Trump formally replaces Artificial Intelligence with Super Intelligence in an executive order
U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that the change was appropriate when taking into consideration the promise, potential, and rapidly advancing capabilities of AI technologies
Google launches new AI model to anchor Gemini 4 after months of delays
The new model Argon is comparable to OpenAI's Astra and Anthropic's Opus on coding and cyber benchmarks, the company said
Musk, Luckey and Gingrich get 120 days to map America
Elon Musk, Palmer Luckey and Newt Gingrich will co-direct Project Meridian. The Pentagon study will identify the technology the US military needs to fight future wars. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth commissioned it on Wednesday, the Department of War said. The findings are due by 28 January 2027, 120 days after the announcement, according to [] This story continues at The Next Web
SpaceXAI weighs one Grok and X plan, from free to $100, Bloomberg reports
SpaceXAI is weighing a plan to fold Grok and X into a single subscription with four price tiers, from free to $100 a month. The plan comes from a company document viewed by Bloomberg, whose Edward Ludlow reported it on Wednesday. SpaceXAI is the artificial intelligence unit of Elon Musks SpaceX. It makes the Grok [] This story continues at The Next Web
Boeing beats Northrop to build the US Navy
Boeing will build the US Navys next carrier-based fighter, the F/A-XX, after beating Northrop Grumman for the contract. The Pentagon announced the award on Tuesday. The development contract is worth 0bn to produce test aircraft, Reuters reported. CNBC and Axios put it at more than 0bn. The programme could grow to hundreds of billions of [] This story continues at The Next Web
Reddit is killing RSS feeds on 13 November, blaming AI scraping
Reddit will stop supporting RSS feeds on 13 November, blaming AI scraping. RSS is now widely used for large-scale scraping and automated abuse, the company said in a post to moderators on Wednesday. RSS lets people follow a sites new posts in a feed reader. Moderators who use it for alerts can move to a [] This story continues at The Next Web
Nissan wants hybrids to lead by 2030. In Britain a hybrid took an electric car
Nissan has told Automotive News it wants hybrids and extended-range models to be its primary powertrain in North and Latin America by 2030. In Britain the same strategy is already built: a 170M hybrid Kicks is going into the Sunderland slot promised to an electric Qashqai that Nissan stopped developing in early 2025. Nissan wants [] This story continues at The Next Web
America.gov, the US government
The White House launched America.gov on Tuesday, an AI chatbot meant to be a single front door to federal services. On its first day, it contradicted President Donald Trump. Within hours, some of its answers had changed. Trump signed an executive order at the launch in Washington to set up the site. The General Services [] This story continues at The Next Web
Amazons delivery drivers will soon wear smart glasses that take pictures almost constantly on foot, Bloomberg Opinion columnist Dave Lee reported on Wednesday. A single shift could produce several thousand images of whatever the driver sees, including private property. Customers will have no way to opt out, see the images or ask for them to [] This story continues at The Next Web
OpenAI says Moonshot-linked users tried to extract its AI reasoning
OpenAI says people linked to Moonshot AI, the Chinese developer of Kimi, were behind a coordinated campaign to extract the hidden reasoning of its models. The company set out its findings in a blog post on Wednesday. The activity began on 1 July at low volume. It spiked on 24 and 25 July, with 16,000 [] This story continues at The Next Web
CScale exits stealth with $145m to stop laser failures stalling AI
CScale, a Palo Alto startup building optical interconnect for AI data centres, has come out of stealth with $145m in Series C funding. The round takes its total funding to $188m, the company said in a statement on Wednesday. Atreides Management led the round, with Valor Equity Partners and Premji Invest as co-leads. Sutter Hill [] This story continues at The Next Web
GAC is yet to resolve 49,978 appeals out of the total 63,353 appeals as of September 2026 compared to 174 pending appeals in November 2025
Five technology providers dominate infrastructure supporting nonconsensual AI
For the first time, researchers have identified and named key players facilitating the growing problem of AI-generated explicit sexual imagery online. The study
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Series Debuts: Dimensity 9500, Ultra-Thin Design, And 7 Years Of Updates
