Artificial intelligence is fueling one of the biggest investment waves in modern history, with AI-focused companies attracting staggering valuations and reshaping global markets.

But as billions pour into the sector and investors chase the next AI giant, questions are growing over whether the industry is witnessing a genuine technological revolution—or the formation of a massive financial bubble. Is the AI boom sustainable, or are markets getting ahead of reality?

AI Giants Chase Trillion-Dollar Dreams In Global Tech Race

The White House is stepping up efforts to regulate artificial intelligence by introducing stronger safety testing requirements for advanced AI models before they are released to the public. The move aims to reduce risks linked to powerful AI systems and ensure better oversight as the technology develops rapidly. Officials say the new measures are designed to balance innovation with safety, as concerns grow over how AI could impact security, privacy and society at large.


US Moves to Tighten Checks on Advanced AI Models Before Public Release 

China's growing use of artificial intelligence is drawing attention after reports emerged of a system designed to identify potential political risks before they materialise. Supporters argue that advanced technology can help authorities maintain stability, while critics warn that predictive surveillance could expand state monitoring and limit individual freedoms. The development has reignited a global debate over the balance between security, privacy and the growing power of AI in modern governance.


China's New AI System Aims To Predict Political Dissent Before It Happens 

In a remarkable sign of investor confidence, chipmaker NVIDIA is now being viewed by parts of the market as a safer credit bet than the US government. Fueled by the global AI boom and strong demand for its advanced chips, Nvidia's financial standing has strengthened dramatically. The development highlights how rapidly the company has risen from a semiconductor manufacturer to one of the world's most influential technology firms, reshaping discussions around market confidence, risk and the future of artificial intelligence.


Nvidia Overtakes US Government in Market Credit Rankings as Investor Confidence Soar

AI company Anthropic is expanding access to its cybersecurity-focused AI initiatives, including Project Glasswing and the Mythos AI tool. Nearly 200 organizations are expected to gain access as the company broadens efforts to help identify critical software vulnerabilities before they can be exploited by hackers. The move highlights the growing role of artificial intelligence in strengthening digital security, helping researchers and organizations detect weaknesses faster and improve cyber resilience in an increasingly complex threat environment.


Anthropic Expands AI Cybersecurity Program as Nearly 200 Groups Gain Access 

#Gravitas As per reports, a Chinese technology firm is developing AI-powered tools to identify people who may pose a political risk.


Culprit Tomorrow, Punished Today by China's Despotic Technology

Researchers have developed a computer vision system that uses deep learning and laser technology to track and eliminate mosquitoes.
The AI-powered setup can reportedly identify mosquito species and target them in real time with high precision.

Scientists Develop AI Laser System To Hunt & Kill Mosquitos

The world's largest technology companies are increasingly turning to overseas bond markets to fund their massive AI ambitions. From Europe and Japan to Switzerland, companies such as Alphabet and Amazon are raising record amounts of debt outside the United States.


Why Big Tech Is Borrowing Billions Outside the US 

China has introduced sweeping new rules to tighten its control over foreign deals involving Chinese companies, technology, and data. The move comes just weeks after Beijing forced Meta to reverse its acquisition of Chinese AI startup Manus, signalling a tougher stance on overseas investments.


China Expands Curbs on Overseas Investments

Artificial intelligence is driving a massive investment boom on Wall Street, but concerns are growing about its impact on workers. A new report suggests that nearly 24% of jobs worldwide face a high risk of AI-driven automation, raising questions about the future of employment. While businesses see AI as a tool for boosting productivity and profits, many workers worry that routine tasks and even skilled roles could be transformed or replaced. As AI adoption accelerates, the debate over innovation, opportunity and job security is becoming more urgent than ever.

Jobs At Risk: One in Four Jobs Could Be Disrupted by AI, New Report Warns 

NVIDIA is expanding its push into the AI PC market with the launch of a new chip designed to bring advanced artificial intelligence capabilities directly to personal computers. The move highlights growing competition in the AI hardware space as tech companies race to power the next generation of AI-driven devices and applications.


NVIDIA Gets Big On AI PCs With New Chip

A new report highlights the growing impact of artificial intelligence on global employment, warning that nearly one in four jobs worldwide could be affected by rapid automation. From offices to industries and even education systems, AI is reshaping how work is done at an unprecedented pace.


