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forbes.comfinance20 hrs ago
U.S. Orders Removal of Anthropic's Fable 5 AI Model Three Days After Release
Anthropic shipped Fable 5 to the public and removed it three days later after a federal order citing national security. Opus 4.8 is now the most advanced model available to the public.
Fortunefinance22 hrs ago
U.K. Sets Social Media Ban for Under-16s, Effective 2027
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the restriction on June 15. Legislation will reach Parliament before Christmas and the ban is scheduled to begin in early 2027.
Newsweektechnology2 days ago
White House directs Anthropic to halt exports of Fable and Mythos AI models after reported safeguard bypass
The Commerce Department directed Anthropic to restrict access to Fable and Mythos after a South Korean telecom received Mythos and Amazon flagged a bypass of Fable 5 safeguards. The models have been unavailable to all users for one week.
finance3 days ago
White House Keeps Export Controls on Anthropic After Disagreement Over AI Model Jailbreak
The White House and Anthropic are creating benchmarks to evaluate security flaws in AI models after export controls suspended access to Fable 5 and Mythos 5. Negotiations resumed following weekend calls between company leaders and senior administration officials.
pymnts.comai3 days ago
Administration Blocks Distribution of Two Advanced AI Models
The Trump administration issued an export control directive that halted distribution of two AI models developed by one company. Negotiations between the company and the White House have not resolved the dispute after nearly a week.
TechCrunchai3 days ago
OpenAI Hires Former White House AI Adviser to Lead New Policy Unit
Dean Ball will join OpenAI on July 6 to head a new unit focused on frontier AI policy. He previously served as a White House artificial intelligence adviser and will report to Chief Strategy Officer Jason Kwon.
Financial Timesai4 days ago
Anthropic CEO Urges G7 Leaders to Maintain Unified AI Approach
Anthropic chief executive Dario Amodei called on G7 leaders to avoid fragmenting international AI policy. OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman joined the call for continued global cooperation on artificial intelligence regulation.
Financial Timesai4 days ago
G7 Leaders Discuss AI Opportunities and Risks with Tech Executives
G7 leaders met with technology executives on June 17 to address artificial intelligence development. The session covered industry opportunities alongside questions about technology governance and human dignity protections.
thesouthafrican.comai4 days ago
President Trump Says G7 AI Meeting With Tech Executives Went Well
President Trump told reporters that G7 leaders and tech executives held a productive meeting on artificial intelligence earlier Wednesday. He said Anthropic executive Dario Amodei attended and that talks over the company's Mythos AI model are proceeding.
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abcnews.go.comai5 days ago
Commerce Secretary Addresses Anthropic on Foreign Access to Top AI Models
US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick sent a letter last week notifying Anthropic that it would need government permission to grant foreign nationals access to its most advanced AI models. The letter also warned of potential curbs on top AI models and prompted Anthropic to disable…
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thehindu.comtechnology5 days ago
Trump Orders Faster Access to Cyber AI Models for Partners While Revoking Public Release
President Trump signed an order this month to speed partner and agency access to advanced cyber AI tools. Anthropic and OpenAI granted restricted versions to select organizations while revoking broader public access.
The Guardianai5 days ago
France to Replace Palantir Tools at DGSI With ChapsVision After 2025 Contract Renewal
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu said the domestic intelligence service will switch providers to reduce reliance on foreign technology. The change follows a 2025 contract renewal and will take several years.
pymnts.comai6 days ago
Anthropic disables two AI models after federal export control order
Anthropic pulled access to Fable 5 and Mythos 5 three days after release. The company acted after receiving a federal export control order that required it to block foreign nationals from using the models.
Fortunefinance6 days ago
New York Law Requires Firearm Detection Technology in 3D Printers by 2029
A New York law signed last month directs experts to develop standards for software that would block 3D printers from producing gun parts. A similar bill is under consideration in California. The requirement would not take effect until at least 2029.
sbs.com.auai7 days ago
Liberal MP Andrew Hastie Calls for Major Increase in Australian AI Investment
Shadow minister Andrew Hastie delivered the Tom Hughes Oration in Sydney on Monday night, calling for Australia to increase spending on artificial intelligence and appoint a dedicated AI ambassador.
