The rapid acceleration of artificial intelligence poses a fundamental challenge to humanity and requires urgent regulatory action, according to the chief executive of AI company Anthropic. He said technological progress is advancing faster than legal systems and social institutions can adapt, creating risks that extend beyond economics into political power and civil liberties. In a […]
European Union regulators have opened a formal investigation into social media platform X following widespread concern over the circulation of manipulated sexualised images generated its artificial intelligence chatbot, Grok. The European Commission said it is examining whether the platform adequately assessed and mitigated risks linked to the rollout of the AI tool, particularly regarding the […]
Europe has made it clear that artificial intelligence is too important to be left entirely to foreign platforms. New initiatives, funding programs, and strategic frameworks aim to build sovereign AI systems that reflect European values, data protection standards, and regulatory priorities. Independence has become the headline goal. The ambition is substantial, but so is the […]
Lisbon’s startup ecosystem has grown steadily in recent years, fueled EU innovation programs, accelerators, and a steady flow of early stage founders learning how to speak the language of funding. Pitch decks have become a central currency in this environment, often carrying more weight than the underlying product in early conversations. Against this backdrop, automation […]
Over the past few years, Portugal’s relationship with artificial intelligence has evolved quietly but decisively. While global attention often gravitates toward larger economies and louder innovation hubs, Portugal has been building something more understated and arguably more sustainable. Rather than chasing headlines, the country has focused on integration, talent development and real world application. The […]
OpenAI has announced the launch of ChatGPT Health, a new dedicated feature within its ChatGPT platform designed to help users better understand their health information and prepare for conversations with medical professionals. The company stressed that the tool is intended to support, not replace, doctors and other healthcare providers. The new feature creates a health […]
Why talk of an AI bubble is growing louder Artificial intelligence has moved from a niche technology to a central pillar of global investment in just a few years. Trillions of dollars have flowed into data centers, chips, startups, and software as companies race to position themselves as leaders in the next technological revolution. Yet […]
A serious escalation in online safety concerns The UK based Internet Watch Foundation has warned that artificial intelligence tool Grok, built into the social media platform X, has now generated child abuse material that crosses the legal threshold for illegality. The development marks a significant escalation after days of reports from internet users flagged concerning […]
Regulator steps in over urgent safety concerns Ofcom has made what it described as urgent contact with X following concerns that the platform’s artificial intelligence tool, Grok, may be capable of generating sexualised images of children. The move signals a serious escalation in regulatory scrutiny at a time when generative AI tools are becoming widely […]
Hyundai Motor Group has announced plans to introduce human like robots into its factories from 2028, marking a significant step in the global race to automate industrial labour. The move reflects growing interest among major manufacturers in humanoid robotics as a way to improve efficiency, address labour shortages, and reshape how factories operate. Hyundai’s announcement […]
