OpenAI's o1 model marks a turning point in AI, utilizing "test-time compute" for more human-like thinking and real-time decision-making. This shift challenges traditional scaling methods and may reshape the demand for AI hardware.

Seventeen companies, including iFlytek, which has been under U.S. sanctions since 2019, have signed agreements to set up or expand operations in Hong Kong as part of a government-led push to bolster the city’s tech sector. The move is expected to contribute HK$42 billion in investments and create around 17,000 jobs.

Researchers have developed an AI-powered e-nose capable of detecting oil spills and identifying their origin based on volatile compounds. The device, significantly cheaper and more portable than current gas analysis equipment, can aid in environmental monitoring and oil field studies.

A report by SymphonyAI and Regulation Asia shows that despite AI's potential in fighting financial crime, only 15% of Asian financial institutions have advanced AI in their compliance systems. Legacy system integration and regulatory challenges impede progress, leaving them vulnerable as financial crimes evolve.

AI didn’t sway the election,” says Professor Hany Farid, but it spread misinformation and reinforced partisan beliefs. Experts highlight how social media, especially X, allowed unmoderated AI content, fueling confusion and distrust.

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) has notified Chinese chip design companies that it is suspending production of their most advanced AI chips from Monday, the Financial Times reported, citing three people familiar with the matter.

AI is rapidly evolving, and with it, the debate over open versus closed models intensifies. While open models enable broader innovation and transparency, they also introduce security risks, as recent reports of repurposing models for military use show. Closed models offer more control but limit transparency. Striking a balance between access, innovation, and safety is key as policymakers grapple with AI’s future.

Meta's Llama AI model is set to bolster U.S. national security efforts through partnerships with major tech and defense firms, focusing on applications in logistics, cybersecurity, and intelligence. This initiative highlights the critical role of AI in maintaining technological leadership amid global competition

A decade after Superintelligence warned of AI risks, researchers now estimate superintelligent AI may be just a decade away. Although achieving this remains complex, the rise of advanced AI poses ethical and social questions about the future.

A proposed national AI regulatory body in the Philippines aims to ensure responsible AI development, protect data privacy, and enhance the country's competitiveness in the global market.

Kyoto’s first international conference on AI and philosophy will explore how technological advancements can coexist with traditional values, featuring world-renowned speakers and a broad mix of participants.

With iOS 18.1, Apple’s new “Clean Up” feature lets users remove unwanted objects from their photos, all while maintaining authenticity. Apple aims to preserve trust in photography by keeping AI-generated manipulations at bay.

The Philippine Supreme Court is testing AI technology to improve judicial processes, focusing on voice-to-text transcription and legal research