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03 Mar 2026

Supreme Court declares citing AI-generated fake verdicts as misconduct with legal consequences

India's Supreme Court has escalated AI hallucinations from technical errors to misconduct after a judge cited four fake AI-generated judgments in a property dispute. The ruling marks the first time the apex court has declared that using fabricated case laws warrants disciplinary action and legal consequences, not merely correction.

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Trai mandates telecom operators share AI spam detection data within hours on blockchain

India's telecom regulator Trai has directed mobile operators to share data from AI spam detection systems within two hours through a blockchain platform. The February 27 directive shifts enforcement from complaint-driven to proactive, targeting the 85% of spam complaints linked to unregistered telemarketers. Operators must comply by March 29, 2026, but concerns remain about data privacy and false flagging of legitimate businesses.

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Pentagon's Anthropic showdown exposes who controls AI guardrails in military contracts

The Pentagon designated Anthropic a supply chain risk after the AI company refused unrestricted military access to Claude. OpenAI quickly stepped in with its own deal, triggering user backlash and internal resignations. The dispute centers on domestic surveillance and autonomous weapons, revealing a governance vacuum where contract negotiations between CEOs and defense officials are setting AI policy instead of Congress.

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Democrats Launch Legislative Push After Pentagon Bans Anthropic AI Over Safety Dispute

The Trump administration's unprecedented ban on Anthropic from all federal government use has triggered a legislative response from Congressional Democrats. Rep. Sam Liccardo plans to introduce an amendment to the Defense Production Act prohibiting retaliation against tech vendors seeking AI safety limits, while Senate Democrats explore broader legislation addressing autonomous weapons and surveillance concerns.

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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 ignites feud with Anthropic as ChatGPT uninstalls surge 295%

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman signed a Department of Defense contract just hours after pledging to uphold the same AI safety protections as Anthropic. The deal sparked a 295% surge in ChatGPT uninstalls and prompted Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei to call OpenAI's messaging 'straight up lies.' The conflict highlights growing tensions over AI use in surveillance and autonomous weaponry as safety concerns collide with military ambitions.

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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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Anthropic clashes with US Military over AI warfare ethics as Trump orders federal ban

Anthropic refused to allow its Claude AI to be used for mass surveillance or fully autonomous weapons, leading President Trump to order federal agencies to stop using the company's technology. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth designated Anthropic a supply-chain risk, barring military contractors from working with the firm. The dispute highlights mounting tensions between AI tech companies and government over ethical boundaries in military applications.

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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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