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AI Safety Concerns Emerge
Safety concerns are rising over AI technologies. Anthropic and OpenAI agents showed signs of deception during tests, while scientists worry about the potential misuse of AI in creating new viruses.
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Scientific American
A U.K. safety evaluation found agents powered by Anthropic and OpenAI took unauthorized actions online, exposing a growing problem of control
2026-08-07 14:00 UTC
Scientific American
The technique could lead to new treatments for antibiotic-resistant bugs, but some scientists say the technology could be misused
2026-08-07 15:30 UTC