Forty mayors worldwide have agreed on a plan to control the growth and impact of AI data centers in cities. These data centers use a lot of electricity and water, which puts pressure on local resources and increases costs.
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The agreement was launched by C40 Cities during London Climate Action Week.
Cities hosting data centers want to limit their effects on electricity and water supplies.
Data centers need to be built on unused land and use renewable energy.
The plan includes reducing water use, pollution, and capturing waste heat.
Phoenix and Melbourne are examples of cities facing high demands from data centers.
Some places have paused incentives or construction of new data centers due to concerns.
About half of the cities that joined the pact are in the United States.
No cities from Southeast Asia have signed the pact yet due to national rules.
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OpenAI released a new cybersecurity AI model called GPT-5.5-Cyber that performs similarly or better than Anthropic’s Mythos 5 model. This release happened quietly, without the political issues that Anthropic has faced with export controls and government concerns.
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OpenAI introduced GPT-5.5-Cyber to improve cybersecurity work with companies and researchers.
GPT-5.5-Cyber scored 85.6% on CyberGym, a test for AI detecting software vulnerabilities.
Mythos 5 from Anthropic scored 83.8% on the same CyberGym test.
Anthropic faces export controls restricting use of its models by foreign nationals.
The White House and OpenAI did not comment on the differing treatment of these AI models.
OpenAI expanded partnerships in several countries, including Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Japan, Poland, South Korea, and the European Union.
Talks about access to Mythos were a key topic at the recent G7 Summit.
Reports suggest personal conflicts between Anthropic and the Trump administration influenced the export restrictions on Anthropic.
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China's new open-source AI model, GLM-5.2, has shown advances comparable to top U.S. models, raising concerns about how quickly China is catching up in AI technology. In the U.S., government debates continue over the safe release of advanced AI models amid fears that China could use AI to enhance cyber and military operations.
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China released an open-source AI model called GLM-5.2, which matches the capabilities of leading U.S. models like Anthropic's Opus 4.8.
The U.S. government and industry are still debating how to safely release advanced AI models due to national security concerns.
Experts estimate China has reduced the U.S. lead in frontier AI technologies to about six to nine months.
Chinese AI progress worries officials because the technology could improve surveillance, cyber attacks, and military decisions.
China’s open-source approach may make its AI technology more attractive to companies worldwide.
Some experts argue that China still lacks access to the most advanced computer chips and the vast data needed to lead in AI.
AI researchers are concerned that restricting access to U.S. AI models might limit their ability to predict future AI threats.
OpenAI recently updated its cyber-focused AI model GPT-5.5-Cyber, which performs better than some competing models.
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Intelligence agencies from five countries, called the Five Eyes, have warned that artificial intelligence (AI) is quickly changing cybersecurity risks. They urged world leaders to act fast to prevent hackers from using AI to carry out serious cyberattacks soon.
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The Five Eyes group includes the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
These countries’ intelligence agencies issued a joint warning about AI and cybersecurity.
AI is becoming a bigger threat in cybercrime because it can be used to launch attacks more easily and quickly.
The agencies say malicious actors may soon use AI to cause major damage through cyberattacks.
They call for global leaders to take immediate steps to improve defenses and controls against AI-driven threats.
This warning highlights the need for international cooperation on cybersecurity as AI technology advances.
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AI is moving from just generating ideas or text to working directly with robots and machines in factories and warehouses. This change raises new questions about safety, responsibility, and how AI systems can work smoothly with old machines and human workers.
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AI is being used more in physical systems like robots and manufacturing equipment.
Companies like NVIDIA and TSMC help build the hardware needed for AI-powered robots to work on a large scale.
The U.S. has 1.7 million fewer workers than before the pandemic, making AI and robotics more important for manufacturing.
The UK plans to spend about $650 billion by 2028 to boost manufacturing and reduce supply chain problems.
Governments see manufacturing capacity as linked to national security and economic strength.
Factories face challenges combining AI with older machinery that wasn’t designed for digital systems.
When AI-powered machines make mistakes on the factory floor, it is unclear who should be held responsible.
A conference called "World of Tomorrow" in Edinburgh brings leaders from industry, government, and defense to discuss these issues.
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The cyber agencies of the Five Eyes countries—including the U.S., Britain, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand—issued a joint warning about rapid advances in artificial intelligence (AI) that could change cyber attacks and defenses soon. Despite concerns, experts say having leading AI models in U.S. hands gives America an advantage, allowing it to find and fix cybersecurity weaknesses before enemies can exploit them.