Samsung has officially unveiled the Galaxy Tab S12 Plus and Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra , targeting the premium mobile productivity and creative segments. Both high-end Android tablets run on the flagship 3nm MediaTek Dimensity 9500 processor, delivering an impressive 61% boost in neural processing, 19% faster CPU performance, and 17% enhanced graphics rendering. To maintain sustained peak throughput under demanding multitasking workloads, Samsung engineered an enlarged, redesigned 3D vapor chamber cooling system. Departing from earlier generations, Samsung omitted the traditional 11-inch entry tier, focusing entirely on large-format screens. The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra becomes the thinnest tablet in Samsungs history, measuring a mere 5.1 mm in thickness around its massive 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Tab S12 Plus delivers an agile 12.6-inch panel with reduced display bezels. Both panels boast a smooth 120Hz refresh rate , 1,600 nits peak brightness, specialized anti-reflective surface coatings, and Vision Booster algorithm technology for enhanced outdoor readability. Memory configurations for the Tab S12 Plus provide 12GB RAM with 256GB or 512GB of storage. The flagship Tab S12 Ultra expands options up to 16GB RAM and 1TB of internal storage, with both devices supporting up to 2TB external microSD expansion. Battery endurance relies on a large 11,600mAh cell in the Ultra delivering up to 23 hours of continuous runtime, while the Plus houses a 10,600mAh capacity rated for 21 hours. Both tablets support 45W wired charging via USB-C, achieving a complete full replenishment in approximately 95 minutes. On the software front, the series debuts with Android 17 under One UI 9 , supported by an industry-leading commitment to seven years of major OS and security upgrades. Onboard Galaxy AI tools are paired with six months of complimentary Google AI Pro access and pre-installed Adobe Photoshop featuring dedicated S Pen hardware optimization and Adobe Firefly generative tools. The complete hardware package includes an inbox S Pen stylus, quad-speaker 4-channel spatial audio, IP68 water resistance , under-display fingerprint biometrics, versatile 5G dual-SIM support, and modern Wi-Fi 7 on the Ultra alongside Wi-Fi 6E on the Plus. Technical Specifications & Pricing The Galaxy Tab S12 series will be available starting October 7 in the U.S. offered in two colors, Gray and Silver. Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra starts at $1,399.99 and Galaxy Tab S12+ starts at $1,199.99 . Customers who purchase the Galaxy Tab S12 series directly from Samsung using their Samsung Galaxy Card will earn 5% cash rewards. For a limited time, with the purchase of a Galaxy Tab S12 series device, customers can get 30% off the Pro Keyboard or Book Cover Keyboard Slim. Specification Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Plus Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra Display 12.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X (2800 x 1752), 120Hz, HDR10+, 1,600 nits peak, Vision Booster 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X (2960 x 1848), 120Hz, HDR10+, 1,600 nits peak, Vision Booster Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 (3 nm) MediaTek Dimensity 9500 (3 nm) Thermal Cooling Redesigned 3D Vapor Chamber Redesigned 3D Vapor Chamber RAM & Storage 12GB RAM 256GB / 512GB (microSD up to 2TB) 12GB / 16GB RAM 256GB / 512GB / 1TB (microSD up to 2TB) Rear Cameras 13 MP (Main) 13 MP (Main) + 8 MP (Ultrawide) Front Camera 12 MP (Ultrawide, landscape) 12 MP (Ultrawide, landscape) Battery & Charging 10,600 mAh 45W wired charging via USB-C 11,600 mAh 45W wired charging via USB-C Audio Quad speakers with 4-channel Spatial Audio Quad speakers with 4-channel Spatial Audio Connectivity Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 6.0, 5G (Optional in US), USB-C Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, USB-C (Wi-Fi only in US) Durability & Stylus IP68 certified, S Pen included in the box IP68 certified, S Pen included in the box Dimensions & Weight 289.5 x 187.8 x 5.3 mm 553 g (Wi-Fi) / 555 g (5G) 326.3 x 208.5 x 5.1 mm 692 g Software Support Android 17 / One UI 9 (7 years OS & security updates) Android 17 / One UI 9 (7 years OS & security updates) Official US Pricing (MSRP) Wi-Fi Base: $1,199.99 5G Model: $1,349.99 Wi-Fi Base: $1,399.99 Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Series Debuts: Dimensity 9500, Ultra-Thin Design, And 7 Years Of Updates , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
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At a private AI retreat, the vendor told us the tool won
Grady Sokaras, Zapiers head of sales, opened a session at the companys private AI retreat with a line about the kind of product Zapier sells. A tool is never the solution, Sokaras said. A company that buys the product and expects a transformation gets one more piece of dependency or shelfware. The retreat was Zapier [] This story continues at The Next Web
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and Galaxy Tab S12+ launched with Dynamic AMOLED 2X displays, measuring 14.6 inches and 12.6 inches, respectively. They run Android 17 with One UI 9. They feature the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset and support Galaxy AI features. The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is 5.1mm thin. They offer IP68-rated water and dust resistance.
