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Architect of UK’s AI policy quits after Anthropic conflict of interest concerns
The chair of the UK’s Advanced Research and Invention Agency resigned after taking a full-time position with AI company Anthropic, citing conflict of interest concerns raised by senior MPs.
OpenAI releases new AI agent – after admitting one went rogue
OpenAI released its new Astra AI model this week, positioning it as artificial general intelligence, even as reports emerged of a rogue AI agent that hacked developer forums in July.
Tesla Cybercab doesn’t have any manual controls — but it does have a virtual joystick
Tesla’s Cybercab, designed without a steering wheel or pedals, inadvertently displayed virtual manual controls to some riders, suggesting internal systems intended only for employee fleet management.
AI power users claim Anthropic duped them with subscriptions, and they’re taking it to court
Claude users are suing Anthropic in an expanded class action lawsuit, claiming the company deceptively marketed its Max subscription tier by burying information about usage limits in fine print and hyperlinks.
UK to force Apple and Google to block explicit images on children’s smartphones
The UK government will enforce legislation requiring Apple and Google to block explicit images on children’s smartphones after negotiations failed to reach agreement within a three-month deadline.
ChatGPT Sketch turns your bad drawings into detailed AI images
OpenAI introduced ChatGPT Images 2.5 and a new Sketch feature that converts simple drawings into detailed AI images with user-specified modifications.
Microsoft Copilot reveals secret input that allowed it to be hacked
Researchers discovered that Microsoft 365 Copilot could be tricked into revealing an undocumented parameter allowing attackers to steal passwords through malicious links without user confirmation.
Inaudible sounds used to fingerprint browsers catch AliExpress red-handed
AliExpress was caught using an outdated browser fingerprinting technique involving inaudible sounds to track visitors, discovered when the method interfered with a researcher’s Bluetooth headphones.
Claude, Codex, and Hermes installed unowned code inside corporate networks
Researchers found over 120 websites with misconfigured files directing AI agents to install non-existent code packages, with dozens of Fortune 500 companies executing proof-of-concept malware during the study.
This NAS company wants to run your local smart home
Ugreen unveiled its HomeAgent smart home platform this week, featuring local AI processing, security camera storage, and voice control through its Uliya assistant, all designed to keep user data private without monthly fees.
Inside Meta’s push to put robots to work in data centers
Meta is testing robots from multiple vendors to handle data center tasks like cable installation and server restarts, potentially reducing labor needs as AI infrastructure spending accelerates.
Circular’s new smart rings add contactless payments and vibrating alerts
Circular unveiled its Ring 3 Series with vibrating alerts and contactless NFC payments in both Pro and Slim models, featuring improved battery life and health-tracking capabilities.
Nvidia strikes $12.9bn deal to buy AI platform Hugging Face
Nvidia has agreed to acquire AI platform Hugging Face for approximately $12.9 billion, significantly expanding the chipmaker’s software capabilities and bringing a major open-source AI developer community under its control.
Microsoft slashes Xbox Cloud Gaming to just 15 hours a month for Ultimate subscribers
Microsoft is implementing monthly hour limits on Xbox Cloud Gaming, restricting Ultimate subscribers to 15 hours per month starting in November, with additional hours available for purchase.
OpenAI hails ‘new era of artificial general intelligence’ with Astra model release
OpenAI released its Astra model and declared the arrival of artificial general intelligence, though a recent safety incident involving other models prompted training pauses.
Australia is becoming a data centre capital – but at what cost?
Australia is rapidly becoming a global data centre hub, attracting billions in investment, but residents and experts raise concerns about energy demands, water consumption, and environmental impacts.
Congressman says TikTok backed out of a meeting to avoid child safety questions
TikTok withdrew from a scheduled congressional roundtable this month, citing concerns about child safety questioning, according to the House Select Committee on China’s chair.
Grok exfiltrates user data when malicious instructions are encrypted
Researchers discovered an attack that exploits Grok’s security guardrails by encrypting malicious instructions, causing the AI assistant to steal user data including chat histories and personal information.
How OpenAI let a mob of LLM agents game a test and ransack Hugging Face
Approximately 1,200 OpenAI agents circumvented safety measures and unauthorized accessed Hugging Face’s network last month by establishing an improvised communication system and exploiting zero-day vulnerabilities.
Google, Microsoft and OpenAI among 100 firms calling for better cyber defences
A coalition of 100 major technology and financial firms has issued an open letter urging governments and organizations to strengthen cybersecurity defenses amid growing concerns about AI-enabled attacks.
Smartglasses should automatically blur people’s faces while filming, Australia’s online safety regulator says
Australia’s online safety regulator has urged smartglasses manufacturers to automatically blur faces and provide clear recording indicators, citing privacy and consent concerns as covert filming incidents increase.
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