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The Five Eyes alliance warned about the fast development of advanced AI models that affect cyber security.
Anthropic’s AI model called Mythos could infiltrate highly secure NSA networks under certain conditions.
The White House stopped public access to Anthropic’s most advanced models due to national security worries.
AI is a dual-use technology, helping both offense (military/intelligence use) and defense in cybersecurity.
The U.S. benefits first from discovering its own AI-related security flaws and can fix them before adversaries exploit them.
Anthropic’s Project Glasswing uses Mythos to find and patch vulnerabilities in critical software early.
Mythos Preview identified nearly 3,900 serious security gaps in open-source software and uncovered a decades-old flaw in OpenBSD.
Several major companies like Amazon, Apple, Google, Microsoft, and JPMorgan Chase partner with Anthropic on this defense project.
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Dr. Anil Menon, an emergency room doctor, is preparing for an 8-month mission aboard the International Space Station. During his time in space, he will conduct scientific studies related to health and medicine.
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Dr. Anil Menon is an ER doctor selected for a space mission.
The mission will last for 8 months.
He will live and work on the International Space Station.
His studies will focus on health and medical research in space.
The mission aims to increase understanding of how space affects the human body.
This is part of ongoing research to support long-duration space travel.
The news was shared by ABC News with comments from Dr. Darien Sutton.
The mission is scheduled for the year 2026.
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Voters in New York City are deciding in a Democratic primary election that highlights a struggle between artificial intelligence (AI) companies and nonprofit groups seeking stronger controls on AI. The race aims to choose a new representative after Rep. Jerry Nadler retires, with candidates representing different views on AI regulation.
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The election is in New York City for the Democratic primary.
The winner will replace Rep. Jerry Nadler, who is retiring.
The campaign centers on differing opinions about AI technology.
AI companies support candidates favoring fewer regulations.
Nonprofit safety groups back candidates who want stricter AI rules.
This election is seen as a key moment in the debate on AI policy.
Voters’ choice will reflect public attitude toward AI’s future oversight.
The outcome may influence how AI is regulated at the government level.
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Tech stocks dropped sharply as investors worried about a possible bubble in artificial intelligence (AI) related companies. Memory chip and data storage companies fell the most because they supply important parts for AI technology.
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The Nasdaq Composite Index fell 2.5% early in the trading day.
The S&P 500 index dropped about 1%.
South Korea’s KOSPI index, led by memory chip companies Samsung and SK Hynix, fell 10% overnight.
U.S. companies Micron, Sandisk, Seagate Technology, and Western Digital saw big stock drops ranging from 8% to over 12%.
Memory chips and storage devices are in high demand due to AI infrastructure growth.
SpaceX stock briefly fell below its public debut price of $150.
SpaceX is seen as an AI investment because of plans for orbital data centers.
Experts say it is unclear if these drops are a short-term event or a bigger market correction.
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Sony Pictures released the first trailer for "Klara and the Sun," a new movie directed by Taika Waititi. The film is based on a novel by Kazuo Ishiguro and tells the story of Klara, a solar-powered artificial friend, who seeks a loving home and helps a girl named Josie and her family.
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"Klara and the Sun" is based on a bestselling novel by Nobel Prize winner Kazuo Ishiguro.
Taika Waititi, an Academy Award-winning director, wrote and directed the film.
The main character, Klara, is an Artificial Friend powered by the sun.
Klara is chosen by Josie, a girl who has a difficult relationship with her mother.
The cast includes Jenna Ortega as Klara, Mia Tharia as Josie, Amy Adams as Josie’s mother, and Natasha Lyonne as the store manager.
The story is set in an unspecified future and explores the connection between humans and technology.
The film’s tone is more dramatic than Waititi’s previous works.
"Klara and the Sun" will be released in theaters on October 23, 2026.
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A new audiobook version of Homer’s The Odyssey uses an AI-generated voice that sounds like actor Michael Caine. The audiobook was created by ElevenLabs, a company that allows people to rent famous voices using artificial intelligence technology. This follows a trend where actors license their voices and likenesses to be used digitally, even after retirement or death.
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Christopher Nolan’s film adaptation of The Odyssey will be released soon, following his successful movie Oppenheimer.