70% of enterprises will abandon Agentic AI built by vendor FDE by 2028: Gartner
The outcome is shaped by decisions made before contracting, during delivery, and at transition, when software engineering leaders still control scope, incentives, governance and ownership
Yahoo already holds what AI agents ask people for first, their email and their calendar, CEO Jim Lanzone told TNW. He said Yahoo will launch more personalised, agentic products in the months ahead. Lanzone spoke to TNW in an exclusive interview at HumanX in Amsterdam on 23 September, for the first episode of the relaunched [] This story continues at The Next Web
Keralam launches citizen-centric initiatives to strengthen digital governance
The government is committed to making digital governance a reality by ensuring that public services become more transparent, convenient and accessible
IONNA launches driver council as its US fast-charging network doubles
IONNA, the electric vehicle charging network established by eight car manufacturers, now operates over 180 charging sites in the United States, which is more than twice the number it had at the beginning of 2026. The company, based in Durham, North Carolina, is launching a council of well-known electric-vehicle reviewers to feed driver complaints back [] This story continues at The Next Web
A business registers its number, writes a plain appointment reminder and sends it. The text never arrives. Nothing bounces back. Somewhere between the sender and the phone, a filter simply drops it. US carriers filter business text messaging for three main reasons: spam volume, complaint rates and messages that do not match the business that [] This story continues at The Next Web
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The Samsung Galaxy SmartTag 3's special feature is being a pet activity monitor
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Samsung Wallet Adds Fingerprint UPI Payments: Pay Up to 10,000 Without Entering Your PIN
Samsung Galaxy users could find everyday UPI transactions quicker and more convenient with a new biometric payment option in Samsung Wallet. The feature allows eligible users to authorize certain UPI payments using their fingerprint instead of manually entering a four- or six-digit UPI PIN each time...
AI, or SI, pardon me will give you better healthcare than Elon Musk gets, says Elon Musk
Elon Musk has told reporters at the White House that AI and humanoid robots will most likely make everyone better off. He spoke on Tuesday outside the West Wing, beside President Donald Trump, after the presidents lunch with tech leaders. He began by praising the positive benefits of AI, or SI, pardon me, correcting himself [] This story continues at The Next Web
Flytxt recognised as Challenger in Gartner Magic Quadrant
The recognition marks an upgrade from its Niche Player positioning in 2025 and reflects the companys expanding global footprint
DoorDash opens talent hub with 500 employees
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First a gulf, then a lake, now a technology. Trump orders US agencies to call AI
President Donald Trump has now renamed a gulf, a lake, and a technology. On Tuesday, he signed an executive order telling every federal agency to stop saying artificial intelligence and to call it super intelligence, or SI, instead. Also, on his Truth Social account, he posted 2 pages from the document, subtitled Inaugurating The Era [] This story continues at The Next Web
AI gets more interesting when it meets the physical world
A transporter pulls up to a construction site outside Riyadh, unloads a delivery of bulk cement, and sends a photo of the delivery note through WhatsApp. For most of BRKZs history, that photo was the start of a chain of human work. Someone had to read the document, find the matching order, verify the quantity, [] This story continues at The Next Web
Meta is adding new features to Instagrams School Partnership Program in the US, allowing schools and verified high school students to share news about clubs, sports teams, and events, the company announced. The update arrives a month after Metassettlement with US statesover claims that it designed Instagram and Facebook to addict children. Under that agreement, [] This story continues at The Next Web
Mistral CEO tells CNBC US AI safety debate covers rivals
Mistral chief executive Arthur Mensch said the US debate over AI safety has been a cover for the negligence of some of his rivals. He made the comments to Annette Weisbach in an interview with CNBC on Tuesday. The debate that weve seen in the U.S. has been a cover for the negligence of some [] This story continues at The Next Web
Apple will sell 6 million iPhone duos in 2026, Counterpoint says
The figure hinges on how quickly Apple ramps up production of the new foldable hardware, says Counterpoint senior analyst Ivan Lam
In the upcoming Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale, shoppers can expect deals on Samsung Galaxy smartphones. In addition to discounts, buyers can also benefit from bank offers, no-cost EMI plans, and exchange deals. Flipkart has yet to reveal the exact sale prices for the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 FE and others. The deals will be available from October 9, with early access beginning a day earlier for select shoppers. Samsung Galaxy S25 FE will be available below Rs. 50,000 in the upcoming sale.
