YouTube Removes Pro-Iran Channel Producing Anti-Trump Videos
Google, the owners of YouTube, has removed a channel on the platform belonging to a pro-Iran group producing Lego-themed videos mocking Donald Trump.
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Swift backlash from loyalists and adversaries after Trump depicts himself as Christ
The US president's feud with the first American pope appears to have led Donald Trump to declare himself Jesus Christ in an AI-generated image on Sunday, which drew so much backlash that he deleted it by Monday.
· Middleeasteye
US losing AI drone race to Russia and China - NYT
The US has fallen behind Russia and China on the development of AI-powered drones, the New York Times has reported, citing unnamed US defense and intelligence officials.
· RT
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The US has fallen behind Russia and China in the development of AI-powered drones, the New York Times has reported, citing unnamed US defense and intelligence officials.
· RT
SoftBank taps Honda, other manufacturers for input on physical AI
SoftBank's computing platform is equipped with cutting-edge graphics processing units from Nvidia. (SoftBank)
· Staff Writer
Fujitsu aims to become AI alternative to US, China players
Fujitsu President Takahito Tokita wants the company to be a global standard-setter in the tech industry. (Source photos by Nikkei)
· Staff Writer
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· The Associated Press
[Lim Woong] Why curiosity still belongs to humans
As a university professor, I have followed the rapid advance of artificial intelligence with a mixture of admiration and caution.
· Korea Herald
Trump's 'AI Jesus' post sparks backlash as pope responds to attack
Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV are at odds over the war on Iran. (Reuters)
· Brad Ryan
Trump draws backlash over posting image depicting him as Jesus-like saviour
US President Donald Trump is facing growing backlash after posting an AI-generated image of himself as a Jesus-like figure and launching a series of social media attacks on Pope Leo XIV, drawing criticism from across the Christian political spectrum.
· Elizabeth Melimopoulos
Juegos de MLB duran un poco más esta temporada. Una razón podrían ser los árbitros robot
Se podría argumentar que el sistema automatizado de bolas y strikes (ABS, por sus siglas en inglés) ha sido el Jugador Más Valioso de las Grandes Ligas durante las primeras dos semanas y media de la temporada, al crear un juego dentro del juego que está produciendo ganadores, perdedores y algunos momentos dramáticos.
· David Brandt
Court documents: Man arrested in attack of OpenAI CEO's home opposed AI
The home of Daniel Moreno-Gama is seen after the FBI raided his home in Spring, Texas, Monday, April 13, 2026. (Jason Fochtman/Houston Chronicle via AP)
Kitty Flanagan and Anne Edmonds create comedy chaos in new show
Nicole Kidman features as a wrestler with a law degree on Margo's Got Money Troubles. (Supplied: Apple TV+)
· Velvet Winter
Oracle accused of targeting employees with stock options in recent layoffs
A former Oracle employee accused the tech giant of targeting workers “with outstanding stock options” in a recent round of layoffs — as the company reportedly offered its new chief financial officer a juicy $26 million stock package.
· Marc Vartabedian
iPhone users warned to delete suspicious emails linked to iCloud storage scam
You’ve got mail (fraud).
· Reda Wigle
Texas Tech System leader cancels academic programs “centered on” sexual orientation, gender identity
Texas Tech University System’s chancellor on Friday ordered campuses to phase out academic programs “centered on” sexual orientation and gender identity — a dramatically expanded policy that also places limits on what can be researched and which faculty can be hired.
· Jessica Priest The Texas Tribune
Oracle pops 11%, leading bounce back rally in software stocks
Oracle's stock surged 11% as software shares, beaten down by artificial intelligence disruption fears, clawed back some year-to-date losses.
· Samantha Subin
Meta is building a creepy AI clone of Mark Zuckerberg to chat with staff: report
Meta staffers will soon have the option of chatting with a creepy-sounding virtual clone of CEO Mark Zuckerberg, according to a report published Monday.
· Thomas Barrabi
Cyber attacks on digital infrastructure speeding up, report says | The National
Hackers are moving much faster in compromising digital infrastructure, a new report says, posing a growing challenge to cyber security efforts
· Cody Combs
IBM to pay $17M DEI settlement after DOJ accused tech firm of discrimination
IBM has agreed to pay $17 million to the Department of Justice to settle claims its diversity, equity and inclusion programs were discriminatory and unlawful.
· Taylor Herzlich
DOST calls for cleaner, sustainable tech, practices amid oil crisis
DEPARTMENT of Science and Technology (DOST) officials are pushing the use of clean, efficient and sustainable science, technology and innovation within the country to bridge resilience in times of crisis such as in an oil-related emergency.
· The Manila Times
Trump posts, then deletes AI image of himself as Christ-like figure, sparking blasphemy accusations
President Trump drew a firestorm of criticism — including from conservatives — for sharing an AI-generated image portraying himself as a Christ-like figure, with some accusing the commander-in-chief of “blasphemy.”
· Chris Nesi
Can an AI-generated lawyer appear and litigate before Philippine courts?
Nowadays, securing the services of a lawyer can be very expensive. For every pleading filed and every court appearance, there is a corresponding fee or compensation. Thus, I was wondering, can I engage an AI-generated lawyer to appear and litigate on my behalf?
· Persida V. Rueda-Acosta
YouTube removes pro-Iran channel producing anti-Trump videos
Google, the owners of YouTube, has removed a channel on the platform belonging to a pro-Iran group producing Lego-themed videos mocking Donald Trump.
· Middleeasteye
Here’s how you might qualify for a payout from Google’s $135M Android settlement
Tens of millions of Americans who have used an Android phone in recent years could be eligible for a payout from a $135 million settlement with Google.
