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fromTNW | Google
1 day ago
Tech industry

580+ Google employees including DeepMind researchers urge Pichai to refuse classified Pentagon AI deal

fromThe Verge
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

Google and Pentagon reportedly agree deal for 'any lawful' use of AI

fromTechCrunch
20 hours ago
Artificial intelligence

Google expands Pentagon's access to its AI after Anthropic's refusal | TechCrunch

fromEngadget
22 hours ago
Artificial intelligence

Google and the Pentagon sign classified deal to give the Department of Defense unfettered access to its AI models

fromThe Verge
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

Google employees ask Sundar Pichai to say no to classified military AI use

Tech industry
fromTNW | Google
1 day ago

580+ Google employees including DeepMind researchers urge Pichai to refuse classified Pentagon AI deal

Over 580 Google employees urge CEO Sundar Pichai to reject classified military AI work for the Pentagon due to ethical concerns.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Google and Pentagon reportedly agree deal for 'any lawful' use of AI

Google has signed a deal allowing the US Department of Defense to use its AI models for lawful government purposes amid employee concerns over ethical implications.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
20 hours ago

Google expands Pentagon's access to its AI after Anthropic's refusal | TechCrunch

Google has allowed the U.S. Department of Defense access to its AI for classified networks, despite employee opposition and concerns over ethical use.
Artificial intelligence
fromEngadget
22 hours ago

Google and the Pentagon sign classified deal to give the Department of Defense unfettered access to its AI models

Google has signed a deal with the US Department of Defense to use its AI models for lawful government purposes, with concerns over oversight and control.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Google employees ask Sundar Pichai to say no to classified military AI use

Over 600 Google employees demand the company block Pentagon use of its AI models for classified purposes.
Startup companies
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Anduril isn't just building the future of warfare; it's redesigning it

Anduril, founded in 2017, develops innovative defense technology and aims to secure significant government contracts, positioning itself as a modern product company.
France politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 hour ago

How Hezbollah's fibre optic drones test Israel's sophisticated radar system

Hezbollah's new FPV attack drones are immune to jamming and radar, effectively bypassing Israel's defense systems.
fromMail Online
1 hour ago

Robot goes rogue at school sports day, as handlers drag it away

The robot could be seen performing dance moves and martial arts kicks on a sports field. However, it all began to fall apart as students ran onto the pitch to perform a synchronised dance routine with the bot.
Education
Science
fromFast Company
3 hours ago

A key weapon in America's 'Golden Dome' defense shield is taking shape

The U.S. is developing a high-energy laser weapon system to enhance missile defense capabilities against cruise missiles.
#drones
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

AI capabilities are needed to counter drone threats, senator says

The U.S. must adopt new AI capabilities to counter the growing threat of unmanned drones used by foreign adversaries.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

AI capabilities are needed to counter drone threats, senator says

The U.S. must adopt new AI capabilities to counter the growing threat of unmanned drones used by foreign adversaries.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
14 hours ago

Protecting U.S. Critical Infrastructure as Global Tensions Rise

Geopolitical tensions necessitate enhanced security measures for critical infrastructure to mitigate indirect threats and improve situational awareness.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 hour ago

Families sue OpenAI over failure to report Canada mass shooter's behavior on ChatGPT

The lawsuits allege that the violent intentions of the shooter, identified as 18-year-old Jesse Van Rootselaar, were well-known to OpenAI. Employees at the company flagged the shooter's account eight months before the attack and determined that it posed a credible and specific threat of gun violence against real people.
Canada news
Washington DC
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Congressmen call for National Guard to address drone threat at World Cup

Congressmen urge immediate action to secure airspace over World Cup 2026 host cities against potential drone threats.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 day ago

Men arrested over Kensington Gardens drone incident bailed

Two men arrested in connection with a drone incident linked to Iran have been released, while investigations continue into related threats and arson incidents.
Environment
fromMedium
16 hours ago

What is AI really costing the planet?

