Trump signs an executive order that invites vetting of top AI models for national security risks
President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order on oversight of artificial intelligence, less than two weeks after postponing a White House ceremony over his concerns that a similar policy could dull America’s edge on AI technology. It was not immediately clear to what extent the order signed Tuesday differed from the one he declined to sign on May 21. The order establishes a framework to vet the national security risks of the most advanced AI systems for up to a month before their public release. The government will be able to work with trusted partners “to promote secure innovation and strengthen the cybersecurity of critical infrastructure,” the order says.
How a carjacking in Connecticut led back to a man known as the crypto ‘Godfather’ in California
A California man known as the crypto “Godfather” has admitted to playing a key role in a botched Connecticut kidnapping nearly two years ago. Adam Iza pleaded guilty Monday in federal court in Bridgeport, Connecticut, to a robbery charge. Prosecutors say Iza helped orchestrate the abduction of a married couple in Danbury in 2024 in an effort to get ransom from their son, who was involved in the theft of $245 million worth of Bitcoin a week earlier. Messages were left with Iza's lawyer. In California, Iza also has pleaded guilty to using off-duty Los Angeles County sheriff's deputies as his personal enforcers against business rivals and other people.
'Love my woke pope': Why Leo's first encyclical went viral and how it speaks to his papal approach
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Pope Leo XIV has issued a manifesto calling for robust regulation of artificial intelligence. His first encyclical, “Magnifica Humanitas,” has sparked widespread online reactions. Many young people appreciate his stance, seeing few leaders addressing AI's rapid rise. Leo, the first U.S.-born pope, often engages with contemporary culture. He recently participated in a viral meme and wore Nike sneakers under his vestments. His approach reflects the modernizing reforms of the Second Vatican Council. Leo's engagement comes at a crucial time for the Catholic Church, as it reckons with past abuses.
Israel's weapons exports reach a record high with sales doubling in the past 5 years
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israel's weapons exports reached a record high of over $19 billion last year, marking a 30% increase from 2024, according to Israel's Defense Ministry. More than half of 2025’s sales were mega-deals valued at $100 million or more. Sales have more than doubled in the last five years, despite criticism of Israel’s conduct in conflicts with Gaza, Hezbollah, and Iran. Experts say governments are drawn to Israel's battle-tested weapons. Defense Minister Israel Katz says the figures reinforce Israel's position as a leading defense technology power. The Defense Ministry plans to prioritize innovation in drone defense.
Anthropic races toward a Wall Street debut with a confidential SEC filing
Artificial intelligence company Anthropic is moving toward going public on Wall Street, the latest chapter in its meteoric rise from a little-known research laboratory to one of the leading AI companies valued at $965 billion. Anthropic said Monday it has submitted a confidential filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for a proposed initial public offering of its common stock. Anthropic said last week it had raised $65 billion in private funding that will push its valuation to $965 billion, a whopping number that makes the five-year-old maker of the Claude chatbot one of the world’s most valuable startups.
Florida sues OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, claiming company concealed serious risks of ChatGPT
MIAMI (AP) — The state of Florida has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, claiming the company knowingly released and aggressively marketed ChatGPT to the public while concealing serious risks. Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said Monday that the company suppressed internal safety warnings and deceived users about the true nature and dangers of the product. The lawsuit mentioned two recent criminal cases in which the suspects allegedly used OpenAI to plan the attacks. OpenAI says its models repeatedly encouraged the individuals to seek real-world support, including from mental health professionals. The company also says it has cooperated with law enforcement in both cases.
Nvidia bets on AI personal computers with new 'superchip' powering Windows laptops
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Nvidia has unveiled powerful new chips to bring advanced artificial intelligence to Windows laptops and desktops. These superchips will be powering new personal computer models from brands like Microsoft and Dell, and are set to roll out in the fall of this year, according to Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. Huang spoke at the annual Nvidia GTC conference in Taipei on Monday. Nvidia and Microsoft are aiming to reinvent the personal computer, he said, and the new laptops and desktops will be able to run AI agents locally. Analysts say Nvidia's move could revolutionize the PC market, drive AI applications at home, and offer more choices for consumers.
Young and unemployed? Remote work, not AI, may be the problem, study finds
WASHINGTON (AP) — The rise of remote work since the pandemic has made businesses more reluctant to hire young, inexperienced workers and is the key driver of higher unemployment rates for recent college graduates, a study released Monday has found. The study concludes that businesses are reluctant to hire new college grads into remote work because it is harder to train and mentor them when they are working remotely. The authors of the study calculate that remote work is responsible for nearly two-thirds of the rise in the unemployment rate for young college graduates since the pandemic.
Blue Origin says rocket explosion spared fuel tanks and key launch pad parts
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin says last week's rocket explosion spared fuel tanks and some other critical parts of the launch pad. The company's massive New Glenn rocket blew up during an engine-firing test at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. A lightning tower and the transporter-erector used to move and hoist the rocket were destroyed in the blast that sent shock waves across the state. Blue Origin says the water tank at the pad is fine, and the tower still standing can be repaired in place. CEO Dave Limp said Tuesday that the company can be back launching by year's end.
As the Pentagon pushes for battlefield AI, some military leaders urge caution
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Trump administration is pushing to use artificial intelligence in the U.S. military even as it faces calls for caution from some companies and military leaders. Adm. Frank Bradley of U.S. Special Operations Command emphasized in recent remarks at a conference in Florida that troops “have to be very careful" about use of AI when it comes to deadly strikes. He says he can see a future where AI determines what targets to hit but that humans have to ensure that it would “deliver violence only where we intend it to be delivered.” Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is pushing for rapid AI integration, clashing with Anthropic over safety concerns.
