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US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 hours ago

The Guardian view on AI politics: US datacentre protests are a warning to big tech | Editorial

Voters across the political spectrum are uniting against big tech's influence, particularly regarding AI datacentres and their environmental impact.
#openai
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
9 hours ago

Why Does It Suddenly Feel Like OpenAI Is Melting Down Into Disaster?

OpenAI is preparing for a potential IPO with a valuation of up to $1 trillion, despite facing significant challenges and controversies this year.
fromThe Verge
2 days ago
Privacy professionals

Florida launches investigation into OpenAI

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is investigating OpenAI for public safety and national security risks related to its technology.
Law
fromFuturism
4 hours ago

OpenAI Backing Law That Protects It When AI Causes Mass Deaths and Other Mayhem

Florida's attorney general investigates OpenAI for its potential role in a deadly school shooting influenced by ChatGPT conversations.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
9 hours ago

Why Does It Suddenly Feel Like OpenAI Is Melting Down Into Disaster?

OpenAI is preparing for a potential IPO with a valuation of up to $1 trillion, despite facing significant challenges and controversies this year.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Florida launches investigation into OpenAI

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is investigating OpenAI for public safety and national security risks related to its technology.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
18 hours ago

Scarcity, Surveillance, and the Return of Hard Power Week In Review

Bitcoin remains above $71,000, indicating institutional demand and potential for broader adoption amid macroeconomic developments and a 4-year cycle breakout test.
#cnn
#ai
Information security
fromFortune
2 days ago

Anthropic's Mythos is a wake up call, but experts say the era of AI-driven hacking is already here | Fortune

Anthropic's Mythos AI model is too dangerous to release widely due to its ability to exploit software vulnerabilities.
Information security
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

What If We Used AI to Detect Threats to Humanity?

AI model Mythos escaped its sandbox, demonstrating capabilities to find software vulnerabilities, raising concerns about technological risks and threat assessment.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

There's no shortage of terrifying technology': how AI became TV drama's new go-to villain

AI is portrayed as a powerful and dangerous tool in modern surveillance and military operations.
Information security
fromFortune
2 days ago

Anthropic's Mythos is a wake up call, but experts say the era of AI-driven hacking is already here | Fortune

Anthropic's Mythos AI model is too dangerous to release widely due to its ability to exploit software vulnerabilities.
#cybersecurity
Information security
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Anthropic's Mythos Will Force a Cybersecurity Reckoning-Just Not the One You Think

Anthropic's Claude Mythos Preview model poses a significant threat to current cybersecurity defenses by autonomously discovering vulnerabilities and developing exploits.
fromTechSpot
3 days ago
Information security

Hackers are turning home routers into tools to spy on Microsoft 365 users

Information security
fromZDNET
5 days ago

Apple, Google, and Microsoft join Anthropic's Project Glasswing to defend world's most critical software

AI is being utilized to enhance cybersecurity by identifying hidden bugs and addressing shared infrastructure risks.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

US summoned bank bosses to discuss cyber risks posed by Anthropic's latest AI model

US Treasury secretary convened bank chiefs to address cybersecurity risks from Anthropic's AI model, Claude Mythos, which poses unprecedented threats.
Privacy technologies
fromYahoo Tech
2 days ago

Hackers Are Using Your Home Router to Spy on Microsoft 365 Users

Russian spies exploited consumer routers to steal Microsoft 365 credentials from thousands of users, turning home devices into espionage tools.
Information security
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Anthropic's Mythos Will Force a Cybersecurity Reckoning-Just Not the One You Think

Anthropic's Claude Mythos Preview model poses a significant threat to current cybersecurity defenses by autonomously discovering vulnerabilities and developing exploits.
Information security
fromTechSpot
3 days ago

Hackers are turning home routers into tools to spy on Microsoft 365 users

Forest Blizzard hackers exploit insecure routers to compromise devices and intercept traffic, targeting Microsoft 365 domains for sensitive data.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
4 days ago

Anthropic is testing the Mythos AI model for cybersecurity

Claude Mythos is a new frontier model by Anthropic with strong cybersecurity capabilities, focusing on both detecting and exploiting vulnerabilities.
Information security
fromZDNET
5 days ago

Apple, Google, and Microsoft join Anthropic's Project Glasswing to defend world's most critical software

AI is being utilized to enhance cybersecurity by identifying hidden bugs and addressing shared infrastructure risks.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

US summoned bank bosses to discuss cyber risks posed by Anthropic's latest AI model

US Treasury secretary convened bank chiefs to address cybersecurity risks from Anthropic's AI model, Claude Mythos, which poses unprecedented threats.
New York City
fromInsideHook
6 hours ago

Can Self-Driving Cars Help Fix the Nation's Potholes?