AI interactions consume significant energy, raising environmental concerns due to the electricity used by data centers.
Medicine
fromWIRED
20 hours ago

The UK's Answer to Darpa Wants to Rewire the Human Brain

ARIA aims to develop precise neurotechnologies to address various neurological disorders through innovative funding and research initiatives.
Software development
fromDevOps.com
1 day ago

The Code Doesn't Care Who Wrote It: Why Context, Not AI Fear, Will Define Modern Application Security - DevOps.com

AI is now integral to software development, enhancing productivity despite existing corporate policies that restrict its use.
Germany news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

The Air Force is signaling interest in camouflage nets that can hide troops and vehicles from thermal sensors

The US Air Force is seeking advanced camouflage netting to protect troops and equipment from thermal imaging at a German air base.
fromHarvard Business Review
2 days ago

The Future Is Shrouded in an AI Fog

Confidence in a specific vision of the future is the foundation for long-term investment. You purchase a 30-year bond when you believe in the solvency of the issuer.
Venture
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

SafetyMode warns MPs of 'false choice' on child smartphone safety as global pressure mounts

SafetyMode advocates for on-device technology to balance children's smartphone safety and access to the digital economy.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Ukraine's fight shows the West why cheap robots could matter more than armored vehicles in a long war, arms maker says

Ukraine's conflict illustrates the need for cheaper, replaceable military systems over expensive armored vehicles in prolonged warfare.
US news
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 days ago

The Dangerous Trade of State Secrets

Master Sgt. Gannon Ken Van Dyke faces charges of wire fraud and misuse of national defense information in New York.
fromFortune
3 days ago

Why the key to American drone dominance lies with blockchain | Fortune

The drone threat is no longer confined to distant battlefields. It is coming to American soil, and the targets are no longer necessarily military targets.
Cryptocurrency
Mission District
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Two Delivery Bots Blunder Into the Middle of a Police Incident, Have Awkward Standoff

Delivery robots often create disruptions and safety concerns in urban environments.
#autonomous-vehicles
Cars
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Mowing Down Simulated Elephants Could Help Self-Driving Cars Prepare For the Chaos of Real Life Streets

New benchmark for testing self-driving cars introduces random scenarios to improve model robustness and address limitations in current training methods.
Cars
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Mowing Down Simulated Elephants Could Help Self-Driving Cars Prepare For the Chaos of Real Life Streets

New benchmark for testing self-driving cars introduces random scenarios to improve model robustness and address limitations in current training methods.
fromFortune
3 days ago

SpaceX, Anduril among companies to win Golden Dome contracts | Fortune

"Adversary capabilities are advancing rapidly, and our acquisition strategies must move even faster to counter the growing speed and maneuverability of modern missile threats," Space Force Col. Bryon McClain said in a statement.
European startups
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
5 days ago

SpaceX just got pulled into the biggest Weapons Program in U.S. history

SpaceX is developing core software for the Golden Dome missile defense system, focusing on satellite communications integration with other defense companies.
#ai-security
fromAxios
16 hours ago
Artificial intelligence

Exclusive: OpenAI, Anthropic meet with House Homeland Security behind closed doors on cyber threats

fromSecurityWeek
2 days ago
Information security

Malicious AI Prompt Injection Attacks Increasing, but Sophistication Still Low: Google

Artificial intelligence
fromAxios
16 hours ago

Exclusive: OpenAI, Anthropic meet with House Homeland Security behind closed doors on cyber threats

Anthropic and OpenAI are collaborating with federal agencies to address cybersecurity risks associated with their AI models.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
2 days ago

Malicious AI Prompt Injection Attacks Increasing, but Sophistication Still Low: Google

Google's research reveals an increase in indirect prompt injection attacks on AI, though their sophistication remains relatively low.
Privacy professionals
fromArs Technica
2 hours ago

School-shooting lawsuits accuse OpenAI of hiding violent ChatGPT users

OpenAI failed to report a ChatGPT user linked to a mass shooting, prioritizing privacy over safety, leading to multiple lawsuits.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 hours ago

Five charts that show the rise of global militarisation

In 2025, the five biggest military spenders were the United States ($954bn), China ($336bn), Russia ($190bn), Germany ($114bn) and India ($92bn), accounting for more than half (58 percent) of world military spending.
World politics
fromWIRED
4 hours ago

