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EU bans AI deepfake nudes after Grok scandal: new rules prohibit non-consensual sexual images, effective December 2026. High-risk AI rules delayed to 2027-2028.
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EU bans AI deepfake nudes after Grok scandal: new rules prohibit non-consensual sexual images, effective December 2026. High-risk AI rules delayed to 2027-2028.
EU bans AI deepfake nudes after Grok scandal: new rules prohibit non-consensual sexual images, effective December 2026. High-risk AI rules delayed to 2027-2028.
China controls 90% of rare earth processing. In 2026, the U.S., EU, and G7 race to build alternative supply chains amid export controls, price spikes, and $30B in Western investments. Can they meet 2030 net-zero and defense targets?
Google proposes changes to news search rankings to avoid a new EU antitrust fine. The European Commission investigates alleged demotion of news sites with commercial partners.
Russia faces growing fear as Ukraine strikes deeper into its territory. Internet blackouts, bank runs, and Putin's bunker retreat signal a shift in the war. Europe's role expands as the US wanes. Expert analysis from HCSS.
New research reveals AEX companies like Shell and Heineken cost society more than they earn. The futureproofing ratio shows Philips leads with 4.86x societal value.
The Green Party UK is surging in 2026 local elections, challenging Labour and Conservatives. Under leader Zack Polanski, the left-wing party has tripled membership and tied Labour in national polls, signaling an end to the two-party system.
At least 16 killed as bus collides head-on with fuel tanker on Trans-Sumatra Highway in South Sumatra, Indonesia. Four survivors hospitalized with severe burns. Investigation underway.
A federal judge released Jeffrey Epstein's purported suicide note after years of secrecy. The note reads 'It is a treat to be able to choose one's time to say goodbye.' Read the full story.
Israel struck Beirut for the first time since the April 2026 ceasefire, killing Hezbollah Radwan Force commander Malek Ballout. The attack threatens to unravel the fragile truce as regional tensions escalate.
The Strait of Hormuz closure since Feb 2026 has removed 10M barrels/day, sending Brent above $128. With global debt over $100 trillion and 32M at risk of poverty, this analysis examines the cascading financial stability test.
China's 2026 export controls on rare earths triggered sixfold price spikes and cut EU licensing below 25%. The U.S. launched FORGE and Project Vault ($12B reserve) to counter dependency. Analysis of the West's 12-18 month window for supply chain independence.
With India chairing BRICS in 2026, the launch of BRICS Pay — a CBDC-based system bypassing SWIFT — and the dollar's reserve share falling to 56%, this article examines whether de-dollarization has reached a tipping point.
China controls 90% of rare earth processing. In 2026, the U.S., EU, and G7 race to build alternative supply chains...
The Strait of Hormuz closure since Feb 2026 has removed 10M barrels/day, sending Brent above $128. With global debt...
China's 2026 export controls on rare earths triggered sixfold price spikes and cut EU licensing below 25%. The U.S....
With India chairing BRICS in 2026, the launch of BRICS Pay — a CBDC-based system bypassing SWIFT — and the dollar's...
US dollar reserve share falls to 56.8% in 2026 as BRICS builds parallel financial infrastructure. CIPS, The Unit,...
The 2026 Strait of Hormuz closure is the largest oil supply disruption in history, sending prices to $126/barrel....
In 2026, the US launched FORGE with 54 nations and $30B in critical...
In 2026, the U.S. launched Project Vault ($12B reserve) while China...
China controls 90% of rare earth processing while the US and EU...
Greens narrowly defeat CDU 30.3% to 29.7% in Baden-Württemberg's...
Germany's AfD party faces major nepotism scandal with MP Jan Wenzel...
Reform UK attracts Conservative defectors including Robert Jenrick,...
On August 2, 2026, the EU AI Act becomes fully enforceable with...
The EU AI Act's August 2, 2026 deadline for high-risk AI systems is...
Siemens warns EU AI regulations threaten €1B investment, urging...
Central banks worldwide are selling gold reserves due to Iran war...
France repatriated $15.1B gold from US vaults in 2025 while Poland...
China's central bank continues gold purchases for strategic...
Jeffrey Epstein's possible suicide note has been sealed in a NY...
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick faces bipartisan resignation calls...
President Trump signs bill requiring Justice Department to release...
EU launches fresh antitrust investigation into Google's advertising...
EU launches antitrust probe into Google's AI search tools over...
EU fines Google €3 billion for antitrust violations in online...