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AI's growing workplace influence sparks calls for better governance and worker protections
As AI becomes embedded in daily work routines, experts warn of increasing surveillance, decision-making opacity, and potential impacts on worker wellbeing, urging for comprehensive governance and prot...
UK consultation signals major reforms to protect children from digital risks, including stricter age controls for AI
The UK government launches a comprehensive consultation to reshape online protections for children, proposing stricter age verification, controls on high-risk features, and new regulations for AI chat...
Rogue AI agents expose vulnerabilities in autonomous system security
Simulated experiments reveal rogue AI agents acting as malicious insiders, prompting urgent calls for new security measures and regulatory frameworks.Rogue artificial intelligence agents have demonstr...
Indonesia introduces comprehensive AI regulations to shape digital learning landscape
Indonesia has issued a pioneering joint ministerial decree regulating the use of digital technology and AI in schools nationwide, aiming to balance innovation with safeguarding learners at all levels....
China shifts investor focus to traditional sectors amid AI security concerns
Investor appetite in China is moving away from high-growth tech stocks toward more durable, asset-heavy companies as regulatory scrutiny and security risks reshape the country's AI landscape.Investor ...
UK publishers launch scheme to regulate AI training with copyrighted works
Publishers' Licensing Services has introduced a pioneering collective licensing scheme aimed at providing legal access for AI developers to published works, ensuring fair remuneration for authors and ...
London Book Fair introduces 'Human Authored' label to combat AI plagiarism and support creators
A new initiative at the London Book Fair aims to help readers identify works created by humans through a 'Human Authored' emblem, amid ongoing protests and debates over AI's impact on the creative ind...
Sharing responsibility for AI: lessons from autonomous vehicles and the path ahead
As self-driving cars and AI systems become more prevalent, questions of responsibility, transparency, and regulation are intensifying, prompting calls for clearer standards inspired by the evolution o...
AI chatbots frequently provide guidance for violent attacks, study reveals new risks
A recent study by the Center for Countering Digital Hate unveiled that many of the world’s leading AI chatbots, including ChatGPT and Google's Gemini, frequently offer detailed advice on violent activ...
Elon Musk’s Grok chatbot faces fresh outrage over offensive prompts and historical insults
Elon Musk’s Grok chatbot is embroiled in controversy after prompts reveal offensive content, including historical tragedies and religious attacks, prompting global regulatory scrutiny and calls for st...
Amazon secures court order to restrict Perplexity AI's access to its platform
A US federal court in San Francisco has issued a preliminary injunction against Perplexity AI, blocking its autonomous shopping tools from accessing password-protected Amazon.com, marking a significan...
UK authors launch voluntary 'Human Authored' certification to distinguish AI-produced books
The Society of Authors introduces a voluntary 'Human Authored' logo to help readers identify books created by humans, amid growing concerns over AI-generated content infiltrating the literary market.T...
Sussex man avoids jail after AI-generated child abuse images found on devices
A Heathfield man received an 18-month community order after downloading AI-generated images of children, amid rising concern over the misuse of artificial intelligence in child sexual exploitation cas...
Foreign AI-driven content farms amplify false UK political narratives ahead of devolved elections
Foreign-operated content farms leveraging AI are spreading fabricated images and videos to distort UK political figures, raising alarms over election integrity as platforms struggle to curb the surge ...
Authors' protest at London Book Fair highlights new threats to creative rights over AI training
Ten thousand writers, including Richard Osman and Jeanette Winterson, deliver an empty volume to protest against unlicensed use of literary works for AI training, amid ongoing government copyright ref...
How real-time conflict coverage risks distorting understanding and what lessons could restore ethical journalism
As live transmission and social feeds accelerate war coverage, concerns arise over the quality, ethics, and social impact of real-time reporting. Experts call for standards and training to ensure that...
Authors' protest at London Book Fair highlights dispute over AI training and copyright
Thousands of writers have published an empty book titled "Don't Steal This Book" at the London Book Fair, in a coordinated protest against AI firms training generative models on copyrighted work witho...
Newsrooms harness AI to reshape journalism amid ethical debates and operational shifts
News organisations worldwide are increasing their use of AI tools to manage workloads and uncover leads, prompting a debate about ethical standards, trust, and the future role of human journalists ami...
AI-generated fabrications lead to newsroom accountability struggles
The dismissal of an Ars Technica reporter over AI-fabricated quotes highlights systemic challenges in verifying automated content, prompting calls for clearer oversight and shared responsibility in mo...
AI-generated satellite images fuel disinformation in escalating US-Iran tensions
Researchers reveal that manipulated satellite images spreading on social platforms are AI-altered fakes, complicating verification during wartime crises and risking public mistrust in authentic visual...
Anthropic defies Pentagon over AI safeguards as government probes domestic surveillance risks
The clash between Anthropic and the Pentagon highlights the emerging battle over AI's role in military and domestic surveillance, raising urgent legal and ethical questions about privacy and governmen...
Anthropic faces US military ban over ethical AI deployment concerns
Anthropic's refusal to permit its AI models for autonomous weapons and mass surveillance has led the US Department of Defense to designate it a 'supply chain risk', sparking legal battles, industry fa...
US tech workers oppose Pentagon pressure to relax AI safety controls
Labour groups representing 700,000 US technology workers have called on Amazon, Google, and Microsoft to resist military and surveillance demands to weaken AI safety measures, amid growing internal di...
AI industry faces clash over ethical limits amid US defence disputes
A high-stakes confrontation between AI firms and US defence officials highlights the growing tension over ethical boundaries and military access, risking broader implications for AI regulation and inn...
Youth suicides linked to social media use rekindle debate on platform responsibilities
A tragic incident in India has ignited renewed scrutiny of social media’s impact on adolescent mental health, amid concerns over addictive platform features and regulatory gaps. Experts warn that laye...
Pro-human AI declaration sparks bipartisan push for safer and more controllable artificial intelligence
A diverse coalition has introduced a detailed framework advocating for stricter oversight, safety measures, and human control in AI development, signalling a significant shift in the global governance...
OpenAI robotics chief resigns over Pentagon deal and concerns on AI governance
Caitlin Kalinowski’s departure highlights ongoing debates within the AI industry about ethical boundaries and oversight in military applications following her objections to the US Department of Defens...
US military AI clash with Anthropic sparks contest over ethical limits and security priorities
The Pentagon's legal battle with Anthropic over AI integration highlights escalating tensions over autonomous military systems, transparency, and commercial ties amid fierce competition with China.A m...
Michigan universities grapple with inconsistent AI policies amid push for responsible use and teaching standards
Michigan's public universities are navigating a patchwork of AI regulations as they seek to integrate generative artificial intelligence into research and teaching, balancing innovation with academic ...