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A METR analysis suggests that artificial intelligence could be responsible for 80% of the current acceleration in its progress; Anthropic models would have evolved 1.9 times faster since October 2025, opening up discussions about recursive self-improvement.
Nobel laureate economist Paul Krugman cautions that rapid advancements in AI and existing software vulnerabilities could destabilize the open internet and the global economy much sooner than expected.
British actor and comedian Russell Brand has been found guilty of rape and three counts of sexual assault involving four women, with prosecutors describing him as a predatory sexual offender. Sentencing is scheduled for early next week.
Authorities discovered over 3,000 tarantulas in the suitcases of three tourists at an airport, as part of an operation triggered by an anonymous tip.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni calls on the EU for a single representative and a clear mandate for negotiations with Russia, criticizing the parallel dialogue between the US and Ukraine.
Otopeni Airport entered an alert state on Thursday after a Wizz Air flight from Milan was flagged with a bomb threat; 189 people were to disembark, and air traffic continued normally.
The US currency drops to its lowest level since September, while gold reaches records, fueled by the prospect of a Democratic-controlled Congress and expectations regarding monetary policies.
The French government anticipates a general strike and massive protests, citing strict law enforcement measures. The Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs is contacting citizens to ensure safety and operational information during the mobilization.
The United Torah Judaism party abstains, boosting Eisenkot's chances, who has already received the support of Ra'am, in forming a majority government.
Tesla and SpaceX shares drop after Democratic victory in midterm elections; Elon Musk faces potential legislative probes and hurdles for data centers.
Opiates in the Ukrainian bond market have registered significant increases after midterm election results in the US indicated a clear majority for Democrats, a scenario that improves prospects for the continuation of Washington's military and financial support for Kyiv.
Volodymyr Zelensky awarded the First Lady of the United States the highest distinction for mediation efforts that led to a humanitarian ceasefire in Oleshky, amid geopolitical tensions and US elections.
