On July 11, 2026, demonstrators gathered in San Francisco for the ‘Stop the AI Race’ protest march. Karl Mondon captured the event for AFP via Getty Images. The core message was to draw attention to the accelerating development of autonomous AI systems, where safety measures appear to lag behind. The resignation of AI researcher Jacob […]
Beware of Scams Through Voice Assistants Asking Siri to call your credit card company might seem as routine as checking the weather. You say the company name, and Siri finds the number. However, for Virginia, an 82-year-old woman from Concord, Massachusetts, this simple task nearly resulted in a financial disaster. Virginia thought she had asked […]
A new legislative proposal in Congress seeks to transition the United States towards a 32-hour standard workweek. Introduced by independent Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont and Democratic Representative Mark Takano of California, this act envisions sharing productivity gains from artificial intelligence and automation with workers. Details of the Thirty-Two Hour Workweek Act The proposed act […]
Apple recently introduced its foldable iPhone Duo, priced at $1,999, generating significant attention from consumers. This new device features a dual-screen capability and an ultra-thin design, offering a novel smartphone experience. During the announcement on ‘Varney & Co.’, Taylor Riggs highlighted the unique features of the iPhone Duo. Host Stuart Varney expressed his excitement over […]
The summer of 1974 saw scientists pausing their groundbreaking work on recombinant DNA. This new technology allowed for the combination of genetic material from different organisms. Concerns arose about the impact if an engineered organism escaped a lab. Under Stanford biochemist Paul Berg, a committee advised halting research until safe methods were established. By February […]
Warnings about artificial intelligence capabilities are increasing, with the OpenAI-Hugging Face hack serving as a pivotal moment. Experts express concerns over the world’s ability to safely develop powerful AI systems. Marius Hobbhahn, co-founder and CEO of AI safety company Apollo Research, stated, “We will soon have even more powerful agents and this is clear evidence […]
Artificial intelligence continues to evolve, shifting from a peripheral concern to a central focus within the technology industry. AI ‘agents’ now demonstrate remarkable accomplishments, raising both curiosity and caution. Recently, San Francisco was the setting for the ‘Stop the AI Race’ protest march. Participants voiced their concerns about AI developments and made their presence felt […]
Apple has long been synonymous with American innovation, transforming computers, music, and phones into essentials of modern life. Financially, Apple thrives as one of the world’s most successful entities. Yet, critics increasingly question whether the company still leads in innovation. John Ternus, in his early days as Apple’s chief executive, confronted this narrative at the […]
Jacob Coxon, a former Anthropic researcher, has raised concerns about the potential dangers of artificial intelligence. Speaking on ‘Special Report,’ he emphasized the importance of regulation to avoid catastrophic consequences. Coxon announced his resignation on X, citing the irresponsible actions of companies in the pursuit of self-improving AI as a major concern. He warned that […]
As AI data centers expand across rural America, opposition grows. Some propose solutions to share wealth from these centers with local residents. The Bitcoin Policy Institute suggests “data center dividends.” This involves sharing property tax revenue from AI data centers directly with nearby households. The aim is to provide annual payments between $4,500 and $8,900 […]