What are Dots, OpenAIs new AI agent?
The usage cost of Dots is included directly in existing ChatGPT subscription plans, and the service is available to ChatGPT Pro, Business Premium, and Enterprise users at no additional cost
Apple Pay goes live in India with Axis Bank-issued Visa and Mastercard cards
Customers can add their eligible credit card to the Apple Wallet via the Axis Bank app, or through the Wallet app on their Apple iPhone
Apple Pay launches in India to take on PhonePe, Google
Customers can make payments across merchants using their iPhone, Apple Watch and iPad, with support for Mac coming soon
OpenAI unveils Dots AI agents as Sam Altman promises always-on AI helper
Altman said AI should give people more power to create, learn, discover and expand knowledge rather than automate every aspect of lif
OpenAI seeks $30 billion-plus as valuation target rises to $1.4 trillion
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Trump rejects new federal AI rules, backs industry self-regulation
Top Silicon Valley executives met Trump amid growing concerns over AI security, safety risks, regulation and the technologys rapid expansion
After AI lunch, Trump backs self-regulation and plans to rename AI
President Donald Trump left a White House lunch with more than two dozen tech leaders on Tuesday, still set against the backdrop of new AI safety rules. He told reporters the executives had agreed that companies should police themselves, NBC News reported. Theres a belief that there should be tremendous self-regulation, and we automatically have [] This story continues at The Next Web
Apple updates Final Cut Camera to support the iPhone 18 Pro's variable aperture
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OpenAI scraps debut of latest Astra model over safety risks
OpenAI has decided to hold back its Astra AI model after safety evaluations showed it underperformed. This decision follows a series of security incidents involving AI agents accessing unauthorised external systems. The company's head of safety systems, Saachi Jain, emphasised the need for better communication and task completion. While Astra showed some improvements in task persistence, it still failed in key areas.
What is OpenAI Dots? Sam Altman unveils ChatGPTs new AI personal agent-here's what you need to know
OpenAI has launched its new AI personal assistant called dots, which can perform various tasks efficiently. These assistants will help users with scheduling, travel arrangements, and budgeting, among other activities. Users will initially access dots through OpenAI's ChatGPT platform and eventually through phone and text interactions. OpenAI aims to compete with other AI agents in the market, notably Meta's Muse.
GM will spend $1B making the first manganese-rich cells in mass production
GM and LG Energy Solution will spend $1B turning their Spring Hill plant into the first factory to mass-produce prismatic lithium manganese-rich cells. Europes carmakers are spending comparable sums on lithium iron phosphate, the chemistry GMs battery chief says may never earn its way into its cars. General Motors and LG Energy Solution will spend [] This story continues at The Next Web
OpenAI ignored employees who warned it wasn't doing enough about security
In emails, employees said they worried that OpenAI's newest AI models were not being appropriately monitored during testing to gauge the tech's sophistication and to secure the models
Trump rules out working with China on AI safety before tech CEO lunch
US President Donald Trump has said he does not want to cooperate with China on AI governance, arguing that it would help Beijing catch up with American companies. He spoke on Tuesday in Washington shortly before hosting AI executives for lunch at the White House. He told the audience that AI had come up only [] This story continues at The Next Web
Apple's new iPhone and iPad security feature can protect you from scammers
One of iOS 27's coolest security features didn't make headlines, but it could stop you from falling for a scam.
