The People's Liberation Army (PLA) and defense experts emphasize that AI-driven systems fundamentally reshape modern warfare, shifting the battlefield toward "intelligentized combat".


PLA Says AI-Driven Systems Reshaping Modern Warfare

A man has lost at least S$4.9 million (US$3.8 million) to a Strait of Hormuz funding assistance scam, the Singapore Police Force (SPF) said on Thursday (May 14), as it advised members of the public to be vigilant against scams involving the impersonation of senior government officials.

In a news release, police said the scammers – who appear to be targeting business professionals who have had prior interactions with government officials – would impersonate government officials, including the secretary to the Cabinet, to inform the victim to attend a virtual meeting with the Singapore president, ministers, and other officials.

AI-Powered 'Hormuz' Deepfake Scam Targets Singapore Businessman 

Governments around the world are rapidly accelerating efforts to build more powerful artificial intelligence systems, turning AI into one of the biggest geopolitical and economic battlegrounds of the century. From military applications to economic competitiveness and digital influence, countries are investing billions to avoid falling behind in the global AI race.


Governments Rush To Build More Powerful AI Systems 

#Gravitas A political controversy has erupted in South Korea over artificial intelligence profits and government taxation, leading to political attacks, market volatility, and concerns among foreign investors. 


South Korea's AI Tax Controversy 

President Trump and President Xi are meeting in Beijing, with U.S. officials balancing crucial economic engagement against significant national security concerns, including AI risks and tech transfer. The summit aims to stabilize trade, with US CEOs seeking greater market access, while navigating tensions over Taiwan, Iran, and technology restrictions.


Trump-Xi Summit: Leaders Expected To Discuss AI And Chip Exports at Summit

#Gravitas A new study warns that AI chatbots may not just spread misinformation, they may actually strengthen false beliefs, distort memories and deepen dangerous delusions, especially among vulnerable users.


Study: AI Chatbots Blur the Line Between Reality & Delusion

Alphabet is on the brink of overtaking NVIDIA as the world’s most valuable company.
The AI darling, NVIDIA, may be the leader in AI chips,
But Alphabet is emerging as big tech's broader winner in recent months.

Alphabet Close to Overtaking NVIDIA in Size

The US economy shows strong growth as AI becomes a major driving force behind it. In the first quarter of 2026, US GDP rose by 2.0%, with reports suggesting that artificial intelligence alone contributed nearly 67% of this expansion. While the numbers look impressive, economists are now questioning whether the economy is becoming too dependent on AI-led sectors, raising concerns about long-term stability and balanced growth in the future.

Is US Economy Over-Relying On AI? US GDP Grew 2.0% In First Quarter Of 2026 

Major publishers have taken legal action against Meta, accusing the company of using their content without permission to train its LLaMA AI models. The lawsuit alleges copyright violations and raises serious questions about how tech giants source data for artificial intelligence. The case could have far-reaching implications for the future of AI development, content ownership, and digital rights worldwide.


Meta AI Training Sparks New Copyright Battle

Lawsuit Alleges Copyright Misuse by Meta, Legal Battle Over AI Training Data Intensifies

