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Rising Concerns: Over Half of Americans Fear AI's Growing Environmental Toll

Rising Concerns: Over Half of Americans Fear AI's Growing Environmental Toll

A new survey shows that 53 percent of Americans are concerned about the environmental impact of artificial intelligence, driven by worries over local data centres, electricity prices, and water usage.

Al Jazeera English|September 16, 2026
Nvidia Brings Its Flagship AI Conference Back to Washington Amid Shifting Political Tides

Nvidia Brings Its Flagship AI Conference Back to Washington Amid Shifting Political Tides

Nvidia is bringing its flagship GTC conference back to Washington amid growing public concern and political debate over the future of artificial intelligence.

The National|September 16, 2026
Unlikely Allies Sanders and Bannon Issue Urgent Joint Warning Over AI Dangers

Unlikely Allies Sanders and Bannon Issue Urgent Joint Warning Over AI Dangers

Political figures Bernie Sanders and Steve Bannon have formed an unexpected alliance to warn the public about the severe risks posed by artificial intelligence.

Al Jazeera English|September 16, 2026|1
Egypt and Japan Discuss Expanding Bilateral Cooperation to Strengthen Teacher Training and Education

Egypt and Japan Discuss Expanding Bilateral Cooperation to Strengthen Teacher Training and Education

Minister of Education and Technical Education Mohamed Abdel Latif and Japanese Ambassador to Egypt Iwai Fumio met to discuss strengthening educational cooperation and expanding teacher training initiatives.

Egypt Independent|September 16, 2026|1
Ransomware Attacks Surge Across the Gulf as Organised Cyber Criminals Target Middle East Businesses

Ransomware Attacks Surge Across the Gulf as Organised Cyber Criminals Target Middle East Businesses

Ransomware attacks across the Middle East have surged dramatically as organised criminal groups increasingly target businesses and vital infrastructure in Gulf nations.

The National|September 16, 2026|1
Anthropic CEO Expresses Surprise at the Rapid Pace of Global Artificial Intelligence Growth

Anthropic CEO Expresses Surprise at the Rapid Pace of Global Artificial Intelligence Growth

The Anthropic CEO shares surprise regarding the unprecedented speed of global AI growth in a brief video segment.

Al Jazeera English|September 16, 2026
Bernie Sanders Demands Urgent AI Safety Regulations Amid Rapid Technological Advancement

Bernie Sanders Demands Urgent AI Safety Regulations Amid Rapid Technological Advancement

US Senator Bernie Sanders called for urgent AI safety regulations during the Pro-Human Assembly, warning of risks to jobs, surveillance, and youth safety.

The National|September 15, 2026
Bernie Sanders Demands Urgent AI Safety Regulations to Prevent Job Losses and Surveillance

Bernie Sanders Demands Urgent AI Safety Regulations to Prevent Job Losses and Surveillance

US Senator Bernie Sanders warned that rapid artificial intelligence advances could cause severe job disruptions and surveillance, calling for urgent safety regulations and a temporary pause on super-intelligence development.

The National|September 15, 2026
UAE Cyber Security Chief Reveals Hacker Demanded Over $5 Million in Private Firm Extortion Attempt

UAE Cyber Security Chief Reveals Hacker Demanded Over $5 Million in Private Firm Extortion Attempt

The UAE's cyber security chief, Dr Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, disclosed that a hacker demanded a $5 million ransom after breaching a private company. Speaking at the Arab Media Summit in Dubai, he also highlighted growing concerns over AI-driven threats and fifth-generation warfare.

The National|September 15, 2026|1
UAE's Space42 and Viasat Launch Equatys to Pioneer Affordable Global Satellite Phone Coverage

UAE's Space42 and Viasat Launch Equatys to Pioneer Affordable Global Satellite Phone Coverage

Space42 and Viasat have committed $1 billion to launch Equatys, a shared infrastructure platform designed to provide affordable direct-to-device mobile satellite coverage globally.

