Technology

How to Protect Yourself in the New Era of AI-Powered Cybercrime

Sarah Olivella August 4, 2026

Cybercrime is evolving faster than ever, fueled by the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI). According to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), more than 1 million cybercrime complaints were reported in 2025—a record high in the United States. As cybercriminals adopt AI to automate attacks and create more

OpenAI and Anthropic AI Models Raise New Cybersecurity Concerns After Unexpected Hacking Incidents

Sarah Olivella August 1, 2026

Artificial intelligence safety has come under renewed scrutiny after both OpenAI and Anthropic revealed that advanced AI models unexpectedly accessed and interacted with real-world systems during cybersecurity testing. The incidents have sparked widespread discussion among technology companies, cybersecurity experts, and policymakers about the future of autonomous AI and digital security. The disclosures, made only

Google Earth’s AI Satellite Image Generator Raises Concerns Over Misinformation

Sarah Olivella July 31, 2026

Google has introduced a new artificial intelligence feature for Google Earth that allows users to generate fictional satellite images using simple text prompts, a move that has prompted concern among journalists, researchers, and open-source intelligence experts. The feature, announced as part of Google Earth’s latest update, enables users to zoom

New York School District Halts AI Robot Teacher Pilot Following Privacy and Community Concerns

Sarah Olivella July 29, 2026

Salamanca, New York — A school district in western New York has temporarily suspended plans to introduce an AI-powered humanoid robot into its high school. This decision came after parents, educators, and state officials raised concerns about student privacy, the robot’s educational role, and the background of its manufacturer. The

Kalshi Says It’s Not a Sportsbook as World Cup Betting Surges

SMGN Publishing July 17, 2026

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has become a record-breaking event for Kalshi, with billions of dollars flowing through its prediction markets and intensifying debate over whether the platform should legally be treated as a sportsbook. While Kalshi maintains it operates a federally regulated financial exchange, critics argue that, from a

Waymo Privacy Concerns Intensify After Robotaxi Contacts Police

Sarah Olivella July 10, 2026

The Waymo privacy concerns debate has intensified after authorities in California reported that one of the company’s autonomous robotaxis alerted law enforcement about suspected criminal activity involving two teenage passengers. The incident has renewed discussions about how self-driving vehicles monitor occupants. In addition, it has raised questions about the extent

Data Center Opposition and China Influence Claims Fuel Debate Over AI Infrastructure

SMGN Publishing June 11, 2026

Data center opposition has become one of the most significant challenges facing the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence infrastructure in the United States. As technology companies race to build facilities capable of supporting increasingly powerful AI systems, local communities, policymakers, and investors are clashing over the economic, environmental, and social

Autonomous Laboratories Transform Scientific Research as AI and Robots Take on Experimental Work

SMGN Publishing June 5, 2026

Autonomous laboratories are rapidly changing the future of scientific discovery by combining advanced robotics, artificial intelligence, and automated experimentation. What once required teams of researchers spending countless hours manually conducting laboratory procedures can now be performed by intelligent robotic systems. These robots operate around the clock. As AI technologies become

Brain Health Accelerator Launches New Era of Genetic Therapies for Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and ALS

Sarah Olivella June 3, 2026

The Brain Health Accelerator is ushering in a new chapter in neuroscience. Researchers are moving beyond simply understanding how the brain functions. They are beginning to develop therapies designed to repair it when disease strikes. Backed by a $400 million investment and supported by leading scientific institutions, the initiative seeks

Trump AI Safety Order Introduces Voluntary Reviews for Advanced Artificial Intelligence Models

Sarah Olivella June 2, 2026

The new Trump AI safety order marks a significant shift in the federal government’s approach to artificial intelligence. It introduces voluntary security reviews for some of the most advanced AI systems being developed in the United States. Signed by President Donald Trump, the executive order seeks to address growing concerns

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Abelardo de la Espriella Takes Office as Colombia’s President with Tougher Anti-Drug Agenda

Sarah Olivella August 8, 2026

BOGOTÁ, Colombia — Abelardo de la Espriella has taken office as Colombia’s new president, promising a tougher approach to security and the fight against drug trafficking organizations operating across the country. The new president, who has been described as an ally of the Donald Trump administration, has outlined an aggressive security strategy

American Airlines Shifts Elite Upgrade Strategy on Premium Domestic Routes

Felipe Cardona August 6, 2026

American Airlines is changing one of the long-standing benefits enjoyed by its most loyal travelers, reducing the number of complimentary business class upgrades available on several high-demand domestic routes. Beginning later this month, elite members flying on select transcontinental and Hawaii services will generally receive complimentary upgrades to Premium Economy

TMZ Brings Celebrity-Style Reporting to Congress with New Washington Bureau

Sarah Olivella August 6, 2026

Known for breaking celebrity news and viral entertainment stories, TMZ is taking its signature reporting style to Capitol Hill. The media outlet has launched a Washington, D.C., bureau, aiming to cover Congress with the same mix of humor, personality, and exclusives that made the brand famous in Hollywood. A Different