The Pentagon said on Friday that it has reached agreements with seven AI companies for the deployment of their advanced capabilities on the Defense Department’s classified networks as it looks to broaden the range of AI providers working across the military. A Pentagon statement said that SpaceX, OpenAI, Google, NVIDIA, Reflection, Microsoft, and Amazon Web Services will be integrated into its ⁠secret and top-secret network environments, providing more military access to their products for use on sensitive topics.&nbsp;Among the firms is the lesser-known Reflection AI, which is backed by 1789 Capital, a venture capital firm in which Donald Trump Jr. is a partner and investor.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-has-dispatched-fresh-proposal-for-peace-negotiations-with-us-to-pakistan-state-media-1777643999072">Iran has dispatched fresh proposal for peace negotiations with US to Pakistan: State media</a>&nbsp;The deals, however, exclude Anthropic, which fell out with the Pentagon over guardrails on the military’s use of its artificial intelligence tools. The Pentagon labelled Anthropic, which is widely used across the Defense Department, a supply-chain risk earlier this year and barred its use.&nbsp;The US military expressed interest in AI startups since the Pentagon deemed Anthropic’s products a “supply chain risk” in March and the two sides became embroiled in a lawsuit.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/britain-raises-terror-threat-level-to-severe-after-anti-semitic-attack-in-north-london-s-golders-green-1777571980264">Britain raises terror threat level to ‘severe’ after anti-semitic attack in North London’s Golders Green</a><h2>Faster incorporation for new entrants</h2>&nbsp;The newer AI entrants have said the military has sped up the process of incorporating them onto secret and top-secret data levels to less than three months. Earlier, the process took 18 months or longer.By expanding AI services offered to troops, who use it for planning, logistics, targeting, and in other ways to streamline huge operations and work more quickly, the Pentagon said it will avoid “vendor lock”, a ⁠likely nod to its overdependence on Anthropic or other dominant service providers.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/andhra-man-26-kills-self-in-us-over-not-getting-job-after-studies-help-pours-for-debt-ridden-family-1777635730587">Andhra man, 26, kills self in US over not getting job after studies; help pours for debt-ridden family</a>&nbsp;Pentagon staffers, former officials, and IT contractors told Reuters that they were reluctant to give up Anthropic’s AI tools, which they view as superior to alternatives, despite orders to remove them over the next six months.AI has become increasingly important for the US military, and the Pentagon's main AI platform, GenAI.mil, has been used by over 1.3 million Defense Department personnel.&nbsp;Google has signed a deal enabling the Defense Department to use its AI models for classified work, a source told Reuters this week.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-naval-blockade-is-squeezing-iran-s-oil-exports-and-hurting-economy-shows-data-1777580752233">US naval blockade is squeezing Iran’s oil exports and hurting economy, shows data</a><h2>Anthropic still viewed as ‘supply chain risk’</h2>&nbsp;Defense Department Chief Technology Officer Emil Michael told CNBC on Friday that Anthropic remains a supply chain risk.&nbsp;However, it is not known if Anthropic’s AI model Mythos, which has advanced cyber capabilities and created a stir over its ability to supercharge hackers, is being used by the Pentagon to help ⁠secure its IT infrastructure against future cyberattacks.&nbsp;

The AI firms will be integrated into the Pentagon’s ⁠secret and top-secret network environments, providing more military access to their products for use on sensitive topics. US troops use AI services for planning, logistics, targeting, and in other ways to streamline huge operations.

The Pentagon said on Friday that it has reached agreements with seven AI companies for the deployment of their advanced capabilities on the Defense Department’s classified networks as it looks to broaden the range of AI providers working across the military. A Pentagon statement said that SpaceX, OpenAI, Google, NVIDIA, Reflection, Microsoft, and Amazon Web Services will be integrated into its ⁠secret and top-secret network environments, providing more military access to their products for use on sensitive topics. Among the firms is the lesser-known Reflection AI, which is backed by 1789 Capital, a venture capital firm in which Donald Trump Jr. is a partner and investor. Also Read: Iran has dispatched fresh proposal for peace negotiations with US to Pakistan: State media The deals, however, exclude Anthropic, which fell out with the Pentagon over guardrails on the military’s use of its artificial intelligence tools. The Pentagon labelled Anthropic, which is widely used across the Defense Department, a supply-chain risk earlier this year and barred its use. The US military expressed interest in AI startups since the Pentagon deemed Anthropic’s products a “supply chain risk” in March and the two sides became embroiled in a lawsuit. Also Read: Britain raises terror threat level to ‘severe’ after anti-semitic attack in North London’s Golders Green Faster incorporation for new entrants The newer AI entrants have said the military has sped up the process of incorporating them onto secret and top-secret data levels to less than three months. Earlier, the process took 18 months or longer. By expanding AI services offered to troops, who use it for planning, logistics, targeting, and in other ways to streamline huge operations and work more quickly, the Pentagon said it will avoid “vendor lock”, a ⁠likely nod to its overdependence on Anthropic or other dominant service providers. Also Read: Andhra man, 26, kills self in US over not getting job after studies; help pours for debt-ridden family Pentagon staffers, former officials, and IT contractors told Reuters that they were reluctant to give up Anthropic’s AI tools, which they view as superior to alternatives, despite orders to remove them over the next six months. AI has become increasingly important for the US military, and the Pentagon's main AI platform, GenAI.mil, has been used by over 1.3 million Defense Department personnel. Google has signed a deal enabling the Defense Department to use its AI models for classified work, a source told Reuters this week. Also Read: US naval blockade is squeezing Iran’s oil exports and hurting economy, shows data Anthropic still viewed as ‘supply chain risk’ Defense Department Chief Technology Officer Emil Michael told CNBC on Friday that Anthropic remains a supply chain risk. However, it is not known if Anthropic’s AI model Mythos, which has advanced cyber capabilities and created a stir over its ability to supercharge hackers, is being used by the Pentagon to help ⁠secure its IT infrastructure against future cyberattacks.