· Ariel Zilber
'The regime is a customer': BBC interviews activist behind pro-Iran Lego propaganda videos
British public broadcaster BBC interviewed an individual who goes by the moniker "Mr Explosive," responsible for creating pro-Iran AI-generated propaganda videos using Lego figures in a podcast episode published on Saturday.
· JAMES GENN
Roblox expands child safety controls, but Middle East chat remains off as Arabic AI catches up | The National
Roblox is making a fresh attempt to reassure parents and regulators that its platform can be made safer for younger users. In the Middle East, where chat remains unavailable in much of the region after last year’s clamp-down, the company is still trying to answer the concerns that prompted it.
· William Mullally
‘Blasphemy’: outrage after Trump posts AI image of himself as Christ-like figure
The US president’s conservative, Christian supporters decried the Truth Social post, calling it ‘disgusting’
· Joseph Gedeon
Robots humanoides exhiben sus habilidades lingüísticas y de boxeo en Hong Kong
Un robot fabricado por Novautek en una exhibición en Hong Kong el 13 de abril del 2026. (AP foto/Chan Long Hei)
· Kanis Leung
Gunfire Strikes Sam Altman's San Francisco Home Days After Molotov Cocktail Attack
Just two days after a Molotov cocktail was hurled at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's Russian Hill residence in San Francisco, another violent episode unfolded at the same address. Early Sunday morning, April 12, 2026, San Francisco police responded to reports of possible shots fired near Altman's home.
· Tyler Durden
No te lo pierdas: la era dorada del ciclismo ofrece brillo semanal y rivalidades únicas
El belga Wout van Aert supera en la meta al esloveno Tadej Pogacar para ganar la carrera ciclista París- Roubaix, el domingo 12 de abril de 2026. (AP Foto/Jean-Francois Badias)
· Samuel Petrequin
More than 100 robots showcased in Hong Kong
A humanoid robot manufactured by Novautek showcased at an exhibition in Hong Kong on Monday, April 13, 2026. (AP Photo/ Chan Long Hei)
· Kanis Leung
From crisis to capital: Iron Nation launches $60 million to help Israeli startups expand to US
One of Israel’s latest venture capital firms, Iron Nation, launched a $60 million fund on Monday that will focus on Israeli startups in their seed or Series B rounds.
· TOBIAS HOLCMAN
OpenAI touts Amazon alliance in memo, says Microsoft has 'limited our ability' to reach clients
OpenAI's newly appointed revenue chief, Denise Dresser, sent a memo to staffers on Sunday, touting the company's alliance with Amazon as a key growth driver for its enterprise business, while noting the constraints of its longstanding tie-up with Microsoft.
· Ashley Capoot
China says open Strait of Hormuz crucial for global interests as Trump threatens blockade
Beijing’s foreign ministry denies that China plans to provide weapons and military tech to Iran
· Phoebe Zhang
China says open Iran strait key to global interests as Trump threatens blockade
Beijing’s foreign ministry denies that China plans to provide weapons and military tech to Iran
· Phoebe Zhang
Victory Giant joins IPO push by China’s circuit-board makers amid AI frenzy
Nvidia supplier aims to raise up to US$2.2 billion in Hong Kong as AI data centre demand makes boards ‘all the rage’
· Ann Cao
Victory Giant joins IPO push by China’s circuit-board makers amid AI frenzy
Nvidia supplier aims to raise up to US$2.2 billion in Hong Kong as AI data centre demand makes boards ‘all the rage’
· Ann Cao
UCLA men’s basketball gets commitment from Jaylen Petty
The UCLA men’s basketball team landed a big addition for its backcourt Sunday, receiving a commitment from former Texas Tech freshman guard Jaylen Petty.
· Ben Bolch
Marcos eyes lower tariffs on imported agri goods
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· Iya Gozum
Trump casts himself as Jesus after attacking Pope (AI IMAGES)
US President Donald Trump has shared an AI-generated image of himself as a robed, Christ-like figure healing a bedridden man, flanked by eagles, fighter jets, and US service members, with the Statue of Liberty and the US flag in the background. The post triggered backlash, with some users suggesting the figure being…
· RT
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US President Donald Trump has shared an AI-generated image of himself as a robed, Christ-like figure healing a bedridden man, flanked by eagles, fighter jets, and US service members, with the Statue of Liberty and the US flag in the background. The post triggered backlash, with some users suggesting the figure being…
· RT
WATCH: Marcos tagged as liars people spreading misinformation about his health
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday tagged as liars those who have been spreading unverified reports about his health. Marcos made the assertion in a hastily called press briefing with the Malacañang Press Corps. Talks that the chief executive has fallen seriously ill resurfaced last week as critics claimed tha…
· The Manila Times
"Muthaf***in’ Robot Dog In The Muthaf***in’ Hood"
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· Tyler Durden
UAE flag appears on Google homepage as nation rallies after Iran attacks | The National
Live updates: Follow the latest news on the Iran war
· David Tusing
US, China seen as top AI beneficiaries in new growth forecast from ‘Doctor Doom’ economist
Nouriel Roubini predicted the 2008 financial crisis – now he says an explosion of hi-tech will be unlike anything mankind has ever seen, trivialising near-term headwinds
· Sylvia Ma
US, China seen as top AI beneficiaries in new growth forecast from ‘Doctor Doom’ economist
Nouriel Roubini predicted the 2008 financial crisis – now he says an explosion of hi-tech will be unlike anything mankind has ever seen, trivialising near-term headwinds
· Sylvia Ma
How can we protect our rights amid DILG’s ‘Safer Metro Manila Plan’?
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· Jairo Bolledo
China curbs live stream tipping with new rules to protect minors
The new live-streaming rules ban under-8s from tipping and introduce tiered consent for minors to curb manipulative inducements
· Eunice Xu