Britain cracks down on non-consensual AI deepfakes this week
Britain enforces a new law this week under the Online Safety Act, making non-consensual AI deepfake intimate images a criminal offense after Grok AI misuse sparks an Ofcom probe.
Powell Slams Trump Probe as Threat to Fed Independence
Fed Chair Jerome Powell blasts the Trump administration’s criminal probe as a ‘pretext’ to sway interest rates. Former Fed chiefs and GOP leaders warn it endangers U.S. central bank independence.
US State Department Revokes Over 100K Visas in Year of Heightened Scrutiny
Since President Trump took office nearly a year ago, the U.S. State Department has revoked over 100,000 visas amid tightened checks on travelers and students.
Pentagon Welcomes Grok AI Chatbot to Its Networks
Elon Musk’s Grok AI chatbot joins GenAI.mil alongside Google’s AI, integrating into Pentagon networks this month under the US Department of War’s AI Acceleration Strategy.
Thousands Rally in Iran to Back Government Amid Unrest
On Jan. 12, tens of thousands rallied across Iran in pro-government demonstrations. Officials claim control, accuse the U.S. of fueling unrest after economic protests turned violent.
Trump Imposes 25% Tariff on Nations Trading with Iran
President Trump announces a 25% tariff on any country trading with Iran, marking a sharp economic escalation and raising global market concerns.
Doubts Rise Over US Christmas Day Airstrike in Nigeria
After US airstrikes in Nigeria on Christmas Day 2025, officials cite ISIS militants, but experts doubt their presence. What really happened?
CES 2026’s Robot Baristas: Brewing Up the Future of Service
CES 2026 showcased robot baristas like Xbot’s AI brewmasters, serving coffee fast, personalized, and round-the-clock. This tech could redefine how we think about customer service.
5 Cool Tech Finds at CES 2026
From foldable screens to home helper robots, check out 5 of the coolest gadgets we spotted at CES 2026.
Uganda Gears Up for Thursday Vote: 50,000 Polling Stations Ready
Uganda is set for its Jan 15, 2026 vote with 50,000+ polling stations ready. President Museveni and Bobi Wine make final appeals as citizens prepare to cast their ballots.