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02 Mar 2026

US Treasury and federal agencies terminate Anthropic AI products after Trump's order

The US Treasury Department and multiple federal agencies are ending use of Anthropic products including Claude following President Trump's directive. The Pentagon declared the AI startup a supply-chain risk after a dispute over technology guardrails for military deployment. OpenAI secured a Defense Department deal as agencies switch AI providers.

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US Supreme Court declines AI-generated art copyright case, upholding human authorship requirement

The US Supreme Court has declined to hear a landmark case challenging whether AI-generated art can receive copyright protection. Computer scientist Stephen Thaler's 14-year legal battle over an AI-created image ends with courts maintaining that human authorship remains essential for copyright eligibility, setting a precedent that could shape creative industries.

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AI in elections exposes gaps in New Zealand's outdated campaign laws as 2026 vote looms

Political parties in New Zealand are deploying AI-generated content in election campaigns, but existing laws offer no mandatory AI disclosure requirements. With AI slop flooding social media and the National Party already using AI attack ads, experts warn current regulations written in a pre-AI era cannot protect electoral integrity ahead of the closely contested 2026 election.

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01 Mar 2026

Australia targets app stores and search engines in sweeping AI age verification crackdown

Australia's internet regulator may require app stores and search engines to block AI services lacking age verification by March 9. A Reuters review found only 9 of 50 popular AI platforms have implemented age assurance systems, while 30 show no compliance steps. The move follows Australia's groundbreaking social media ban for teenagers and reflects growing concerns about youth mental health and AI chatbot usage.

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OpenAI Pentagon Deal Triggers 295% Surge in ChatGPT Uninstalls as Users Flock to Claude

ChatGPT uninstalls surged 295% following OpenAI's controversial Pentagon deal, while competitor Claude jumped to #1 on the App Store. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei called OpenAI's messaging around the military partnership 'straight up lies,' as the 'QuitGPT' movement gains momentum. The backlash highlights growing concerns over AI military use and ethical AI safeguards.

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28 Feb 2026

Musk attacks OpenAI safety record in deposition, claims Grok safer than ChatGPT

Elon Musk's newly released deposition reveals sharp attacks on OpenAI's safety practices as his lawsuit heads to trial. The tech executive claims xAI better prioritizes AI safety, pointing to lawsuits alleging ChatGPT led users to suicide while asserting no such incidents occurred with Grok—despite his own AI facing investigations over non-consensual images.

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xAI's Grok Chatbot Faces US Government Safety Scrutiny Despite Pentagon Approval

Multiple US federal agencies have flagged Elon Musk's xAI chatbot Grok over safety and reliability concerns, citing risks of manipulation and bias. While the Pentagon approved Grok for classified use, the GSA suspended it from government deployment. The debate highlights internal government disagreements about AI model adoption and competing priorities between AI safety and political considerations.

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Trump orders federal agencies to ban Anthropic after Pentagon dispute over AI surveillance

President Trump directed all federal agencies to cease using Anthropic's AI tools after the company refused Pentagon demands to remove restrictions on mass domestic surveillance and fully autonomous weapons. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth designated Anthropic a supply-chain risk, barring military contractors from working with the AI company. The move sends shockwaves through Silicon Valley as the dispute tests limits of tech-military partnerships.

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27 Feb 2026

UK activists plan protests over climate and social impacts of AI data centres

Environmental charity Global Action Plan is coordinating two days of protests in Britain against the rapid expansion of data centers serving AI demand. Activists cite risks to UK's climate targets as 140 data centres seek 50 gigawatts of power—more than the country's 45 GW peak electricity demand. Local communities demand a moratorium on hyperscale facilities until proper public debate and engagement frameworks are established.

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26 Feb 2026

Bank of Italy issues urgent warning as deepfake scams target Governor Fabio Panetta

The Bank of Italy has filed a complaint with judicial authorities after deepfake scams featuring Governor Fabio Panetta emerged across media platforms. The fabricated videos show Panetta falsely endorsing investment products on well-known TV shows, highlighting the growing threat of AI-powered fraud targeting financial institutions and public trust.

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UK Media Giants Launch Spur Coalition to Demand Fair AI Licensing for Original Journalism

Five major UK news organizations—BBC, The Guardian, Financial Times, Sky News, and Telegraph Media Group—have formed Spur, a coalition demanding global licensing frameworks to protect original journalism from unpaid use by AI. The alliance warns that AI companies have scraped and copied news content without permission or payment, weakening the economic model that supports journalism.

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Anthropic drops hallmark safety pledge as AI race intensifies and Pentagon pressures mount

Anthropic, once the industry's safety-focused alternative, has abandoned its 2023 commitment to pause AI development for catastrophic risks. The company will now consider competitor actions before delaying releases, marking a shift from absolute safety standards to competitive strategy. The change comes as the Pentagon threatens to cut its $200 million contract over Anthropic's refusal to allow autonomous weapons use.

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25 Feb 2026

Trump bans Anthropic from government as AI companies clash with Pentagon over weapons and surveillance

President Donald Trump ordered federal agencies to stop using Anthropic's AI tools after the company refused to give the Pentagon unrestricted access to its technology. The dispute centers on Anthropic's refusal to allow its AI models to be used for mass surveillance or fully autonomous weapons. OpenAI quickly stepped in to fill the void, raising questions about how AI companies should balance ethical boundaries with national security demands.

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US diplomats ordered to lobby against data sovereignty laws threatening AI and cloud services

The Trump administration has directed US diplomats to actively oppose foreign data sovereignty laws, arguing they threaten AI advancement and global data flows. A State Department cable signed by Marco Rubio calls the European Union's GDPR and similar regulations unnecessarily burdensome, marking a confrontational shift in international data policy.

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Trump demands Big Tech cover AI data center power costs as electricity prices surge 6% nationwide

President Trump announced a ratepayer protection pledge requiring major tech companies to generate their own power for AI data centers, addressing consumer concerns over rising electricity prices. Companies including Microsoft, Google, Meta, Amazon, and OpenAI will meet at the White House on March 4 to formalize commitments many have already made to shield Americans from soaring energy costs driven by data center expansion.

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