US may start reviewing AI models before release as concerns grow
The US government is considering a major shift in how it handles artificial intelligence, with discussions underway about reviewing new AI models before they are released to the public. For years, the approach had been largely hands-off. But that may be changing. The idea is to look at how new AI systems are developed and
Instagram introduces ‘AI creator’ tag
Instagram has introduced a new feature to help users identify content made using artificial intelligence. It is an optional label, which users can add to their profiles to show that their content is created or edited with AI. For now, the feature is available to a limited set of users and is expected to roll
The rise of cyberattacks beyond the battlefield
When Iran’s internet traffic dropped to just 1-4% of normal levels after coordinated US-Israeli strikes in late February, the country didn’t simply go offline it all but disappeared from the global internet, according to network monitoring data cited by cybersecurity firms. But even as connectivity inside Iran collapsed, the cyber conflict didn’t. It spilled outward.
Elon Musk hit with $1.5m fine in Twitter purchase
Elon Musk and the US Securities and Exchange Commission settled the civil lawsuit the SEC filed last year, accusing the billionaire of delaying disclosures tied to the initial purchase of stock in what was formerly known as Twitter. Filings were signed by attorneys backing both the SEC and the Tesla CEO on Monday (US time).
US and Iran exchange taunts as the strait of Hormuz remain closed
A sharp escalation in attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf is threatening the shaky ceasefire between Iran and the United States as the two sides struggle to make progress in talks on a lasting end to the war. Iran accused the U.S. of ceasefire violations and issued new warnings Tuesday after
WhatsApp vulnerabilities
Meta has disclosed two security vulnerabilities affecting WhatsApp, highlighting potential risks for users across platforms. The issues, identified through the company’s bug bounty program, have now been fixed, and there is no evidence of exploitation so far. However, the advisory underlines the importance of keeping apps updated to stay protected. The first vulnerability, tracked as
Meta acquires Assured Robot Intelligence
Meta Platforms has acquired Assured Robot Intelligence (ARI), a startup working on humanoid robots powered by artificial intelligence. The deal, confirmed by the company, brings ARI’s team into Meta’s Superintelligence Labs and Robotics Studio, strengthening its efforts in whole‑body humanoid control and self‑learning systems.The acquisition comes as Meta increases its capital expenditure for 2026 to
Trump exempts doctors from travel ban
The Trump administration reversed course on one of the more consequential consequences of its travel ban, quietly, without a press release, and with no direct notification to those affected.When the administration imposed the travel ban, it paused all immigration processing for applicants from the affected countries, visas, work permits, Green Cards, everything. Physicians already working
European leaders see Trump’s troop drawdown from Germany
European leaders on Monday said that US President Donald Trump’s snap decision to pull thousands of US troops out of Germany came as a surprise but is a fresh sign that Europe must take care of its own security.The Pentagon announced last week that it would pull some 5,000 troops out of Germany, but Trump
Malaysia to press on with Gaza humanitarian mission
The government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the humanitarian mission to Gaza despite the detention of Global Sumud Flotilla 2.0 (GSF2.0) participants. He noted that the humanitarian mission is not limited to Muslims but involves participants from Europe and the Nusantara region in efforts to break the blockade on Gaza and raise global awareness.