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World-model firms attract funding while concealing their commercial ambitions
World-model companies such as AMI Labs and World Labs are attracting substantial attention and funding, but remain unusually secretive about their commercial plans. The technology could support robotics, interactive video, manufacturing and advanced self-driving systems, yet companies appear reluctant to reveal which markets they will pursue, partly to delay competition. AMI Labs, founded less than…
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AI firms debate whether voluntary safeguards can restrain frontier development
AI leaders are publicly debating whether the industry should slow the development of increasingly powerful systems. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei’s proposal to “pace the frontier” has attracted support from figures including OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Elon Musk, but the discussion matters because it raises questions about whether safety commitments are genuine and enforceable. The…
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Nvidia chief dismisses existential AI risks and opposes tougher regulation
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has dismissed concerns that artificial intelligence could pose an existential threat, saying there is “0% chance” it will end the world. He criticised warnings from AI researchers and executives, arguing that calls to slow development are unscientific and that alarming the public is irresponsible. Huang also opposed new AI regulations, despite…
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America and China are fighting for the future of AI — chips are the battlefield
The article argues that the US–China competition over artificial intelligence is increasingly a battle for control of the chips, computing infrastructure and software ecosystems that power AI. Although America remains ahead in advanced AI and semiconductor design, China is rapidly developing alternatives, making export controls both a national-security tool and a potential incentive for technological…
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‘Pokémon GO’s Biggest Feature Change Officially Has Players Furious
Pokémon GO’s Team GO Rocket balloons now appear only once per day, down from four times daily, in an intentional change confirmed by Scopely. The reduction has angered many players because balloons provide an important way for rural and disabled Trainers to access Rocket battles without travelling to PokéStops. Previously, balloons appeared during four six-hour…
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The benefits of using an E Ink tablet over an iPad
E Ink tablets can be preferable to an iPad for people whose main activities are reading and drawing. Their paper-like, reflective displays are generally more comfortable for prolonged use, perform well outdoors and can offer better battery life and lower weight, making them suitable for focused, low-power tasks. However, E Ink devices are less versatile…
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Customise your Samsung Galaxy side button functions
Samsung’s side button is a multifunctional feature that replaced the traditional power button in 2019 and merged with the previous Bixby button on newer models. Most users may not realise just how customisable this button is, and many can benefit from remapping its functions to suit their needs rather than relying on default settings that…
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William Shatner debuts live metal act aged 95 in Chicago
William Shatner, the 95-year-old Star Trek legend, made his live heavy metal debut with his newly formed band The *uckers at a warm-up show in Chicago on 19 September ahead of his Riot Fest performance. The unexpected musical venture sees the actor performing covers of classic metal tracks including Ozzy Osbourne’s ‘Crazy Train’, Metallica’s ‘Enter…
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The Guardian view on AI v mathematicians: humans are still vital to the field, but tech firms refuse to see that | Editorial
OpenAI’s claim that its AI agents solved the Navier–Stokes problem has intensified debate over AI’s role in mathematics. The editorial argues that the achievement’s value and originality remain uncertain, while accusing technology firms of taking credit for human work and failing to acknowledge or compensate mathematicians whose research underpins AI systems. Mathematicians are also concerned…
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Ukraine hits Moscow as PM prepares Trump talks, Iran shadows budget
Ukraine’s drone attack has left Moscow ablaze, killing at least two. The Prime Minister prepares his debut meeting with President Trump as Iran tensions threaten to stoke inflation.