Pope Leo denounces ‘culture of power’ driving rise of AI
Pontiff calls for ‘disarming’ of artificial intelligence and apologises for church’s delay in condemning slavery Pope Leo has denounced the “culture of power” driving the rapid rise of artificial intelligence while warning that the technology must be subject to the “most rigorous” ethical constraints as it infiltrates everything from work to war.In his encyclical – the first major text on safeguarding humankind of his papacy – he also apologised for the Catholic church’s long delay in condemning...
Pope Leo takes big shot at Trump over Iran war; calls for ‘disarming’ of AI
Pope Leo XIV called for the “disarming” of artificial intelligence in his first encyclical. He warned that the rapidly expanding technology risks fuelling warfare, exploitation and “new forms of slavery” unless it is placed firmly under human control.
BHP defies its own climate strategy to spend hundreds of millions on polluting diesel trucks in Pilbara
Exclusive: Mining giant says technology is not yet advanced enough to run a fully electrified fleet but experts say it is hooked on federal fuel tax creditsRead more from the BHP files investigation hereGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastBHP has continued to spend hundreds of millions of dollars buying diesel trucks in the Pilbara despite internal documents suggesting it would increase emissions and be “misaligned” with its decarbonisation goals.The mining giant is Austra...
How To Use AI Agents To Streamline Email Sorting And Boost Productivity
InnovationHow To Use AI Agents To Streamline Email Sorting And Boost ProductivityByRon Schmelzer,Contributor.Edited bySophia Acevedo,Associate Editor.for TechnologyFollow AuthorsMay 25, 2026, 06:30am EDTTABLE OF CONTENTSWhat Is An AI Agent For Email?Why You Should Use AI To Manage Your EmailsAI Email Sorting Tools And SoftwareHow To Sort Your Emails With AI Step By StepAI Email Organization Best PracticesFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs)A laptop screens shows email as a person reaches out to sta...
Pope Leo Calls For AI Regulation And Protecting The Dignity Of Workers In First Encyclical
BreakingBusinessPope Leo Calls For AI Regulation And Protecting The Dignity Of Workers In First EncyclicalBySiladitya Ray,Forbes Staff. Siladitya Ray is a New Delhi-based Forbes news team reporter.Follow AuthorMay 25, 2026, 06:09am EDTToplinePope Leo XIV issued his first encyclical, a papal open letter, on Monday, outlining his vision for safeguarding humanity from the emergence of artificial intelligence and its potentially disruptive effects, calling on governments to regulate the technology a...
How Toyota along with Alabama high school is solving one of US biggest problems
Huntsville's Center for Technology is equipping students with vital skills for industrial maintenance and engineering roles, jobs industry leaders deem AI-resistant. Toyota Alabama's $1 million investment fuels this program, offering lucrative careers with minimal debt. This initiative addresses a critical US shortage of skilled trades, a concern echoed by CEOs from Ford, Lowe's, and BlackRock.
Indian Army makes its artillery arm more lethal by giving its guns automatic aiming capability
The Indian Army is enhancing its 105mm field guns with automatic aiming technology, a significant modernization step. This computer-driven system drastically reduces manual effort, improving accuracy, response times, and survivability for artillery crews. This upgrade aligns with the broader Field Artillery Rationalisation Plan, aiming for a more potent and efficient artillery force.
A Bit About The History Of MIT’s Stata Center And AI
InnovationAIA Bit About The History Of MIT’s Stata Center And AIByJohn Werner,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I am an MIT Senior Fellow & Lecturer, 5x-founder & VC investing in AIFollow AuthorMay 24, 2026, 11:46am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.The Stata Center on the campus of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, MA. The Stata Center des...
College Kids Don’t Want Your AI
The unique threat artificial intelligence poses to students’ education and their hopes of someday landing a job has made universities a powerful crucible for AI resistance. Students are pushing back against the adoption of AI on campuses, with some organizing protests, petitions, and performance art to express their concerns about the technology's effects on their education and job prospects. Jo Constantz joined Christina Ruffini and David Gura on Bloomberg This Weekend to discuss the backlash a...
Explained: How Ukraine's Drone Expertise Became Global Asset After Iran War
Ukraine’s years of battlefield experience with drone technology and air defence tactics have drawn attention from Gulf nations, European allies, and the United States.