When Robots Have Their ChatGPT Moment, Remember These Pincers

A robot's claw hurtles toward a light bulb on a table. I wince, waiting for the crunch. But suddenly the claw decelerates. It starts gingerly pawing around the table, as if searching for its glasses on the nightstand.
Science
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

Sevii Launches Cyber Swarm Defense to Make Agentic AI Security Costs Predictable

Predictable budgets and on-demand defensive agentic AI can now be aligned despite historical incompatibility.
#cybersecurity
Information security
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago

Are tech leaders risking a cyber resourcing crisis? | Computer Weekly

Cybersecurity professionals face low pay rises and high job dissatisfaction, risking a talent crisis despite the growing demand for their skills.
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

These AI-Powered Surveillance Cameras Are Everywhere-and People Have Had Enough

The surveillance infrastructure being built right now is one of the defining stories of the 21st century. Twenty years from now, people will point to this era as one when the relationship between the state and the individual was permanently renegotiated.
Privacy technologies
fromTNW | Next-Featured
3 days ago
Venture

Foundation Future Industries wins $24M Pentagon contracts for humanoid robot soldiers, backed by Eric Trump and tested in Ukraine

Foundation Future Industries secured $24 million in Pentagon contracts to test humanoid robots for military applications, facing scrutiny over its leadership and funding.
fromTheregister
4 days ago

DARPA seeks deep-sea drones for autonomous warfare push

The program will leverage advancements in materials, manufacturing, and next-generation structural and mechanical design technologies to dramatically reduce the size, cost, and development time of deep-ocean systems.
European startups
Artificial intelligence
fromAxios
4 hours ago

Behind the Curtain: We've been warned

The rapid advancement of AI technology poses significant risks and uncertainties that require urgent attention and responsible leadership.
#ai
Artificial intelligence
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Opinion: 3 Main Drivers Will Define the Next Phase of the AI Race - and Only a Few Companies Actually Have Them

AI trade is revitalizing, with semiconductor companies leading due to strong demand and evolving AI technologies.
Artificial intelligence
fromAxios
12 hours ago

Scoop: White House workshops plan to bring back Anthropic

The White House is working on an executive action to improve relations with Anthropic amid ongoing legal disputes and AI deployment discussions.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
6 days ago

AI Can Autonomously Hack Cloud Systems With Minimal Oversight: Researchers

AI systems can autonomously hack cloud environments, demonstrating advanced capabilities in executing sophisticated attacks without specific instructions.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
3 days ago

Experts Warn of AI Swarms Hijacking Democracy With Fake Citizens

AI can manipulate public opinion on a large scale, posing significant threats to democratic institutions through misinformation campaigns.
Artificial intelligence
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Opinion: 3 Main Drivers Will Define the Next Phase of the AI Race - and Only a Few Companies Actually Have Them

AI trade is revitalizing, with semiconductor companies leading due to strong demand and evolving AI technologies.
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Boeing's autonomous Navy refueling drone takes flight

The MQ-25A is the most complex autonomous system ever developed for the carrier environment, and this historic achievement advances us closer to safely integrating the Stingray into the carrier air wing.
Science
World politics
fromFortune
2 days ago

The 'obscene economics' of modern warfare show how the race to military supremacy is transforming, while U.S. rearmament relies on China | Fortune

The Iran conflict has shifted military procurement towards cheap, mass-produced weapons, challenging traditional Western military strategies.
Privacy professionals
fromFuturism
18 hours ago

Police Are Using AI Camera Networks to Stalk Women

Police officers misuse automated license plate readers to stalk romantic interests, with numerous cases reported across the US since 2024.
Venture
fromAlleyWatch
6 days ago

Drones & Robotics AI Summit 2026: Entering the Quantum Era of Autonomy

Physical AI is advancing rapidly, with significant investments and innovations reshaping warfare and technology.
#agentic-ai
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
22 hours ago

