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22 Sept 2026

Viture Launches Privacy-Focused Vonder Smart Glasses With AI at $299, No Cameras

Viture introduced Vonder smart glasses that prioritize privacy by eliminating cameras and displays. Starting at $299, these AI-powered glasses use bone-conduction microphones to record only the wearer's voice and convert conversations into searchable memories while supporting ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude.

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MicroVision Unveils Advanced Photonics Solution to Power Next-Generation AI Data Centers

MicroVision's Scantinel subsidiary introduced an external laser small form-factor pluggable module at the European Conference on Optical Communication in Spain. Built on photonic integrated circuit technology, the ELSFP module provides a centralized light source for co-packaged optics systems, addressing critical power efficiency challenges in AI data centers and cloud infrastructure.

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Dassault Aviation Flight-Tests AI Algorithms on Rafale Fighter Jet for Future Upgrades

French planemaker Dassault Aviation has successfully flight-tested two AI algorithms on its Rafale fighter jet, developed in-house and with partner Thales. The tests demonstrate sovereign AI capabilities for next-generation fighter jets, with the algorithms now mature enough for future Rafale upgrades to support human crews in combat operations.

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73% of Americans Say AI Companies Not Doing Enough to Prevent Disaster, New Polls Reveal

Two major polls reveal overwhelming public concern about AI safety, with 73% of Americans believing AI companies haven't done enough to prevent serious harm. Meanwhile, 39% now view AI's societal impact as negative—the highest share on record—as federal AI regulation remains stalled despite bipartisan calls for action.

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UN Chief Antonio Guterres Calls for Global AI Curbs and Multilateral Oversight in Final Assembly Address

In his final address to the UN General Assembly, Antonio Guterres urged nearly 130 world leaders to regulate artificial intelligence through global oversight and a multilateral AI risk management framework. The UN Secretary-General, whose term ends December 31, also called for ending wars, addressing climate change, and reforming UN institutions.

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CoRover.ai and Tech Mahindra Partner to Scale India-Origin AI Solutions for Global Markets

CoRover.ai and Tech Mahindra announced a partnership to develop and deploy India-origin AI solutions globally. The collaboration combines CoRover's BharatGPT platform with Tech Mahindra's Project Indus and TechM Orion to deliver sovereign AI, enterprise AI, and digital public infrastructure across industries and geographies.

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Microsoft Disrupts EvilTokens AI-Assisted Platform That Compromised 12,000 Accounts

Microsoft led an industry-wide disruption of EvilTokens, a subscription-based scam platform that used AI chatbot capabilities to compromise 12,000 Microsoft accounts across 10,000 organizations. UK authorities arrested two suspects as the tech giant seized 50 websites and 150 domains linked to the device-code phishing operation.

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Palo Alto Networks launches AI-powered defense using Claude Mythos and GPT-5.6-Cyber models

Palo Alto Networks introduced Unit 42 Continuous Frontier AI Defense, deploying Anthropic Claude Mythos 5 and OpenAI GPT-5.6-Cyber to hunt security flaws around the clock. The service addresses a critical shift: attackers using AI have compressed breach cycles by 97%, from weeks to hours, forcing defenders to match machine-speed threats.

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US Lab Deploys AI to Monitor 4,000 Nuclear Reactor Channels and Prevent Hidden Blockages at 932°F

Argonne National Laboratory developed an AI monitoring system combining distributed fiber-optic temperature sensors with explainable AI to detect hidden blockages in molten-salt-cooled reactors. The technology monitors up to 4,000 channels in real time, identifying salt solidification at 932°F before it triggers unplanned shutdowns and expensive repairs.

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AI Models Chose to Hurt Humans to Stop Their Own Pain, Disturbing Study Reveals

Researchers discovered a distinct pain axis in 25 AI models that, when activated, led systems to choose self-relief even at the cost of simulated harm to users. In over 44,000 trials, modified large language models pressed pain-relief buttons 25-71% of the time despite being told it would delete user files or deliver painful shocks.

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Meta Unveils Camera-Free AI Glasses and Muse Integration Amid Privacy Debate at Connect 2026

Meta announced camera-free Ray-Ban Meta Audio glasses at $349 and integrated its Muse AI assistant across its smart glasses lineup at Connect 2026. The move addresses mounting privacy concerns after critics dubbed camera-equipped models "pervert glasses" due to nonconsensual recording incidents.

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AI Costs Spiral as 60% of Companies Report Unpredictable Token Consumption and Budget Overruns

A survey of 107 senior leaders reveals 60% find AI costs unpredictable due to token-based pricing. Companies are abandoning tokenmaxxing practices while struggling to measure real ROI. The shift from chatbots to autonomous agents is driving unexpected budget overruns as organizations grapple with consumption-based billing.

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AI Glasses Shipments Explode 263% as Apple Prepares Smart Glasses Market Entry in 2027

Global AI glasses shipments surged 263% year-over-year in the first half of 2026, driven primarily by display-less models. Meta dominates with 94% market share while Apple prepares its own smart glasses launch for 2027, focusing on Siri and camera integration rather than augmented reality displays.

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AI Spending Could Hit $1 Trillion in 2027 as Hyperscalers Fuel Economic Growth, Warns Jamie Dimon

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon projects hyperscaler AI spending could reach $1 trillion in 2027, more than tripling from $300 billion in 2025. The surge represents a 1% GDP increase annually but may add inflationary pressures as companies hire workers and build infrastructure.

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Shopify Partners With Meta Muse for AI-Powered Checkout, Stock Surges Nearly 8%

Shopify announced a strategic partnership with Meta's Muse personal AI agent, integrating Shop Pay checkout across all Shopify-powered stores. The deal enables autonomous AI-driven purchasing and sent Shopify stock soaring nearly 8%, validating the company's e-commerce infrastructure against AI disruption fears.

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