Helsing, a leading European defense tech company, is producing 6,000 AI-powered HX-2 strike drones for Ukraine. These drones boast electronic warfare resilience and swarm intelligence, but the rise of AI-driven autonomous weapons raises ethical and security concerns. Helsing promotes responsible AI governance, but the debate on autonomous warfare continues.

At the Paris AI Action Summit, the US and UK refused to sign a global AI governance declaration, citing concerns over excessive regulation and national security risks. While 60 nations backed the agreement, French President Emmanuel Macron stressed the need for international cooperation to ensure fair and inclusive AI development.

DeepSeek AI, a rising competitor to OpenAI, is under fire for alleged data theft, security vulnerabilities, and privacy concerns. Investigations suggest the company may have used OpenAI’s API to develop its models, while its data collection practices in China raise national security alarms. With governments and experts voicing concerns, the AI industry faces tough questions about innovation, ethics, and data protection.

Cisco AI Defense targets unique vulnerabilities in enterprise AI systems, offering tools like model validation, runtime protection, and application discovery. This new platform aims to secure AI development and deployment, positioning Cisco alongside industry leaders IBM and NVIDIA in addressing evolving cybersecurity challenges.

The fusion of AI and cryptocurrency is transforming digital finance. This report explores AI's role in blockchain, from trading bots and security measures to real-world examples and expert insights. Discover the potential, challenges, and future of AI-driven innovations in cryptocurrency.

Australian billionaire Andrew Forrest leads groundbreaking US-China discussions on AI's impact on military and nuclear security. Hosted by Brookings Institution and Tsinghua University, the talks explore AI's dual potential while emphasizing global collaboration and civilian safety.

Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing data management, enabling organizations to handle vast information with unmatched efficiency and accuracy. From automating data classification and integration to enhancing data quality and security, AI-driven tools are transforming how businesses manage and utilize data. While challenges like the need for large datasets and skilled professionals remain, the future of AI in data management promises autonomous, self-optimizing systems that drive innovation across industries.

Microsoft’s Zero Day Quest is set to become the largest in-person hacking event, offering $4 million in rewards for AI and cloud vulnerability research. This innovative initiative brings security experts and Microsoft engineers together to bolster cybersecurity and set new standards for transparency and collaboration.

Google’s new AI-powered Scam Detection and Live Threat Detection features revolutionize Android security. Available on Pixel 6 and newer, these tools identify scam calls and malicious apps in real-time, protecting users from rising threats while maintaining privacy with on-device processing. Android just got safer!

UMass Boston's Applied Ethics Center stands at the forefront of ethical discourse, tackling complex issues in AI, technology, and society. With a commitment to research, teaching, and public engagement, the center is shaping the conversation on modern ethics and its impact on the future.

Researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have created AI-powered phone scam agents using OpenAI's voice API, revealing how easily AI technology can be exploited for fraudulent activities. These agents can convincingly interact in real-time, making phone scams more effective and challenging to detect, posing a growing threat to public security.