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2 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

The Verification Pivot: Mosseri Admits Instagram Can No Longer Contain 'AI Slop'

In a candid year-end memo, Instagram's chief acknowledges that detection tools are failing against the rising tide of synthetic media. The platform's new strategy? Stop chasing fakes and start verifying reality.

28 Dec 2025 · 3 min read

From Theory to Reality: EU AI Act Enforcement Kicks into High Gear

With the first set of bans taking effect in February 2025 and the AI Office fully operational, the European Union's landmark Artificial Intelligence Act has moved from legislation to implementation.

27 Dec 2025 · 3 min read

Waymo Stalls in SF Blackout: Infrastructure Reliance Exposes AV Vulnerabilities

A massive power outage in San Francisco left Waymo robotaxis stranded at darkened intersections, forcing a service suspension and sparking debate over autonomous vehicle resilience during infrastructure failures.

27 Dec 2025 · 3 min read

Nvidia Halts Testing of Intel's 18A Node: A Setback for US Manufacturing Ambitions

The decision by the AI giant to stop moving forward with Intel's advanced manufacturing process signals deep challenges for the US push toward semiconductor independence.

27 Dec 2025 · 4 min read

The War on 'Undefined': How 2025 Standards Are Rewriting Software Safety

As the global digital economy relies increasingly on automated infrastructure, a quiet revolution is taking place in programming standards. From the dangerous pitfalls of C++ 'undefined behavior' to the robust safety nets of ECMAScript 2024, we analyze the technical shift securing our digital future

26 Dec 2025 · 4 min read

OpenAI Hardens Atlas Browser Security as Prompt Injection Threats Persist

As OpenAI rolls out new defenses for its agentic browser, the company admits that prompt injection attacks may be an indefinite vulnerability for AI systems.

20 Dec 2025 · 4 min read

The Battle for One Rulebook: Trump and Sacks Move to Preempt State AI Laws

In a controversial move orchestrated by 'AI Czar' David Sacks, the White House attempts to override state regulations via executive order, triggering a constitutional and political showdown.

20 Dec 2025 · 3 min read

TikTok Finalizes Sale of US Operations to Oracle-Led Consortium, Avoiding Ban

The social media giant has signed a definitive agreement with Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX to form a new US-controlled entity, with the deal expected to close in January 2026.

14 Dec 2025 · 3 min read

Google Pilots Gemini Integration with Global Publishers in Strategic AI Shift

In a move to counter rivals and support struggling media revenue, Google has launched a commercial pilot with outlets like The Washington Post to embed AI summaries and audio directly into news feeds.

14 Dec 2025 · 3 min read

The Safety Brake: Global Agencies Mandate Rigorous AI Governance for Operational Technology

A new international coalition led by CISA and the NSA has released definitive guidance for integrating AI into critical infrastructure, prioritizing safety-by-design over rapid adoption.

14 Dec 2025 · 3 min read

Trump Moves to Preempt State AI Laws, Setting Up Constitutional Showdown

In a decisive move to centralize artificial intelligence policy, President Trump has signed an executive order aimed at stripping states of their ability to regulate AI, sparking immediate backlash from California and legal experts.

13 Dec 2025 · 3 min read

Denmark Moves to Ban Social Media for Under-15s in Historic Crackdown

Following Australia's lead, the Danish government secures cross-party support to restrict digital access for minors, citing the need to reclaim stolen childhoods.

12 Dec 2025 · 4 min read

The Open Source Gambit: How Meta is Rewriting the Rules of the AI Arms Race

With the release of the Llama 3 series, Mark Zuckerberg is betting the company's future on open-source dominance. Here is an analysis of the strategy, the timeline, and the global implications.

12 Dec 2025 · 4 min read

Denmark to Enforce Strict Social Media Ban for Children Under 15 in Landmark Tech Regulation

Following Australia's lead, the Danish government has secured a bipartisan agreement to restrict social media access for youth, citing the need to reclaim childhood from digital giants.

11 Dec 2025 · 4 min read

Hardware Trust Eroded: Critical PCIe Encryption Flaws Hit Intel and AMD Systems

A newly disclosed set of vulnerabilities in the PCIe Integrity and Data Encryption (IDE) protocol puts global hardware infrastructure at risk, allowing attackers to bypass security checks.