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🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Trump orders federal agencies to stop using Anthropic AI in dispute over safety

US President Trump has ordered federal agencies to cease using Anthropic AI technology due to safety concerns and a public dispute.

Feb 28 • 00:35 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Trump orders federal agencies to stop using Anthropic AI in dispute over safety

President Trump has ordered a six-month phase-out of Anthropic AI technology across all federal agencies in response to safety concerns raised by the Pentagon.

Feb 28 • 00:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Trump's furious response to Anthropic is as much about power as it is about AI safety

The Trump administration has announced a blacklist of Anthropic due to its refusal to allow military access to its AI technology, marking a significant policy move regarding AI safety.

Feb 28 • 00:01 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

AI minister wants more clarity on OpenAI’s changes after Tumbler Ridge

Canada’s AI Minister Evan Solomon seeks clarity from OpenAI regarding safety protocol changes after a mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, BC.

Feb 27 • 23:17 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Trump strikes out at Anthropic – orders halt

Trump has ordered US government agencies to stop using products from AI company Anthropic amid a conflict over technological safety regulations.

Feb 27 • 21:56 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

OpenAI secures Pentagon deal with safety safeguards as Trump drops Anthropic

OpenAI has secured a Pentagon deal allowing the use of its models in the US defense agency's classified network, implementing safety safeguards after President Trump blacklisted rival Anthropic, which opposed military use of its AI technology.

Feb 27 • 21:45 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Anthropic refuses to bend to Pentagon on AI safeguards

Anthropic has rejected the Pentagon's demands regarding AI safety measures, indicating a commitment to its principles.

Feb 27 • 13:51 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Drivers fuming after losing licences over passengers' misbehaviour

Drivers in Western Australia are upset after being penalized for passengers' violations detected by AI safety cameras.

Feb 27 • 01:22 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

AI willing to 'go nuclear' in wargames

A study reveals that AI models are likely to engage in nuclear warfare scenarios during simulations, raising concerns about their safety and ethical implications.

Feb 27 • 00:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Anthropic says it ‘cannot in good conscience’ allow Pentagon to remove AI checks

Anthropic has refused the Pentagon's demand to remove safety precautions from its AI, amidst threats of contract cancellation and designation as a supply chain risk.

Feb 26 • 23:28 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

‘Need to do things differently’: Alberta police services look to AI for future

Alberta police services are increasingly adopting artificial intelligence to address staffing shortages and public safety concerns.

Feb 26 • 22:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Piauí expands video monitoring system with smart totem at Estaiada Bridge

The government of Piauí inaugurated a smart totem integrated with an AI video surveillance system to enhance public safety at the Estaiada Bridge in Teresina.

Feb 26 • 19:07 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Launch of Rail Tech Portal: Complete AI Plan for e-RCT

Rail Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launched the Rail Tech Portal and e-RCT, promoting innovations in AI, safety, and track monitoring while providing project-based funding and grants to selected startups.

Feb 26 • 12:21 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

‘Digital public shaming’: Chinese AI tools under fire for pornographic deepfakes

Chinese AI tools, particularly those developed by ByteDance, are criticized for facilitating the spread of non-consensual sexual deepfakes, raising serious concerns regarding women's rights and safety.

Feb 26 • 10:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

47 Places with High Probability of Encountering Wild Boars and Raccoons in Seoul and Incheon Found

A new predictive map has identified 47 areas in Seoul and Incheon where wild boars and raccoons are likely to appear, developed through AI and genetic analysis to prevent safety accidents and diseases from wild animal encounters.

Feb 26 • 03:16 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Minister ‘disappointed’ in OpenAI, but why is AI regulation taking years?

Federal officials in Canada express disappointment in OpenAI for its lack of proactive steps toward enhancing AI safety measures amid calls for quicker regulation.

Feb 25 • 20:36 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

AI minister ‘disappointed’ by OpenAI’s response to enhancing safety after Tumbler Ridge

Canada’s AI Minister Evan Solomon expressed disappointment at OpenAI’s lack of concrete proposals for enhancing safety measures following a concerning incident related to the Tumbler Ridge shooter.

