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Gates Foundation puts $1B to reduce social inequity in AI
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Gates Foundation puts $1B to reduce social inequity in AI

Bill Gates is warning technology companies and world leaders that they must act now to ensure artificial intelligence combats social inequities. His foundation is also pledging $1 billion intended to improve AI access. The appeal comes as part of the Gates Fo…

The News Flicker·September 15, 2026

Trump dismisses idea of new AI guardrails
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Trump dismisses idea of new AI guardrails

President Donald Trump says he is a sufficient guardrail against rogue artificial intelligence, claiming that any efforts to limit the technology are part of a “SICK conspiracy.” The president specifically said on social media on Monday that the administratio…

The News Flicker·September 14, 2026

AI industry debate: Could advanced models escape human control?
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AI industry debate: Could advanced models escape human control?

New warnings from the artificial-intelligence industry have revived debate over whether advanced AI models could escape human control and threaten humanity. The CEO of Anthropic suggests the industry should slow down developing the technology and put more saf…

The News Flicker·September 14, 2026

Trump downplays the need to check AI development
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Trump downplays the need to check AI development

President Donald Trump is playing down the need for his administration to check the development of artificial intelligence. He says he's worried about ceding America’s edge over China in a global competition and that winning would help address the risks from …

The News Flicker·September 13, 2026

Apple Store Down Ahead of iPhone 18 Pro Pre-Orders
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Apple Store Down Ahead of iPhone 18 Pro Pre-Orders

Apple's online store is down ahead of iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max pre-orders, which begin at 5:00 a.m. Pacific Time on Saturday, September 12. "Be right back," reads the Apple Store's message when visiting the U.S. website. "We're making updates…

The News Flicker·September 12, 2026