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How corporations have collaborated with US military over the decades
The US military is using AI tools during Iran war. But Pentagon’s collaboration with tech companies goes back decades.
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Anthropic vs the Pentagon: Why AI firm is taking on Trump administration
Anthropic was the first AI developer to be used in classified operations by the US Defense Department.
From: The Listening Post
The AI alarm cycle: Lots of talk, little action
What is the point of AI alarmism if the people warning the world aren’t changing course?
Published On 22 Feb 2026
NASA rules out March launch for manned moon mission over technical issues
Artemis 2 is a precursor to the US space agency’s planned astronaut moon landing with Artemis III scheduled for 2028.
From: NewsFeed
OpenAI’s Sam Altman: Global AI regulation ‘urgently’ needed
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says the world “urgently” needs global regulation of fast-evolving AI.
Published On 19 Feb 2026
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Visualising AI spending: How does it compare with history’s mega projects?
AI spending is projected to reach $2.5 trillion in 2026, surpassing the largest scientific and infrastructure projects.
From: NewsFeed
Video: OpenAI and Anthropic CEOs refuse to hold hands at India AI summit
Heads of companies OpenAI and Anthropic refused to hold hands in a group photo at the opening of an AI summit in India.
Published On 19 Feb 2026
Meta’s Zuckerberg pushes back on social media youth addiction claims
In a Los Angeles court, the Meta CEO was questioned about whether Instagram’s design contributed to addictive behavior.
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From: NewsFeed
How a robodog triggered an Indian academic scandal
An Indian university is facing backlash for presenting a Chinese-made robotic dog as its own innovation at an AI summit.
Published On 18 Feb 2026
From: NewsFeed
Video: Humanoid robots take centre stage at China’s Lunar New Year show
Humanoid robots danced and performed martial arts on stage as China showcased its latest technology for Lunar New Year.
Published On 17 Feb 2026
Spain to probe social media giants over AI-generated child abuse material
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez pledges to end ‘impunity’ of platforms X, Meta and TikTok in promoting harmful content.
