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Bernie Sanders Demands Urgent AI Safety Regulations to Prevent Job Losses and Surveillance
US Senator Bernie Sanders warned that rapid artificial intelligence advances could cause severe job disruptions and surveillance, calling for urgent safety regulations and a temporary pause on super-intelligence development.
UAE Cyber Security Chief Reveals Hacker Demanded Over $5 Million in Private Firm Extortion Attempt
The UAE's cyber security chief, Dr Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, disclosed that a hacker demanded a $5 million ransom after breaching a private company. Speaking at the Arab Media Summit in Dubai, he also highlighted growing concerns over AI-driven threats and fifth-generation warfare.
UAE's Space42 and Viasat Launch Equatys to Pioneer Affordable Global Satellite Phone Coverage
Space42 and Viasat have committed $1 billion to launch Equatys, a shared infrastructure platform designed to provide affordable direct-to-device mobile satellite coverage globally.
Amazon Web Services Permanently Abandons Bahrain and UAE Data Zones Following Iranian Attacks
Amazon Web Services has announced it cannot restore operations at damaged data zones in Bahrain and the UAE following Iranian attacks, advising customers to migrate to alternative regions.
UK, US, and Dutch Agencies Warn Iran is Using Spyware to Target Dissidents Abroad
Intelligence agencies from the UK, US, and the Netherlands have warned that Iranian government spyware is targeting dissidents, journalists, and activists on messaging platforms.
Bipartisan Leaders Gather at Washington Summit as Donald Trump Dismisses AI Safety Concerns as a 'Hoax'
Lawmakers and experts gathered at a Washington summit to demand AI regulations, while US President Donald Trump dismissed safety warnings as a hoax.
UAE Minister Warns of Dual Threat from Iranian Missiles and AI-Powered Misinformation
UAE Minister of State Noura Al Kaabi warned at the Arab Media Summit in Dubai that Iranian attacks extend beyond physical strikes to include AI-driven misinformation and fake news.
UAE Schools Gear Up for Under-15s Social Media Ban with Enhanced Digital Safety Programs
UAE schools are preparing students for upcoming under-15 social media restrictions by emphasizing digital safety, responsible online behavior, and managing screen time in partnership with parents.
Trump Rejects AI Slowdown to Counter China as Beijing Proposes Open Collaboration
US President Donald Trump has rejected calls to slow down artificial intelligence development in order to maintain a lead over China, while Beijing advocates for open source collaboration amid escalating superpower tensions.
Trump Interrupts Nvidia CEO Call to Dismiss AI Fears as a Hoax
Trump interrupted Nvidia CEO during a call to declare that concerns surrounding artificial intelligence are a hoax.
Gates Foundation Praises UAE's AI Vision and Agricultural Tech Initiatives in New Report
The Gates Foundation has praised the UAE's leadership in artificial intelligence and agricultural technology, announcing major investments to ensure AI benefits lower-income economies globally.
How the Convergence of Electrification and Digitalisation is Transforming Middle East Infrastructure
Amel Chadli of Schneider Electric discusses how merging electrification with digitalisation is driving efficiency, resilience, and sustainability across Middle East infrastructure.
Elon Musk’s X Corp and SpaceXAI Drop Antitrust Lawsuit Against Apple
Elon Musk’s X Corp and SpaceXAI have voluntarily dismissed their antitrust lawsuit against Apple, though legal claims against OpenAI will continue.
Trump Dismisses AI Oversight Calls as a 'SICK Conspiracy' Benefiting China, Sparking Global Stock Drop
US President Donald Trump dismissed calls for AI oversight as a conspiracy favoring China, while global AI stocks plunged following severe industry warnings.
Donald Trump Claims Artificial Intelligence Only Needs a 'High IQ' President for Regulation
US President Donald Trump dismissed calls for strict artificial intelligence regulation, claiming on social media that the only guardrail needed is a high-IQ president while tech executives and lawmakers warn of growing risks.
China Dismisses AI 'Threat Narratives' and Calls for Worldwide Collaboration Amid Red Sea Tensions
China calls for international cooperation while rejecting AI threat narratives, as discussions also touch upon potential US intervention in the Red Sea.
The 'Silent Cold War': How AI Chip Restrictions and Safety Warnings Fuel US-China Tensions
Tensions between the US and China escalate as tech leaders urge restrictions on AI advancement and chip sales, prompting accusations of a 'silent Cold War' from Beijing.
As US Pursues Isolationist AI Policies, Middle Powers Explore Collaborative Alliances
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is promoting an alliance of middle powers during his European visit to help nations counter the fracturing global order and secure technological sovereignty in AI.
UAE's Space42 and US Firm Viasat Launch $1 Billion Satellite Venture to Connect Smartphones in Remote Areas
UAE-based Space42 and California's Viasat have committed $1 billion to launch Equatys, a satellite communications platform designed to connect smartphones in areas without terrestrial mobile coverage by 2029.
Lethal Autonomy: How Russia and Ukraine Are Pioneering AI-Driven Warfare
Russia and Ukraine are accelerating the deployment of AI-powered autonomous drones and battlefield management systems, raising significant ethical and tactical questions in modern warfare.
Anthropic AI Researcher Jacob Coxon Resigns, Amplifying Industry-Wide Safety Concerns
The resignation of Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon has intensified growing internal and public concerns among AI professionals across major tech companies regarding safety standards and the rapid pace of development.
Israeli Quadcopter Creates Terror in Gaza City Residences
A video report examines the potential existential threats of artificial intelligence within a decade alongside events involving an Israeli quadcopter in Gaza City.
Trump Rejects AI Slowdown Calls, Emphasizing US Dominance Over China
US President Donald Trump has rejected calls from leading tech executives to slow down artificial intelligence development, stressing the importance of maintaining the US lead over China.
Weighing the Balance: The Five Major Pros and Cons of Artificial Intelligence
An examination of the five major advantages and disadvantages of artificial intelligence, highlighting its impact on productivity, employment, security, and resource consumption.