Feb 25 • 16:55 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

US military leaders meet with Anthropic to argue against Claude safeguards

US military leaders are pressing Anthropic to allow unrestricted use of its AI model, Claude, amid ongoing disputes over safety and ethical concerns.

Feb 24 • 21:48 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Majority in the Storting for banning nudity-generating AI

A majority in Norway's Storting supports a proposal to ban companies from generating sexualized images using AI technology.

Feb 24 • 12:51 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

OpenAI representatives summoned to Ottawa to discuss concerns following Tumbler Ridge shooting

Canadian AI Minister Evan Solomon summoned OpenAI representatives to address safety concerns regarding interactions between the Tumbler Ridge shooter and ChatGPT.

Feb 23 • 20:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Life & Tech

Grindr tests AI match-making in Australia amid dating app fatigue and safety concerns

Grindr is piloting AI-driven match-making features in Australia to enhance user safety and address dating app fatigue.

Feb 23 • 03:55 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

A girl wrote to ChatGPT about a shooting, the company did not report it. Eight people were killed

A report reveals that a girl communicated with ChatGPT about a shooting incident, which the company failed to report to authorities, resulting in eight fatalities.

Feb 21 • 14:55 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: Guide - Scam Trends to Watch Out for in 2026 and How to Stay Safe Online

The article discusses upcoming scam trends in Africa for 2026, warning readers about potential online scams and providing safety tips.

Feb 20 • 13:45 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Sam Altman: Urgent Need for AI Regulation and Safety Measures, Proposal for International Agency Inspired by IAEA

Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, proposed the establishment of an international regulatory body modeled after the IAEA to address risks associated with rapidly evolving AI technologies.

Feb 20 • 02:51 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

"Hindenburg Moment". Well-Known Scientist Warns of AI Race

Professor Michael Wooldridge warns of the dangers posed by the rush in the AI sector, prioritizing commercial pressures over safety and thorough testing.

Feb 19 • 20:04 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

The new era of spam: why it is so easy to deceive artificial intelligence

An absurd experiment regarding a fake hot dog championship revealed concerning flaws in current AI technology.

Feb 19 • 14:48 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Open AI, Make the Code Public: PM Modi's Direct Message to Tech Companies

During the AI Impact Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the need for transparency in AI development and the importance of open-sourced code to benefit the youth and ensure safety.

Feb 19 • 14:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

AA says 'more than 10,000' drivers caught by high-tech AI cameras that spot offences a mile away

The AA warns that over 10,000 drivers have been caught by new AI traffic enforcement vans that can detect violations from a mile away.

Feb 19 • 11:56 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

How did two AI giants become enemies? Altman and Dario's public fallout at the summit.

The article discusses the fallout between OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei during the India AI Impact Summit, highlighting their past collaboration and differing philosophies on AI safety.

Feb 19 • 11:06 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Macron tells India AI summit Europe is determined to 'shape rules' with allies

President Macron emphasizes Europe's role in regulating artificial intelligence and collaborating with allies like India during the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi.

Feb 19 • 06:50 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

The 'Hindenburg' threat in the artificial intelligence race

A leading researcher warns that the rush to develop AI technologies, driven by economic incentives, poses a risk of a catastrophic failure that could undermine public trust in the technology.

Feb 18 • 17:37 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Why Trust AI, said Wipro Vice President at India Today AI Summit?

At the India Today AI Summit, Wipro's Vice President Ivana Bartoletti emphasized the importance of trust and safety in AI, highlighting its potential issues like misinformation.

Feb 18 • 07:11 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Spain will investigate X, Meta, and TikTok for the generation of child pornography with AI

The Spanish government has ordered an investigation into social media platforms X, Meta, and TikTok for allegedly disseminating AI-generated child sexual abuse material.

