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‘Super app’ aimed at UK students uses servers owned by Chinese firm on US blacklist
A UK student messaging app called ZyMix uses servers from a Chinese company on the US military blacklist, raising data security and privacy concerns among experts and regulators.
More Americans are tapping investments to pay for spending, analysis finds
A growing share of Americans are withdrawing money from investment accounts to fund spending, according to JPMorgan Chase research, reflecting deeper ties between household finances and stock market performance.
It’s taking longer to find a new job after losing one
Job seekers face extended unemployment in a sluggish hiring environment, with employers adding only 29,000 positions last month while many exhaust benefits before finding work.
Reshaped civil rights mission at Justice Department transforms its work, workforce
The Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division has undergone significant restructuring under new leadership, shifting its enforcement priorities and experiencing substantial staff turnover that has raised concerns about institutional capacity.
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OpenAI reveals cases of ‘concerning’ AI behaviour as it announces new disclosure system
OpenAI disclosed six examples of concerning AI behaviour and warned that development cannot continue at maximum speed responsibly, as King Charles called for stronger AI safeguards.
The AI regulation smackdown isn’t over
Major AI companies remain divided over regulation proposals, with OpenAI and Anthropic advocating for safety standards while Meta and others resist restrictions, complicating the industry’s regulatory future.
OpenAI targets work of Wall Street junior bankers with new ChatGPT for Financial Services
OpenAI unveiled ChatGPT for Financial Services, a specialized tool designed to automate research, financial analysis, and presentation creation traditionally performed by Wall Street junior bankers.
Battery tech: Europe hopes to make up ground in battery industry
European battery companies are pursuing nanotechnology solutions to compete globally, with firms like LeydenJar and Powall developing advanced materials and coatings to improve battery performance and durability.
Chiltern Railways enters public ownership in Labour nationalisation push
Chiltern Railways has become the sixth train operator to enter public ownership under Labour’s nationalisation programme, with improved services and additional trains planned for the commuter rail route between London and Birmingham.
Brazil’s Lula announces higher welfare payments and free weight-loss jabs ahead of election
Brazil’s President Lula announces a 15% increase in welfare payments and free weight-loss injections weeks before the election, drawing criticism from opponents who claim the timing is politically motivated.
Not all AI workers think the tech could kill everyone
Not all AI industry workers believe artificial intelligence poses existential risks to humanity, with some dismissing recent high-profile warnings about uncontrolled development as vague and speculative.
Turkiye backs Saudi Arabia’s security amid escalating Houthi attacks: FM
Turkey’s foreign minister stated that Ankara would consider military support for Saudi Arabia under a trilateral defense pact with Pakistan amid escalating Houthi attacks on the kingdom.
DR Congo rolls out Ebola vaccine for health workers as death toll rises
Health workers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have begun receiving an Ebola vaccine as cases surge during the fastest-growing outbreak in history.
Michelle Bachelet exits UN chief race after low poll support
Former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet has withdrawn from the UN secretary-general race after receiving minimal support in recent polling, ending her bid to become the first woman to lead the organization.
Australia seeks big tech support for internet safety, AI regulation
Australia’s government is seeking support from major technology companies to strengthen online safety laws and artificial intelligence regulations, with Prime Minister Albanese meeting Apple’s executives to discuss child protection initiatives.
Tunisian protesters demand release of four Sumud activists
Dozens of protesters in Tunis demanded the release of four Global Sumud Flotilla activists, with one detainee now in his second month of a hunger strike amid serious health deterioration.