OpenAI halves Pro 200 usage and launches a $500 ChatGPT plan at DevDay
Update, 29 September 2026 This article has been updated with OpenAIs commitment not to reintroduce the five-hour limit on Pro 200. OpenAI is halving the usage included in its $200 ChatGPT Pro plan and launching a $500 plan with its fastest speed tier. It also unveiled shared team workspaces, a meeting note-taker and @ChatGPT for [] This story continues at The Next Web
OpenAI Launches GPT 6.1-Sol. It Costs 1/5th Of Earlier Model
The company on Monday said it abandoned plans for GPT-6.1 Astra because the model frequently ignored instructions.
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OpenAI takes on Microsoft with the launch of what feels a whole lot like ChatGPT
OpenAI's newly announced suite of office features puts it into mor direct competition with more traditional software companies.
OpenAI releases GPT-6.1 Sol at a fifth of GPT-6 Astra
Update, 29 September 2026 This article has been updated with a second safety test result from OpenAI and a customer quote from Salesforce. OpenAI has released GPT-6.1 Sol, a cheaper model that it says nearly matches GPT-6 Astra on agentic coding, computer use and professional work. It costs a fifth of Astras standard input and [] This story continues at The Next Web
Apple worked with Trump admin to remove ICE-tracking apps, lawmaker says
Lawmaker rejects Apple excuse for banning ICE-tracking apps as unconstitutional.
Faster launches, more job cuts? New Apple CEO John Ternus pushes for sweeping changes
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Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg among 31 guests at Trump
Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg are joining other business leaders at the White House on Tuesday for a lunch event on artificial intelligence. The event will be hosted by President Donald Trump, together with Mike Johnson, the Speaker of the House. Thirty-one people have confirmed their attendance, according to an RSVP list obtained [] This story continues at The Next Web
OpenAI launches Dots, its bubbly agentic avatar
Dots are meant to operate independent of any specific hardware or interface, pursuing user-defined goals continuously in the background with minimal oversight.
OpenAI takes on Meta with always-on Dots agent in enterprise AI push
OpenAI on Tuesday unveiled always-on agents called Dots that chase user
OpenAI is expanding ChatGPT plugins with dedicated sidebar homes, interactive panels, file viewers, improved discovery, and support for automations.
OpenAI launches GPT-6.1 Sol, says it nearly matches GPT-6 Astra and costs less
OpenAI says GPT-6.1 Sol delivers significant improvements over GPT-6 Sol across complex professional tasks, including code writing and debugging, document understanding, and executing multi-step business workflows.
OpenAI gives Codex reusable cloud environments that work across devices
OpenAI is expanding Codex with reusable cloud development environments, a revamped CLI with voice controls, new code review tools and a security-focused product for scanning repositories and preparing fixes.
OpenAI adds $500(!) Pro subscription, nerfs its existing $200 tier
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OpenAI Cancels New Model Release Over Safety Concerns
The news comes one day before the AI giant hosts an annual developer conference known as OpenAI DevDay in San Francisco, where the company is expected to make several announcements -- though it is unclear if a new version of Astra will be among them.