Benzingapolitics7 days ago
Trump Proposes 100% Tariffs on French Wine Over Digital Tax
President Trump said he would impose 100% tariffs on French wines and champagnes unless France removes its 3% digital services tax on U.S. tech companies. The warning came ahead of the G7 summit scheduled for Monday in Évian-les-Bains, France.
Japan Timesai7 days ago
Anthropic restricts non-U.S. access to Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models
Anthropic halted access for non-U.S. users to its latest models after a U.S. government directive. European organizations that had been testing the systems now face sudden loss of service.
nypost.comai7 days ago
U.S. Bars Anthropic AI Model From Foreign Users Over Security Concerns
The Commerce Department imposed export controls Friday on Anthropic's Fable 5 model and its Mythos 5 foundation model. The company disabled access for all users after the order took effect.
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ventureburn.comai7 days ago
Commerce Department bars Anthropic from distributing Fable 5 and Mythos 5 to foreign nationals after company declines to fix jailbreak
The order followed Amazon CEO Andy Jassy’s report of a security bypass and hours of talks between Anthropic and senior officials. Anthropic disabled both models for all users.
Al Jazeeraai7 days ago
U.S. bars foreign access to Anthropic's newest AI models
The Trump administration directed Anthropic to suspend foreign access to its Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models over national security concerns. The order affects foreign nationals inside and outside the United States, including some company employees.
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techjuice.pkai6 days agoUpdated
U.S. Orders Anthropic to Block Foreign Access to Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI Models
The U.S. government directed Anthropic to suspend access to its two most advanced AI models for all foreign nationals. The company said it will disable the models for every user to maintain compliance.
Washington Examinerai10 days ago
Florida governor criticizes reported White House plan on state AI rules
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said a federal move to block state AI laws without a national framework would give technology companies an exemption from oversight. The comments followed reports that White House officials and congressional allies discussed attaching preemption language…
morningstaronline.co.uktechnology11 days ago
Business Secretary Says He Would Have Blocked Sale of UK Chip Firm
Business Secretary Peter Kyle said he would have used government powers to stop the 2016 sale of ARM Holdings to Softbank. He spoke during London Tech Week while the government outlined new steps to retain fast-growing technology companies.
680news.compolitics11 days agoUpdated
Canada Proposes Ban on Social Media for Under-16s With Compliance Exemption
Canada introduced legislation Wednesday that would bar children under 16 from social media platforms unless companies demonstrate harm-reduction policies. The bill also creates a new regulator and sets fines up to the greater of $10 million or 3 percent of global revenue.
Benzingaai12 days ago
OpenAI Proposes Global Body With Power to Monitor and Slow AI Development
OpenAI published a blog post calling for an international organization to oversee frontier AI work and coordinate safety measures. The post was written by CEO Sam Altman and chief scientist Jakub Pachocki.
vancouversun.compolitics13 days ago
Article Examines Crime Trends and Political Messaging in U.S. Cities
A commentary piece questions whether Democrats continue to face political challenges tied to crime rates in major cities. The article also references separate topics including California's election outcomes, potential economic effects of conflict with Iran, and proposals to place…
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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Offers In-Person AI Briefings at Headquarters Instead of Senate Hearing
Nvidia's chief executive declined an invitation to testify before a Senate committee examining artificial intelligence, economic competition, and national security. The executive offered to host committee members at company headquarters instead.
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The Guardianai14 days ago
UK government plans AI speech and work-assistant trial
The prime minister will deliver remarks on technology policy this morning. A three-month trial of an AI tool to assist job seekers begins, and a minister criticized a U.S. defense official's remarks at a D-day event.
info.gov.hkai14 days ago
Speech at London Tech Week to Outline AI Support and Online Career Tools
A planned address at the opening of London Tech Week will present commitments to support artificial intelligence in business and to expand online systems for individualized employment guidance.
Benzingaai16 days ago
OpenAI to Provide Government Early Access to New AI Models
OpenAI plans to join a voluntary federal program that gives officials 30 days to test new AI systems before public release. The framework focuses on measuring model capabilities and identifying frontier systems.
