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AI safety requires more than just slowing our pace

Safety requirements are non-negotiable. They depend on meeting concrete goals, not just adjusting a timeline

The Guardian - US · Sep 15

Thank goodness Labour’s ‘shambolic’ plan to reorganise local councils has been paused. What was it thinking?

This misconceived Treasury pet project may have been foisted on the government, but it would have added to voters’ mistrust in politics, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee

The Guardian - UK · Sep 15

Sweden’s far right is down, but not yet out. Left and centre leaders must seize this opportunity

The danger is that other parties just channel the far right – and that will make them vulnerable. Better to fully commit to a progressive agenda, says Cas Mudde, author of The Far Right Today

The Guardian - UK · Sep 15

The Guardian view on Reform UK: crypto billionaires must be stopped from undermining democracy

Editorial: The vast sums given to Nigel Farage’s party in recent days must lead to action on political funding

The Guardian - UK · Sep 14

The Guardian view on the united Ireland debate: shifting dynamics need to be treated with caution

Editorial: Donald Trump’s blithe comments at the weekend were characteristically unhelpful. A careful and considered discussion on the subject has yet to begin

The Guardian - UK · Sep 14

AI’s Asilomar or Hiroshima? World is running out of time to decide whether to slow AI race before technology outruns human control

Concerns over AI safety echo challenges faced during earlier technological developments, including the Manhattan Project and the Asilomar Conference. Experts have warned about potential existential risks linked to the rapid advancement of AI capabilities. As countries and companies race to develop increasingly powerful systems, establishing effective oversight has become crucial.

The Economic Times · Sep 14

Semicon 2.0: Accelerating semiconductor ecosystem development for global leadership in India

India's Semicon 2.0 policy signals a move towards greater global semiconductor value chain participation. The nation must act swiftly to establish necessary infrastructure and supplier networks. Advanced packaging presents a key opportunity for India to gain market share this decade. Global collaboration is essential for building a comprehensive semiconductor ecosystem.…

The Economic Times · Sep 14

As Reform celebrates £72m in donations, tell me this: are you ready to see two rich men buy our democracy?

It’s not just that Nigel Farage claimed his movement abhorred the super-rich. It’s also the obscenity of individuals seeking so much sway over who runs the country, says Guardian columnist Owen Jones

The Guardian - UK · Sep 14

Why has university become such a scam?

Graduates are leaving with an average debt of £53,000 – while entry-level jobs plummet. It’s time for politicians to stop burying their heads in the sand, writes Zoe Williams

The Guardian - UK · Sep 14

Canada should become an EU state in all but name. Here’s how to make that a reality

From the UK to Japan, so many countries need to quickly be brought inside the European tent without the rigours of full membership, says economist Fabian Zuleeg

The Guardian - UK · Sep 14