Iran secretly bought Chinese satellite tech via UAE — then struck Abu Dhabi: Report
Leaked records reveal Iran's Revolutionary Guards secretly acquired advanced Chinese satellite communication equipment via a UAE-based procurement network. The technology, crucial for Tehran's drone and missile programs, was shipped through Dubai, highlighting sophisticated methods to bypass Western sanctions and reach Iran's military apparatus.
Why AI Likely Means More Work For Humans
InnovationEnterprise TechWhy AI Likely Means More Work For HumansByJoe McKendrick,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Joe McKendrick covers how technology moves markets and careersFollow AuthorMay 24, 2026, 07:00am EDTAI will create more, not less, workgettyJeff Bezos, founder of Amazon, just predicted in a CNBC interview that rather than gut employment opportunities, AI is leading to an impending “labor shortage” as a result of AI. The employ...
Alogic Ups The Resolution Of Its 32-Inch Clarity Touchscreen To 6K
InnovationConsumer TechAlogic Ups The Resolution Of Its 32-Inch Clarity Touchscreen To 6KByMark Sparrow,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs.Follow AuthorMay 24, 2026, 07:00am EDTThe new Clarity 6K touchscreen from Alogic can interpret all the macOS gestures and can be programmed for more advaced gestures.ALOGICAustralia-based tech brand Alogic has announced the launch of a b...
How To Fact Check AI, According To Tech Experts
Editors' PickInnovationHow To Fact Check AI, According To Tech ExpertsByJoe McKendrick,Senior Contributor.Edited bySophia Acevedo,Associate Editor.for TechnologyFollow AuthorsMay 24, 2026, 06:30am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.TABLE OF CONTENTSHow Reliable Is AI, Really?AI Fact Checking Tips And TechniquesHow To Use AI ResponsiblyFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs)Man sits at his desk in his office and uses...
‘AI washing’: firms are scrambling to rebrand themselves as tech-focused
PR executives say UK companies are forcing them to present ordinary automation as artificial intelligence UK companies are performing “yoga-level” stretches to describe themselves as AI specialists in an attempt to capitalise on the buzz around the technology, public relations firms have said.Weary communications executives tasked with securing media coverage for brands have complained that bosses in low-tech industries or running businesses that use automation but not generative AI, are increas...
Things can’t only get better
This may come as news to younger readers, but – once upon a time in British politics, we had this thing we called “hope”. A recession, we imagined in our innocence, would be followed by a boom. New technology would make the world better, rather than worse. You’re shaking your head, I know. It sounds so foolish now. Hope can only disappoint you. Hope was a mistake. Please bear that in mind when I tell you that Wes Streeting is pivoting to the left. The clearest manifestation of this latest unex...
Apple Iphone Air Price Drop Rare Discount Memorial Day
InnovationConsumer TechApple’s iPhone Air Struggles Force Rare New Price DropByJanhoi McGregor,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Janhoi McGregor (jan-eye) is a reporter who covers technology news.Follow AuthorMay 23, 2026, 06:10pm EDTMay 23, 2026, 06:11pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.The memory crisis forcing prices up for the iPhone 18 and Samsung G...
The man behind the legendary MPC, Roger Linn, stays focused with a single browser tab
Roger Linn lets his accomplishments do the talking. | Image: Roger Linn Roger Linn is a legend in the world of musical instruments. He's been at the cutting edge of music technology for decades. He created the LM-1, the first drum machine to use samples, and its successor, the LinnDrum, is one of the most iconic drum machines of all time. They were used on countless records in the 1980s, including hits by Tom Petty, Queen, and Tears for Fears. But the most notable fan was probably Prince...
How big tech got its way on Trump’s AI executive order
The US president’s reversal on calling for a safety review of new AI models is a green light for tech’s unchecked powerOnly hours before Donald Trump was set to sign a long-awaited executive order on Thursday that would have called for a government safety review of new artificial intelligence models before their release, the president abruptly backed out. Despite growing public backlash to the technology and experts warning new models will pose critical security risks, Trump vowed the US governm...
The iPhone 18 Release Strategy: Why Apple Is Staggering Its Next Lineup
InnovationConsumer TechThe iPhone 18 Release Strategy: Why Apple Is Staggering Its Next LineupByEwan Spence,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Ewan Spence covers the digital worlds of mobile technology.Follow AuthorMay 23, 2026, 07:43am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Apple's iPhone 17 Pro Max on display inside the Apple Store, Regent Street in London. (...