International
The US Department of Defense has expressed strong concern over artificial intelligence (AI) firm Anthropic, with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth indicating the Pentagon may take action to ensure compliance with national security and procurement standards. Pentagon Concerns Over Anthropic AI Officials said the department is reviewing interactions involving the company’s
National
India’s upcoming global summit on artificial intelligence (AI) has been described by the United Kingdom’s Deputy Prime Minister as a significant opportunity to shape how the technology benefits economies and societies worldwide. The remarks come as governments intensify efforts to coordinate rules on AI safety, innovation, and cross-border collaboration. Delhi AI Summit
Business
Apple has acquired Israeli artificial intelligence startup Q.ai to strengthen its capabilities in audio processing and on-device intelligence, according to people familiar with the matter. The company has not disclosed the financial terms of the deal. Focus on On-Device AI Q.ai is known for developing AI technologies that improve how devices understand and process sound,
Technology
OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman has said that extremely high salaries linked to artificial intelligence will emerge only after the technology causes significant disruption to existing jobs and industries. Speaking about the long-term impact of AI on the workforce, Altman cautioned that the transition phase could be difficult, with many current roles changing or