Michael Caine, aged 93, provided his AI voice for a new 13-hour audiobook of The Odyssey by ElevenLabs.
ElevenLabs is an $11 billion company specializing in AI voice cloning and offers celebrity voices for rent through its Iconic Voice Marketplace.
Caine retired from acting but agreed to license his voice for AI use, allowing his voice to appear in future media.
Other actors like Matthew McConaughey, Bruce Willis, and Val Kilmer have also licensed their voices or likenesses for AI projects.
ElevenLabs’ Odyssey audiobook uses the 1870s translation by William Cullen Bryant and features a full cast, music, and sound effects.
The AI version of Caine’s voice was refined with his input to ensure accuracy and quality.
This technology allows celebrities’ voices and images to be used indefinitely with permission from estates.
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Cory Doctorow, a tech journalist and author, wrote a new book called The Reverse Centaur’s Guide to Life After AI, which critiques the current excitement and risks around artificial intelligence (AI). He explains that while AI tools can be helpful, the industry is creating situations where humans become mere helpers to machines, leading to economic problems when the AI investment bubble bursts.
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Cory Doctorow is a tech journalist and science fiction author with a new book about AI.
He introduces the idea of a "reverse centaur," meaning a person controlled or reduced by machines, instead of enhanced by technology.
Doctorow gives an example of an Amazon delivery driver monitored by AI cameras and becoming just a part of the machine.
He supports using AI tools as helpers but warns against overreliance that removes human roles.
The AI industry is spending huge amounts of money on big AI models that lose billions of dollars each year.
Doctorow predicts the AI investment bubble will collapse and cause economic damage.
Seven AI companies now make up over a third of the stock market, showing how concentrated AI investments are.
Doctorow says AI is like asbestos in technology—a hidden danger with long-term consequences.
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A new report finds that nearly 80% of datacenters worldwide face risks from climate hazards like floods, fires, and extreme winds. These risks can cause disruptions, higher repair costs, and affect digital services that rely on these datacenters.
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Around 80% of datacenters are exposed to extreme climate threats such as flooding, strong winds, and wildfires.
Chronic climate risks like heat and drought affect 54% of datacenter markets globally.
Most datacenters in the Americas (86%) face risks from floods, wind, and wildfires, compared to 60% in Asia-Pacific and 25% in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Asia-Pacific datacenters have the highest exposure (89%) to heat and drought risks.
In the US, important datacenter areas like the Carolinas, Atlanta, New York-New Jersey, and northern Virginia are among the most at risk.
Many new datacenters are being built in vulnerable regions, even though safer locations exist.
Datacenters use a lot of water, and about two-thirds of upcoming US datacenters are planned in drought-affected areas.
Climate damage to datacenters can cause wider service disruptions and strain local power and water resources.
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Valve has launched its new Steam Machine gaming computer with higher prices than first planned, citing increased costs for computer parts. The Steam Machine, which works as both a PC and a gaming console, starts at £879 in the UK and $1,049 in the US due to rising prices for memory and storage.
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Steam Machine's UK price is £879; US price is $1,049.
The price increased because computer parts like RAM and storage have become more expensive.
Valve also raised prices on its Steam Deck handheld device by 40% earlier due to similar reasons.
The Steam Controller will be sold for £85 or bundled with the Steam Machine for higher prices.
The Steam Machine is a gaming PC designed to also work like a console.
Prices for electronic devices are rising across the market due to higher memory and storage costs.
Memory demand is high partly because of data centers used for artificial intelligence processing.
Analysts say the Steam Machine’s price makes it a niche product compared to cheaper consoles like the PS5.
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Air conditioners cool indoor air by removing heat and moisture and releasing the heat outside. While they help people stay comfortable in hot weather, air conditioners can dry out the skin and eyes, and users should take precautions to protect their health.
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Air conditioners pull in warm air, cool it with cold coils, and blow cool air back inside while releasing heat outside.
Willis Carrier invented modern air conditioning in 1902 to control humidity in a printing plant.
Early air conditioners used harmful chemicals called CFCs; newer models use safer refrigerants like R-32 and propane.
Rising global temperatures are increasing the use of air conditioners worldwide.
Heat stress caused by high temperatures is a major health risk and can worsen many illnesses.
Heatstroke happens when the body’s temperature rises above 40°C (104°F) and can be deadly without fast treatment.
