Google DeepMind’s CEO Thinks AI Will Make Humans Less Selfish
Demis Hassabis says that systems as smart as humans are almost here, and we’ll need to radically change how we think and behave.
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The Race to Build Trump’s ‘Golden Dome’ Missile Defense System Is On
President Donald Trump has proposed building a massive anti-missile system in space that could enrich Elon Musk if it materializes. But experts say the project’s feasibility remains unclear.
How the Loudest Voices in AI Went From ‘Regulate Us’ to ‘Unleash Us’
Two years after Sam Altman pitched Congress on AI guardrails, he’s back in Washington with a new message: To beat China, invest in OpenAI.
Meta’s ‘Free Expression’ Push Results In Far Fewer Content Takedowns
Meta says loosening its enforcement policies earlier this year led to fewer erroneous takedowns on Facebook and Instagram—and didn’t broadly expose users to more harmful content.
Trump’s Crackdown on Foreign Student Visas Could Derail Critical AI Research
The US says it will “aggressively revoke” Chinese student visas and has paused interviews for all student visa applicants. Experts warn the moves could weaken American leadership in STEM.
Why Anthropic’s New AI Model Sometimes Tries to ‘Snitch’
The internet freaked out after Anthropic revealed that Claude attempts to report “immoral” activity to authorities under certain conditions. But it’s not something users are likely to encounter.
Auto Shanghai 2025 Wasn’t Just a Car Show. It Was a Warning to the West
After poaching some of the best Western auto talent, China’s car industry is about to dominate globally with charging rates, ranges, luxury design, technology, and sheer volumes.
Donald Trump’s Media Conglomerate Is Becoming a Bitcoin Reserve
Trump Media and Technology Group, the parent company to Truth Social, has announced plans to buy up billions of dollars’ worth of bitcoin.
Businesses Got Squeezed by Trump’s Tariffs. Now Some of Them Want Their Money Back
President Trump’s rapid maneuvering on tariffs led to some businesses narrowly missing out on lower bills. A refund on the difference could spare consumers from price hikes.
There’s a Very Simple Pattern to Elon Musk’s Broken Promises
The entrepreneur’s habit of overpromising on deadlines may be frustrating for investors—but for those looking to see whether a Musk pledge will come good, there’s a key phrase to watch…