AI Threatens 1 in 4 Jobs Worldwide as Automation Wave Accelerates 

A Bank of America report is sounding the alarm on artificial intelligence and its impact on global employment. The report says 24 percent of jobs worldwide, or roughly 838 million positions, are exposed to generative AI.


Bank Of America: 1 in 4 Jobs Globally at Risk from AI 

The United States and Israel could be heading toward a new phase in their long-standing defence partnership. Reports suggest lawmakers in Washington are exploring deeper military integration, including the co-development of advanced weapons systems and expanded cooperation in emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and quantum computing. 


US-Israel Defence Alliance Poised for Major Expansion Into AI, Cyber and Advanced Weapons

This week on Tech It Out, discover simple ways to better protect your smartphone from hackers, scams and data breaches using stronger passwords, passkeys and app security settings; look at how Saudi Arabia is using medical drones during the Haj pilgrimage to rapidly deliver medicines and emergency healthcare supplies; and see how an AI-powered bricklaying robot named 'WALTER' is being tested in the UK to automate one of construction's toughest physical jobs. Watch the full episode for all the details.


Phone Security Tips, Medical Drones At Haj & AI Bricklaying Robot 

A company has reportedly faced unexpectedly high expenses after unrestricted access to the AI system Anthropic led to massive token consumption. Heavy use of AI coding tasks and unchecked automation requests significantly increased operational costs, creating financial pressure for the firm. The incident highlights growing concerns around managing AI usage, cost control, and the risks of deploying powerful language models without strict usage limits.


Company Hit By Massive AI Cost Surge From Unchecked Claude Usage 

#Gravitas Meta has turned its AI dream into a global warning about the future of jobs. The company has cut around 8,000 jobs as it pushes aggressively into artificial intelligence.


Meta's AI Push Costs 8,000 Jobs

In his strongest warning yet on artificial intelligence, Pope Leo has urged governments worldwide to urgently regulate AI and “disarm” autonomous weapons systems. He warned that rapidly advancing military AI technologies may already be moving beyond meaningful human control.

From AI-driven target generation systems used in modern warfare to the escalating race between governments and private tech companies, the Vatican says the world may be entering a deeply dangerous new era where decision-making in war could shift away from humans.

Google's Dire Warning On AI: Vance Terms Pope's AI Warning As 'Profound' 

In his strongest warning yet on artificial intelligence, Pope Leo has urged governments worldwide to urgently regulate AI and “disarm” autonomous weapons systems. He warned that rapidly advancing military AI technologies may already be moving beyond meaningful human control.

From AI-driven target generation systems used in modern warfare to the escalating race between governments and private tech companies, the Vatican says the world may be entering a deeply dangerous new era where decision-making in war could shift away from humans.


Pope Leo Warns On AI Weapons Could Spiral Out Of Human Control

Pope Leo XIV on Monday (May 25) called for the “disarming” of artificial intelligence in his long-awaited first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas (Magnificent Humanity). Leo, the first US pope, warned against “a race for ever more powerful algorithms and larger datasets, driven by the desire to secure geopolitical or commercial dominance”, comparing the technology race to the biblical builders of the Tower of Babel. What did he mean by that? What is the biblical Tower of Babel? WION Decodes.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-s-students-deserve-better-cockroach-janata-party-revives-petition-targeting-edu-minister-dharmendra-pradhan-neet-2026-paper-leak-1779774614724">'India’s students deserve better': Cockroach Janata Party revives petition targeting Edu Minister Dharmendra Pradhan</a><h2>What did the Pope say?</h2>Calling for “robust legal frameworks, independent oversight, informed users and a political system that does not abdicate its responsibility”, Leo invoked the story of the Tower of Babel.“With the heart of a shepherd and a father, I ask everyone to abandon the construction of yet another Tower of Babel and to join forces in building up the common good,” wrote Pope Leo. He warned that AI risks reducing humans to merely “cogs”.<h2>What is the Tower of Babel?</h2>In Christian lore, the Tower of Babel represents a civilisation driven by pride, centralised power and human ambition detached from moral responsibility. The tale from Genesis 11:1-9 in the Hebrew Bible tells the story of a world where everyone spoke the same language and understood one another. However, as time passed and the population grew, humanity migrated eastward until people found a vast, fertile plain in the land of Shinar (Babylonia). There, they decided to settle and build a city.They planned to build a tower “that reaches all the way into the heavens!”. This, they said, would help them “make a great name for ourselves, and we will never be scattered or lost across the earth.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/green-card-applicants-should-go-home-new-us-citizenship-rule-may-hit-indians-hardest-check-how-you-could-be-affected-1779514161561">Green card applicants should go home? New US citizenship rule may hit Indians hardest; check how you could be affected</a>As the story goes, they did not use ordinary stone. Instead, they baked mud into hard clay bricks and used thick black tar for mortar, building the tower higher and higher. Their intense ambition did not go unnoticed, and God descended from heaven to see the tower.God realised that the people had been blinded by ambition and pride, and decided to intervene. He confused their speech, making it difficult for them to understand one another. Eventually, unable to communicate, the people scattered across the earth, abandoning the Tower of Babel, which is now known as the symbol of confusion and division.

