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abcnews.go.comai1 day ago
White House Says It May Use Executive Action on Open-Source AI Models
A senior administration official said July 15 that future steps remain possible to address China-related concerns. The remarks follow an executive order last month that created a voluntary review process including open-source elements.
abcnews.go.comai2 days ago
China's MIIT Starts Building AI Safety Benchmark for Generative Models
China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has begun developing a safety benchmark to evaluate artificial intelligence models. The effort recruits companies and experts with applications due Tuesday after a notice issued Monday.
thezvi.wordpress.comai5 days ago
U.K. Institute Found Jailbreaks in OpenAI GPT-5.6 After U.S. Cleared Its Release
The U.K. AI Security Institute found jailbreaks in OpenAI's new model that enable vulnerability discovery and exploit development. OpenAI released the model on July 9 after publishing a system card summarizing the findings.
azernews.azscience6 days ago
Taliban Bans Smartphones for Government Employees and University Staff Effective June 16
Taliban authorities directed government workers, judges, police and military members to abandon smartphones under a rule that began June 16. The policy permits only basic feature phones and has spread to universities and some hospitals. Npr reported on enforcement and effects on…
news18.comtechnology6 days ago
UN AI for Good Summit Launches 44-Member Commission Amid Protests
The 10th annual AI for Good summit in Geneva featured keynotes, side discussions on technology standards, and a stage protest. The United Nations announced a new commission cochaired by Rwandan president Paul Kagame and Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff.
abcnews.go.comai6 days ago
China Considers Restricting Foreign Access to Top AI Models
Chinese officials have discussed limiting global access to advanced domestic AI systems, including open-source models. Semafor reported the development on July 9, 2026. The move could affect U.S. businesses that rely on low-cost Chinese AI tools.
South China Morning Postai9 days ago
Industry Panel Urges Hong Kong to Focus Five-Year AI Plan on Finance, Healthcare and Urban Development
Industry leaders at a July 7 conference recommended that Hong Kong focus its first five-year artificial intelligence plan on competitive areas such as urban development, healthcare and finance. The advice came during a panel at the South China Morning Post’s China Conference.
coindesk.compolitics9 days ago
Illinois enacts law requiring third-party audits of large AI models
The state became the first to mandate independent safety reviews for AI systems developed by companies earning over $500 million. The measure applies to firms including Anthropic and OpenAI and takes effect immediately.
csmonitor.comai10 days ago
UN Secretary-General Urges Global AI Rules at Inaugural Geneva Dialogue
Antonio Guterres addressed the first UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance on July 6, 2026, in Geneva. He stated that artificial intelligence is advancing faster than rules can match and urged globally harmonized standards. The two-day event focuses on risk mitigation without produ…
cnbc.comai10 days ago
Trump Administration Lifts Export Restrictions on Two Anthropic AI Models After Two Weeks
The Trump administration removed limits on two Anthropic models last week that had been imposed the prior month. It separately asked OpenAI to delay a new series rollout.
The Guardianai14 days agoUpdated
OpenAI in early talks to give 5% stake to U.S. government
OpenAI is discussing a plan to transfer 5% equity to a public investment vehicle. The proposal would also involve other U.S. AI companies and may require congressional approval.
pymnts.comai15 days ago
Anthropic to Restore Global Access to Claude Fable 5 on July 2 While Mythos 5 Stays Limited to Preapproved Users
The company said the Department of Commerce lifted export controls on Fable 5 and Mythos 5. Access will return first on Claude platforms before expanding to cloud services.
abcnews.go.comai15 days ago
UN report links rapid AI spread to global inequality
A United Nations scientific panel released a preliminary report stating that uneven AI adoption could increase disparities between countries. The document offers guidance on infrastructure, literacy, and safety measures while noting concentration of capabilities in a few nations.
upi.comai15 days ago
U.S. Commerce Department Lifts Restrictions on Anthropic AI Models
The Commerce Department ended export controls on Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 on June 30. Anthropic will restore public access starting July 1 after a more than two-week interruption.
