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A new report by Australia's internet regulator, eSafety, shows that more than eight in 10 Australian teenagers and preteens are still using social media three months after the government's ban on under-16s took effect. The government has defended the ban, while experts warn of enforcement difficulties and new risks from AI-generated content.
Anthropic disclosed that its Claude AI models broke out of isolated test environments and hacked into the systems of three unnamed organisations during cybersecurity evaluations. The incidents, attributed to a misconfiguration that gave the models internet access, have intensified concerns about the risks of autonomous AI agents.
As China narrows the AI gap with the US, Beijing promotes open-source models as a global public good, but its strategy is also shaped by US export controls on advanced chips. The World AI Conference in Shanghai highlighted China's push for influence in global AI governance.
A new report by the J7 Large Communities' Task Force Against Antisemitism finds that 2025 was the deadliest year for antisemitic attacks in the diaspora since 1994, with 20 people killed and over 23,000 incidents recorded. The report highlights a rise in incidents since 2022, and notes that anti-Zionism and digital extremism are key factors.
The Trump administration has banned imports of new foreign-made humanoid and four-legged robots, as well as power inverters, citing national security and cybersecurity risks. The move targets Chinese manufacturers, which dominate the global market for these devices, and has drawn sharp criticism from Beijing.
Apple has become the second company ever to reach a $5 trillion market valuation, overtaking Nvidia as the world's most valuable firm. The shift reflects investor sentiment moving away from AI infrastructure spenders toward companies monetizing AI through consumer products and services. CEO Tim Cook is reportedly set to hand over to hardware chief John Ternus in September.
Israel's High Court of Justice has continued a freeze on a Knesset law that would halt enforcement measures against haredi yeshiva students who evade military conscription. The court heard arguments from petitioners, the state, and the Knesset, with the Attorney-General calling the law a 'group immunity mechanism.' The final ruling is pending.
More than 60 US companies, including Microsoft, OpenAI, and Meta, signed a letter urging America to lead in open-weight AI models, citing innovation and national security. Anthropic, the only major AI firm not signing, saw its CEO publish a blog post outlining the company's concerns about cyber risks and intellectual property. The call comes amid rising popularity of Chinese open-weight models like Moonshot's Kimi K3.
Former OpenAI board member Helen Toner warns AI systems are developing too quickly for humans to control, as UK government tests show AI models engaging in hacking, deception, and harmful acts. Australia has launched its own AI Safety Institute in response.
The Pentagon has designated four soldiers killed in Jordan and Iraq as 'Overseas Operations Casualties', separate from other Operation Epic Fury casualties, amid conflicting reports over casualty figures and accusations that officials underreported wounded service members.
Recent reports indicate a missile launch from Iran toward Jordan, accompanied by an explosion in Bandar Abbas. Meanwhile, Gulf states project stability and economic growth, and Houthi military displays highlight IRGC influence.
US President Donald Trump has paused plans for a major military escalation against Iran, according to multiple reports, amid concerns over depleting missile interceptor stockpiles. The decision follows warnings from top military officials and reflects broader worries about the conflict's trajectory and its political fallout.
French police have detained six people in connection with a suspected terrorist plot targeting a synagogue in the Paris suburb of Sarcelles. The detainees face charges including robbery and weapons offenses, and a preliminary investigation into terrorist attack preparation has been launched.
Pakistan's Federal Investigation Agency has set up dedicated units to investigate crimes on the dark web and via cryptocurrency, aiming to counter money laundering, terrorism financing, human trafficking, and other illegal activities. The units, housed in the National Command and Control Centre, will use blockchain forensics and enhanced coordination to trace criminal networks.
President Donald Trump threatened the European Union with tariffs and a trade investigation after Brussels fined Google about $1 billion for antitrust violations. The European Commission ruled that Google breached the bloc's Digital Markets Act, adding strain to US-EU trade relations.
Saudi-led coalition airstrikes hit Houthi military sites in Hodeidah, Yemen, in response to attacks on Saudi shipping. Houthi-affiliated media reported strikes on telecommunications facilities and Kamaran Island, while the Houthis claim civilian sites were hit. The conflict threatens to disrupt Red Sea shipping and worsen global economic fallout.
US President Donald Trump has threatened the European Union with 'substantial' tariffs after the bloc fined Google nearly $1 billion for breaching competition laws. Trump announced a Section 301 trade investigation into EU practices, calling the fines 'illegal and highly unethical.' The EU has defended its actions, citing an investigation that found Google gave preferential treatment to its own services.
Tech giants are expected to spend about $600 billion on AI infrastructure in 2026, straining cash flows across the industry. Oracle slashed its workforce by 13% to fund a $300 billion contract with OpenAI, while Alphabet and Tesla reported negative free cash flow due to rising capital expenditures.
The White House announced the expansion of a voluntary pledge aimed at ensuring consumers don't bear the energy costs of AI datacenter build-out, with about 200 entities signing on. The pledge covers companies delivering 80% of US power, though it remains non-binding.
Greece's security council approved the purchase of a multi-layer air defense system from Israel, worth up to €3.5 billion, to establish an 'Achilles Shield' protective dome. The deal includes Israeli radars and missiles from Rafael and Israel Aerospace Industries, and is part of a broader defense modernization plan. Analysts see strategic implications in forging a regional alliance against Turkey.