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Huawei launches AI infrastructure as Nvidia faces China ban

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IBM drives Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation, training 500,000 learners, launching AI-native Riyadh Air, and expanding consulting hubs under Vision 2030.
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IBM Boosts Saudi Digital Growth with AI Innovation and Skills Development

IBM Empowers Saudi Digital Talent IBM marked major milestones in Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation this year. The company focused on…

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Unregistered mobiles to be blocked across Pakistan: PTA warns

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Microsoft Gaming Executive Leads AI Future of Xbox Reaction from Fans

Microsoft announced that it would be making a significant change to its leadership in the gaming sector, leaving Xbox enthusiasts divided. Phil Spencer and Xbox President Sarah Bond, who have been…

Google AI Chief Warns of Urgent Need to Research AI Risks
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AI Safety Research: Google Chief Calls for Urgent Action

AI safety research is becoming critical as technology advances rapidly. Sir Demis Hassabis, head of Google DeepMind, stressed that understanding AI risks cannot wait and that immediate action is necessary.…

I hacked ChatGPT and Google's AI – and it only took 20 minutes
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AI Chatbot Manipulation Exposed: How One Blog Post Fooled Major Platforms

A journalist has revealed how easy it is to manipulate AI chatbots such as ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and Google Search AI tools. In just 20 minutes, he published a fake…

Zuckerberg defends Meta in landmark social media addiction trial
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Zuckerberg Faces Court Over Kids and Social Media Use

Zuckerberg Testifies in Landmark Case Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, appeared in a Los Angeles courtroom Wednesday to defend his company against claims that Instagram and other Meta platforms encourage…

Dark Web Agent Spotted Bedroom Wall Clue to Rescue Girl from Years of Abuse A specialist online investigator uncovered a simple but powerful clue that helped rescue a young girl from years of abuse shared on the dark web. Greg Squire works with the US Department of Homeland Security Investigations in a unit that tracks and identifies children shown in online abuse material. Early in his career, he faced one of the most disturbing cases of his life. His team named the victim Lucy to protect her identity. A Case That Seemed Impossible to Crack Images of Lucy were circulating on hidden online forums. The offender carefully cropped and edited the photos to remove clear identifying details. Investigators could not trace her location or confirm her identity. From visible light sockets and electrical outlets in the background, Squire’s team confirmed that Lucy likely lived in North America. However, that clue was too broad to act on. They contacted Facebook, hoping facial recognition tools could help scan family photos. At the time, the platform said it did not have the tools to assist in that way. The team had to rely on careful visual analysis instead of advanced software. Searching Every Detail in the Room Investigators examined every item in Lucy’s bedroom. They studied her bedspread, clothes, stuffed toys, and furniture. Eventually, they found a small breakthrough. A sofa visible in several images was not sold nationwide. A company had distributed it only in certain regions. That detail reduced the potential customer base to around 40,000 people across 29 US states. Even so, the list remained overwhelming. Then Squire noticed the exposed brick wall in Lucy’s bedroom. The Brick That Changed Everything Squire contacted the Brick Industry Association and asked for help. The organization shared the photo with brick experts across the country. One expert, John Harp, immediately recognized the brick. He had worked in brick sales since 1981. He identified it as a “Flaming Alamo,” a brick produced from the late 1960s to the mid 1980s at a plant in the southwestern United States. Harp explained a critical fact. Bricks are heavy and expensive to transport long distances. Builders usually source them locally. That insight shifted the investigation. The team cross checked the sofa customer list with homes located within 100 miles of the brick factory. The number of potential addresses dropped sharply. Narrowing Down the Suspect From a refined list of about 40 to 50 names, investigators reviewed social media accounts. They found a photo of Lucy with an adult woman who appeared close to her. Authorities traced the woman’s address. They also reviewed other properties linked to her and people she had lived with in the past. The possible locations narrowed even further. Investigators avoided knocking on doors too soon. If they alerted the wrong address, they risked tipping off the suspect. Instead, they sent photos of suspected homes to the brick expert to compare masonry details. A simple brick pattern, hidden in plain sight, helped guide the team toward the right location and ultimately toward Lucy’s rescue.
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Dark Web Agent Spotted Bedroom Wall Clue to Rescue Girl from Years of Abuse

A specialist online investigator uncovered a simple but powerful clue that helped rescue a young girl from years of abuse shared on the dark web. Greg Squire works with the…

