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Silicon Valley’s AI accelerationists fighting back against ‘mind virus’ taking over big labs

The article profiles Silicon Valley AI accelerationists, led by Guillaume Verdon, who argue that Effective Altruists and major AI labs are spreading a 'doomer' mindset to justify regulation and protect incumbents. It includes some rebuttals from Anthropic's CEO and a skeptical data scientist, but largely presents Verdon's accusations against big labs and AI safety advocates.

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Opinion | The Hidden Agenda Behind the AI Panic

An opinion essay argues that the recent wave of warnings about rogue AI agents is a self-serving public-relations move by tech executives preparing for major IPOs, meant to recast them as responsible guardians while deflecting accountability for real harms. It urges skepticism toward industry claims that the systems they built are beyond their control.

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DraftKings used AI to target losing bettors: ‘The best investment would be a problem gambler’

Former DraftKings employees allege the company used AI and data science to target promotional offers at gamblers most likely to lose money, including problem gamblers. DraftKings rejects the report as built on a false premise, saying its promotions are routine and directed at engaged customers rather than based on losses.

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DOT debuts new AI-powered ‘SMART’ air traffic system to dramatically reduce flight delays and cancellations

The Department of Transportation launched a 90-day pilot of an AI-powered air traffic management tool called SMART at Washington-area airports, claiming it will reduce delays and cancellations by giving managers real-time predictive data. Officials stressed humans retain decision-making and that the system is separate from air traffic control. The article largely relays positive statements from Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and FAA officials about the initiative.

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Reporter's Notebook: Congress faces a crisis that the 'AI godfather' warns it may not be ready to address

A Capitol Hill reporter's notebook says Congress faces urgent warnings from an AI pioneer that it may not be ready for AI superintelligence, while the House left for recess without passing AI safety legislation. It notes bipartisan efforts like the GUARD Act and Senate opposition to proposed kill-switch mandates.

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Duffy addresses concerns of AI use in air traffic control: ‘Humans control the airspace’

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy addressed concerns about AI in air traffic control, saying humans remain in control as the FAA rolls out a new AI-powered SMART system. The system will first deploy at Washington-area airports and eventually expand nationwide. Duffy framed the technology as improving predictions and reducing delays and cancellations.

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FAA rolls out air traffic AI tool in Washington region

The FAA and Department of Transportation launched a new AI air traffic tool called SMART in the Washington, D.C., region to predict delays and advise controllers. Officials said the $875 million system will improve efficiency and flight experience while keeping humans in control.

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Flights halted at three US airports as watchdog warns over hacking threat

A failed FAA communications line and a severed backup fiber cable disrupted flights at several major northeastern US airports, causing thousands of delays and cancellations. The incident coincided with a GAO report warning that FAA air traffic communications lack adequate cybersecurity protections against jamming, spoofing, and hacking. A senator called the vulnerabilities a major national security threat, and the FAA agreed to all nine GAO recommendations.

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OpenAI, Anthropic held talks to ‘stress-test’ each other’s AI models: report

OpenAI and Anthropic reportedly held talks earlier this year on a legally binding deal to stress-test each other’s AI models for safety flaws, though it is unclear whether the agreement was finalized. The report comes amid a broader debate over AI safety, with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei calling for a slowdown while President Trump and Elon Musk push peer testing and skepticism of safety concerns.

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Trump says US ‘will be careful’ in fostering AI growth

President Trump defended his administration’s AI growth agenda, saying the government would be careful while refusing to stifle the industry. He dismissed fears of AI extinction as a hoax comparable to climate alarmism and floated an “AI Force” idea.

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We needed the Driver’s Privacy Protection Act. Technology found a way around it.

The article argues that the 1994 Driver’s Privacy Protection Act no longer fully protects drivers because private companies such as Flock Safety can independently collect license-plate data and build tracking histories. It acknowledges law-enforcement uses and recent retention changes but calls for privacy laws that address current surveillance technology.

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