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Government report warns of AI’s potential to lead to human extinction

Published

1 year ago

March 12, 2024

Ahron Young

In a stark warning reminiscent of the nuclear arms race era, a government-commissioned report has raised concerns that the rapid development of artificial intelligence poses a significant threat to humanity.

Obtained by TIME Magazine, the report, titled “An Action Plan to Increase the Safety and Security of Advanced AI,” emphasises the critical need for immediate intervention by the U.S. government in light of the escalating risks associated with advanced AI and artificial general intelligence.

Issued by Gladstone AI Inc., the report highlights that the proliferation of advanced AI capabilities mirrors the destabilising impact witnessed during the introduction of nuclear weapons.

It underlines the pressing requirement for the U.S. government to address the escalating national security risks arising from the unchecked expansion of AI technologies.

Widespread report

The comprehensive report, developed over 13 months, engaged with over two hundred stakeholders, including representatives from the U.S. and Canadian governments, major cloud providers, AI safety organizations, as well as security and computing experts.

The proposed intervention plan outlined in the report advocates for the establishment of interim advanced AI safeguards, followed by their formalization into legislative frameworks.

These safeguards would subsequently be extended to an international level to ensure global security.

Among the suggested measures are the creation of a dedicated AI agency tasked with regulating the computing power levels at which AI operates.

Inner workings

Additionally, AI companies would be required to obtain government approval before deploying new models above specific thresholds.

The report also contemplates the possibility of restricting the dissemination of information detailing the inner workings of powerful AI models, potentially through the imposition of regulations on open-source licensing.

The report urges tighter controls on the manufacturing and export of AI chips, acknowledging the pivotal role played by hardware in the development and deployment of AI technologies.

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Apple shifts iPhone production to India by 2026

Apple plans to shift most iPhone production to India by 2026, reducing tariff risks amid geopolitical tensions.

Published

4 days ago

April 25, 2025

Ahron Young

Apple plans to shift most iPhone production to India by 2026, reducing tariff risks amid geopolitical tensions.

In Short

Apple plans to import most US iPhones from India by 2026 to minimise tariff risks and geopolitical tensions with China, doubling production to over 80 million units.

This shift follows disruptions from Covid and aims to fully source US-bound iPhones from India by next year, leveraging recent tariff exemptions.

Apple Inc. plans to import the majority of iPhones sold in the US from India by 2026 in an effort to reduce tariff risks and geopolitical tensions associated with China.

The company aims to double its annual iPhone production in India to over 80 million units, up from just over 40 million in the fiscal year ending March 2025. Apple sells more than 60 million iPhones annually in the US.

This move highlights Apple’s ongoing shift away from China, which began after Covid lockdowns disrupted production. Tariffs imposed during former President Trump’s administration and rising tensions between the US and China have further driven this strategy.

Supply chain

Earlier reports indicated that Apple intends to source all US-bound iPhones from India by the end of next year. Therefore, the focus on India’s supply chain is expected to increase significantly.

Apple assembled around $22 billion worth of iPhones in India recently, experiencing a nearly 60% production increase year-on-year. Currently, 20% of iPhones are made in India, while China remains the largest production hub.

Most iPhones in India are assembled at Foxconn’s factory, and Tata Group also plays a critical role in manufacturing. Both companies are expanding their operations in southern India.

Additionally, recent tariff exemptions for electronics may benefit Apple significantly, as iPhones made in India currently face no duties for US sales.

Tech

Musk’s bombshell announcement as Tesla profits plunge

Tesla faces 71% net income drop in Q1 2025 amid falling revenue and vehicle deliveries; expert insights in the latest Ticker episode.

Published

6 days ago

April 23, 2025

Ahron Young

Tesla faces 71% net income drop in Q1 2025 amid falling revenue and vehicle deliveries; expert insights in the latest Ticker episode.

Tesla has reported a dramatic 71% decline in net income for the first quarter of 2025, missing Wall Street expectations.

Revenue also fell 9% to $19.3 billion, largely due to slumping automotive sales in major markets like the U.S., China, and Germany.

A 13% drop in vehicle deliveries, tied in part to CEO Elon Musk’s political controversies, has investors worried.

Brad Gastwirth from Unearthing Opportunities joins us to unpack the numbers and what’s next for Tesla.

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Nvidia to build AI supercomputers in the U.S. for first time

Nvidia invests $500 billion in U.S. AI supercomputers, shifting production to Texas to strengthen supply chains and boost domestic growth amid rising tariffs and national tech pressures.

Published

2 weeks ago

April 18, 2025

Veronica Dudo

Nvidia invests $500 billion in U.S. AI supercomputers, shifting production to Texas to strengthen supply chains and boost domestic growth amid rising tariffs and national tech pressures.

Nvidia to build AI supercomputers in the U.S. for the first time — a $500 billion move that could redefine the global tech industry.

With new tariffs on imports from China and Taiwan, the chip giant is shifting production to Texas, partnering with Foxconn and Wistron.

Nvidia says the decision will strengthen its supply chain and boost domestic economic growth.

The announcement comes amid growing pressure to secure national tech infrastructure and reduce reliance on Asia. How will this impact jobs, prices, and America’s AI ambitions?

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