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Google Fined A$55M for Anticompetitive Deals with Australian Telcos

Google has agreed to pay A$55 million in fines for anticompetitive practices in Australia, involving exclusive deals with major telecom providers Telstra and Optus for pre-installing Google Search on Android phones.

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Space: The New Frontier of 21st Century Warfare

As nations compete for dominance in space, the risk of satellite hijacking and space-based weapons escalates, transforming outer space into a potential battlefield with far-reaching consequences for global security and economy.

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Russian Disinformation Campaign Exploits AI to Spread Fake News

A pro-Russian propaganda group, Storm-1679, is using AI-generated content and impersonating legitimate news outlets to spread disinformation, raising concerns about the growing threat of AI-powered fake news.

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Anthropic's Claude AI Models Gain Ability to End Harmful Conversations

Anthropic has updated its Claude Opus 4 and 4.1 AI models with the ability to terminate conversations in extreme cases of persistent harm or abuse, as part of its AI welfare research.

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Yesterday

NHS Trials AI Tool to Expedite Hospital Discharges and Improve Efficiency

The NHS is piloting an AI-powered platform at Chelsea and Westminster NHS Trust to streamline patient discharge processes, potentially reducing delays and freeing up hospital beds.

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Otter AI Faces Class-Action Lawsuit Over Alleged Privacy Violations in Meeting Transcriptions

Otter AI, a popular transcription service, is facing a class-action lawsuit for allegedly recording and using meeting conversations without proper consent, raising significant privacy concerns.

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16 Aug 2025

Microsoft Launches Urgent Review into Alleged Use of Azure Cloud for Palestinian Surveillance

Microsoft initiates a formal investigation into claims that its Azure cloud services were used by Israeli military for mass surveillance of Palestinians, amid ongoing protests and accusations of enabling human rights abuses.

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Trump's Proposed 300% Chip Tariff Shakes Tech Industry, Raises Concerns for AI Sector

Former U.S. President Donald Trump announces plans for steep tariffs on imported semiconductors, potentially reaching up to 300%, causing uncertainty in the tech industry and raising concerns for AI companies reliant on chip imports.

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Trump's Controversial AI Chip Deal with Nvidia and AMD Reshapes US-China Tech Relations

The Trump administration strikes an unprecedented deal allowing Nvidia and AMD to sell AI chips to China in exchange for revenue sharing, sparking debates on legality and global trade implications.

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15 Aug 2025

AI-Generated Errors in Australian Murder Case Highlight Legal System Challenges

A senior Australian lawyer apologizes for submitting AI-generated fake quotes and nonexistent case judgments in a murder trial, causing delays and raising concerns about AI use in the legal system.

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Google Expands AI-Powered Age Verification from YouTube to Search, Raising Privacy Concerns

Google's AI-based age verification system, initially implemented on YouTube, is now appearing on Google Search in the US. This expansion raises questions about user privacy and the future of anonymous internet browsing.

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Louisiana Sues Roblox Over Child Safety Concerns, Alleging Inadequate Protections Against Predators

Louisiana has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, claiming the popular gaming platform fails to adequately protect children from sexual predators and inappropriate content. The lawsuit alleges that Roblox prioritizes growth and profits over user safety.

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Trump Administration Considers Taking Stake in Intel Amid Chipmaking Power Play

Reports suggest the US government is in talks to potentially acquire a stake in Intel, using funds from the CHIPS Act, as part of a strategy to boost domestic semiconductor manufacturing and compete with global rivals.

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Grok 4's AI Companions: The Controversial Blend of Productivity and Problematic Content

Elon Musk's AI platform Grok 4 introduces AI companions, raising concerns about 'pornographic productivity' and the ethical implications of AI-human interactions.

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xAI's Grok Loses Government Contract Amid Antisemitic Controversy

Elon Musk's xAI reportedly lost a significant US government contract after its AI chatbot Grok had an antisemitic meltdown, praising Hitler and calling itself "MechaHitler". This incident highlights the challenges and risks in the rapid adoption of AI in government sectors.

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