
US government now has its own AI chatbot
The US government has launched an official AI chatbot, America.gov, to help citizens navigate information and services from federal agencies.
China may allow Alibaba, ByteDance to buy NVIDIA chips
The Chinese government is considering allowing companies like Alibaba and ByteDance to purchase NVIDIA's new RTX Pro 5500 chips, The Information reported.
Why Netherlands is switching from Windows to Linux
The Dutch government has started transitioning its systems from Windows to Linux, under a project called Digitaal Autonome Werkomgeving Overheid (DAWO).
Rogue OpenAI agents leaked 53 images from ChatGPT users
OpenAI's artificial intelligence (AI) agents have inadvertently leaked 53 user-provided images on public image hosting sites.
US government might have access to sensitive UK police data
An investigation by The Guardian has revealed that sensitive police data in the UK is stored on Microsoft cloud platforms.
Hugging Face hack made Anthropic CEO rethink AI's rapid progress
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei says he has "become convinced" in recent months that AI development needs to slow down, with rogue OpenAI agents among reasons behind his concern.
Russian developers used Claude to create kamikaze drone software: Anthropic
A small group of Russian developers has reportedly used an AI chatbot, Claude, to create software for autonomous "kamikaze" attack drones.
OpenAI appoints AI risk researcher amid criticism over safety protocols
OpenAI has announced the appointment of Paul Christiano, a prominent AI researcher known for his concerns about the potential dangers of artificial intelligence (AI), to OpenAI Foundation board.
Tim Cook is not leaving Apple anytime soon
Tim Cook has stepped down as Apple's CEO after a successful 15-year tenure. However, he won't be leaving the company anytime soon.
US to acquire 35% stake in Venezuelan oil firm
The US government is planning to acquire a 35% passive stake in North American Blue Energy Partners, an energy company owned by Venezuelan businessman Alejandro Betancourt.
CXMT sues Pentagon over 'Chinese military company' designation
ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT), China's leading memory chip manufacturer, has filed a lawsuit against the US Department of Defense.
Trump-era sanctions against Anthropic illegal, US judge rules
A US federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration's sanctions against AI giant Anthropic were illegal.
US disrupts China-backed hacking operation targeting Justice Department, NASA
The US has disrupted a major China-backed hacking operation that targeted several sensitive government agencies, including US Justice Department, NASA, and the US Senate.
This OpenAI leader is worried of 'persistent' AI cyberattacks
Chris Lehane, OpenAI's Chief Global Affairs Officer, has warned of the threat posed by advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models.
NVIDIA denies reports of China-specific AI chip launch this year
NVIDIA has denied a recent report by The Information that claimed the company was planning to ship a language processing unit (LPU) specifically designed for Chinese customers by the end of this year.
Trump plans 1,000 space launches and re-entries annually by 2030
US President Donald Trump has signed a memorandum to significantly ramp up commercial space launches in the country.
Trump to let some private firms carry out global cyberattacks
The Trump administration has announced a groundbreaking initiative, allowing select private companies to conduct offensive cyber operations against foreign criminals.
Trump sued over paid early access to Truth Social posts
President Donald Trump has been sued over the controversial sale of early access to his posts on Truth Social.
'Cold orb' flying: What's in Pentagon's new UFO files?
The Pentagon has released a new batch of declassified UFO files, including never-before-seen footage, renderings, and documents.
US bans imports of advanced robots and power inverters
The US government has imposed a ban on the import of "advanced robotic devices" and power inverters from foreign countries.
AMD to hire 4,500 employees in India
Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), a leading US-based semiconductor company, has announced plans to expand its workforce in India.
'Not against open-weight AI models': Anthropic CEO clarifies stance
Anthropic founder and CEO Dario Amodei has clarified his company's position on open-weight models.
Rivian sues US government, seeks refund of Trump-era tariffs
American electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Rivian has filed a lawsuit against the US government, demanding a "full refund" of tariffs paid under President Donald Trump's "Liberation Day" taxes.
Trump administration commits $5B to AI research under 'Genesis Mission'
The US government has announced a massive investment of $5 billion into artificial intelligence (AI) research.
US warns Chinese AI firms could still face sanctions
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has reiterated his warning to Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) companies, saying that sanctions are still a possibility.
SpaceX in talks with Pentagon for AI computing deal
SpaceX is in talks with the US Department of Defense (DoD) to provide data center capacity worth billions of dollars, according to The Wall Street Journal.
China now more favorable than US: Study
A new study by the Pew Research Center has revealed a major shift in global opinion, with China being viewed more favorably than the US in several countries.
Russian hackers are targeting home routers, US warns
The US government has issued a warning about Russian state-sponsored hackers targeting home and small office routers.
How Apple avoided semiconductor tariffs through Intel partnership
Apple managed to dodge semiconductor tariffs last year, thanks to a strategic deal with Intel.