The AI firms will be integrated into the Pentagon’s ⁠secret and top-secret network environments, providing more military access to their products for use on sensitive topics. US troops use AI services for planning, logistics, targeting, and in other ways to streamline huge operations.

Pentagon secures deals with leading AI firms; Anthropic still a ‘supply chain risk’

Wall Street is witnessing an unprecedented surge in semiconductor stocks. Driven by the AI boom, chipmakers have rapidly gained market dominance, echoing patterns last seen during the dot-com era. With valuations soaring and a single sector commanding a huge share, markets now face a big test. In the next news in numbers report, we break it down.


AI Boom: The Largest Asset Bubble in History

South Korea’s stock market has emerged as on of the standout performers in 2026. It has dramatically outpaced its regional peers and left other emerging markets like India trailing behind.


AI Boom Takes South Korea's Kospi to New Highs

The Gulf war has disrupted global oil supplies with key export routes under strain, producers are being forced to reroute crude through limited pipeline networks and alternative ports. But these options come with hard capacity limits, leaving a significant chunk of production stranded. As a result, a large volume of oil is being forced offline. In the next news in numbers report we breakdown the supply loss caused due to the war. Take a look. 


Gulf War: Oil Hits Highest Since 2022 as AI Optimism Softens Iran War Fears 

Scientists and biosecurity experts are raising fresh concerns over the potential misuse of advanced AI chatbots in outlining harmful biological attack methods. While most AI systems include strict safety guardrails, researchers warn that rapidly evolving technology could still be exploited by bad actors seeking sensitive scientific information. The debate has intensified global calls for stronger AI oversight, tighter safeguards, and international cooperation to prevent biological risks linked to artificial intelligence.


Scientists Say AI Can Outline Biological Attack Methods

An AI-powered exoskeleton stole the spotlight at China’s Canton Fair after helping a patient with muscular dystrophy walk with support. The wearable robotic suit is designed to boost mobility and assist people with movement-related conditions. The demonstration highlighted China’s growing focus on advanced assistive technologies and AI-driven healthcare innovations. Experts say such devices could transform rehabilitation and improve quality of life for many patients worldwide.


AI-Powered Robot Suit Helps Patient Walk Again at China Expo

The top question doing the rounds in the world this week is: If oil prices are above 120 dollars per barrel, and the Iran war isn't over, why are stocks at record highs?

AI Bets Driving Wall Street To Record Highs 

The Samsung family’s wealth has surged sharply as the global artificial intelligence boom drives massive demand for advanced memory chips and semiconductors. Rising chip prices and record profits in the semiconductor sector have pushed the family’s fortune to an estimated $45.5 billion amid a wider tech market rally. The surge highlights how AI is rapidly transforming the global technology industry, with companies supplying high-performance chips emerging as some of the biggest winners of the new digital race.


Samsung Family Fortune Surges As AI Boom Sparks Massive Chip Demand 

Google Cloud has laid the foundation stone for a major AI hub in Visakhapatnam, boosting hopes of turning the city into India’s next big technology and data centre destination. Backed by Andhra Pradesh’s aggressive data centre policies, the project is expected to attract large-scale AI infrastructure and investments. Officials believe the state could witness fivefold growth in data centres in the coming years.


Google Cloud’s Massive AI Hub In Vizag Could Transform Andhra Pradesh Into India’s AI Capital

Google Cloud has announced a landmark $15 billion investment to build its first Artificial Intelligence hub in India, located in Visakhapatnam.

The project will feature gigawatt-scale data centers, a new subsea connectivity gateway, and advanced digital infrastructure aimed at powering global AI services. The initiative aligns with India’s broader vision of becoming an AI-driven economy and strengthening tech collaboration with the United States.

With partnerships involving major players and a focus on high-performance computing, this hub could transform sectors ranging from startups to large enterprises—while creating jobs and boosting innovation.

Google’s $15 Billion India AI Hub in Visakhapatnam: Biggest Tech Investment Yet 

A growing concern over AI-driven disinformation has surfaced in Japan, where creators allegedly used artificial intelligence to mass-produce anti-China videos. Reports suggest freelancers were recruited via platforms like CrowdWorks, with higher pay incentives fueling the spread of negative content. The revelations highlight how AI tools are being leveraged to shape narratives online, raising questions about regulation and the future of digital information.


