Pentagon's AI chief declares Elon Musk's Grok AI data centers vital for US defense, comparing them to munitions plants. Grok is part of Palantir's Maven Smart Systems, used for targeting and military planning. This declaration supports the Trump administration's intervention in a lawsuit against xAI's Memphis data centers over environmental concerns.
Pentagon's AI chief declared Elon Musk's Grok AI integral to US defense, comparing its data centers to munitions plants. The AI supports targeting and intelligence systems like Palantir's Maven Smart Systems, crucial for operations like 'Operation Epic Fury'. Concerns arise over environmental lawsuits impacting xAI's facilities.
Brazil's top foreign policy adviser, Celso Amorim, stated that the AI race is a two-power contest between the US and China, with Latin America and Europe sidelined. He proposed Brazil should draw capital and technology from both sides, utilizing BRICS and the Global South to maintain balance.
A Pentagon official stated in a sworn affidavit that the Trump administration used Elon Musk's Grok AI chatbot to launch over 2,000 missiles at targets in Iran within 96 hours. This admission comes amid a lawsuit alleging xAI data centers illegally pollute Black communities and highlights concerns over AI in warfare.
The Department of Justice has asked a federal court to dismiss a lawsuit filed by the NAACP against xAI, Elon Musk's AI lab now owned by SpaceX. The DOJ cited national security concerns, arguing the suit threatens "American national, economic, and energy security" by potentially halting AI innovation.
The Justice Department has intervened in a lawsuit against Elon Musk's xAI, arguing that the Grok AI platform is vital for national security and that the NAACP's suit to halt its power plant threatens AI innovation and military operations.
Anthropic's advanced AI models, Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5, were taken offline following a US government directive restricting "any foreign national" from using them due to national security risks. Experts argue this is a temporary measure, as similar AI capabilities are likely to emerge from other companies and open-source developers soon.
The Justice Department has intervened in a lawsuit against Elon Musk's xAI, arguing that the Grok AI platform is crucial for national security and that the NAACP's challenge to its data center's power plant threatens AI innovation and military operations.
France's Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu announced that ChapsVision will replace Palantir for DGSI's large-scale data processing, aiming to build "real autonomy" and avoid strategic dependencies in the digital sphere.
France's government is replacing US firm Palantir with French company ChapsVision for large-scale data processing by the DGSI, aiming to reduce strategic dependencies in the digital sphere and build AI autonomy.
A conspiracy theory about scientists dying or disappearing is traced back to a 1977 British mock-documentary called 'Alternative 3', created by David Ambrose. Despite being a fictional drama, it was taken seriously by many and has since fueled various conspiracy narratives.
Palestine Action co-founder Huda Ammori expressed confidence in overturning the group's terrorism ban, vowing victory in courts or "on the streets." The Court of Appeal upheld the ban, reversing a High Court decision. Ammori criticized the ruling and highlighted the "political" nature of the case.
The US and Iran have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) electronically, aiming to end fighting on all fronts, including Lebanon. The deal, announced by US President Donald Trump, also seeks to ensure the Strait of Hormuz remains open.
A report by Semafor suggests a China-linked group may have accessed Anthropic's Mythos AI model, potentially influencing US export restrictions on the company's latest AI systems. Concerns over national security risks and AI replication capabilities are cited.
Taiwan has launched a new website for mainland Chinese citizens to securely report intelligence, drawing skepticism from opposition lawmakers and online commenters. The initiative, modeled on practices in the US, UK, and Israel, aims to leverage public dissatisfaction in mainland China over economic, political, and social issues.
Taiwan has launched a new website for mainland Chinese citizens to securely report intelligence, modeled on US, UK, and Israeli practices. The initiative aims to leverage public dissatisfaction in China over economic, political, and social issues, but faces skepticism from opposition lawmakers and online commenters.
India's DRDO successfully flight-tested the indigenously developed Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM) off the Odisha coast. The test met all objectives, validating critical technologies and enhancing India's long-range precision strike capability.
Hong Kong transport authorities are exploring secure data storage for ride-hailing platforms to comply with new regulations taking effect in August, emphasizing data privacy and national security. Operators must obtain user approval for data use and adhere to strict privacy rules.
The US and Iran are set to sign a preliminary peace deal in Switzerland on Friday, described as a "memorandum of understanding." While not a final agreement, it aims to pave the way for negotiations on key issues like Iran's nuclear program and sanctions, though preconditions and threats of renewed strikes remain.
Canadian PM Mark Carney criticized Washington's restriction on Anthropic's AI models, calling it a "wake-up call" for diversification. The US government banned foreign nationals from accessing Anthropic's advanced Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI systems, citing national security concerns, prompting Carney to emphasize the risks of depending on a few US providers.
AI firm Anthropic has sent senior technical staff to Washington to meet with White House officials to resolve a dispute over national security concerns that led to restrictions on its advanced AI models, Mythos 5 and Fable 5.
Despite a year of complaints, Pune's Air Force Station and civilian airport are surrounded by open garbage dumping, attracting birds and increasing the risk of dangerous bird-aircraft collisions. Civic authorities have failed to enforce waste management, posing a threat to aviation safety and public health.
The White House reportedly restricted exports of Anthropic's AI models, Mythos and Fable, due to fears of Chinese government access, posing a national security risk. Anthropic denies the government raised China concerns.
Il Consiglio Supremo per la Sicurezza Nazionale iraniano ha avvertito che una risposta è "imminente" dopo l'attacco israeliano contro Hezbollah nella periferia meridionale di Beirut, dichiarando che "la violazione delle linee rosse della Repubblica Islamica non sarà tollerata".
