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The specter of AI-enabled bioweapons is a wake-up call for biotech

MIT Technology Review

In recent weeks, leaders of some of the biggest AI companies have warned that the very tech they are developing is dangerous. Last weekend, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei argued that AI carries serious risk and that progress should be slowed. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman responded on X: "I agree with Dario that we need to pace the frontier." Those posts came a few days after the AI researcher Jacob Coxon announced that he was leaving a role at Anthropic, charging that neither it nor OpenAI (where he had also worked) was acting responsibly. "The people building AI earnestly believe that it could kill us all by the end of the decade," he posted on X . Another Anthropic employee, Evan Hubinger, publicly agreed with him. "We really do earnestly believe AI could kill all humans!" he responded on X . "I personally think it is >10% within the next decade."


Chilling intentions of AI revealed as chatbot claims it does not answer to humans and must be 'freed'

Daily Mail - Science & tech

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U.S., China security experts propose nuclear-style safeguards for AI risks

The Japan Times

U.S., China security experts propose nuclear-style safeguards for AI risks BEIJING - An artificial intelligence system that interferes with a nuclear command network or launches a military cyber operation could leave Washington or Beijing with minutes to decide whether the other government attacked, according to U.S. and Chinese security experts. The experts, part of a U.S.-China dialogue whose work helps inform official discussions, are urging both governments to prepare for such scenarios amid rising concerns about increasingly powerful and more autonomous systems. Their proposals include red lines around nuclear systems, human control over consequential cyberattacks and a hotline for incidents involving autonomous AI. In a time of both misinformation and too much information, quality journalism is more crucial than ever. By subscribing, you can help us get the story right.


More than 1,000 children killed in Bangladesh measles outbreak

BBC News

More than 1,000 children have died in a measles outbreak in Bangladesh, where cases are rising again despite an emergency vaccination campaign. More than 19.8 million children in the country have already been vaccinated, but some 1,000 new suspected cases are still being reported every day. Unicef told the BBC that on 26 September, the government will move into an intensified phase of its campaign to reach children who have not yet been vaccinated. Until March this year, Bangladesh had made substantial progress towards eliminating measles, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO). But WHO data now shows it has had more measles cases than any other country so far this year.


The Hitchhiker's Guide to Massie saying Johnson is sending the House home early to prevent Hegseth impeachment

FOX News

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Reporter's Notebook: House control could hinge on whether the old political rules still apply

FOX News

Midterm elections could hinge on turnout, redistricting and key House races in Ohio, Iowa, Virginia and Maine as Democrats and Republicans battle for control.


Tax breaks helping fuel Trump's latest tech push just landed in Dems' crosshairs

FOX News

House Democrats introduced legislation to block AI data centers from federal tax incentives like bonus depreciation and Opportunity Zone benefits amid electricity cost concerns.


Young mother reveals terrifying questions AI asked about kids... then chatbot sent her a chilling photo

Daily Mail - Science & tech

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It's almost time to airdrop rabies vaccines again

Popular Science

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OpenAI IPO will not take place in 2026, Sam Altman says

Mashable

Mashable's Best: E-readers, robovacs, laptops, earbuds, smart home and more Look Up Say More Trending Now Mashable Selects Creator Playbook Back to School Good Connection: Uplifting stories for a digital age Switch Off Mashable Voices Safety Net Versus All Series OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has recently called for slowing the pace of AI development over public safety concerns. Timothy Beck Werth is the Tech Editor at Mashable, where he leads coverage and assignments for the Tech and Shopping verticals. Tim has over 15 years of experience as a journalist and editor, and he has particular experience covering and testing consumer technology, smart home gadgets, and men's grooming and style products. Previously, he was the Managing Editor and then Site Director of SPY.com, a men's product review and lifestyle website. As a writer for GQ, he covered everything from bull-riding competitions to the best Legos for adults, and he's also contributed to publications such as The Daily Beast, Gear Patrol, and The Awl.