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US to Safety Test Google, Microsoft, xAI AI Models
The US Department of Commerce will now safety test new AI models from Google, Microsoft, and xAI before public release, according to the BBC.
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2026 Kentucky Derby Horses and Odds: Meet the Runners
The 2026 Kentucky Derby will feature 19 horses in the 1 1/4-mile race, with Renegade as the morning-line favorite at 4-1 odds. Four horses have scratched since the post-position draw, according to CBS News.
Seven Lawsuits Filed Against OpenAI by Canada Mass-Shooting Victims’ Families
Seven families of victims from a mass shooting in Canada have filed lawsuits against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman in a California court. They accuse the company of failing to alert authorities about the shooter's troubling interactions with ChatGPT, according to the BBC.
Seven Lawsuits Filed Against OpenAI by Canada Mass-Shooting Victims’ Families
Seven families of victims from a mass shooting in Canada have filed lawsuits against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman in a California court. They accuse the company of failing to alert authorities about the shooter's troubling interactions with ChatGPT, according to the BBC.
Altman Apologizes as OpenAI Fails to Alert Police Before Canada Shooting
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has apologized after the company failed to alert police about online behavior linked to the fatal shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, according to The Guardian.
BBC’s Football Focus to end after 52 years
The BBC announced that its long-running football program Football Focus will end after 52 years, with Alex Scott as its final host. According to the BBC, the decision is part of a broader strategy to expand digital coverage.
Classi Tech, Film, and Leadership: 4% and 23% AI Insights
The readiness of leadership for artificial intelligence is being questioned as only 3% of companies see sustainable results from AI, according to Stanford’s AI Index. Meanwhile, creative and technical projects under the name 'classi' are emerging in film, cycling, and dentistry.
Meta to Cut 8,000 Jobs as AI Spending Soars
Meta announced Thursday that it will cut 8,000 jobs, or 10% of its workforce, as it shifts its focus to artificial intelligence (AI), with $135 billion allocated to AI this year alone, according to BBC.
Anthropic investigating claim of unauthorised access to Mythos AI tool
Anthropic is investigating a claim that a small group of people gained unauthorized access to its Claude Mythos model, a powerful AI tool used for cyber-security, according to a report from the BBC.
Meta to Track Workers’ Clicks for AI Training
Meta will begin tracking employees' keystrokes and mouse clicks to train its AI models, according to BBC reports.
The Onion Launches Effort to Turn Infowars into Parody Website
The Onion has proposed a new plan to take over Infowars, the media company run by Alex Jones, according to the BBC.
Claude Mythos Raises Cybersecurity Concerns with Hype
Anthropic's new AI model, Claude Mythos, has sparked regulatory and financial discussions due to its advanced capabilities in hacking and cybersecurity tasks, according to the BBC.
Man Charged with Attempted Murder After Attack on OpenAI CEO’s Home
A 20-year-old Texas man has been charged with attempted murder and arson after allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail at the home of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, according to San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins.
Anthropic Keeps AI Tool Private Amid Cybersecurity Fears
Anthropic has decided not to release its latest AI model, Claude Mythos, to the public, citing concerns about the tool potentially enabling widespread hacking, according to the Guardian.
Molotov Attack at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s Home Sparks Concern
A 20-year-old man was arrested by San Francisco Police Department after a Molotov cocktail was thrown at the home of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman early on Friday morning, according to Al Jazeera.
Things Used Good Until: 50% of Tech Products Fail Within 3 Years
A recent analysis shows that 50% of consumer electronics fail within three years of purchase, according to a multi-source report combining findings from health, technology, and lifestyle sectors.
Lego World Cup Features Messi, Ronaldo and More
Lego has unveiled a new World Cup-themed collection featuring iconic football stars like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, drawing attention from fans and collectors worldwide.
Govee’s Outdoor Chromatic String Lights Sound Obnoxious in the Best Way
Govee’s latest outdoor chromatic string lights, which allow users to change colors and patterns with an app, have sparked both excitement and criticism, according to Gizmodo.
Crimson Desert Launches on Intel Arc, Pearl Abyss Changes Course
Crimson Desert, developed by Pearl Abyss, is now available on Intel Arc GPUs, marking a significant shift in the game's accessibility and performance on non-NVIDIA hardware, according to multiple reports.
Apple Unveils New Tech at June 8 Developers Conference
Apple is set to return to its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) the week of June 8, according to Apple's official website, where the event will showcase new technologies and software updates.
Anthropic’s Claude Can Now Control Your Computer
Anthropic has announced that its AI model, Claude, can now interact with and control users' computers to complete tasks, according to multiple reports.
Claude Automate Your Entire Desktop: A Major Update With a Key Limitation
Anthropic’s Claude AI can now automate tasks across a user’s desktop, but it comes with a notable restriction, according to XDA Developers.
Judge rejects Pentagon’s attempt to cripple Anthropic
A federal judge in California has rejected the Pentagon's attempt to block Anthropic from providing its AI tools to government agencies, according to the BBC.