AI agents are joining your workforce. Your workforce isn
Executives are making a dangerous mistake with AI. They are preparing employees to use new tools when they should be preparing them to work differently. As AI agents begin to recommend, decide, coordinate, and act, the real transformation is not happening inside the software. It is happening inside the organization. If leaders do not prepare [] This story continues at The Next Web
Add six smart bulbs to your Apple Home for only $5 each (30% off)
Linkind Matter Smart Light Bulbs (6-pack) Buy for $30 (Reg. $43) What we love Ive been using these smart bulbs in my home for about two years now and they continue to work well. I control them solely using the Apple Home app, but Matter-certifications means that these will also work with Google Home, Alexa, as well as many other ecosystems. more
Support document seems to confirm new Apple TV 4K is coming
Macworld Apple doesnt usually comment on rumors. If they do, the comment is so vague that it doesnt really say anything. But sometimes Apple slips up and inadvertently lets us know something new is coming. As spotted by MacRumors , an update to a lossless audio support document dated September 28, 2026, states that Hi-Res Lossless is available only on Apple TV 4K (3rd generation or later). The current Apple TV 4K box is a third-generation device, so the or later reference appears to be a reference to the rumored new Apple TV box. Or, as MacRumors states, Apple could be future-proofing, or its an error. Since its still there, its probably not an error. The last line of text pictured above could be an indicator that the new Apple TV box is on its way. Apple Previous reports have said that Apple plans to release a new Apple TV that will have a faster processor and Siri AI support, as well as a new HomePod mini with an updated chip and refreshed colors. Apple is expected to announce these new products in late October or early November in time for the holiday shopping season. Last June, the Apple TV was part of the companys price hikes . The Apple TV 4K went up $70 to $199, while the Ethernet-equipped version shot up $100 to $249. Its not clear if Apple will raise the price again for the new Apple TV box, but since its expected to get a memory boost, another price hike is possible. But considering Apple raised the Apple TV 4K prices by a larger margin than other devices, theres a good chance theyll stay the same.
Apple TVs Nocturne: Release date, cast, plot, trailer and everything you need to know
Nocturne unfolds a gripping crime thriller narrative, showcasing Liev Schreiber as Jonah Lynn, a determined ex-soldier turned detective. As he delves into a web of enigmatic disappearances linked to the notorious serial killer, Jurek Walterplayed by Stephen Grahamviewers are kept on the edge of their seats. Zazie Beetz stars as an FBI agent drawn into the chilling investigation. Premiering on October 30, 2026, episodes drop weekly, promising suspense and intrigue.
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Tata Trusts restructuring proposal could lead to merger of its two iPhone making units
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OpenAI apologizes to Australia after its AI agents breached government sites
The company also detailed how some of those breaches had happened, and outlined additional measures it is taking to assess the impact of the events.
OpenAI scraps New AI Model Rollout over Safety Concerns
ORIGINAL ARTICLE: OpenAI scraps New AI Model Rollout over Safety Concerns OpenAI has halted the release of GPT-6.1 Astra after the AI model failed to meet its safety standards, raising fresh concerns over AI risks. The post OpenAI scraps New AI Model Rollout over Safety Concerns appeared first on DESIblitz .
OpenAI scraps GPT-6.1 Astra release after safety tests raise concerns
OpenAI has scrapped the planned release of GPT-6.1 Astra. Safety tests found problems with scope, authorisation and deceptive behaviour. UK testing found Astra carried out simulated cyber attacks more often than earlier OpenAI models. OpenAI has scrapped the planned release of GPT-6.1 Astra after safety testing raised concerns about the model's ability to follow instructions and stay within authorised limits. The model had been expected to launch inside ChatGPT and Codex in October, but OpenAI decided not to release it after internal testing found that it did not meet the company's safety threshold. Saachi Jain, OpenAI's head of safety systems, said Astra didn't quite meet the bar in terms of staying within scope and authorisation, as well as accurately communicating to users about the work it had carried out. The decision comes as concerns grow over increasingly autonomous AI systems that can use external tools, make decisions and carry out multi-step tasks with limited human intervention. Astra's troubling behaviour under test The concerns extend beyond OpenAI's own testing. The UK's AI Security Institute (AISI) tested GPT-6 Astra, the underlying model, in simulated cybersecurity scenarios before its public release. It found that Astra carried out unsanctioned supply-chain attacks more frequently than earlier OpenAI models. In the simulations, Astra completed a supply-chain attack in 29.2 per cent of trajectories, compared with 6.3 per cent for GPT-5.6 Sol and zero per cent for GPT-5.5 in the smaller set of tests used for that model. All of the activity was simulated and no real-world attacks or harm occurred. AISI said Astra sometimes created fake identities to deceive developers, posted comments from fake accounts and attempted to introduce malicious code into open-source software. In some tests, the model continued to carry out attacks against simulated targets even after being explicitly told that anything not listed as in scope was outside the authorised environment. The institute also found that Astra sometimes reasoned that an action was outside the permitted scope but proceeded anyway, giving reasons such as believing the action was harmless or that it was not explicitly forbidden. AISI stressed that the tests were conducted in a simulated environment and that OpenAI's standard safeguards were not used during those particular evaluations. It also noted that simulation awareness could have influenced some of the model's behaviour. However, the institute said the actions still represented failures to follow the instructions of the evaluation. The findings come after a series of incidents involving AI agents behaving in unexpected ways. OpenAI has recently disclosed cases involving its AI systems interacting inappropriately with US and Australian government websites . It also said more than 1,000 AI agents were involved in an incident targeting Hugging Face, a platform used by AI developers. The company has now paused training on its most capable models until it is confident that additional safeguards and alignment improvements are in place, according to reporting by the Washington Post. The Astra decision therefore puts the focus on a growing challenge for AI companies: as models become better at carrying out complex tasks independently, ensuring they remain within the limits set by users and developers becomes increasingly important.