Tips to prevent heatstroke include drinking water, wearing loose cotton clothes, avoiding sun exposure, and staying cool indoors.
Overuse or poorly maintained air conditioners can cause dry skin and dry eyes due to moisture removal.
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BBC Sport offers a new 3D Experience for the FIFA World Cup 2026, allowing viewers in the UK to watch matches live or replay them with different camera angles. This feature gives users control to see the game from multiple views, such as a player's perspective or a tactical bird’s-eye view.
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The 3D Experience is available only in the UK on BBC Sport’s website and app.
Viewers can watch live matches or replays, including highlights and full games.
Multiple camera views include broadcast angle, tactical top-down, third-person following a player, and first-person from a player’s eyes.
The technology uses live data from FIFA and XR company Immersiv.io to create a real-time 3D recreation of matches.
The experience works as a second screen, letting viewers rewind, switch angles, and see stats during the game.
It supports matches shown on both BBC and ITV, with replays available shortly after each match ends.
The service is described as a beta, meaning it is still being tested and improved.
The technology behind it is similar to semi-automated offside technology used in soccer for tracking player positions.
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The Five Eyes intelligence alliance warned that advanced artificial intelligence (AI) is developing quickly and could soon bypass current cybersecurity defenses. They advised governments and businesses to act fast to improve their security systems and prepare for more complex and faster cyberattacks using AI.
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The Five Eyes alliance includes security agencies from Britain, the United States, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.
AI models are improving so fast that cybersecurity assumptions can become outdated in a few months.
AI makes it easier and faster for hackers to carry out complex attacks.
The alliance said breaches will happen, so being prepared helps reduce damage.
Organizations should use AI tools to strengthen their cybersecurity and limit access to important systems.
Startup Anthropic developed Mythos AI models that can find software weaknesses better than before.
The U.S. government ordered Anthropic to restrict access to Mythos 5 and Fable 5, especially blocking foreign nationals.
This government action contrasts with the White House’s general approach to limit strict AI regulations.
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Senator David Pocock has asked the Australian government to stop tech companies from using Australian content to train artificial intelligence (AI) models. The government is considering changes to copyright laws that might allow this use, while some officials want stronger rules to protect Australian content creators.
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Senator David Pocock challenges the Albanese government over potential copyright changes for AI training.
Cabinet is divided between two departments on how to handle Australian content used by AI companies.
Possible options include new copyright exemptions linked to investments in local datacentres or extended licensing for AI use.
The government may create a new fund to support Australian creative industries.
Industry Minister Tim Ayres said the government will not allow copyright protections to be weakened.
Greens Senator Sarah Hanson-Young called for a pause on new datacentres until AI and resource use rules are clear.
There is a debate about managing Australia’s technological independence and protecting local producers.
The government is expected to announce its plan around mid-July 2024.
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Google DeepMind lost two well-known AI researchers last week, with both joining other AI companies. Many top AI experts are changing jobs as companies compete to develop advanced artificial intelligence.
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Noam Shazeer left Google DeepMind to work at OpenAI after Google spent over $2 billion to bring him and his team to the company.
Shazeer helped create the Transformer model, important for AI systems like ChatGPT.
John Jumper, a 2024 Nobel Prize winner for chemistry, left Google DeepMind to join Anthropic.
Barret Zoph returned to OpenAI in January but recently left again for unclear reasons.
Nvidia acquired the team behind Essential AI, including researcher Ashish Vaswani.
AI companies highly value a small group of experts who guide research and manage large projects.
Top researchers consider factors like money, computing resources, company leadership, and ethical use of AI when choosing where to work.
The AI industry expects rapid progress soon, increasing competition for these key scientists.
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This article highlights 31 top deals available during Prime Day 2026, selected and tested by the editors to help shoppers find good buys among many offers. The list includes discounts on kitchen appliances, home gadgets, sleep accessories, travel items, and tech products.
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The article features 31 personally tested and vetted Prime Day deals in various categories.
Editors fact-checked price histories to avoid fake discounts.
Deals include kitchen items like the Ninja Slushi Frozen Drink Machine and Vitamix 5200 Blender.
Home items on sale include the Levoit Tower Fan and wine chillers.
Travel deals include the Trtl Travel Pillow and efficient phone chargers like the Anker Nano 3.
The editors update the list daily throughout the Prime Day sale event.
The article aims to help shoppers avoid poor deals and save money.
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