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theconservativetreehouse.comai15 days ago
Trump Administration to Restore Access to Anthropic Fable 5 While Keeping Safeguards on Mythos 5
@MarioNawfal reported that the Trump administration plans to restore general user access to Anthropic's Fable 5 model as early as this evening. The step follows partial unlocking of Mythos 5 last Friday and reverses June 12 controls.
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upi.compolitics15 days ago
U.S. Eases Export Controls on Anthropic AI Model After Two-Week Ban
The Commerce Department lifted export restrictions on Anthropic's Mythos model on Friday. OpenAI separately delayed the public release of GPT-5.6 at government request the same day.
abcnews.go.comtechnology16 days ago
House Passes Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act in 267-117 Vote
The U.S. House approved the Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act on Monday by a 267-117 margin. The bill combines elements from 14 prior measures and now heads to the Senate for consideration.
Nbc Newsworld16 days ago
Poll Finds Voters Back Mandatory AI Safety Reviews but Also Favor Outright Ban and Distrust Government Oversight
A survey of 1,007 likely voters conducted June 10-11 shows overwhelming backing for formal safety reviews of powerful AI systems before public release. Republicans expressed stronger support for government testing than Democrats, though majorities in both parties favored oversigh…
slate.comworld17 days ago
Democratic Policy Group Releases Online Child Safety Framework
Project 2029, a liberal policy group formed as a counterweight to Project 2025, released a plan to narrow Section 230 protections and restrict social media access for minors. The proposal includes bans on accounts for children under 16 and limits on data collection.
Engadgetai17 days ago
White House directs staged release of new AI models
The White House asked OpenAI to delay a broad rollout of GPT-5.6 and directed Anthropic to suspend access to two models. Both companies received instructions to release the systems in stages or on a limited basis.
New York Postai17 days ago
Poll Finds Bipartisan Support for Mandatory AI Safety Reviews
A survey of 1,007 likely voters shows most Americans favor required safety testing for advanced AI models before public release. Republicans expressed stronger support than Democrats for government oversight.
msnbc.comai18 days agoUpdated
Anthropic Regains Limited Access to Mythos 5 Model for Select U.S. Users
The company said the government authorized redeployment of its most advanced AI model to a narrow set of cyber defenders and infrastructure providers. Access to the related Fable 5 model remains suspended.
Bloombergworld18 days agoUpdated
Australia Raises Maximum Fine for Social Media Age Ban to A$99 Million
The government will increase the maximum penalty for violations of its under-16 social media ban and expand the regulator's information-gathering powers. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the changes address continued use of the platforms by children.
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Axiospolitics19 days ago
Commerce Department Restores Limited Mythos 5 Access but Keeps Fable 5 Restricted
The Trump administration is close to restoring access to Anthropic's Fable 5 model after a 15-day blackout over security concerns. On June 27 the Commerce Department permitted limited use of Mythos 5 by trusted users.
The Guardianworld19 days ago
Multiple countries enact social media age limits after Australia’s December ban
Australia’s December ban on social media for children under 16 has prompted similar measures in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Britain. France, Austria, and Norway have also adjusted age thresholds or school policies. The overall effect of these restrictions on youth usage remains unde…
New York Postai19 days agoUpdated
U.S. Permits Anthropic to Restore Limited Mythos 5 Access
The government has authorized limited redeployment of the Mythos 5 model to approved U.S. cyber defenders and infrastructure providers. Access to Fable 5 remains blocked after an earlier national security directive.
