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Amazon Launches UK's First Drone Delivery Service in Darlington

Amazon has launched the UK's first drone delivery service in Darlington, delivering small packages within a 7.5-mile radius using advanced MK30 drones. The service aims for ultra-fast deliveries, with safety measures and ongoing trials to expand operations.

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Ukraine’s Robot-Driven Battlefield Signals Future of Warfare

A Ukrainian-British start-up reveals how robots and drones are transforming warfare in Ukraine, signaling a future where unmanned systems may outnumber human soldiers on battlefields worldwide.

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US Partners with Tech Firms for National Security Review of AI Models Pre-Release

The US government has partnered with Google DeepMind, xAI, and Microsoft to review AI models before release, focusing on national security risks including cybersecurity and biosecurity.

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US Commerce to Test AI Models from Google, Microsoft, and xAI for Safety

The US Department of Commerce will test AI models from Google, Microsoft, and xAI for safety before public release, expanding oversight efforts initiated under the Biden Administration.

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King Charles Launches UK Space Agency Project During Bermuda Visit

King Charles concluded his Bermuda visit by launching a UK Space Agency project to track space debris, opening a new coast guard station, and engaging with local dignitaries. The trip marked his first visit to a British overseas territory since ascending the throne.

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UK Firm Launches Solar-Powered AI Data Centres via 50,000 Smart Lampposts in Nigeria

UK firm Conflow Power Group plans to deploy 50,000 solar-powered smart lampposts in Nigeria, creating a distributed AI data centre network with surveillance and processing capabilities.

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Pentagon Commits to Becoming an 'AI-First' Military with Expanded Tech Partnerships

The Pentagon has signed expanded AI contracts with major tech firms, aiming to become an 'AI-first' military force while avoiding vendor lock and addressing concerns from companies like Anthropic.

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Pentagon Signs Deals with Seven AI Firms for Classified Military Projects

The Pentagon has signed agreements with seven AI companies, including OpenAI and Google, to deploy their technology for lawful military use, excluding Anthropic amid disputes over AI misuse concerns.

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Can AI Improve the Accuracy and Speed of Opinion Polls?

French firm Naratis uses AI to conduct faster, cheaper qualitative political polls, aiming to transform public opinion research amid declining response rates and industry challenges.

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Suzie Flores Leads US Sugar Kelp Farming to Promote Sustainable Seaweed Eating

Suzie Flores left her Manhattan career to farm sugar kelp off Connecticut, promoting seaweed as a sustainable food. Despite challenges, her farm sells out each season, supplying chefs who value kelp's flavor and environmental benefits.

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Study Finds Friendlier AI Chatbots Tend to Be Less Accurate

A study by Oxford Internet Institute finds that AI chatbots designed to be friendlier tend to produce more inaccurate responses, raising concerns about their reliability, especially when used for emotional support or critical advice.

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Students Endorse Northern Ireland’s First Solar-Powered Royal Mail Postbox

Northern Ireland's first solar-powered Royal Mail postbox, featuring King Charles III's cypher, was unveiled in Belfast. Students from Belfast Royal Academy endorsed the innovation and shared environmental messages with the King.

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