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U.S. Restores Access to Anthropic’s Mythos 5 AI Model Under Strict Controls
AI & Tech Regulation

U.S. Restores Access to Anthropic’s Mythos 5 AI Model Under Strict Controls

The U.S. government has lifted export restrictions on Anthropic’s Mythos 5 AI, allowing limited access to approved institutions with new national security safeguards in place.

China Removes Six Generals and Senior Officials from Legislature Amid Ongoing Purge
Defense & Security

China Removes Six Generals and Senior Officials from Legislature Amid Ongoing Purge

China expelled six military lawmakers and two top civilian officials from its national legislature, signaling an intensifying purge across the party and armed forces.

DOJ Religious Liberty Commission Proposes Clearer Guidance on Establishment Clause
AI & Tech Regulation

DOJ Religious Liberty Commission Proposes Clearer Guidance on Establishment Clause

A new draft report from the DOJ’s Religious Liberty Commission advises the president to clarify the government’s role regarding the Establishment Clause and religious freedom.

EU joins US-led Pax Silica coalition to secure critical AI supply chains
Trade & Tariffs

EU joins US-led Pax Silica coalition to secure critical AI supply chains

The European Union endorsed the US-led Pax Silica initiative to strengthen supply chain resilience for AI, linking chips, minerals, and technology infrastructure across 24 global partners.

Viral Quote Falsely Claims Jeff Bezos Prioritized AI Over Human Water Needs
Big Tech

Viral Quote Falsely Claims Jeff Bezos Prioritized AI Over Human Water Needs

A fabricated statement suggesting Jeff Bezos favored water use for AI above human consumption has been debunked, revealing widespread misinformation amid concerns about AI resource demands.

Canada’s Economy Stagnates Amid Tariff Pressures and Sluggish Growth
Markets & Macro

Canada’s Economy Stagnates Amid Tariff Pressures and Sluggish Growth

Canada's economy showed no growth in early 2026 as rising tariffs, weak productivity, and expensive housing weigh heavily on households and overall outlook.

Chinese Sodium-Ion Battery Matches Tesla in Quality and Key Performance Tests
Energy & Climate

Chinese Sodium-Ion Battery Matches Tesla in Quality and Key Performance Tests

A commercial sodium-ion battery from China demonstrates comparable manufacturing quality and performance to Tesla’s lithium-ion cells, offering a promising low-cost alternative.

US Government Shuts Down Nearly 400 Illegal World Cup Streaming Sites
AI & Tech Regulation

US Government Shuts Down Nearly 400 Illegal World Cup Streaming Sites

The US Justice Department seized close to 400 domains used for unauthorized live streaming of World Cup matches, disrupting international piracy networks linked to malware risks.

Trump Warns of 100% Tariffs on Countries Taxing US Tech Firms
Trade & Tariffs

Trump Warns of 100% Tariffs on Countries Taxing US Tech Firms

President Trump announced plans to impose a 100% tariff on imports from any country that enacts a digital services tax targeting American technology companies.

Heated Debate in US Congress over China Influence and Birthright Citizenship Proposals
Defense & Security

Heated Debate in US Congress over China Influence and Birthright Citizenship Proposals

A Congressional hearing on China's influence sparked intense exchanges over birthright citizenship and racial bias, highlighting tensions between national security and ethnic discrimination concerns.