Why did Pope Leo compare today’s AI race to the biblical Tower of Babel? In his first major message as pope, Leo warned that humanity risks repeating an ancient mistake. So what exactly is the Tower of Babel story? Scroll down to find out.

Pope Leo XIV on Monday (May 25) called for the “disarming” of artificial intelligence in his long-awaited first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas (Magnificent Humanity). Leo, the first US pope, warned against “a race for ever more powerful algorithms and larger datasets, driven by the desire to secure geopolitical or commercial dominance”, comparing the technology race to the biblical builders of the Tower of Babel. What did he mean by that? What is the biblical Tower of Babel? WION Decodes. Also read | 'India’s students deserve better': Cockroach Janata Party revives petition targeting Edu Minister Dharmendra Pradhan What did the Pope say? Calling for “robust legal frameworks, independent oversight, informed users and a political system that does not abdicate its responsibility”, Leo invoked the story of the Tower of Babel. “With the heart of a shepherd and a father, I ask everyone to abandon the construction of yet another Tower of Babel and to join forces in building up the common good,” wrote Pope Leo. He warned that AI risks reducing humans to merely “cogs”. What is the Tower of Babel? In Christian lore, the Tower of Babel represents a civilisation driven by pride, centralised power and human ambition detached from moral responsibility. The tale from Genesis 11:1-9 in the Hebrew Bible tells the story of a world where everyone spoke the same language and understood one another. However, as time passed and the population grew, humanity migrated eastward until people found a vast, fertile plain in the land of Shinar (Babylonia). There, they decided to settle and build a city. They planned to build a tower “that reaches all the way into the heavens!”. This, they said, would help them “make a great name for ourselves, and we will never be scattered or lost across the earth.” Also read | Green card applicants should go home? New US citizenship rule may hit Indians hardest; check how you could be affected As the story goes, they did not use ordinary stone. Instead, they baked mud into hard clay bricks and used thick black tar for mortar, building the tower higher and higher. Their intense ambition did not go unnoticed, and God descended from heaven to see the tower. God realised that the people had been blinded by ambition and pride, and decided to intervene. He confused their speech, making it difficult for them to understand one another. Eventually, unable to communicate, the people scattered across the earth, abandoning the Tower of Babel, which is now known as the symbol of confusion and division.

Why did Pope Leo compare today’s AI race to the biblical Tower of Babel? In his first major message as pope, Leo warned that humanity risks repeating an ancient mistake. So what exactly is the Tower of Babel story? Scroll down to find out.

Pope Leo warns humanity risks repeating ancient mistake: What is the Tower of Babel and what does it have to do with AI?

The AI gold rush has a problem nobody is talking about. The first real companies to deploy AI at scale are discovering they simply cannot afford the bills.


Big Tech's AI Money Never Left the Building

Pope Leo has raised concerns over the rapid growth of artificial intelligence, urging governments around the world to slow AI development until stronger ethical and safety safeguards are in place. The Vatican warned that unchecked AI advancement could pose risks to humanity, jobs, privacy, and even global stability if regulation fails to keep pace with technology.


Vatican Urges Governments to Slow Artificial Intelligence Development

Dhaka has introduced an AI-powered traffic management system in a bid to ease chronic congestion across the city. Smart surveillance cameras are now being used to detect signal violations, illegal parking, and other traffic offences in real time. Authorities say the system aims to reduce gridlock, improve road discipline, and make urban mobility more efficient in one of the world’s most densely populated capitals.


