Kentucky Administrator Wins Religious Exemption From Workplace AI Use
A University of Kentucky research administrator has won a religious exemption from using AI at work, described as a first of its kind.
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Europe's AI rules get more time, but transparency duties already apply
The EU has pushed back deadlines for many high-risk AI systems, while transparency obligations under Article 50 have started to apply, according to TechRadar.
UK regulator outlines age checks for social media ban on under-16s
Ofcom has outlined age-check methods platforms could use before a planned UK ban on social media for under-16s takes effect in 2027.
Australia moves to ban AI chatbots built for emotional intimacy
Australia's federal government wants to outlaw AI chatbots designed to create emotional intimacy, as a new online safety bill advances and pressure grows for wider oversight.
Dutch government plans 25,000 job cuts by 2035, leaning on AI
The Netherlands plans to phase out 25,000 government roles by 2035, aiming to save €3.5 billion while using AI to absorb the extra workload.
Spanish opposition deepfake of PM's wife draws outrage before vote
A conservative party's AI-manipulated campaign video has angered critics in Spain and sparked wider debate ahead of next month's general election.
UK budget to fund a distinctively British approach to AI
The chancellor says Wednesday's budget will commit hundreds of millions of pounds to AI, aimed at security, prosperity and a home-grown approach.
Pentagon's Quiet New Technology Office Raises Questions About Oversight
TechRadar reports the Pentagon has quietly set up a covert office to disrupt foreign technology programs, and questions about how it would be overseen remain open.
Greece Moves to Bar Under-15s From Social Media, Requiring Age Checks
Greece's parliament has passed a law barring children under 15 from social media from January 1, 2027, with platforms required to verify user ages.
MEP Speaks Out After Nude Deepfakes Target Female Lawmakers
Austrian MEP Lena Schilling describes finding AI-altered nude images of herself, as a report finds one in six female MEPs targeted.
TikTok Removes Account Promoting Musk Documentary Ahead of Release
TikTok has permanently suspended the advertising account for Alex Gibney's Musk documentary, days before its wider release.
UK Weighs Extending BBC Licence Fee to Streaming Services
The UK government is reportedly considering charging the BBC licence fee to streaming platforms, with any decision expected before Christmas.
NHS Trusts Turn Away Palantir's Patient Data Platform in Favor of Older Systems
Several English NHS trusts are rejecting Palantir's £330m federated data platform, saying existing systems perform as well or better, according to freedom of information responses.
Congressman Proposes Bill Defining Video Game Purchases as Ownership
A New York representative plans legislation asking the FTC to ensure buyers can keep playing games they purchase, with technical and legislative hurdles ahead.
Army Seeks About 100 FPV Drone Operators for Domestic Defense Evaluations
The US Army is recruiting roughly 100 drone operators to test emerging aircraft under a $1.1 billion Pentagon initiative focused on domestic defense.
Microsoft Chief Calls for Tougher AI Rules, Citing Milk and Washing Machines
Microsoft president Brad Smith says AI faces lighter oversight than everyday products and proposes new safety rules, including liability for victims of rogue agents.
Britain Presses Frontier AI Firms on Safety as It Bolsters Cyber Defences
The UK's AI minister will urge companies building advanced AI to raise their safety efforts as Britain strengthens its cyber defences.
Illinois college tried to drop Flock cameras, and the vendor refused
Elgin Community College sought to cancel its Flock camera contract over data-sharing and security worries, but the company refused, according to The Verge.