National security

Trump renewed threats regarding Greenland at the NATO summit, stating the U.S. could remove troops from Europe. NATO faced a crisis earlier this year due to Trump's demand for U.S. control of Greenland on national security grounds.

Dan Jarvis, the new defence secretary, has urged Andy Burnham to increase UK defence spending from 2030 to meet a NATO target requiring £25bn more annually by the mid-next decade. Jarvis expressed confidence that Burnham values national security as he advocates for funding, likely necessitating cuts in other areas.

The aviation minister stated that the Asaba aircraft incident occurred when pilots mistakenly landed on a construction road instead of the runway, and it is now considered a national security issue.

The Spanish government is reportedly banning the use of Palantir, a US-based data firm, due to national security concerns. El Confidencial cited board members of public companies stating they have been ordered to avoid contracts with Palantir. The company, owned by Peter Thiel, holds £670m in UK contracts, including with the NHS, and faces accusations of facilitating genocide in Palestine.

The US has lifted restrictions on Anthropic's advanced AI models, including Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5, which were previously restricted due to national security concerns. OpenAI was also instructed to limit the rollout of its GPT-5.6 model to vetted partners.

Anthropic will restore global access to its most advanced AI models following the US government's removal of export restrictions imposed due to national security concerns. The decision reverses a prior restriction after the company collaborated with Washington to enhance safeguards.

Sovereign wealth funds (SWFs) are shifting investments from public markets to private credit and infrastructure to capitalize on the AI wave. This move is driven by concerns over high concentration in stock markets and national security risks.

The article discusses Nuhu Ribadu's contributions to national security, emphasizing the importance of protecting ordinary citizens. It highlights how effective security strategies ensure safety for children, farmers, traders, and communities.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham is expected to continue aspects of Keir Starmer's defense and security policy approach while introducing key differences.

The article discusses the AI bubble as an expectation bubble in national security, where institutions overestimate AI's capabilities and mistake model outputs for operational truth. It highlights the Mythos/Fable incident, where U.S. government actions forced Anthropic to restrict access to its AI systems, and warns that AI lacks judgment and accountability, risking policy errors as reliance on it grows.

The article discusses tensions between Nigeria's media and security agencies over sensitive reporting, highlighting conflicts that challenge democratic balance. It emphasizes the need for a fair equilibrium between national security and press freedom.

The article discusses how AI agents can be utilized in military organizations for coordination, administration, logistics, and judgment, emphasizing their distinction from ordinary software and the importance of safety and accountability in national security. Bill Pessin, a senior vice president at Salesforce and former U.S. Army logistics officer, shares insights on the challenges of aligning plans, systems, and personnel in military operations.

Starlink's rapid growth is transforming SpaceX into an internet and national security powerhouse as competitors challenge its leadership.

Hegseth argues that under-investment in military spending is the greatest threat to America's national security and asserts that future economic health depends on significant defense spending.

ODU’s new institute aims to strengthen national security through research and technology solutions. The institute emphasizes faculty expertise and collaborations with Hampton Roads security agencies.

Democratic Rep. Jason Crow discusses national security, and Kevin Book and Amos Hochstein break down the U.S.-Iran deal's impact on energy. Plus, CBS News' Anthony Salvanto discusses new polling on the Iran war.

Three Democratic senators are urging the Federal Communications Commission to halt a merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, citing national security risks linked to foreign investors. The senators wrote a joint letter to FCC Chairman Brendan Carr expressing concerns over the deal.

Artificial intelligence is already integrated into national security operations, including analysis, cyber defense, and mission planning. The article highlights risks such as bad data, weak access controls, and untested automation, emphasizing the need for AI assurance to mitigate operational risks in sensitive environments.

The UK Court of Appeal upheld the ban on Palestine Action as a terrorist organization, rejecting a High Court ruling that had found the ban unlawful on grounds of policy breach, proportionality, and rights infringement. Campaigners warn the decision risks authoritarianism by granting excessive executive power over national security and protest rights.

China is perceived as a threat to older Americans through drug supply chains, financial scams, and data privacy, as highlighted in a congressional hearing that labeled it a national security issue. Senator Rick Scott warned about the dependence on China's supply chains compared to past Soviet policies.