Dhaka Deploys AI Traffic System To Tackle Severe City Gridlock | 

The Gulf’s ambition to become a global hub for artificial intelligence is being tested, as the potential for a prolonged conflict in the Middle East raises questions over energy security, infrastructure resilience and investor confidence.


Iran Conflict Tests UAE's Global Ambitions

The White House has officially approved a $9 billion funding initiative aimed at helping the US intelligence agencies to rapidly adopt and integrate advanced artificial intelligence capabilities. The request was made to acquire cutting-edge computer chips that American spy agencies needed to boost model capabilities. The $9 billion is in part intended to use and increase Nvidia’s Grace Blackwell superchip, which requires enormous amounts of electrical energy and specialised liquid cooling systems. It is now subject to the approval of Congress.&nbsp;&nbsp;The US intelligence community is facing a serious shortage of advanced AI chips needed for next-generation surveillance, cyberwarfare, and intelligence analysis. Not just the intelligence community, the entire AI stack is facing an extended demand for compute power and semiconductor manufacturing capacity. US intelligence agencies like the National Security Agency and the Department of Defence fear they are falling behind private AI labs and geopolitical rivals. The Trump administration is considering allocating $800 million for a more rapid acquisition of computing capacity“Our intelligence community needs the frontier - the best AI chips, models, systems, talent - on a timeline that matches the threat,” said Vinh Nguyen, the former chief data scientist at the NSA and a senior fellow on AI at the Council on Foreign Relations.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-taiwan-president-lai-ching-te-arms-sale-china-1779453425726">Trump says he will speak to Taiwan President amid arms sale tensions with China</a>&nbsp;<h2>US is treating AI like a national security asset &nbsp;</h2>The US government has started to consider AI as infrastructure as a national security asset comparable to nuclear technology or satellite systems. The funding aligns with several other recent national security steps taken by the administration. The US government agencies run their AI models on Amazon Web Services, which has recently announced $50 billion for upgrading its government cloud computing services.&nbsp;&nbsp;Top tech firms OpenAI, Anthropic, and xAI have agreed to allow pre-release access to advanced AI models for government vetting. While Anthropic appeared more cautious and tried to maintain restrictions on military and surveillance usage, which reportedly led to tensions with the Pentagon earlier in 2026. The two sides had a clash when Anthropic resisted the Defence Department's demand for the authority to employ Anthropic’s technology for “any lawful use.” To work around the chip shortage, Susie Wiles, the White House chief of staff, has authorised the National Security Agency to continue to use an advanced model made by Anthropic despite the Pentagon designating the company a supply chain threat. The NSA is now finalising a contract to keep using the Mythos model of Anthropic.&nbsp;&nbsp;Trump was expected to sign a new AI executive order in May 2026, but abruptly cancelled the signing just hours before the ceremony. The draft was a way to regulate the AI models, a precursor to licensing. But it was cancelled after pressure from Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg and former AI adviser David Sacks. Trump argued he didn't like “aspects of it”. Trump himself has said before, “We’re leading China … I don’t want to do anything that’s going to get in the way of that lead.” Donald Trump previously revoked a major AI safety executive order issued by Joe Biden shortly after returning to office in January 2025.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The White House has approved a $9 billion AI funding initiative for US intelligence agencies as Washington races to secure Nvidia chips, boost surveillance capabilities, and stay ahead in the global AI competition.