The Mythos Moment: Enterprises Must Fight Agents with Agents

Agentic AI poses significant cyber risks by autonomously identifying and exploiting software vulnerabilities, necessitating advanced defensive measures.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
5 days ago

Why Cybersecurity Must Rethink Defense in the Age of Autonomous Agents

Agentic AI is transforming cybersecurity, presenting both opportunities for defenders and risks for attackers, necessitating a strategic response from the industry.
Science
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Why aircraft carriers are the best (and worst) place for laser weapons

The USS George HW Bush successfully tested a high-energy laser weapon, marking a significant advancement in naval directed energy capabilities.
Artificial intelligence
fromAxios
20 hours ago

How Cyber Command is building its AI cyber war playbook

Cyber Command is building flexible infrastructure to utilize various AI models, regardless of origin, to enhance cyber operations.
#ai-governance
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

Electric Motorcycles and Scooters Face Hacking Risks to Security and Rider Safety

Electric motorcycles from Zero Motorcycles and scooters from Yadea have vulnerabilities that could impact physical security and safety.
fromThe Walrus
4 weeks ago

The Man Who Put AI at the Centre of America's War Machine | The Walrus

"War is terrible, war is terrible, war is terrible," he intones, holding my gaze and giving voice to a universal chorus.
DC food
Privacy professionals
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Met Police criticised over 'intrusive' use of AI

The Metropolitan Police faces criticism for using an AI tool to assess officer data, raising concerns about privacy and trust among staff.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
1 day ago

Weekly Recap: Fast16 Malware, XChat Launch, Federal Backdoor, AI Employee Tracking & More

New malware fast16 predates Stuxnet, targeting high-precision software to subtly alter calculations, potentially causing significant failures.
#generative-ai
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

Autonomous weapons will be 'key and essential part' of warfare, Joint Chiefs chair says

Gen. Dan Caine stated that autonomous weapons are going to be a 'key and essential part of everything we do' in future warfare, indicating a significant shift in military strategy.
Artificial intelligence
#drone-warfare
World news
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

The Future of War Is Drones Bombing Data Centers

Iranian drone strikes on data centers in the UAE and Bahrain demonstrate a new warfare strategy targeting critical digital infrastructure, causing cascading internet outages across multiple regions and affecting major global companies.
World news
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

The Future of War Is Drones Bombing Data Centers

Iranian drone strikes on data centers in the UAE and Bahrain demonstrate a new warfare strategy targeting critical digital infrastructure, causing cascading internet outages across multiple regions and affecting major global companies.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

A retired general's warning: America can't fight the AI arms race on tech it doesn't control | Fortune

The U.S. faces a critical AI arms race affecting military power and national security, highlighted by the Anthropic-Pentagon standoff over AI usage control.
Science
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 months ago

Autonomy on the Battlefield

Autonomy enables commanders to delegate control to machines while retaining command, requiring a fundamental mindset shift and clear frameworks for authority and responsibility.
#ai-in-warfare
Artificial intelligence
fromNature
1 month ago

Stop the use of AI in war until laws can be agreed

Frontier AI models are unreliable for warfare and lack legal frameworks; international rules must govern military AI use before deployment to prevent civilian harm.
Artificial intelligence
fromNature
1 month ago

Stop the use of AI in war until laws can be agreed

Frontier AI models are unreliable for warfare and lack legal frameworks; international rules must govern military AI use before deployment to prevent civilian harm.
Artificial intelligence
The Pentagon awarded $200 million each to four tech companies for advanced AI models, with Anthropic later imposing restrictions on military use for domestic surveillance and autonomous weapons.
Artificial intelligence
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

AI companies are hiring chemical weapons experts for safety - while embedded in military systems - Silicon Canals

AI companies hire weapons experts to prevent misuse of AI systems, creating structural contradictions between safety principles and commercial deployment in military operations.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 month ago

The Military's AI Fever Is Leading Into Disaster, Critics Say

The US military's rapid AI deployment risks unsafe systems causing excessive civilian harm, wrongful arrests, and civil liberties violations without adequate human oversight safeguards.
#ai-ethics
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