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Debate over AI development pace and safety regulation

Cohere CEO Aidan Gomez criticizes proposals to slow AI development, arguing it entrenches Silicon Valley dominance. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei advocates for slowing development to allow risk prevention strategies to catch up. Gomez calls for international frameworks and independent testing rather than industry-led self-regulation.

Aidan Gomez (Cohere), Dario Amodei (Anthropic)·September 13, 2026

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Nvidia's Multi-Frame Generation feature performance on RTX 4000 series

Multi-Frame Generation (MFG) was intended as an RTX 5000 exclusive feature. Modders have successfully enabled MFG on RTX 4000 series cards. Performance gains are significant, though latency increases with the number of generated frames.

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September 2026

MULTIPLE REPORTS·Tech

Blizzard announces 'World of Warcraft: Forever'

Blizzard introduces 'World of Warcraft: Forever', a new persistent version of the MMORPG. The game combines original 2004 design principles with modern technology and new content. Launch is scheduled for November 5, 2026, with a beta starting September 17, 2026.

Blizzard Entertainment·November 5, 2026

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OpenAI faces controversy over Navier-Stokes problem solution

OpenAI announced a solution to the Navier-Stokes problem using 10,000 AI agents. Researchers allege OpenAI used their work without credit and potentially accessed private session data. OpenAI denies accessing specific user data but cannot rule out indirect influence.

OpenAI, Tristan Buckmaster, Levent Alpöge·September 8, 2026

MULTIPLE REPORTS·Tech

New molecular-level refining process for oil and plastics

A new molecular-level process could replace traditional energy-intensive distillation. The technology aims to reduce production costs and emissions while increasing product value.

Researchers·September 2026

MULTIPLE REPORTS·Business

Global Bond Markets React to Rising US Interest Rates and Fiscal Concerns

Global long-term interest rates are rising, with 10-year US Treasury yields exceeding 5%. German bond yields reached their highest level since 2008 at 3.5%. Concerns over inflation, rising national debt, and US fiscal policy are driving market nervousness. Donald Trump's campaign promise of a $5,000 bonus for citizens has raised fears of fiscal instability.

Donald Trump, US Treasury, Global Bond Markets·September 2026

MULTIPLE REPORTS·Tech

Concerns Over AI Safety and Superintelligence

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei warns of existential risks from AI. Debate continues regarding the potential for super-AI to cause harm and the lack of oversight by developers.

Dario Amodei, Anthropic, OpenAI·September 2026

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Anthropic CEO proposes AI development slowdown

Dario Amodei proposed a three-step plan to slow down AI development. The plan includes external safety evaluations and international cooperation. Concerns include recursive self-improvement and rogue AI behavior.

Dario Amodei, Anthropic·September 2026

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Anthropic report on AI misuse and US government crackdown on illicit marketplaces

Anthropic released a report documenting the exploitation of its AI, Claude, for cybercrime and bioweapon development. The US government seized the illicit marketplace 'Xinbi' and sanctioned its operations. Meta faces scrutiny over AI-generated child abuse content on its platforms.

Anthropic, US Department of Justice, Meta·September 2026

MULTIPLE REPORTS·Politics

BRICS leaders adopt joint declaration on Mideast crisis

BRICS leaders unanimously adopted a joint declaration regarding the Iran war. The declaration calls for 'maximum restraint'. This marks a breakthrough for the bloc after previous failures to issue collective documents.

BRICS leaders·September 12, 2026

MULTIPLE REPORTS·Politics

BRICS summit outcomes: Trade, AI, and Middle East diplomacy

BRICS members agreed to expand trade and payments in local currencies. Xi Jinping proposed an 'AI-empowered new industrialisation' initiative. The bloc aims to play a role in Middle East peace.

BRICS members, Xi Jinping·September 12, 2026

MULTIPLE REPORTS·Business

BRICS Influence in Global Energy Markets

BRICS members account for 41-47% of global crude oil production. The inclusion of major producers like Russia, Saudi Arabia, Iran, and the UAE strengthens the bloc's energy profile. Internal differences among members hinder the formation of a unified energy policy.

BRICS Member Nations·September 2026

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