The White House has officially approved a $9 billion funding initiative aimed at helping the US intelligence agencies to rapidly adopt and integrate advanced artificial intelligence capabilities. The request was made to acquire cutting-edge computer chips that American spy agencies needed to boost model capabilities. The $9 billion is in part intended to use and increase Nvidia’s Grace Blackwell superchip, which requires enormous amounts of electrical energy and specialised liquid cooling systems. It is now subject to the approval of Congress. The US intelligence community is facing a serious shortage of advanced AI chips needed for next-generation surveillance, cyberwarfare, and intelligence analysis. Not just the intelligence community, the entire AI stack is facing an extended demand for compute power and semiconductor manufacturing capacity. US intelligence agencies like the National Security Agency and the Department of Defence fear they are falling behind private AI labs and geopolitical rivals. The Trump administration is considering allocating $800 million for a more rapid acquisition of computing capacity “Our intelligence community needs the frontier - the best AI chips, models, systems, talent - on a timeline that matches the threat,” said Vinh Nguyen, the former chief data scientist at the NSA and a senior fellow on AI at the Council on Foreign Relations. Also Read: Trump says he will speak to Taiwan President amid arms sale tensions with China US is treating AI like a national security asset The US government has started to consider AI as infrastructure as a national security asset comparable to nuclear technology or satellite systems. The funding aligns with several other recent national security steps taken by the administration. The US government agencies run their AI models on Amazon Web Services, which has recently announced $50 billion for upgrading its government cloud computing services. Top tech firms OpenAI, Anthropic, and xAI have agreed to allow pre-release access to advanced AI models for government vetting. While Anthropic appeared more cautious and tried to maintain restrictions on military and surveillance usage, which reportedly led to tensions with the Pentagon earlier in 2026. The two sides had a clash when Anthropic resisted the Defence Department's demand for the authority to employ Anthropic’s technology for “any lawful use.” To work around the chip shortage, Susie Wiles, the White House chief of staff, has authorised the National Security Agency to continue to use an advanced model made by Anthropic despite the Pentagon designating the company a supply chain threat. The NSA is now finalising a contract to keep using the Mythos model of Anthropic. Trump was expected to sign a new AI executive order in May 2026, but abruptly cancelled the signing just hours before the ceremony. The draft was a way to regulate the AI models, a precursor to licensing. But it was cancelled after pressure from Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg and former AI adviser David Sacks. Trump argued he didn't like “aspects of it”. Trump himself has said before, “We’re leading China … I don’t want to do anything that’s going to get in the way of that lead.” Donald Trump previously revoked a major AI safety executive order issued by Joe Biden shortly after returning to office in January 2025.

The White House has approved a $9 billion AI funding initiative for US intelligence agencies as Washington races to secure Nvidia chips, boost surveillance capabilities, and stay ahead in the global AI competition.

US spy agencies race for Nvidia AI chips under new $9 billion plan

Japan is accelerating its push into AI-powered robotics as the country struggles with a shrinking workforce and rapidly ageing population. The Japanese government sees “physical AI” — intelligent robots capable of performing real-world tasks — as a major solution to labour shortages across industries like healthcare, logistics and manufacturing.


Japanese Government Sees Physical AI as Key to Labour Crisis

Governments across the world are stepping up efforts to regulate social media platforms amid rising concerns over child safety, online addiction, misinformation and data privacy. New laws and tougher digital rules are putting pressure on major tech companies to change how their platforms operate.

Countries Tighten Rules on Social Media Platforms 

Google has unveiled a major AI-powered transformation of its search engine at its I/O conference, signalling a deeper push into AI agents and personalised digital assistance. The company introduced new features, including “Spark” mode, designed to monitor emails, schedules and even credit card statements to help users manage daily tasks more efficiently. 


Google Unveils AI Overhaul of Search

Cybersecurity experts are warning that artificial intelligence tools are increasingly being misused by hackers to develop malware and cyber attack systems at a faster and more scalable rate.

Reports suggest cybercriminals are leveraging generative AI platforms to automate coding, improve phishing techniques, and bypass traditional security systems. This shift is lowering the technical barrier for cybercrime and enabling even low-skilled attackers to create more sophisticated threats.

AI Tools Helping Hackers Build Malware

Oslo, Norway: Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide has underscored the growing strategic importance of ties with India, praising its economic rise and shared commitment to sustainable development, while highlighting diplomatic efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.


Norway FM: 'India Has Innovative Economy In The IT & AI Sector'

Anthropic’s advanced AI system “Claude Mythos Preview” is triggering serious cybersecurity concerns across governments, regulators and major technology firms worldwide. The unreleased model reportedly demonstrated the ability to discover critical vulnerabilities in operating systems, browsers and core internet infrastructure: capabilities experts warn could redefine the future of cyber warfare and digital defence. While Anthropic says the project is designed to strengthen cybersecurity through “Project Glasswing,” fears are growing over misuse, AI-driven exploits and a widening global cyber gap.


AI Cyber Model Raises Security Fears 

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