A United Nations scientific panel has warned that artificial intelligence offers enormous global benefits but also poses significant risks if left unchecked. The findings appear in the panel’s first independent assessment of AI. The report urges governments to strengthen oversight as the technology advances faster than regulation. The report will be presented to governments during […]
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Ford brings back veteran engineers to strengthen vehicle quality
Ford has hired 350 experienced engineers after concluding that artificial intelligence and automated quality systems alone could not consistently deliver the high manufacturing standards the company expected. The move reflects a renewed focus on combining human expertise with advanced technology to improve vehicle quality. Company Chief Operating Officer Kumar Galhotra said Ford had increasingly relied […]
US eases restrictions on Anthropic Claude Mythos AI model
The United States government has allowed AI company Anthropic to restore access to its advanced Claude Mythos 5 AI model for a limited group of trusted organisations, partially reversing restrictions imposed earlier this month over national security concerns. Anthropic announced that more than 100 approved US organisations, including several Fortune 500 companies and institutions involved […]
Apple raises prices across major devices
Apple has significantly increased prices for several of its major devices as rising artificial intelligence costs reshape the technology market. The hike affects MacBooks, iPads, Mac Studio, Mac Mini, HomePod, and Apple TV devices. Consumers and businesses may face higher costs for Apple products worldwide. According to international media reports, the price increase is largely […]
Google DeepMind, A24 partner to explore AI-powered filmmaking
California: Google DeepMind and independent film studio A24 have announced a new partnership aimed at exploring how artificial intelligence can support filmmakers and creative professionals in developing new storytelling tools and production workflows. The collaboration, unveiled on Monday, will focus on researching ways AI can assist artists while ensuring that creators remain actively involved in […]
Five Eyes warns AI could outpace cybersecurity threats within months
London: The Five Eyes intelligence alliance has warned that rapid advances in AI could outpace existing cybersecurity measures within months, raising concerns about increased risks from AI-enabled cyberattacks. In a joint advisory issued by security agencies from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Canada and New Zealand, officials said the speed of AI development is […]
Report claims majority of TikTok content is AI-generated
A new report has claimed that a significant portion of content on TikTok is now generated using artificial intelligence, raising concerns about the platform’s algorithm and its impact on users, particularly children. According to a study by US-based company Capwing, around 60% of videos viewed by TikTok users are AI-generated. The report suggests that this […]
Musk predicts AI will surpass human intelligence soon
Tech billionaire Elon Musk has once again made bold predictions about the future of artificial intelligence (AI), saying the technology is advancing so rapidly that it could surpass overall human intelligence within the next few years. Responding to a user on social media platform X, Musk stated that AI is likely to move beyond human […]
Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok linked to US military strikes on Iran
WASHINGTON: Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok has been used by the United States military in operations against Iran, according to a legal filing submitted by the US government and reviewed by AFP. The disclosure emerged in a June 15 court brief defending the power supply of a major xAI data center that is facing an […]
Meta introduces major AI-powered updates to Facebook
Meta has announced a series of major AI-powered updates for Facebook as the company seeks to boost user engagement and strengthen its position in the rapidly evolving AI landscape. In a blog post, Meta unveiled several new features designed to transform how users search for information, create content and interact with others on the social […]