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Scholars Raise Concerns About AI's Impact on Indigenous Archaeological Knowledge

Researchers at the University of Melbourne are drawing attention to how artificial intelligence applications may be distorting archaeological work and flattening the richness of Indigenous knowledge systems. The concern centers on how AI tools—from large language models to image generators—process and represent information. When trained on datasets that

AI Tools Are Lowering the Bar for Sophisticated Phishing Attacks, Research Shows

The Rise of AI-Powered Phishing Research from Brigham Young University reveals that artificial intelligence is making spear phishing attacks considerably more effective. Spear phishing, which involves highly targeted fraudulent messages aimed at specific individuals or organizations, has traditionally required considerable time and skill to execute convincingly. How AI Changes the

Southern Utah Man Receives 5-Year Sentence for AI-Generated Child Exploitation

A southern Utah man has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for creating explicit images of children using AI tools, according to court documents. The case underscores the increasing criminal exploitation of generative AI technology and the evolving legal frameworks designed to address such offenses. The sentencing comes

Trump and Xi Jinping Plan Meeting Amid Trade and AI Discussions

Reports indicate that former President Trump has announced plans to host Chinese President Xi Jinping at his Florida resort for talks centered on trade and artificial intelligence. The meeting, if realized, would represent a notable development in US-China relations, coming amid ongoing tensions over technology policy, semiconductor supply chains, and

Trump Unveils New 'AI Force' Amid Industry Pressure, Dismissed Superintelligence Concerns

The administration has announced the formation of a new 'AI Force' dedicated to coordinating federal artificial intelligence policy and development. The announcement comes amid growing pressure from industry leaders who have called for clearer government guidance and support in the rapidly evolving AI sector. Critics of AI safety

Near Miss: AI-Generated Misinformation Nearly Triggered US Military Action

A recent report describes how AI-generated information nearly prompted a US military operation, underscoring the escalating challenges that synthetic content poses for defense and intelligence communities. The incident reportedly involved AI-created material that appeared credible enough to potentially influence military decision-makers, though specific details remain limited. Such near-misses illustrate a

Tasmania Justice Department Launches Review After AI and Fabricated Citations Appeared in Murderer's Parole Decision

The Tasmanian Justice Department has launched a formal review after discovering that artificial intelligence and falsified citations were improperly used in the parole determination for a convicted murderer. The case has highlighted significant concerns about the reliability and oversight of AI-assisted tools within government decision-making processes. The review aims to