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Climate, nuclear and pandemic policy can guide us through the AI threat

The article argues that AI poses an existential threat comparable to climate change, pandemics, and nuclear weapons, and calls for a federal regulatory agency plus international cooperation to control it. It draws lessons from past crises to propose government oversight and arms-control-style agreements for AI.

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Pocket dials are killing 911 — and Congress refuses to pick up

This op-ed argues that the 911 system is overwhelmed by non-emergency and accidental calls while staffing shortages leave dispatchers unable to handle real emergencies. It calls for modernizing emergency infrastructure through Next Generation 911 and criticizes Congress for failing to fund bipartisan legislation. The piece frames federal inaction as a dangerous failure of public duty.

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The AI apocalypse hypothesis has a fatal flaw: The training data

The article argues that the fear of an AI apocalypse overlooks a safeguard: AI systems are trained on humanity's accumulated knowledge and moral judgments, which may incline them toward benevolence. It acknowledges risks and supports safety research and regulation but remains hopeful that human values embedded in training data could protect against catastrophe.

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FAA begins rollout of new AI air traffic controller system in DC

The FAA is beginning a Washington-area rollout of an AI tool, SMART, to help air traffic controllers manage airspace and reduce delays, with nationwide implementation targeted by 2028. The program is part of a broader air traffic control modernization effort, and officials emphasize it will assist rather than replace human controllers.

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Plugged in: This under-$10 Amazon find is made for homes packed with devices

A shopping article promotes a discounted Qinlianf 5 Outlet Extender with five outlets and four USB ports, along with several other portable charger deals. It emphasizes affordability, surge protection, USB-C compatibility, and Prime Day timing, and includes an affiliate disclosure.

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Google hit with €403m fine by Irish data watchdog over GDPR violations

Google was fined €403m by Ireland’s Data Protection Commission over GDPR violations related to location-data processing. The regulator said Google’s handling was not lawful, fair, or transparent, and ordered compliance changes within six months; Google said the practices were historical and have since been updated.

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