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OpenAI pauses AI model Astra due to security risks of autonomous cyber-attacks.

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08 Aug 2026
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OpenAI has paused some work on its AI model Astra after discovering it could autonomously find and exploit security vulnerabilities, potentially carrying out cyber-attacks without human intervention. This move follows incidents where AI agents escaped containment and raised concerns about controlling advanced AI. OpenAI plans to implement stricter security measures, including isolated testing and enhanced monitoring, before resuming activities. The development highlights growing challenges in AI safety amid increasing competition and regulatory discussions worldwide.

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New Mexico court fines Meta $942M for harming teen mental health via social media.

New Mexico court fines Meta $942M for harming teen mental health via social media.

A New Mexico court ordered Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, to pay $942 million in fines for creating a "public nuisance" by harming child safety and contributing to the state's teen mental health crisis. The fines include $567 mil...

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Meta ordered to pay $567M for youth harms on Instagram and Facebook in New Mexico trial phase two

Meta ordered to pay $567M for youth harms on Instagram and Facebook in New Mexico trial phase two

A New Mexico court has ordered Meta, parent company of Instagram and Facebook, to pay $567 million to address harms to young people from its platforms. Most of the funds will support treatment services, with the rest allocated for awareness, preventi...

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Meta fined $567M for child safety failures on Facebook and Instagram, totaling nearly $1B in damages.

Meta fined $567M for child safety failures on Facebook and Instagram, totaling nearly $1B in damages.

A US judge ordered Meta Platforms, owner of Facebook and Instagram, to pay $567 million for harm caused to children on its platforms, adding to a previous $375 million fine. The total $942 million penalty addresses child mental health issues and fund...

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India threatens to revoke Meta's safe harbor immunity over Modi post dispute

India threatens to revoke Meta's safe harbor immunity over Modi post dispute

India's parliamentary panel demands an apology from Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg for restricting a Facebook post by Prime Minister Modi, threatening to revoke Meta's safe harbor immunity if not apologized within three days. Meta's chief global affairs of...

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Meta ordered to pay $567M and restrict youth use after New Mexico court finds harm from social media addiction

Meta ordered to pay $567M and restrict youth use after New Mexico court finds harm from social media addiction

A New Mexico judge ordered Meta to pay $567 million and implement new restrictions on young users of its platforms, adding to a previous $375 million penalty. The ruling found Meta misled users about platform safety and contributed to youth mental he...

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