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney Unveils National AI Strategy
Prime Minister Mark Carney presented a government strategy on artificial intelligence Thursday. The plan addresses data dependence on foreign platforms and outlines measures to increase domestic capabilities.
medium.comscience18 days ago
Assistive Technology Enables Dyslexic Ninth Grader’s Straight-A Success as Schools Restrict Phones and Non-Essential Screens
Soraya Martin, a California student with dyslexia, improved her grades after using speech-to-text and audiobooks on her school laptop. More than 30 states have restricted cellphones, and some are moving to limit laptops and tablets.
Rapplerpolitics18 days ago
European Parliament Sets Qwant as Default Search Engine on June 4
The European Parliament will replace Google with French search engine Qwant as the default on its Microsoft Edge and Mozilla Firefox browsers starting June 4, 2026. The change is part of a broader effort to reduce reliance on non-European digital tools.
flipboard.comai18 days ago
Labour MP files lawsuit against xAI over AI-generated images
A member of Parliament submitted a claim in London high court alleging that xAI's Grok tool created non-consensual sexualised images of her. The case seeks to test liability rules for AI developers.
nbcnews.comai18 days ago
Trump Administration Launches Voluntary AI Model Testing Program
President Trump signed an executive order creating a voluntary 30-day government testing process for AI models. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman will meet with White House officials and congressional leaders on Wednesday to discuss the policy.
science19 days ago
Chinese Leader Calls for Focus on AI and Emerging Technologies
Xi Jinping directed officials to strengthen knowledge of frontier technologies and promote sectors including quantum computing, biomanufacturing, and embodied AI. The remarks were published in the Communist Party journal Qiushi.
Cnbctechnology21 days ago
U.S. Commerce Department Imposes New Licensing Requirements on AI Chip Sales to Chinese Firms Operating Abroad
The department posted new guidance Sunday requiring licenses for advanced AI chips sold to Chinese-headquartered firms outside China. The move ends a policy gap that existed for nearly a year.
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The Independentscience22 days ago
Schools Report Cafeteria Bullying and Experiment With Phone Bans to Address It
Mental health experts report rising incidents of students photographing peers in school cafeterias and sharing the images online. The practice has prompted some districts to restrict cellphone use during the school day.
vaticannews.vaai22 days ago
Pope Leo XIV encyclical addresses AI risks as Anthropic co-founder attends Vatican event
Pope Leo XIV released his first major written teaching on artificial intelligence. The document outlines concerns about job displacement, military applications, and environmental effects. Anthropic co-founder Chris Olah spoke at the release ceremony.
South China Morning Postai23 days ago
China Introduces National AI Evaluation and Standardization Framework
The central government released guidelines through SAMR and the National Development and Reform Commission to create unified standards for measuring AI models, computing power and data quality.
japantimes.co.jpworld23 days ago
South Korean Official Attends G7 Digital Ministers Meeting in Paris
Second Vice Minister of Science Ryu Je-myung represented South Korea at the G7 digital ministers meeting held in Paris on May 29. The gathering focused on digital policy issues among participating nations.
France 24ai23 days ago
EU Discusses Readiness for Artificial Intelligence Changes
A France 24 program examined whether European Union policies can address the effects of artificial intelligence. The discussion covered potential impacts across daily life and economic sectors.
Newsweektechnology25 days ago
China Expands AI Use in Schools as Platform Plans U.S. Entry
A Chinese AI learning platform reports more than 10 million students enrolled and projects a widening education gap within five years. The company plans to open its first U.S. learning center this summer.
abcnews.go.comfinance25 days ago
New York Intelligence Bureau Flags Anti-Tech Violence as Emerging Threat
The bureau linked the category to opposition against artificial intelligence projects and data centers. Officials have not released specific incidents or arrest figures tied to the designation.
