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19 Jun 2025

UK Tribunal Rules: Rejecting Chinese Applicant for AI Security Job Not Discriminatory

A UK employment tribunal has ruled that rejecting job applicants from "hostile" states like China for sensitive AI security roles is not discriminatory, highlighting the intersection of national security and AI development.

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Pope Leo XIV Takes Stand on AI: Calls for Ethical Framework and Regulation

Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, has made artificial intelligence a key focus of his papacy, calling for an ethical framework and regulation to protect human dignity and labor rights in the face of rapid technological advancement.

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US Court Allows AI-Generated Avatar to Deliver Victim Impact Statement in Landmark Case

In a groundbreaking decision, a US court permitted an AI-generated avatar of a deceased victim to deliver a victim impact statement, raising questions about the use of AI in legal proceedings and its potential implications for the justice system.

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18 Jun 2025

Oklahoma Emerges as Unexpected Hub for Critical Minerals Processing in U.S.

Oklahoma is positioning itself as a key player in critical minerals processing, aiming to reduce U.S. dependence on Chinese imports. The state is attracting investments in nickel refining, lithium production, and rare earth magnet manufacturing despite challenges.

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Gartner Predicts AI Will Augment Half of Business Decisions by 2027

Gartner's latest report forecasts a significant increase in AI's role in business decision-making, with predictions on executive AI literacy, synthetic data management, and in-house GenAI development.

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Meta's AI Chatbot Sparks Privacy Concerns with Public 'Discover' Feed

Meta's new AI app inadvertently exposes users' private conversations, raising serious privacy concerns and highlighting the complex relationship between users and AI chatbots.

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Chinese Bitcoin Mining Rig Makers Establish US Production to Circumvent Tariffs

The world's top three Bitcoin mining machine manufacturers from China are setting up production in the US to avoid tariffs, potentially reshaping the cryptocurrency supply chain but raising security concerns.

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Republican Push for Federal AI Regulation Moratorium Faces Opposition and Controversy

A Republican proposal to impose a 10-year moratorium on state AI regulations has cleared a key Senate hurdle but faces opposition from both parties and raises concerns about consumer protection and innovation.

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Latin American Countries Unite to Launch Latam-GPT: A Culturally Tailored AI Model

A dozen Latin American countries are collaborating to launch Latam-GPT, an AI language model designed to understand the region's diverse cultures and languages, set to debut in September.

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Loudoun County Schools Implement AI-Powered Security System to Enhance Campus Safety

Loudoun County schools in Virginia are adopting an AI-driven security system to monitor and identify potential safety threats, sparking discussions about the balance between school safety and student privacy.

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G7 Leaders Agree on Joint Statements Including AI and Critical Minerals at Canada Summit

G7 nations reached consensus on six key areas, including artificial intelligence and critical minerals, during their summit in Canada. The agreements highlight the group's focus on emerging technologies and global challenges.

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California Proposes New AI Regulation Framework Amid Growing Concerns

California releases a comprehensive report proposing a new framework for AI regulation, emphasizing transparency, third-party evaluations, and risk mitigation in response to rapidly advancing AI capabilities and potential threats.

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Israel's Sophisticated AI-Driven Operation Stuns Iran's Military and Nuclear Capabilities

Israel executed a precision strike on Iran, leveraging AI, spies, and smuggled drones to cripple air defenses and target key nuclear sites and military officials.

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xAI's Colossus Supercomputer Faces Legal Challenge Over Air Pollution in Memphis

Elon Musk's xAI is under threat of lawsuit from the NAACP for alleged Clean Air Act violations at its Memphis supercomputer facility, raising concerns about environmental justice and public health in predominantly Black communities.

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17 Jun 2025

Oracle Launches Defense Ecosystem to Boost AI and Cloud Tech Adoption in US Military

Oracle has introduced the Oracle Defense Ecosystem, a program designed to help smaller tech firms sell their innovations to the US Department of Defense, leveraging cloud and AI technologies to enhance national security.

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