Singapore Warns of AI-Fueled Terrorist Threats Emerge
8.2.25
The Singapore Terrorism Threat Assessment Report highlights a volatile global landscape fueled by conflicts like the Gaza crisis and extremist ideologies, which have manifested in Singapore. The report notes the emergence of AI as a factor in the growing complexity of terrorist threats, with new technologies like AI and 3D printing featured in self-radicalisation cases. A 17-year-old Islamic State supporter used an AI chatbot to generate a pledge of allegiance, while another youth searched for instructions on how to produce ammunition using an AI chatbot. The Internal Security Department warns that potential terror activities will feature emerging technologies like AI, which can be harnessed by terrorist organisations to accelerate radicalisation and recruitment through disinformation, manipulate individuals, and create chaos.
Tesla Ordered to Pay $243 Million After Fatal Crash
8.2.25
A Florida jury has found Tesla liable to pay $243 million to the victims of a 2019 fatal crash involving an Autopilot-equipped Model S, in a verdict that could encourage more legal action against Elon Musk's electric vehicle company.
Apple CEO Tim Cook emphasized the importance of artificial intelligence (AI) in a recent all-hands meeting, stating that it is "ours to grab" as the company looks to expand its AI capabilities and develop new products.
The UAE has enacted national legislation targeting human trafficking, with severe penalties for offenders. The country is using artificial intelligence and big data to aid authorities in identifying perpetrators and protecting domestic workers from exploitation. A partnership between the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization and Dubai Police's Human Rights Department has led to the development of a specialized diploma program against human trafficking, graduating over 754 participants across the Arab world. The UAE is also strengthening its approach through targeted training programs for all sectors and a comprehensive national strategy.
US Court Bans OpenAI from Using Claude AI Technology
8.2.25
OpenAI has been banned from using Claude AI just before the launch of its GPT-5 model due to concerns over its potential misuse. The ban was issued by a US federal court, which ruled that OpenAI must stop using the technology until it can prove it is not being used for malicious purposes.
Amazon's Q2 profit has surged 35% to $18.2 billion, driven by significant growth in its artificial intelligence and Amazon Web Services (AWS) businesses. The company's AI revenue increased by 50%, while AWS sales rose 29%. This strong performance is attributed to the increasing demand for cloud computing services and AI-powered solutions.
Amazon reported a 35% jump in quarterly profits, driven by investments in artificial intelligence, but its profit outlook for the current quarter was lower than expected due to concerns over the cost of AI. The company's share price fell 6% after hours trading despite exceeding analyst expectations and posting strong sales growth. Amazon's Chief Executive Andy Jassy attributed the results to the expansion of Alexa+ service and new AI shopping agents, while also citing a shift in consumer behavior towards AI-powered experiences.
Amazon's CEO Andy Jassy announced that the company is shifting its focus towards designing products for "non-human" patrons, indicating a move towards agentic AI development. He emphasized Amazon's goal to be the leader in this field, citing concerns about customers' ability to deploy agents into production securely and scalably.
Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) is exploring the development of new discrete neural processing units (NPUs) to power artificial intelligence (AI) applications, a move that could provide a new source of revenue. AMD's Client CPU Business Head Rahul Tikoo confirmed talks with customers about potential use cases for NPUs, which would be similar to its standalone graphics processing units (GPUs). This development could challenge Nvidia's dominance in the AI GPU market, as AMD aims to appeal to consumers who don't require as much power as Nvidia's AI GPUs. AMD stock has seen a 48.37% year-to-date gain and a 35.44% over-the-year performance, with analysts' consensus rating for Moderate Buy and an average stock price target of $156.47.