The vast Global Digital Trade Expo in Hangzhou stood as a rebuke to U.S. efforts to hem in China’s technology. But the real competition is internal, and profits are hard to find.
Category: Artificial Intelligence
Has Britain Gone Too Far With Its Digital Controls?
British authorities have ramped up the use of facial recognition, artificial intelligence and internet regulation to address crime and other issues, stoking concerns of surveillance overreach.
How an Emirati Royal Won the Battle for A.I. Chips
Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates secured a tentative A.I. chip deal with the United States. His company also struck a $2 billion deal with President Trump’s crypto start-up. David Yaffe-Bellany, a technology reporter for The New York Times, walks us through both deals’ intersecting timelines.
In Giant Deals, U.A.E. Got Chips, and Trump Team Got Crypto Riches
A lucrative transaction involving the Trump family’s cryptocurrency firm and an agreement giving the Emiratis access to A.I. chips were connected in ways that have not been previously reported.
A Times Investigation Into Trump, UAE and 2 Giant Deals: 5 Takeaways
A $2 billion crypto deal and an agreement to sell valuable chips to the United Arab Emirates were intertwined in ways that have not been previously reported.
Canadian Man Falsely Named as Charlie Kirk’s Shooter on Social Media
The 77-year-old former banker, who lives in Toronto, said he was “shocked” by the speed at which his photograph spread online.
Royal Ballet and Opera Confronts A.I. With ‘RBO/Shift’ Festival
The London institution is creating “RBO/Shift,” a technology festival whose first year will ask how far A.I. can push the boundaries of opera.
At IAA Mobility Car Show in Munich, the German Automakers Feel Optimistic
The spotlight at the Munich auto show this year is swinging back to BMW, Mercedes and Volkswagen after previously focusing on Chinese automakers.
ASML to Invest $1.5 Billion in Mistral, the French A.I. Start-Up
ASML, the Dutch maker of semiconductor equipment, is investing about $1.5 billion in Mistral, the French A.I. start-up.
A.I. May Be the Future, but First It Has to Study Ancient Roman History
A software model from Google DeepMind put a more precise date on an important Latin text credited to a Roman emperor as a demonstration of its capabilities.
As Trump Courts a More Assertive Beijing, China Hawks Are Losing Out
The Trump administration has dialed back aggressive measures against China and reversed its position on technology controls as the president angles for a Chinese trip later this year.
Celebrating Humanity, Stubbornly, at Europe’s Photography Mecca
Since the 1970s, the Rencontres d’Arles has been the place to debut the art form’s latest developments. This year’s edition had a more retro feel.
Denmark Aims to Use Copyright Law to Protect People From Deepfakes
A pioneering bill would give citizens the right to demand that social media platforms remove digital forgeries of themselves.
European Union Unveils Rules for Powerful A.I. Systems
Makers of the most advanced artificial intelligence systems will face new obligations for transparency, copyright protection and public safety. The rules are voluntary to start.
Hertz and Other Rental Car Agencies Turn to AI for Damage Detection
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State Dept. Is Investigating Messages Impersonating Rubio, Official Says
A person or people imitating the secretary of state used artificial intelligence to send text and voice messages to foreign diplomats and U.S. officials, the department said in a cable to employees.
Argentina’s President Javier Milei Undermines Press Freedom With Online Attacks
Journalists face an increasing number of attacks from Argentina’s highest office, raising concerns about the undermining of press freedom.
Searching for Meaning Amid the Jumble, at the Venice Architecture Biennale
Navigating the show has always been challenging, especially for visitors who aren’t experts. This year’s curator wants to give them a helping hand.
Under China’s Threat, Taiwan Needs Its Own Power Sources More Than Ever
Taiwan, which makes most of the world’s advanced computer chips, relies almost entirely on imported energy.
China’s Spy Agencies Are Investing Heavily in A.I., Researchers Say
A new report comes amid rising concern about how China will use new tools to power covert actions, as Western intelligence services also embrace the technology.
How Washington Has Tried to Control China’s Tech
Under three presidential administrations, officials in Washington have used export controls to hold back China’s access to advanced technology.
UK Court Warns Lawyers Can Be Prosecuted Over A.I. Tools That ‘Hallucinate’ Fake Material
A senior judge said on Friday that lawyers could be prosecuted for presenting material that had been “hallucinated” by artificial intelligence tools.
It’s Still South by Southwest, but This Time It’s in London
The music, tech and film festival, long known for being in Austin, Texas, expands to Europe for the first time.
Trump’s Tariffs Impede Malaysia’s Plan to Prepare for A.I.
A crucial cog in the global semiconductor industry, Malaysia aims to build high-end chips. It will have to contend with President Trump’s trade policy first.
Nvidia’s Chief Says U.S. Chip Controls on China Have Backfired
Jensen Huang, the chipmaker’s top executive, said the attempt to cut off the flow of advanced A.I. chips spurred Chinese companies to “accelerate their development.”
Top Priority for Pope Leo: Warn the World of the A.I. Threat
While it is far too early to say how he will use his platform to address such issues, his focus shows he is a church leader who grasps the gravity of this modern concern.
There Are Two Chinas, and America Must Understand Both
The technological success that has captured the attention of many in the United States is one aspect of the Chinese economy. There’s another, gloomy one.
A.I. Can Trick You, Warns Book That Hid A.I.’s Help Writing It
People were deceived. Accusations of dishonesty and even illegality flew. But the man behind the book defends it, calling it not a prank but a “philosophical experiment.”
