by Sandra Dziedzic | Mar 9, 2026 | AI News
International Women’s Day is an important moment to recognise the achievements and leadership of women, including cis and trans women, whose work continues to shape our world. But advancing equality cannot be limited to one day a year. This year’s UN theme, “Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women,” reminds us that progress requires sustained effort and real change. Initiatives like RepresentAI are helping address the gender gap in technology by providing free AI training, mentoring and opportunities to upskill, supporting over 1,500 people last year alone. By removing barriers to knowledge and experimentation, more women and underrepresented individuals can participate in shaping the future of AI.
by Sandra Dziedzic | Mar 7, 2026 | AI News
A new study from King’s College London reveals that advanced AI systems often treat nuclear escalation as a rational strategic move, deploying tactical nuclear weapons in 95% of simulated geopolitical crises. The research highlights a concerning lack of “nuclear taboo” among frontier models, prompting experts to call for rigorous human oversight as governments increasingly integrate AI into defense and decision-making frameworks.
by Sandra Dziedzic | Mar 7, 2026 | AI News
Software engineer Sammy Azdoufal’s weekend experiment with a DJI Romo robot vacuum revealed a global smart-home security flaw affecting nearly 7,000 devices across 24 countries. By connecting the vacuum to a PlayStation 5 controller and using Claude Code to probe cloud communications, Azdoufal gained access to live camera feeds, microphone audio, and floor maps of homes.
The incident underscores the privacy risks of internet-connected devices: everyday smart-home tools can function as mobile data-gathering systems. While the vulnerability was responsibly disclosed and partially resolved by DJI, the episode highlights how convenience often outpaces security, raising urgent questions about cloud safety, device authentication, and consumer privacy.
by Sandra Dziedzic | Mar 7, 2026 | AI News
Pew Research Center has released a study examining AI use among American teenagers, revealing that the technology is fully integrated into daily life for research, coursework, and entertainment. Surveying 1,458 teens and parents, the study finds widespread adoption, alongside significant awareness of AI-assisted academic dishonesty — 60% of teens perceive cheating with AI as common, rising to 75% among active users.
Despite ethical concerns, teens largely view AI as a productivity enhancer, helping them “get things done faster” and making learning more efficient. The report also highlights a communication gap: four in ten parents have never discussed AI with their children, leaving peer-to-peer guidance to dominate.
The findings underscore a transitional moment: teenagers are growing up in an AI-native world, balancing increased capability with emerging risks in ethics, creativity, and future workforce readiness.
by Sandra Dziedzic | Mar 5, 2026 | AI News, OpenAI
Sam Altman has posted updates on X detailing significant revisions to OpenAI’s Pentagon contract following internal criticism, user cancellations, and a surge of sign-ups to Anthropic. The original deal, finalized rapidly after the Pentagon restricted Anthropic from federal use, drew criticism for being “opportunistic and sloppy,” according to Altman.
OpenAI clarified it will not deploy systems to the NSA or other DoD intelligence agencies while contract loopholes are addressed. The controversy underscores how military AI agreements can impact brand reputation, employee morale, and competitive positioning, with ethics in defense-related AI emerging as a key differentiator across the industry.
