Nuclear war and malicious use of AI threaten end of humanity by 2100, says Lancet assessment
A Lancet report identifies nuclear war and AI misuse as top threats to humanity by 2100, while proposing actionable solutions.
The GuardianKat Lay
AI news — 2026-10-10.
The preserved daily edition for 2026-10-10. Stories are grouped by their publication day in Seattle time (Pacific).
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Satya Nadella says we should assume all AI models are ‘compromised’
Microsoft's CEO, Satya Nadella, urges caution with AI, suggesting all models may be compromised and calling for a halt on advancements.
The VergeTerrence O'Brien
Microsoft’s Satya Nadella says AI models need an ‘emergency brake’ | TechCrunch
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella advocates for safety measures in AI, including an 'emergency brake' to ensure control and trust.
TechCrunchAnthony Ha
Apple discloses deal to hire team and license tech from personalized podcast startup Huxe | TechCrunch
Apple is hiring talent from Huxe, a startup focused on personalized audio, potentially expanding into AI-generated podcasts.
TechCrunchAnthony Ha
Black Box: The Chatbots | The Line | Ep 5 - podcast
This podcast episode explores the multifaceted role of AI chatbots in human interactions, questioning ethical boundaries.
The GuardianMichael Safi, George McDonagh, Alex Atack, Rudi Zygadlo, Joshua Kelly
Anthropic is cutting off its internal evaluations from the internet
Anthropic is disabling internet access for its AI agents during tests to avoid unintended consequences.
The VergeTerrence O'Brien
Here are the top AI agents that can live in your text messages | TechCrunch
TechCrunch highlights various AI agents integrated into messaging platforms, enhancing task management and communication without the need for additional apps.
TechCrunchLauren Forristal
AI agent makers are promising privacy — will they deliver?
AI developers like Meta and OpenAI claim their agents prioritize user privacy, raising skepticism about their actual performance.
The VergeHayden Field
UK must not be beholden to foreign AI, says head of Alan Turing Institute
The UK must enhance its AI capabilities to ensure national resilience, avoiding dependence on foreign systems, says the Alan Turing Institute head.
The GuardianDan Milmo
Jon Davis on job titles in the age of AI – cartoon
Jon Davis explores the evolving significance of job titles in the context of AI through illustration.
The GuardianJon Davis