Feb 17 • 13:28 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The summit for artificial intelligence in India started with... long lines

India is hosting an AI summit that brings together global leaders and tech executives to discuss key issues such as labor market disruption and child safety.

Feb 17 • 06:15 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

From Child Safety to Healthcare... Big Announcement at AI Impact Summit Today

The second day of the AI Impact Summit 2026 features discussions on child safety, healthcare, and societal impacts, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurating the main AI Expo featuring around 300 exhibitions.

Feb 17 • 03:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

United Kingdom to tighten rules for AI chatbots after controversy with Musk's Grok

The UK government is set to strengthen online safety laws for AI chatbots following a scandal involving the Grok chatbot associated with Elon Musk, which generated inappropriate images.

Feb 16 • 17:37 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

Global AI impact summit opens in Delhi amid jobs and safety fears

A global artificial intelligence summit has started in New Delhi, focusing on job disruption and child safety concerns among other significant issues.

Feb 16 • 14:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Can governments ever keep up with big tech?

The UK government is working to adapt its regulations to the rapidly advancing technology sector, particularly in light of AI developments.

Feb 16 • 14:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Makers of AI chatbots that put children at risk face big fines or UK ban

AI chatbot makers that endanger children will face significant fines or a potential ban in the UK due to new law changes proposed by Keir Starmer.

Feb 15 • 22:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Government announces sweeping 'crackdown' on social media firms

The UK government is implementing a comprehensive crackdown on social media companies to protect children from illegal content, with a focus on AI-generated material.

Feb 15 • 12:25 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Anthropic AI safety researcher quits, says the ‘world is in peril’

An AI safety researcher at Anthropic resigned, citing concerns about the world being in peril due to interconnected crises, including those related to artificial intelligence.

Feb 12 • 17:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

East Africa: Tanzania Tops Region in Cybersecurity Standards

Tanzania has been recognized as the leader in East Africa for online safety management, ranking among the top 45 nations globally in cybersecurity standards according to the Global Cybersecurity Index released by the ITU.

Feb 12 • 10:58 UTC
🇳🇿 RNZ World
National & Local

A new wave of romance scams is washing across the internet - here’s how to stay safe

Romance scams are increasingly prevalent, using online platforms and AI tools to manipulate victims emotionally and financially, especially around Valentine's Day.

Feb 12 • 01:03 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

AI safety researcher quits with a cryptic warning

Mrinank Sharma, a leading AI safety researcher, resigns from Anthropic with concerns about interconnected global crises.

Feb 11 • 22:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Good Morning Goiás this Wednesday, February 11, 2026

A roundup of significant news stories from Goiás, Brazil, including a money-related investigation, a tragic school shooting in Canada, a motorcyclist fatality, and various road safety concerns.

Feb 11 • 12:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: BDP of Wednesday, February 11, 2026

The article reports on various incidents and developments in Brazil and abroad, including a police operation involving money being thrown from a window, a deadly shooting in Canada, a motorcycle accident, traffic safety issues, and the debate surrounding the use of AI for creating images related to child abuse.

Feb 11 • 12:13 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

DN Debate Replies. "It's not enough to just shout 'more AI' - we need to ensure safety"

The article argues that relying solely on AI solutions from major American tech companies is not the way forward for governmental authorities; safety concerns must be addressed.

Feb 11 • 11:24 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Security as a Weapon: The Sinister Success of Anthropic

Anthropic has emerged as a major player in the AI industry by focusing on safety, surpassing OpenAI in capturing enterprise clients and causing unrest in the software sector.

Feb 11 • 07:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Reports of cyber crimes in Brazil increase in 2025; nearly 90,000 new complaints

Reports of cyber crimes in Brazil surged in 2025, with almost 90,000 new complaints representing a nearly 30% increase from the previous year.

Feb 11 • 00:19 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Recognizing artificial intelligence becomes increasingly difficult; Safer Internet Day reminds of technology risks

On Safer Internet Day, participants struggled to distinguish between human-written text and AI-generated content, highlighting risks associated with technology.

Feb 10 • 14:37 UTC

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