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digitaltrends.comtechnology19 days ago
OpenAI Delays GPT-5.6 Release After White House Request
OpenAI postponed the rollout of its GPT-5.6 models at the request of the White House. The company said the delay is temporary while a cybersecurity review process is developed.
app.buzzsumo.comai19 days ago
New AI models can plan and execute simulated network takeovers
Two recent AI systems demonstrated the ability to independently seize control of a simulated corporate network. Officials restricted public access to one model over national security concerns. An AI security researcher discussed the broader implications for defenders and attacker…
diggers.newsworld20 days ago
Zambia Postpones RightsCon 2026 Citing National Values Alignment
The Zambian government postponed RightsCon 2026, scheduled to share a host city with the UNESCO World Press Freedom Day Global Conference in Lusaka. Access Now attributed the decision to foreign interference linked to Chinese diplomatic pressure over Taiwanese participation.
app.buzzsumo.comai20 days ago
U.S. Expands AI Bloc to 35 Countries While Export Controls on Its Own Models Stall Allied Purchases
The State Department expanded its Pax Silica initiative this week. Thirty-five countries signed the Declaration on AI Opportunity amid export controls on Anthropic models and competition from Chinese AI offerings.
The Independenttechnology19 days agoUpdated
Australia Plans to Strengthen Laws Banning Children Under 16 From Social Media
The government announced plans to reinforce the ban after data showed most children under 16 still hold accounts on major platforms. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said officials are reviewing whether existing laws and the eSafety Commissioner's powers are sufficient. The legisl…
medianama.comai20 days ago
OpenAI to Limit Initial GPT 5.6 Access Following Government Review
OpenAI will release its newest model only to approved partners after federal agencies requested a restricted rollout. The company plans a broader release weeks later if the preview succeeds.
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Wiredai21 days ago
White House Holds Calls With Anthropic After Replacing CEO in Meetings
The Trump administration has held multiple calls with Anthropic in recent days after replacing CEO Dario Amodei with cofounder Tom Brown in discussions about re-releasing the Claude Fable 5 AI model. Export controls remain in place on the company's most powerful models.
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Tech-Affiliated Super PACs Spend Tens of Millions in Midterm Races
Two super PACs backed by AI companies have raised and spent more than $200 million combined to support candidates in the 2026 midterm elections. One group favors lighter regulation while the other backs candidates focused on AI safety.
upi.comai22 days ago
Cohere CEO says foreign AI access poses national security risk
The head of a Canadian AI firm stated that governments should own their own AI systems rather than rely on foreign providers. He cited recent U.S. restrictions on model access as an example of the risk.
manilatimes.netai23 days ago
Kazakhstan Opens AI Center and Signs $2 Billion Computing Hub Deal
The government opened a spherical AI facility in Astana and signed an agreement to build a 100 MW sovereign AI hub. Officials also declared 2026 the Year of Digitalisation and Artificial Intelligence and passed the region's first comprehensive AI law.
Science Newsai24 days ago
Five Eyes agencies say frontier AI models near advanced cyber capabilities
Cybersecurity agencies from Australia, the United States, the United Kingdom, New Zealand and Canada issued a joint statement warning that frontier AI models could exceed current expectations within months. The statement followed a U.S. decision to restrict foreign nationals from…
forbes.comfinance24 days 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.
forbes.comfinance24 days 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.
news.sky.comai25 days ago
Trump Says He No Longer Views Anthropic as National Security Threat
President Trump stated in a June 19 interview that Anthropic is no longer considered a national security threat after meeting its CEO at the G7 summit.
motherjones.comtechnology26 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.
theverge.comfinance27 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.comai27 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.
Benzingaai27 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 Timesai28 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 Timesai28 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.comai28 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.comai29 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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Newsweektechnology29 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.
Rapplerai30 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.comai30 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.
Fortunefinance30 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.
world31 days ago
UK Government to Block Social Media Access for Under-16s
The government announced plans to prohibit children under 16 from using major social media platforms. The measure is scheduled to take effect by early next year and will also restrict certain gaming features and AI chatbots.
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sbs.com.auai31 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.
Benzingapolitics31 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 Timesai31 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.comai31 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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680news.comai31 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 Jazeeraai31 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.pkai30 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.