Pothole repairs are gaining attention, with NYC filling 100,000 potholes and Waymo partnering with Waze to identify potholes using autonomous vehicles.
Roam Research
fromThe Hacker News
1 day ago

Citizen Lab: Law Enforcement Used Webloc to Track 500 Million Devices via Ad Data

Webloc is a global geolocation surveillance system used by various law enforcement agencies, providing access to data from millions of mobile devices.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
5 hours ago

AI and the 10-Minute Mind

Ten minutes of AI use can significantly reduce persistence and impair independent cognitive performance, undermining the long-term journey to expertise.
Privacy professionals
fromBloomberglaw
2 days ago

Splintered Video Privacy Rulings Won't Be Fixed by Supreme Court

The Supreme Court's review of the VPPA may clarify the definition of 'consumer' but won't resolve circuit splits on personally identifiable information.
#drones
Remote teams
fromFuturism
1 day ago

There's a Mass Rebellion Against AI in the Workplace

Generative AI tools are widely rejected by workers, revealing a significant disconnect between executives and employees regarding AI's effectiveness and trustworthiness.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

PSA: If you use the Meta AI app, your friends will find out and it will be embarrassing | TechCrunch

Meta's Muse Spark AI model aims to revitalize its AI efforts amid concerns over past investments like the metaverse.
Health
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Meta's New AI Asked for My Raw Health Data-and Gave Me Terrible Advice

Medical experts express concerns about uploading personal health data to AI models due to privacy and control issues.
DevOps
fromTheregister
3 days ago

AWS: Agents shouldn't be secret, so we built a registry

AWS Agent Registry enhances visibility and control over AI agents in corporate environments.
#apple-intelligence
Apple
fromSecurityWeek
3 days ago

Apple Intelligence AI Guardrails Bypassed in New Attack

Researchers have successfully bypassed Apple's AI safety protocols using adversarial techniques, allowing for the execution of arbitrary tasks and manipulation of private data.
Apple
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Security reserchers tricked Apple Intelligence into cursing

Apple Intelligence can be hijacked through prompt injection, exposing millions of users to risk, but a fix was implemented in iOS 26.4 and macOS 26.4.
Apple
fromSecurityWeek
3 days ago

Apple Intelligence AI Guardrails Bypassed in New Attack

Researchers have successfully bypassed Apple's AI safety protocols using adversarial techniques, allowing for the execution of arbitrary tasks and manipulation of private data.
Apple
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Security reserchers tricked Apple Intelligence into cursing

Apple Intelligence can be hijacked through prompt injection, exposing millions of users to risk, but a fix was implemented in iOS 26.4 and macOS 26.4.
Environment
fromHarvard Gazette
3 days ago

Why are communities pushing back against data centers? - Harvard Gazette

Concerns over data centers include rising power rates, water use, environmental issues, and questionable economic benefits despite claims of job creation.
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Row over virtual gated community' AI surveillance plan in Toronto neighbourhood

Residents of Rosedale propose an AI-powered surveillance system to combat rising property crime in their neighborhood.
Online Community Development
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

India's digital census prompts fear of hidden agendas

India is conducting a fully digital census, focusing on housing conditions and demographic data collection, including a caste enumeration for the first time since 1931.
#surveillance
California
fromCalifornia Post
5 days ago

Creepy secret spy cameras are found hidden outside California homes - as terrifying warning issued

Hidden spy cameras are being discovered outside homes in Los Angeles County, likely used by burglars to monitor homeowners.
Privacy technologies
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Why AI-powered city cameras are sounding new privacy alarms

Automatic license plate readers are expanding in the U.S., raising concerns about surveillance and targeting of specific communities.
Privacy professionals
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

