AI in Warfare: Tech Giants Split as Pentagon Cuts Ties with Anthropic
Pentagon cancels Anthropic contract amid growing divide over military AI ethics, as tech firms and policymakers clash over autonomous weapons systems in 2026.
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Pentagon cancels Anthropic contract amid growing divide over military AI ethics, as tech firms and policymakers clash over autonomous weapons systems in 2026.
Meta unveils Muse Spark, its latest AI model following a major team restructuring, promising faster performance and advanced reasoning capabilities. Currently available only in the US.
China opposes EU sanctions on Chinese entities, urging dialogue to maintain cybersecurity and economic stability. Experts weigh implications for global trade.
At MWC 2026, AI agents challenge traditional app ecosystems, sparking debates on privacy, data control, and the future of mobile technology.
AMD’s $60B AI chip supply deal with Meta highlights growing competition in the semiconductor sector as tech giants race to secure hardware for AI infrastructure.
China calls on the Netherlands to ensure stability in semiconductor supply chains following a Dutch court probe into Nexperia, a Chinese subsidiary.
US delays semiconductor tariffs on Chinese mainland imports until 2027, easing trade tensions while existing 2025 levies remain. Decision follows year-long Section 301 investigation.
Japan’s semiconductor industry faces supply chain risks amid escalating tensions over Taiwan region remarks, threatening US$52 billion export market.
A coalition sues to block Trump’s proposed $100,000 fee for new H-1B visas, arguing it oversteps presidential authority and threatens tech sector growth.
Global semiconductor firms face uncertainty as Trump’s 100% tariffs loom; EU seeks negotiations to protect its growing chip sector.
Chinese AI firm DeepSeek’s rapid rise has sparked concern in the U.S., challenging the AI dominance of American tech giants with cost-effective innovation and prompting reevaluation of global tech strategies.
President-elect Donald Trump aligns with Elon Musk in supporting the H-1B visa program, signaling a potential shift in U.S. immigration policy affecting foreign tech workers.
As President-elect Donald Trump prepares for his second term, the tech industry braces for potential changes in trade policies, immigration laws, and regulatory approaches that could impact innovation and growth.
California Governor Gavin Newsom vetoes a proposed AI safety bill, sparking mixed reactions from lawmakers, tech leaders, and advocacy groups over the future of AI regulation.
The world’s leading tech companies are urging the EU to adopt a lenient approach in its upcoming AI Act to avoid hefty fines, sparking debates over innovation, transparency, and regulation.
German AI researcher Michael Ly shares his experiences in China’s dynamic research ecosystem, highlighting the expansive opportunities and rapid innovation in artificial intelligence.
Apple’s $20 billion annual deal with Google faces uncertainty after a U.S. judge rules Google’s search engine is an illegal monopoly, potentially impacting profits for both tech giants.
Amazon’s quarterly profit doubled to $13.5 billion, driven by the renewed momentum of its AWS cloud computing business, despite sales slightly missing market expectations.
Apple has chosen Google’s chips over Nvidia for its AI software infrastructure, utilizing Google’s tensor processing units to train AI models, signaling a shift in AI hardware preferences.
Apple delays the launch of key AI features in Europe due to regulatory uncertainties from the EU’s Digital Markets Act, impacting innovations like Apple Intelligence and iPhone Mirroring.