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Reasonpolitics25 days ago
Federal Reports Detail Monitoring of Anti-Technology Protests
Wired obtained more than 1,000 pages of unpublished reports from the Department of Homeland Security, FBI, and fusion centers that outline plans to track individuals and groups expressing opposition to technology.
vaticannews.vaai25 days ago
Pope Leo XIV Issues Encyclical on Artificial Intelligence
Pope Leo XIV released a 42,300-word encyclical Monday that calls for government regulation of AI companies, job protections for workers, and limits on lethal autonomous weapons. The document urges transparency in algorithmic tools used by governments and community involvement in…
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teslarati.comai27 days ago
Anthropic Limits Release of New AI Model Over Security Concerns
Anthropic announced in April that its Claude Mythos model had identified vulnerabilities in major operating systems and browsers. The company restricted access to about 50 trusted organizations under Project Glasswing.
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Forbesai27 days ago
Pope Leo XIV Issues Encyclical on Artificial Intelligence and Technology
Pope Leo XIV released an 83-page encyclical titled Magnifica Humanitas on May 25, 2026. The document addresses artificial intelligence, automation, capitalism, immigration and climate issues.
risky.bizai4 days ago
CBS News Poll: Most Americans Doubt US Government Will Ensure Proper AI Use
A new CBS News/YouGov survey of 2,064 U.S. adults finds two-thirds believe government policy will not ensure AI is used appropriately. Majorities across demographics also expect AI to reduce U.S. jobs.
Engadgettechnology29 days ago
NTSB Removes Accident Reports After AI Voice Recreations Appear Online
The National Transportation Safety Board took its docket system offline after users converted spectrogram images from a UPS crash report into audio of the pilots' final moments. The agency cited federal restrictions on cockpit voice recordings and said it is reviewing the issue.
Semaforpolitics30 days ago
U.S. Government Announces $2 Billion in Quantum Computing Funding
The U.S. government issued letters of intent for $2 billion in grants and investments to nine quantum computing companies. Google, Microsoft, and IonQ were not included in the round.
Axiospolitics31 days ago
Nuclear Regulatory Commission Nears Final Rule on Fusion Energy
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is closing the public comment period on a proposed rule for fusion energy this week. A final regulation is expected as soon as this fall. The rule would treat fusion differently from conventional nuclear fission.
theconservativetreehouse.compolitics29 days ago
Trump Administration Signs Deals for Equity Stakes in Nine Quantum Firms
The U.S. government will provide more than $2 billion to nine quantum computing companies in exchange for minority ownership interests. IBM will receive $1 billion to create a new chip foundry in Albany, New York.
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cnbc.compolitics31 days agoUpdated
Trump Administration to Award $2 Billion in Quantum Computing Grants
The U.S. government will distribute $2 billion in CHIPS Act funding to nine quantum computing companies. IBM is expected to receive half of the total amount.
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manilatimes.netfinance32 days ago
U.S. Government to Award $2 Billion in Grants to Nine Quantum Computing Companies
The Commerce Department plans to distribute $2 billion through the CHIPS Act to nine quantum computing firms. IBM is expected to receive $1 billion while eight other companies share the remainder.
Forbestechnology32 days ago
Airbnb CEO Addresses House Inquiry on Use of Chinese AI Model
Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky responded to a congressional inquiry about the company's use of a Chinese artificial intelligence model for customer service. He stated that the company does not provide data to Chinese firms and relies primarily on open-source models.
flipboard.compolitics32 days ago
Officials Brief AI Companies on Plan to Review Models Before Release
Officials briefed AI companies on a plan to review models before release. The briefing covered procedures for assessing new AI systems ahead of public availability.
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flipboard.comworld33 days ago
Senate Judiciary Committee Advances Bill Restricting AI Chatbots for Minors
The Senate Judiciary Committee approved legislation that would bar companies from providing AI companion chatbots to users under 18. The measure requires age verification and prohibits chatbots from generating explicit content or encouraging self-harm.
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theverge.comtechnology33 days ago
Take It Down Act Requires Platforms to Remove Nonconsensual Imagery Within 48 Hours
The Take It Down Act took full effect on May 19, 2026. The law requires online platforms to remove nonconsensual intimate imagery within 48 hours of a valid request or face civil penalties.
Fox Newsworld33 days ago
Austin Police Arrest Three Teenagers After 12 Shootings Over 24 Hours
Three teenagers were taken into custody after a series of 12 shootings across Austin and nearby areas that injured four people. A retired police officer said the department's prior license plate reader system could have helped track the suspects.