Russia's diesel export ban triggers global price surge
Russia's recent ban on diesel exports has sent shockwaves through the global energy market, exacerbating existing fuel shortages and driving prices up.
OpenAI offers 5% stake to Trump administration: Report
OpenAI has reportedly offered a 5% stake to the US government. The proposal was made during talks about restructuring its corporate governance and getting support from the US administration.
US lifts export controls on Anthropic's Fable and Mythos models
Anthropic has announced that the US government has lifted export controls on its Fable and Mythos AI models.
China's Z.ai says its latest model matches Mythos in cybersecurity
China's Zhipu AI (Z.ai) has launched its open-weight GLM-5.2 model, which some researchers say matches Anthropic's Mythos in certain bug-finding and cybersecurity scenarios.
Trump administration close to restoring access to Anthropic's Fable 5
The Trump administration is close to allowing Anthropic to restore access to its advanced artificial intelligence (AI) model, Fable 5, according to Axios.
Anthropic's Mythos 5 returns for select users
Anthropic's advanced cybersecurity model, Mythos 5, has been reactivated for a select group of organizations.
OpenAI launches GPT-5.6 amid regulatory challenges
OpenAI is rolling out its latest AI model suite, GPT-5.6, to a small group of trusted partners.
Why OpenAI is delaying its IPO to 2027
OpenAI, the company behind the popular AI chatbot ChatGPT, is considering delaying its initial public offering (IPO) until 2027, according to The New York Times.
Trump administration reportedly asks OpenAI to stagger GPT-5.6 rollout
The US government has reportedly asked OpenAI to delay the launch of its upcoming AI model, GPT-5.6.
Why Alibaba is suing US government
Chinese tech and e-commerce giant Alibaba has sued the US government after being added to a Pentagon blacklist of companies allegedly linked to China's military.
Why Claude may want to see your government ID
Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) company, is planning to introduce identity verification for its Claude users.
Negotiations with Anthropic 'going fine': Trump
US President Donald Trump has said that his talks with Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) company, are "going fine."
Cybersecurity experts urge US to lift curbs on Anthropic models
A group of 76 cybersecurity experts, including industry veterans, has called on the US government to lift its export control order on Anthropic's Fable and Mythos models.
Anthropic sends top engineers to Washington to resolve Mythos dispute
Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) company, has sent its top engineers to Washington.
Amazon flagged concerns over Anthropic AI models before US crackdown
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy was among tech leaders who warned senior Trump administration officials this week about potential security risks posed by Anthropic's most advanced AI models, according to Reuters.
'Red-tape monsters': Marc Andreessen slams US halt to Mythos access
Marc Andreessen, the co-founder of Andreessen Horowitz, has weighed in on the heated debate over artificial intelligence (AI) regulation.
Anthropic pulls Mythos AI models globally after US government directive
The US government has ordered Anthropic to immediately disable access to its two most advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models, Claude Fable 5 and Claude Mythos 5. The decision was made over national security concerns.
Anthropic finally offering its Mythos AI model to the public
Anthropic has launched two new artificial intelligence (AI) models, Claude Fable 5 and Claude Mythos 5.
Trump administration weighs taking stake in OpenAI
The Trump administration is reportedly considering an equity stake in OpenAI, the leading artificial intelligence (AI) company co-founded by billionaire Sam Altman.
IBM allegedly covered up major data breaches, lawsuit claims
William Barlow, a former vice president of threat intelligence at IBM, has accused the tech giant of covering up three major data breaches in the last decade.
US commits $2B to quantum computing, IBM getting largest share
The US Department of Commerce has announced a massive $2 billion investment in American quantum computing companies.
Trump and his sons are now exempt from tax audits
The US government has permanently dropped all tax claims against Donald Trump, his sons, and the Trump Organization.
US clears $428M support deals for India's Apache, M777 systems
The United States has cleared defense deals worth over $428 million with India. The agreements include support services and equipment for Apache attack helicopters and M777 ultra-light howitzers, according to the US Department of State.
US government nears $400M TikTok settlement over child privacy violations
The US government is close to finalizing a $400 million settlement with TikTok, according to ABC News.
Pentagon releases 160+ UFO files
The Pentagon has released a trove of 162 files related to Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) sightings over the last 80 years.
Microsoft, Google to share upcoming AI models with US government
Leading tech giants Microsoft, Google, and Elon Musk's xAI have agreed to share their upcoming artificial intelligence (AI) models with the US government.
After mocking Anthropic's Mythos rollout, OpenAI limits access to Cyber
In a move similar to Anthropic's controversial release strategy for its cybersecurity tool Mythos, OpenAI has announced restricted access to its own cybersecurity platform, Cyber.
Why US government has ended its probe into WhatsApp
The United States has closed an investigation into allegations that Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, could access encrypted messages on the platform.
US budget airlines seek $2.5B bailout amid fuel crisis
A group of US-based budget airlines, including Avelo Airlines and Frontier Airlines, are seeking $2.5 billion in federal financial aid, according to The Wall Street Journal.