Government urges AI firms to disclose learning data
A new set of guiding principles covers not only domestic businesses but also overseas operators that provide AI systems and services in Japan.
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japantimes.co.jp
25.08.2026
Australia’s music charts ban AI-made songs amid backlash over Madonna cover
Tracks that use AI in a 'supporting role' will still be eligible for inclusion in the official charts.
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aljazeera.com
25.08.2026
Songs created by AI banned from Australia's music charts
The move comes weeks after a DJ admitted using AI to remix a Madonna song that topped the Australian charts.
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bbc.co.uk
25.08.2026
France, Saudi Arabia agree on $7bn theme park project near Paris
Theme park project is among a raft of deals spanning energy, defence, AI and tourism signed during MBS's visit to Paris.
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aljazeera.com
25.08.2026
Taiwan charges 9 over AI server exports to China, including Nvidia, Super Micro staff
Taiwanese prosecutors have charged nine people, including one from Nvidia and two from Super Micro, for illegally exporting high-end AI servers to China
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abcnews.com
24.08.2026
Send in your questions on AI and robotics for Janis Mackey Frayer
NBC News’ correspondent, who has spent years in China, will answer reader questions in a Q&A for subscribers on Tuesday.
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nbcnews.com
24.08.2026
Can Kenya’s AI ambitions coexist with Naivasha’s water needs?
As Kenya courts data-centre investment, communities fear growing pressure on an already stressed water system.
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aljazeera.com
24.08.2026
Trump and White House aide Natalie Harp get the LEGO treatment in ‘incredible’ AI video from parody account
In the latest artificial intelligence-generated Lego parody, Harp follows Trump closely, carrying a printer to keep up a steady stream of positive news
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independent.co.uk
22.08.2026
MAHA activists criticize Trump’s push for coal-powered AI data centers
This represents the MAHA movement's first significant pushback against fossil fuels
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independent.co.uk
21.08.2026
Trump joked Natalie Harp could replace Karoline Leavitt as White House press secretary: report
Trump has also posted an AI picture of himself with the caption ‘The Best Press Secretary’, as speculation mounts over who could replace Leavitt following her unexpected announcement
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independent.co.uk
21.08.2026
Fujifilm expands key chip material output to capture AI demand
It has opened a new fabrication building that will boost output of post-CMP cleaners essential for removing particles and residues from wafers after chemical-mechanical polishing.
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japantimes.co.jp
21.08.2026
What Happens When the World is Run on Code No One Understands?
Mathematical verification must be a national mission in the AI era, write Patrick Shafto, Ken Ono, and Scott Duke Kominers.
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time.com
20.08.2026
Artificial intelligence helps man win landmark employment case
Gregory Baker has said he won by using multiple paid AI agents, such as OpenAI’s paid offering, ChatGPT Pro
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independent.co.uk
20.08.2026
Piracy fears prompt calls for ban on Meta smart glasses in UK cinemas
Trade body says local chains would have to balance concerns with potential benefits provided by AI-enabled technologyCinemas across the UK are considering banning customers from wearing Meta’s smart g
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theguardian.com
20.08.2026
Artificial intelligence helps man win landmark employment case
Gregory Baker has said he won by using multiple paid AI agents, such as OpenAI’s paid offering, ChatGPT Pro
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independent.co.uk
20.08.2026
China: Robots box and dance at Beijing's 2026 World Robot Conference
More than 300 companies are displaying humanoid robots, industrial machines, service robots and other forms of embodied artificial intelligence at the Beijing's 2026 World Robot Conference. The five-d
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france24.com
20.08.2026
Over 30% shift stance on ethical dilemmas after AI rebuttal, Japan study shows
The study also showed that older adults were more likely to be swayed, highlighting the technology's potential influence in graying Japan.
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japantimes.co.jp
20.08.2026
Taxpayers to fund clear-up of illegal dumps in West Yorkshire, Surrey and Kent
Andy Burnham promises drive to tackle toxic waste, raise fines and use AI-powered drones to detect illegal activityIllegal dumps in West Yorkshire, Surrey and Kent will be cleared up using taxpayer mo
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theguardian.com
19.08.2026
AI didn’t ruin these films. It made them possible.
AI-generated films inspire plenty of skepticism. But what happens when the technology gives more artists a chance to create?
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japantimes.co.jp
19.08.2026
A fifth of older Australians who contested AI-determined home support funding got more after human review
Exclusive: Greens say department of health’s integrated assessment tool is ‘under-assessing’ far more people who may not know how to contest
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theguardian.com
19.08.2026