TikTok Account Posts Inappropriate Deepfake Content Authorities are investigating a TikTok account that shared inappropriate deepfake videos featuring staff from Grainville School. The account used the school’s badge and branding in five uploaded videos, some of which included staff members. The account has been removed from TikTok after reports were filed with both the platform and the States of Jersey Police. Grainville School has been contacted for comment, and officials are monitoring the situation closely. What Are Deepfakes? Deepfakes are videos, images, or audio clips created using artificial intelligence to appear real. These manipulated media clips can be misleading or harmful if shared publicly. Officials Urge Caution Deputy Rob Ward, the Education and Lifelong Learning Minister, advised people not to watch, share, or engage with the content. He stated that circulating fake accounts or media coverage may give these harmful materials more attention and encourage similar behavior. “Our priority is removing the content quickly, supporting the staff affected, and reinforcing safeguarding measures,” Ward said. Incident Appears Isolated At this stage, authorities believe the incident is isolated, but they continue to monitor all schools in Jersey. Ward emphasized the importance of protecting school communities from impersonation attempts or harmful media.
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Deepfake Videos Targeting Staff Investigated in Jersey

TikTok Account Shares Deepfake Videos Targeting Staff Police are investigating a TikTok account that uploaded deepfake videos targeting staff at Grainville School. The account used the school’s badge and branding…

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Google Expands Tool to Help Users Track Personal Information Online

Google is giving people more control over their personal data online. Its “Results About You” feature, previously limited to names, phone numbers, emails, and home addresses, will soon track sensitive…

AI Deathbots and the Digital Afterlife. A New Way to Understand Grief
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AI Deathbots and the Digital Afterlife. A New Way to Understand Grief

Would You Keep Talking to Someone After They Die If someone close to you passed away tomorrow, would you still want to speak with them? Instead of relying on memories…

In a landmark deal, Elon Musk has consolidated his technological empire by merging his artificial intelligence startup, xAI, with aerospace giant SpaceX. This historic merger creates the world’s most valuable private company, with a combined valuation of approximately $1.125 trillion. A New Frontier Tech Powerhouse The merger unites two of Musk’s most ambitious ventures under one roof. SpaceX, valued at around $1 trillion, will absorb xAI, the creator of the Grok chatbot valued at $125 billion. Musk described the new entity as an “innovation engine” combining artificial intelligence, rocket technology, space-based internet via Starlink, and media under a single corporate structure. xAI's Rapid Rise and Regulatory Scrutiny xAI originated from Musk's social media platform, X (formerly Twitter), leveraging its real-time data for AI training. It quickly grew into an independent firm, surpassing X in market valuation. Its signature product, Grok, has recently faced investigations in Europe and the UK over concerns regarding its AI image-generation features, leading the company to impose new user restrictions in January. Funding the Vision: Tesla's Role and Shareholder Concerns The merger follows a significant $2 billion investment in xAI from Musk’s electric car company, Tesla, last month. Musk told Tesla investors that xAI would act as an “orchestra conductor” for factories using autonomous robots. This move is part of a major strategic pivot, with Tesla halting production of two car models to focus on robotics. Some Tesla shareholders questioned diverting resources to another Musk firm. A vote on the investment last year saw abstentions and votes against outnumbering approvals. The Path to a Public Listing and Long-Term Ambitions Industry analysts view the consolidation as a strategic step toward a public stock offering. Combining forces allows SpaceX to present a compelling, capital-efficient growth story to future public market investors. Musk’s memo outlined a vision where space solves AI's massive energy needs, stating, "In the long term, space-based AI is obviously the only way to scale." The immediate focus will be launching AI satellites, but Musk's ultimate goals are grander. He believes the capabilities developed will fund lunar bases, a civilization on Mars, and expansion across the universe. With this merger, only Musk's Neuralink and The Boring Company remain as independent entities outside his largest operations. The deal signals a new chapter in blending cutting-edge AI with the final frontier of space.
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Elon Musk Merges SpaceX and xAI, Creating a $1.125 Trillion “Innovation Engine”

In a landmark deal, Elon Musk has consolidated his technological empire by merging his artificial intelligence startup, xAI, with aerospace giant SpaceX. This historic merger creates the world’s most valuable…

How Safe is OpenClaw? Security Concerns Surround AI Agent Platform
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How Safe is OpenClaw? Security Concerns Surround AI Agent Platform

OpenClaw: Powerful AI, Potential Risks OpenClaw is gaining attention for its ability to let AI agents handle real-world tasks like managing emails or sending messages. While this level of efficiency…

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