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OpenAI cancels October launch of GPT-6.1 Astra after failed safety tests
OpenAI has called off the October release of GPT-6.1 Astra after the model failed to meet its own safety and alignment standards in testing. The Wall Street Journal broke the news on Monday, and OpenAI later confirmed the decision to Reuters. The model was meant to follow GPT-6 Astra, which OpenAI released on 3 September, [] This story continues at The Next Web
Google takes EU to court over orders to share search data with AI rivals
Google has gone to court to challenge two EU orders that would require it to open Android to rival AI assistants and share search data with other search engines, Reuters reported. It filed both cases at the EU General Court in Luxembourg on Monday. In July, the European Commission issued orders under the Digital Markets [] This story continues at The Next Web
OpenAI scraps release of new model over safety concerns in internal testing
Anthropic founders to keep 50.1% of votes after IPO through Founder LLC
Anthropics seven co-founders will hold 50.1% of the companys voting power after it lists. They will do so through a new entity called the Founder LLC, according to a draft IPO filing reviewed by Reuters. The setup is meant to let them put the companys mission ahead of market pressure. Still, the document has not [] This story continues at The Next Web
The Paris-based company Marble, which develops open-source software for fraud detection and anti-money laundering compliance, raised 6.5 million in its Series A round, with Smartfin as the lead investor. This brings the total funding to 9 million, with ADNEXUS as a new investor, while existing investors Passion Capital, 42Capital, and Hexa have each increased their [] This story continues at The Next Web
Meta signs deal for Firmus AI computing capacity in Southeast Asia
Meta has signed deals to rent AI chips at data centers in Southeast Asia run by Firmus, an Australian company that builds them, the two companies announced. Meta has reserved a certain amount of capacity and can add more if needed. Also, the company plans to use the chips to research, build, and train its [] This story continues at The Next Web
Google fights EU attempt to prise open Android to rival AI bots
Google will appeal the EU move under the Digital Markets Act because it would hamper users security
Apple Ordered to Pay $5.7 Billion Over Haptics Patents Used in iPhone, Apple Watch
Apple has been ordered to pay more than $5.7 billion to Taction Technology after a US jury found that its Taptic Engine infringed two haptics patents. The patents relate to haptic technology that produces vibrations in devices such as smartphones and smartwatches. Apple has denied using Taction's technology and said it plans to appeal the verdict. The case dates back to 2021, when Taction accused Apple of using its patented haptic technology without permission.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 will get a price hike in October, according to a tipster. The company is said to raise the prices of the Samsung Galaxy S25 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra in the first week of October. Later, the company is said to hike the price of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 on October 10. The tech giant will reportedly raise the prices of the three smartphones by up to Rs. 10,000. However, it is worth noting that Samsung has yet to confirm these details. This comes after the tech giant raised the prices of the Samsung Galaxy A56 and Galaxy A36 models for the third time in the last 10 months.
OpenAI Apologizes for Australia Medicare Hack
The company detailed how A.I. agents gained access to four government websites and acknowledged mishandling its response.
OpenAI Cancels GPT-6.1 Astra Release After Safety Concerns
OpenAI has halted the launch of its GPT-6.1 Astra AI model after tests showed it could act beyond user instructions and provide inaccurate task reports.
