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Global Leaders Unite in Call for AI Safety Regulations Amid Superintelligence Concerns

A coalition of influential figures from politics, technology, and academia has endorsed a petition urging mandatory safety protocols for advanced artificial intelligence. The initiative comes amid growing concerns that rapidly evolving AI systems could surpass human cognitive abilities within years. Signatories argue that without proper safeguards, superintelligent AI could pose existential threats to humanity.

Cross-Sector Coalition Advocates for AI Safety Framework

A diverse group of public figures has joined forces to demand regulatory measures for artificial intelligence systems approaching superintelligence levels, according to reports. The petition, which has garnered signatures from unexpected allies across the political and social spectrum, represents one of the most significant collective actions addressing AI safety concerns to date.

by Bennett Laura
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Oxford Study: AI Reshaping Teen Brains, Creating Faster But Shallower Thinkers

A new Oxford University Press study finds 80% of UK teenagers use AI for schoolwork, with many reporting faster thinking but concerns about reduced depth. Researchers warn of emerging “synthetic thinkers” who process information quickly but may lack the critical analysis skills that traditional education develops.

AI Integration in Education Reaches Critical Mass

Artificial intelligence is fundamentally transforming how teenagers learn and think, according to a comprehensive new study from Oxford University Press that surveyed 2,000 UK students aged 13 to 18. The research conducted in August found that eight in 10 teenagers now regularly use AI tools for their schoolwork, with nearly as many turning to them for homework assistance.

by Ortega Rafael