The real US surveillance threat isn't AI - it's the data infrastructure we already built - Silicon Canals

The infrastructure for mass surveillance already exists, relying on pre-existing technology and data rather than new AI advancements.
California
fromCalifornia Post
5 days ago

Creepy secret spy cameras are found hidden outside California homes - as terrifying warning issued

Hidden spy cameras are being discovered outside homes in Los Angeles County, likely used by burglars to monitor homeowners.
Privacy technologies
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Why AI-powered city cameras are sounding new privacy alarms

Automatic license plate readers are expanding in the U.S., raising concerns about surveillance and targeting of specific communities.
Privacy professionals
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

The real US surveillance threat isn't AI - it's the data infrastructure we already built - Silicon Canals

The infrastructure for mass surveillance already exists, relying on pre-existing technology and data rather than new AI advancements.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Porn, dog poo and social media snaps: the taskers' scraping the internet for Meta-owned AI firm

Scale AI, part-owned by Meta, employs thousands to train AI using personal data from social media, raising ethical concerns about data scraping.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
8 hours ago

The AI divide putting open weights models in spotlight

Open weights AI models are evolving from research projects to serious enterprise products, highlighting a growing divide between enterprise and frontier AI.
#social-media
Digital life
fromwww.dw.com
6 hours ago

Does age verification for social media help protect kids?

Governments are implementing age limits on social media to protect minors, but experts question the effectiveness of such measures.
Social media marketing
fromHer Campus
3 days ago

They Knew, They Didn't Care, & We Are All Paying For It

Social media platforms like Instagram have been found liable for mental health damage to young users, with internal documents revealing harmful strategies targeting teens.
Digital life
fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago

What the Verdict Against Meta and Google Says About the Way We Live Now

A California jury found Meta and Google liable for a woman's addiction to social media, marking a significant shift in legal accountability for tech companies.
Digital life
fromwww.dw.com
6 hours ago

Does age verification for social media help protect kids?

Governments are implementing age limits on social media to protect minors, but experts question the effectiveness of such measures.
Social media marketing
fromHer Campus
3 days ago

They Knew, They Didn't Care, & We Are All Paying For It

Social media platforms like Instagram have been found liable for mental health damage to young users, with internal documents revealing harmful strategies targeting teens.
Digital life
fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago

What the Verdict Against Meta and Google Says About the Way We Live Now

A California jury found Meta and Google liable for a woman's addiction to social media, marking a significant shift in legal accountability for tech companies.
fromPopular Science
1 day ago

How to stop your smart TV from tracking you

Smart TVs are capable of tracking user data, including viewing habits and app usage, which can lead to personalized advertising and content recommendations. Users may prefer to limit this tracking to protect their privacy.
Privacy technologies
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 day ago

Powerful surveillance program faces obstacles as renewal deadline looms

Section 702's reauthorization faces political challenges despite its perceived effectiveness in national security and support from the White House.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Understanding AI Hallucinations: Making Sure You Don't End Up At The Wrong Stop - Above the Law

Understanding GenAI's predictable failures is crucial for legal professionals to avoid hallucinations and inaccuracies in legal outputs.
Remote teams
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

What's AI's Real Failure? No One's Actually in Charge

HR must transition from a support role to a strategic driver of business outcomes, especially in the context of AI.
#artificial-intelligence
fromFast Company
6 days ago
Philosophy

Twenty seconds to approve a military strike; 1.2 seconds to deny a health insurance claim. The human is in the AI loop. Humanity is not

Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
4 hours ago

From LLMs to hallucinations, here's a simple guide to common AI terms | TechCrunch

A glossary of key artificial intelligence terms is essential for understanding the complex language used in the industry.
Philosophy
fromFast Company
6 days ago

Twenty seconds to approve a military strike; 1.2 seconds to deny a health insurance claim. The human is in the AI loop. Humanity is not

Artificial intelligence significantly accelerates decision-making in military and business contexts, but human oversight may be minimal and ineffective.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
4 hours ago

From LLMs to hallucinations, here's a simple guide to common AI terms | TechCrunch

A glossary of key artificial intelligence terms is essential for understanding the complex language used in the industry.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

