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Police Bulletin Flags Data Center Critics as Potential Extremists
A leaked intelligence document from Philadelphia raises questions about surveillance of citizens opposing AI infrastructure projects.
Deutsche Telekom Bundles n8n AI Agent Platform for SMBs
The telecom giant will sell licenses with implementation support, targeting mid-market firms seeking automation without in-house AI teams.
AmpliTech's 64T64R Radio Passes O-RAN PlugFest, NVIDIA AI-RAN Demo
The U.S.-based RF hardware maker completed multi-vendor testing as the only American supplier at that specification, but faces customer concentration risk.
China's indium phosphide export curbs threaten AI data centers
Beijing's control over a critical photonics material has sent prices soaring 250% and created bottlenecks for Nvidia-backed chipmakers racing to build next-generation infrastructure.
Section 230 May Not Shield AI Companies From Chatbot Liability
A recent German court ruling and bipartisan U.S. legislative efforts suggest AI-generated content might not qualify for the same legal protections as third-party speech.
Trump White House Halts Public AI Safety Reports
The administration has paused the Commerce Department's AI testing unit from sharing model reviews as officials debate oversight authority.
Visa Embeds Payment Network in ChatGPT for AI Agent Shopping
The payments giant will enable autonomous purchasing through OpenAI's chatbot, complete with fraud monitoring and merchant acceptance infrastructure.
Florida Man Sues Police After Wrongful Arrest From AI Facial Match
Richard Dillon spent a night in jail after facial recognition software identified him as a suspect 300 miles from where he was—despite visible facial scars that didn't match.
Anthropic CEO: AI job losses may be structural, not temporary
Dario Amodei argues displacement could be intrinsic to how AI replicates human cognition, proposing wealth redistribution as a policy response.
Canada Proposes Social Media Ban for Under-16s, AI Chatbot Rules
New Digital Safety Act would create enforcement commission with power to fine platforms up to 3% of global revenue.
CISA Orders 3-Day Patching for Critical Vulnerabilities
New directive prioritizes AI-exploitable flaws as federal agencies face accelerated remediation timelines for internet-facing systems.
ServiceTitan AI Agent Converts 90% of Calls to Booked Jobs
HVAC contractor reports measurable revenue gains and reduced seasonal hiring needs from automated call handling.
OpenAI Uncovers China-Linked Campaign Targeting US AI Policy
The company detected operatives using ChatGPT to generate social media content criticizing data center expansion and Trump administration tech policies.
Canopy Opens Close Automation Beta to All Customers
The practice management platform's new module unifies client workflows with general ledger data to automate month-end processes.
Oracle's AI Data Center Spending Hits $55.7B, Exceeds Forecast
The database giant's capital expenditures ran 11% over its $50 billion projection, sparking questions about cloud infrastructure margins.
UN AI Panel Faces Challenge Balancing Science and Politics
The new Independent International Scientific Panel on AI must navigate independence, expertise, and legitimacy to become the evidentiary foundation for global governance.
Xplor Technologies Acquires Bitlancer for AI Payroll Automation
The vertical SaaS provider will embed Bitlancer's AI-powered payroll tools across fitness, field services, and other business segments.
CISA Orders 3-Day Patching for Critical Flaws as AI Accelerates Threats
New federal directive tightens vulnerability remediation timelines in response to AI-powered exploit automation.
FSB Proposes 12 AI Adoption Practices for Financial Firms
Draft guidance targets board members and senior management navigating strategy and risk in AI-enabled banking environments.
OpenAI Bans China-Linked Accounts Using ChatGPT for U.S. Influence
Two operations generated social media content targeting debates over AI data centers and tariffs, though neither gained significant traction online.
Visa Embeds Payment Network in ChatGPT for AI Agent Shopping
OpenAI partnership lets AI complete purchases on users' behalf with fraud monitoring and spending controls.
Visa and OpenAI Partner to Enable Agent-Initiated Payments
The collaboration integrates Visa's payment infrastructure into OpenAI's platform to support secure transactions initiated by AI agents.
Anthropic CEO calls for government power to block risky AI
Dario Amodei proposes mandatory testing framework and economic policies to address AI disruption, going beyond current Washington proposals.
Expeditors Cuts 230 Tech Jobs as Automation Reshapes Logistics
The Seattle-based freight forwarder is betting on digital tools to drive efficiency, but the move raises questions about service quality and workforce strategy.