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Former Israeli finance minister Moshe Kahlon is set to admit to failing to ensure proper reporting of financial irregularities at UnetCredit as part of a plea agreement, which includes a suspended prison term and a fine. The agreement was filed with the Tel Aviv District Court’s Economic Department and remains subject to court approval.
The UK's online safety regulator has fined the operator of a suicide forum linked to over 160 UK deaths, but the site remains accessible via VPN. Google denies breaching the Online Safety Act for still listing the site in search results, despite campaigners calling it a clear breach.
At Shanghai Cooperation Organization meetings, Russian Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoigu said Russian forces are advancing along the entire engagement line in Ukraine and that the Kiev regime lacks political will for peace. He also called for preventing renewed conflict around Iran, welcomed a Pakistan-brokered ceasefire, and condemned Western freezes of nearly $590 billion in assets belonging to Russia and other states.
At recent US university commencement ceremonies, graduates have booed speakers who mentioned artificial intelligence, highlighting widespread anxiety about AI's impact on future job prospects. Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt and real estate executive Gloria Caulfield faced jeers, with surveys showing significant concern among students and young Americans.
Viral AI-generated images purporting to show Iranian 'kamikaze dolphin' drones are being debunked after US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that Iran does not have an active military dolphin unit. Analysts point to the long, real-world history of military marine mammal programs, which could be the root of the misinformation.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued Netflix, accusing the streaming giant of collecting and monetizing user data without consent, including from children, and using 'addictive' design features. Netflix denies the claims and says it will fight the lawsuit in court.
Google's threat intelligence group reports that state-sponsored hackers from North Korea and China are increasingly using AI to identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities, with North Korea's APT45 group sending thousands of AI-generated prompts to probe for weaknesses. Separately, Kaspersky has linked a North Korean hacking group to AI-assisted malware development targeting South Korean government systems.
Samsung Electronics management and its largest labor union held a second day of government-led mediation talks on May 12 in an effort to avert a planned general strike. The union is seeking performance-based bonuses equivalent to 15 percent of operating profit, a demand management has called difficult to accept.
Senate Democrats, led by Chuck Schumer, have pledged to oppose a Republican proposal that includes $1bn for security enhancements related to President Trump's planned White House ballroom. The funding is part of a larger $70bn immigration enforcement package, and some GOP lawmakers have also voiced concerns over the cost and taxpayer use.
As artificial intelligence and cloud services drive exponential demand for data processing, data centers have become critical infrastructure—but their expansion brings security risks, environmental concerns, and local opposition. In Germany, where the government plans to double capacity by 2030, communities and experts are weighing the benefits against the vulnerabilities.
Steve Hilton, a former Downing Street adviser to David Cameron and a Fox News host, is leading in some polls for the Republican primary in the California governor's race, despite the state's Democratic leanings. His candidacy has drawn attention for his unconventional style and a recent social media gaffe involving a taco. Hilton has been endorsed by Donald Trump and promises to reduce taxes and tackle affordability.
A Buddhist temple in Seoul has introduced South Korea's first humanoid robot monk, named Gabi, which took part in a precept ceremony and will serve as an honorary monk during celebrations for Buddha's birthday. The event is part of a wider effort to modernise Buddhism's image amid declining monk numbers and growing AI influence.
Al Jazeera's investigative series 'All Hail the Military' examines why global militarism persists in 2026, revealing the rise of a military-tech complex, record global military spending, the human cost of conflicts, and the limits of international law. The five-part series, presented by Ali Rae, traces the roles of those who profit, judge, fight, suffer, and watch.
As African nations court tech giants and announce AI strategies, over 600 million people on the continent still lack electricity—a fundamental barrier to the AI revolution. This article examines the infrastructure gap, the cost of connectivity, and the emerging adaptations that could shape the future of AI in Sub-Saharan Africa.
North Korea has rejected US accusations of cyber threats, calling them 'absurd slander' aimed at justifying Washington's hostile policy. The denial follows US sanctions and legal actions against individuals linked to North Korean IT worker schemes, which officials say continue to fund weapons programs.
The BBC's news operation is set for a 15% cost reduction, part of a broader plan to cut up to 2,000 jobs. The corporation's executive committee will forgo pay rises this year, while staff unions have put forward a 4.5% pay claim. The new director general, Matt Brittin, takes over on 18 May.
The US Department of Defense has signed agreements with seven leading AI companies—including SpaceX, OpenAI, Google, and Microsoft—to deploy their technologies on classified networks. Anthropic was notably excluded following a dispute over safety guardrails for military use.
Nigel Farage is under formal investigation by the UK parliamentary standards watchdog over an undisclosed £5m gift from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne. The gift, received before the 2024 election, was not declared, and Farage claims it was for personal security. The Electoral Commission is also considering whether to investigate.
Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman over the company's shift from nonprofit to for-profit has entered its final phase, with both sides presenting closing arguments. The trial has featured testimony from Musk and Altman, revealing deep personal and philosophical rifts over AI safety and control.
Australia's proposed Media Bargaining Incentive aims to make digital platforms pay for news, but Meta has called it a 'government-mandated transfer of wealth,' and the Trump administration labeled it 'extortion.' The plan would impose a 2.25% levy on large platforms unless they strike deals with publishers, with revenue directed to newsrooms.