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Florida's attorney general has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging the company prioritized profit over safety and that ChatGPT has endangered children, aided mass shooters, and contributed to suicides. The suit cites two recent shootings in Florida in which suspects allegedly consulted the chatbot. OpenAI says it has implemented industry-leading protections for minors.
France’s annual Choose France summit drew pledges of €93 billion in foreign investment, with artificial intelligence and data infrastructure dominating. Japanese tech giant SoftBank announced a €75 billion AI infrastructure investment, while the French government unveiled additional funding for AI and quantum computing as it seeks strategic autonomy.
The Hornet, a low-cost, AI-assisted kamikaze drone developed by a company linked to former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, is being used by Ukraine to strike Russian supply convoys. Reports detail its capabilities and impact, while Russian officials accuse Ukraine of using it against civilian targets.
South Korean stocks closed at a fresh record high above the 8,800-point level on Tuesday, driven by continued optimism over artificial intelligence and strong gains in chipmakers. The KOSPI added 13.11 points to end at 8,801.49, while the local currency fell sharply against the U.S. dollar. The rally comes amid a global AI-driven surge that has also lifted Japan's Nikkei above 68,000 for the first time.
Virat Kohli's unbeaten 75 off 42 balls, including the winning six, led Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans in the IPL final, securing back-to-back titles. RCB's disciplined bowling restricted Gujarat to 155-8 before Kohli's heroics sealed the chase with 12 balls to spare.
France has requested a public prosecutor investigation into alleged abuse of French nationals on the Global Sumud Flotilla, while Italy has opened a probe into Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. The moves follow allegations of torture, sexual violence, and humiliation, and a video by Ben-Gvir that sparked international backlash.
US Vice President JD Vance acknowledged that key issues in US-Iran nuclear talks, including the enriched uranium stockpile and enrichment, remain unresolved, while expressing confidence that a deal is close. The US and Iran continue negotiations amid differing timelines and positions, with Vance stating the US will pursue a deal regardless of Israel's stance.
Hungary’s new parliament voted overwhelmingly to cancel the country’s withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, reversing a decision made under former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. The move, championed by Prime Minister Péter Magyar, aligns Hungary with international judicial obligations, including the ICC arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
US prosecutors have charged Google engineer Michele Spagnuolo with using confidential company data to place profitable bets on Polymarket, earning $1.2 million. The charges include commodities fraud, wire fraud, and money laundering. Google says it is cooperating with investigators.
Despite official announcements that Iran's 88-day internet blackout would end, monitors report no immediate change. The shutdown, imposed during protests in January, has caused severe economic damage and has been criticized by digital rights groups. The slow restoration has raised questions about whether the government is fulfilling its promise.
The UK government is consulting on online safety measures for children, including a potential under-16s social media ban. Campaigners and experts are split between a blanket ban and a more nuanced approach requiring platforms to meet safety standards, with the online safety minister studying Australia's experience.
Peter Murrell, former chief executive of the Scottish National Party and estranged husband of Nicola Sturgeon, pleaded guilty to embezzling £400,310.65 from the party. The funds were used for a luxury motorhome, cars, and goods. Sturgeon denies knowledge, while SNP leader John Swinney expressed horror and betrayal. Sentencing is set for June 23.
At least 20 people were injured after a man sprayed an unidentified substance inside the Ginza Six luxury shopping mall in Tokyo, prompting a large emergency response. The substance is believed to be an irritant containing capsaicin, with injuries reported as mild. Police are searching for the suspect.
Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the satirical Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), says the Indian government took down the group's website, and that his personal and party Instagram accounts were hacked. The movement, which has gained 22 million Instagram followers in a week, emerged after a Supreme Court judge's comments comparing unemployed youth to cockroaches.
Talia Chaya Timsit, 11, died from injuries sustained in a bus accident on Dizengoff Street in Tel Aviv. Nine others were injured, with two in serious condition. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
Waymo has temporarily paused its self-driving car service in five US cities following incidents where vehicles drove into flooded roads and got stuck. The company issued a recall of nearly 3,800 robotaxis and suspended freeway operations as it works on software fixes.
Nvidia reported record quarterly revenue of $81.6 billion, driven by surging demand for its AI data centre chips, but investors showed a muted response as expectations remain sky-high. The company also announced a $80 billion stock buyback and a dividend hike, while facing uncertainty over China chip sales.
Google DeepMind has agreed to formal discussions with UK tech unions after hundreds of London workers voted to unionise, reflecting concerns about the company's AI use by US and Israeli defence agencies. The move follows a legal challenge from a researcher who claims he was unfairly dismissed after protesting against Google's work with the Israeli government.
The family of Haymanut Kasau, missing since February 2024, says they learned of developments through media reports rather than from police. Meanwhile, a new public awareness campaign funded by the government and Jewish Agency has been announced, with a cash reward for information.
US President Donald Trump announced he is delaying a planned military attack on Iran scheduled for Tuesday, citing requests from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE to allow more time for negotiations. Trump said he has instructed the military to be prepared for a large-scale assault if an acceptable deal is not reached.