China’s PLA researchers are transforming Meta’s Llama AI model into a tool for defense. Named ChatBIT, the AI is part of broader military efforts in intelligence and decision-making. As U.S. security concerns rise over open-source AI, Meta reaffirms its stance against any unauthorized military use of its technology.

Meta is collaborating with US government agencies to apply its Llama AI model in addressing critical public sector challenges, including expanding access to essential services and supporting small businesses. This no-cost partnership highlights Meta’s commitment to AI development in impactful ways.

The GameAid project by Coventry University uses generative AI to empower teachers in rural Vietnam, helping bridge educational gaps between urban and rural areas through accessible AI tools and training.

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.

Google’s earnings report underscores the company's deep AI integration across products, with over a quarter of its new code generated by AI, boosting growth and innovation.

Indonesia’s BRIN and BPOM are partnering to enhance food registration through AI, focusing on food safety and quality to strengthen national food security.

AI-related job openings are on the rise in China, demanding higher qualifications and reshaping traditional career paths. Experts urge job seekers to adapt and focus on continuous learning to stay competitive.

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.

A university student’s misuse of AI to complete an essay led to an academic misconduct investigation, highlighting the challenge of balancing AI literacy with academic honesty in higher education.

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.

Google Photos is adding an “Edited with Google AI” disclosure to edited images, aiming to increase transparency. However, concerns remain about the lack of visual watermarks, leaving some AI-edited photos hard to identify.

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.

As AI boosts security capabilities, it also introduces new risks. Terry Ray from Imperva discusses how organisations must establish robust data security measures to combat sophisticated AI-driven threats.

NICE suggests AI could assist doctors in spotting missed fractures on X-rays, reducing errors and speeding up diagnosis, all while working alongside healthcare professionals.

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

Ambience Healthcare's AI platform is giving clinicians the tools to reclaim time spent on administrative tasks, allowing them to focus more on patient care.

The company’s long-term vision includes expanding access to specialist knowledge across the U.S., particularly in rural areas that lack healthcare infrastructure.