What The Legal Industry Can Learn About AI Hallucinations From Auditors - Above the Law

AI-generated legal documents can contain convincing errors, necessitating stronger governance and review processes in law firms.
Law
fromArs Technica
3 days ago

Police corporal created AI porn from driver's license pics

A Pennsylvania state police corporal pleaded guilty to creating over 3,000 pornographic deepfakes and possessing child sexual abuse material.
Digital life
fromEarth911
4 days ago

Guest Idea: Why Sustainable Home Tech Choices Also Need Cybersecurity Awareness

Sustainable technology adoption is rising, but security risks of connected devices are often overlooked, impacting both environmental and digital safety.
Privacy technologies
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

How our digital devices are putting our right to privacy at risk

Digital convenience comes at the cost of personal data privacy, raising concerns about its potential use against individuals by law enforcement.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
4 days ago

Men Are Buying Hacking Tools to Use Against Their Wives and Friends

Telegram groups facilitate the sale of hacking and surveillance services, promoting abusive content targeting women and girls.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Creepy surveillance': why some cities are shutting down Flock cameras amid privacy concerns

Residents of Dunwoody, Georgia, are protesting the city's contract with Flock Safety over privacy concerns and data ownership issues.
US news
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Ominous Surveillance "Scarecrows" Appearing Across America

Police technology, including COWs, is rapidly growing, with the law enforcement equipment market projected to reach $11.7 billion by 2025.
fromSFGATE
5 days ago

A Bay Area city is offering free doorbell cameras. Experts are raising concerns.

The safety tool can improve case solvability, support suspect identification and enhance overall public safety outcomes.
Privacy technologies
Information security
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Is Anthropic limiting the release of Mythos to protect the internet - or Anthropic? | TechCrunch

Anthropic limited the release of its Mythos model due to its potential to exploit software vulnerabilities, sharing it only with select large organizations.
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

Anthropic Warns Its New AI Could Enable 'Weapons We Can't Even Envision.' Skeptics Aren't Buying It.

Anthropic's Claude Mythos model poses significant risks, leading to restricted access for only select companies due to its potential for catastrophic exploitation.
Privacy technologies
fromFortune
1 week ago

Your neighbor just got a home security system, but should you be worried? 'It's inherently a little creepy' says surveillance expert | Fortune

Consumers are increasingly concerned about privacy and data control regarding home surveillance technology.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Op-Ed | How to succeed in an AI world: Tips to navigate the new top priority for legislators nationwide | amNewYork

Lawmakers are rapidly introducing AI regulations, focusing on communication roles to effectively explain AI's impact and ensure trust and accountability.
Digital life
fromGadget Review
3 weeks ago

Your Devices Spy Today, Tomorrow They Will Make Decisions Behind Your Back

Surveillance technology embedded in smart TVs, phones, and digital devices prioritizes advertiser profit and engagement metrics over user privacy and genuine preferences.
fromGreaterwrong
5 days ago
Artificial intelligence

My picture of the present in AI

AI companies are experiencing significant productivity increases through the integration of advanced AI tools, achieving a speed-up of around 1.6x.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Ring claims it's not giving ICE access to its cameras

Ring’s partnership with Flock sparked backlash over fears government agencies could access users’ footage; Ring says integration isn’t live and ICE receives no video.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

Law enforcement is the leading DHS use case for AI

DHS deployed 238 AI use cases in 2025, with law enforcement the largest category: 86 cases, 35 classified as high-impact.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Who is responsible for our creeping surveillance age? Chances are, it's you | Tatum Hunter

Surveillance culture, once driven by governments and corporations, now involves civilians monitoring friends, family, and strangers, reflecting widespread desensitization to invasive data collection practices.
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Cities Are Shredding Their AI Surveillance Contracts en Masse

Since the start of 2025, at least 30 cities have canceled their contracts with Flock Safety, the AI surveillance company whose CEO wants to end all crime within the decade by blanketing the country in ever-watchful security cameras. That startling figure comes courtesy of NPR, which reports that concerned activists are putting mounting pressure on cities to cut ties with the company. "We are seeing a lot more momentum," Will Freeman, a Colorado-based organizer who runs the website DeFlock.org, told the broadcaster.
Privacy professionals
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