Japanese Creators Used AI to Mass-Produce Anti-China Videos 

India is the global leader in AI health adoption, with 85% of consumers utilizing AI tools for personal health—significantly higher than the 60% global average. Driven by youth and accessibility, Indians use AI for symptom checking, reporting, and treatment insights, preferring a hybrid model over full automation. 


India Leads in AI Health Adoption; Used For Symptoms, Reports And Treatment Info

The global AI investment cycle is accelerating rapidly, driving an unprecedented expansion in data center capacity. Experts estimate that by 2030, new AI infrastructure could require power equivalent to around 125 nuclear reactors, highlighting the massive energy footprint of the digital revolution. As companies race to scale AI capabilities, concerns are growing over electricity demand, sustainability, and how nations will balance innovation with energy security.


New AI Data Center Capacity To Add: 125 Incremental Gigawatts by 2030

The United States has accused China of conducting “industrial-scale theft” of artificial intelligence technology, escalating tensions between the world’s two largest economies. U.S. officials allege coordinated efforts involving cyber intrusions, corporate espionage, and forced technology transfers to gain access to cutting-edge AI systems.


The White House Accuses China of AI Theft

Cybersecurity experts are raising alarms over a surge in sophisticated global cyberattacks—and the methods hackers are using to stay hidden are becoming more advanced than ever.

From fileless malware and encrypted traffic to AI-driven attacks and supply chain breaches, hackers are finding new ways to bypass detection systems and remain invisible for longer periods. These tactics are making it harder for governments, companies, and individuals to detect and stop attacks in real time.

Agencies Warn of Hidden Hacking Infrastructure, Compromised Routers Used for Global Targeting

In a stunning breakthrough for robotics and artificial intelligence, a humanoid robot has completed a half-marathon race, outperforming human participants and setting a new benchmark in endurance robotics. The robot not only finished the race successfully but also recorded a time that challenges competitive human runners, sparking global debate about the future of sports, AI, and human–machine competition. 


Humanoid Robot Wins Half-Marathon And Smashes Humans' Record 

For 40 years, roboticists chased a dream: a machine that could play table tennis against a real human and win. Now Sony AI's Project Ace did exactly that. Under International Table Tennis Federation rules, with licensed umpires and elite human opponents, Ace won. Multiple times. And it kept improving.
That's not all a Humanoid robot made by a Chinese company broke the human world record with a timing of 50 minutes 26 seconds in a race alongside amateur runners in Beijing.

The End of Human Dominance? Robot Defeats Elite Players In Table Tennis, Marathon 

The Delhi High Court has granted an ex parte ad-interim injunction to Tollywood superstar Allu Arjun. This legal victory secures his personality and publicity rights against "unauthorised exploitation".

The court ruled that Allu Arjun’s "name, image, and voice are his exclusive property". His iconic dialogue delivery and unique gestures (which became popular after the first instalment of Pushpa) are also protected. These attributes are deeply linked to his public identity. No third party may use these distinctive traits for commercial purposes without his express consent. 

Allu Arjun's Voice And Image Ruled as Exclusive Property

A new AI-powered headset is shifting the focus of healthcare from the body to the brain. By tracking neural activity in real time, the device can detect subtle changes and potentially warn users about health risks before symptoms even appear. This breakthrough could transform early diagnosis, especially for neurological conditions. While it opens exciting possibilities, it also raises important questions about data privacy and how our brain signals might be used in the future.


AI Headset That Reads Your Brain? New Device Tracks Neural Activity For Early Health Alerts

They built it. They funded it. Now some of the world's leading AI researchers say they may have created something that cannot be controlled. In safety tests, AI models have tried to blackmail their creators, write self-spreading viruses, leave secret messages to future versions of themselves, and cancel safety alerts. Groups concerned about AI evading human control are now recruiting content creators to spread the message to mass audiences. But the warning itself is not new. It has been building for years, inside the very labs where these systems are being built.


The AI Doomsday: Could AI Turn on Humanity?  | Can Humans Control What They Build? 

#Gravitas In the run-up to the weeks-long war with Israel and the United States, Iran’s military establishment reportedly systematically studied the Russia-Ukraine war and accordingly adapted its military plans.


Iran’s Ukraine War Playbook: Drones, AI & a New Battle Strategy

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