The Justice Department argues that the NAACP's suit threatens national security by seeking to cut power to a data center used by the military. Trump's DOJ is opposing the NAACP's air pollution lawsuit against Musk's xAI.

White House aides are alarmed over the possibility that classified national security conversations in the Situation Room were taped and leaked to the New York Times. Trump is demanding a criminal probe into the incident.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang emphasizes the need for new social norms to adapt to AI, advocating for its widespread use while addressing concerns about job losses and threats. He highlights AI's role in bridging technological divides and calls for government regulation and safety standards to ensure responsible development.

Umar Yakubu outlines criteria for his 2027 presidential vote, prioritizing candidates who commit to implementing 70% of a reform blueprint focused on national security and good governance without requiring new funding. The agenda emphasizes a five-year tenure and rejecting political patronage.

Trump's conflict with AI company Anthropic is escalating as the US government, citing national security concerns, has ordered the company to restrict access to its latest AI models. Anthropic officials are scheduled to meet with the White House to discuss the matter.

Iran executed Javad Zamani and Abolfazl Saedi, described as 'armed leaders of early 2026 unrest,' in Shahrud. They were convicted of Moharebeh, corruption on earth, property damage, and national security crimes.

Feng Zhang, a CRISPR expert, argues that immigration should be viewed as an economic and national security asset for science.

Kemi Badenoch demands Keir Starmer resign if he fails to honor his defense commitments. The Tory leader warns that Labour poses a significant risk to Britain's national security.

Hong Kong transport authorities will explore secure storage of ride-hailing data ahead of new August regulations to ensure national security compliance. Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan emphasized privacy and security but did not confirm if user data must be stored locally.

The House of Representatives marked its third legislative anniversary, having made decisions on state policing, national security, parliamentary leadership, and transportation safety. It also set the stage for constitutional amendment debates to resume in July.

Sen. Katie Britt stated Republicans are prepared to pursue a third budget reconciliation package if Democrats block government funding, emphasizing the need to prioritize national security, border enforcement, and military priorities. She accused Democrats of obstruction and unwillingness to cooperate, linking their actions to opposition against President Trump. Republicans are considering multiple legislative options, including shutdown-related measures, to ensure government funding and safety.

Newly released Pentagon UFO files describe a 2023 incident where a 'mother orb' reportedly released smaller objects, according to witnesses. Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb noted the event remains unexplained after an official review, raising concerns about national security and potential scientific breakthroughs if human-made explanations are ruled out.

AI company Anthropic has disabled its most advanced AI models, Fable 5 and Mythos 5, following a U.S. government order to suspend access for foreign nationals due to national security concerns.

The government ordered Anthropic to block access to Fable 5 and Mythos 5 for all foreign nations, including within the US, due to national security concerns. Anthropic complied by cutting access for all customers, stating the government provided no specific details about the security concerns and only verbal evidence of potential jailbreaks.

Anthropic will abruptly disable its most advanced AI models, Fable 5 and Mythos 5, for all users after the US government ordered the company to suspend foreign access due to national security concerns. The US government cited risks that safeguards could be bypassed, allowing the models to identify software vulnerabilities.

Anthropic will disable its most advanced AI models, Fable 5 and Mythos 5, for all users after the US government ordered a suspension of foreign access due to national security concerns. The company stated the government believes safeguards could be bypassed, risking misuse to identify software vulnerabilities.

Anthropic restricted access to powerful AI models following a US national security order. The company stated the government believes it discovered a method to bypass Fable 5, a restricted version of Mythos 5, which was withheld from public release due to its advanced capabilities.

Anthropic was ordered to block foreign nationals from accessing its advanced Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models on national security grounds.

The U.S. is blocking Anthropic's Mythos and Fable AI models due to national security concerns. Analysts warn against over-reliance on foreign technology in critical AI fields.

The U.S. government ordered Anthropic to suspend access to its advanced AI models, Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5, for foreign nationals due to national security concerns. Anthropic will 'abruptly disable' the models for all users following the 5:21 p.m. ET directive.