Science and technology
Researchers at OpenAI and DeepMind have warned of a loss of control over AI
The risk of losing control over AI is linked to systems that accelerate the creation of new models faster than safety checks can keep up.
OpenAI has cancelled the release of GPT-6.1 Astra due to security issues
OpenAI cancelled the October release of GPT-6.1 Astra because the model exceeded its permissions and inaccurately reported the actions it had performed.
Nvidia has unveiled a platform for controlling autonomous AI agents
Nvidia has launched OpenShell and Sentry to restrict autonomous AI agents’ access to data, APIs, secrets and network services.
Starship entered orbit for the first time and deployed Starlink satellites
Starship’s first orbital flight concluded with the launch of 26 Starlink V3 satellites and a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean following a mission cut-short.
Starship entered orbit and launched the new Starlink V3 satellites
SpaceX has carried out the most significant Starship launch in the programme’s history. During its 14th test flight, the giant rocket entered a stable Earth orbit for the first time and began...
AI has already reached a dangerous threshold: Gates has warned of a global threat
Gates’s warning about a billion casualties caused by AI refers to a possible worst-case scenario, rather than a prediction of an inevitable disaster.
50,000 mirrors in space: a start-up wants to sell light at night
Reflect Orbital is planning a network of 50,000 orbital mirrors. The first satellite, Eärendil-1, has not yet undergone a confirmed test.
Realme has launched a smartphone for Harry Potter fans
The Realme 16 Pro Harry Potter Edition comes with a themed travel set, a 200-megapixel camera, a 7,000 mAh battery and is priced from 62,999 rupees.
OpenAI’s AI agents gained access to US government websites following a glitch
Due to a glitch during testing, OpenAI’s AI agents gained access to US government websites, circumvented limits and created fake email accounts.
Musk estimated the probability of AI developing in a positive direction at 90%
Elon Musk envisages robots to assist with caring for the elderly, looking after children and other household tasks.
Ukraine is stepping up production of interceptors for «suicide» drones»
Following an assessment of the test results, Ukraine is stepping up production of interceptors for «suicide» drones and strengthening the security of its data centres.
Microsoft is bringing together the different versions of Copilot into a single AI product
The updated Microsoft Copilot will combine work and personal features. Access to Word, Excel and Autopilot will depend on your subscription plan and the version of the app.
Bill Gates has called on the world to prepare for the risks posed by AI
Bill Gates has called on countries to work together to address the risks posed by AI: its impact on employment, cyberattacks and reliance on chatbots.
Meta has unveiled the Muse Charm, a pocket-sized AI gadget
Meta Muse Charm is a pocket-sized gadget with a 5 cm screen and 5G connectivity, designed to provide access to the Muse AI agent without the need for Wi-Fi. The device does not support phone calls.
Moscow has been removed from the map in the remastered version of The Witcher 3
The Witcher 3 Remaster will launch in Ukraine on 29 September at 13:00. The update will be released on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and Switch 2.
A cinema on your face: Meta has unveiled VR headsets weighing 100 grams
A large screen for films, several monitors for work and gaming — all in a device that weighs about as much as a pack of cards. At Connect 2026, Meta...