The National|September 15, 2026
Amazon Web Services Permanently Abandons Bahrain and UAE Data Zones Following Iranian Attacks

Amazon Web Services Permanently Abandons Bahrain and UAE Data Zones Following Iranian Attacks

Amazon Web Services has announced it cannot restore operations at damaged data zones in Bahrain and the UAE following Iranian attacks, advising customers to migrate to alternative regions.

The National|September 15, 2026|1
UK, US, and Dutch Agencies Warn Iran is Using Spyware to Target Dissidents Abroad

UK, US, and Dutch Agencies Warn Iran is Using Spyware to Target Dissidents Abroad

Intelligence agencies from the UK, US, and the Netherlands have warned that Iranian government spyware is targeting dissidents, journalists, and activists on messaging platforms.

The National|September 15, 2026|1
Bipartisan Leaders Gather at Washington Summit as Donald Trump Dismisses AI Safety Concerns as a 'Hoax'

Bipartisan Leaders Gather at Washington Summit as Donald Trump Dismisses AI Safety Concerns as a 'Hoax'

Lawmakers and experts gathered at a Washington summit to demand AI regulations, while US President Donald Trump dismissed safety warnings as a hoax.

The National|September 15, 2026
UAE Minister Warns of Dual Threat from Iranian Missiles and AI-Powered Misinformation

UAE Minister Warns of Dual Threat from Iranian Missiles and AI-Powered Misinformation

UAE Minister of State Noura Al Kaabi warned at the Arab Media Summit in Dubai that Iranian attacks extend beyond physical strikes to include AI-driven misinformation and fake news.

The National|September 15, 2026|1
UAE Schools Gear Up for Under-15s Social Media Ban with Enhanced Digital Safety Programs

UAE Schools Gear Up for Under-15s Social Media Ban with Enhanced Digital Safety Programs

UAE schools are preparing students for upcoming under-15 social media restrictions by emphasizing digital safety, responsible online behavior, and managing screen time in partnership with parents.

The National|September 15, 2026|1
Trump Rejects AI Slowdown to Counter China as Beijing Proposes Open Collaboration

Trump Rejects AI Slowdown to Counter China as Beijing Proposes Open Collaboration

US President Donald Trump has rejected calls to slow down artificial intelligence development in order to maintain a lead over China, while Beijing advocates for open source collaboration amid escalating superpower tensions.

Egypt Independent|September 15, 2026|1
Trump Interrupts Nvidia CEO Call to Dismiss AI Fears as a Hoax

Trump Interrupts Nvidia CEO Call to Dismiss AI Fears as a Hoax

Trump interrupted Nvidia CEO during a call to declare that concerns surrounding artificial intelligence are a hoax.

Al Jazeera English|September 15, 2026|1
Gates Foundation Praises UAE's AI Vision and Agricultural Tech Initiatives in New Report

Gates Foundation Praises UAE's AI Vision and Agricultural Tech Initiatives in New Report

The Gates Foundation has praised the UAE's leadership in artificial intelligence and agricultural technology, announcing major investments to ensure AI benefits lower-income economies globally.

The National|September 15, 2026|1
How the Convergence of Electrification and Digitalisation is Transforming Middle East Infrastructure

How the Convergence of Electrification and Digitalisation is Transforming Middle East Infrastructure

Amel Chadli of Schneider Electric discusses how merging electrification with digitalisation is driving efficiency, resilience, and sustainability across Middle East infrastructure.

The National|September 15, 2026
Elon Musk’s X Corp and SpaceXAI Drop Antitrust Lawsuit Against Apple

Elon Musk’s X Corp and SpaceXAI Drop Antitrust Lawsuit Against Apple

Elon Musk’s X Corp and SpaceXAI have voluntarily dismissed their antitrust lawsuit against Apple, though legal claims against OpenAI will continue.

Al Jazeera English|September 14, 2026|1