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01Artificial Intelligence

Perfect homework, blank stares: Why colleges are turning to oral exams to combat AI

A growing number of U.S. college instructors are turning to oral exams to help combat an AI crisis in higher education. Some are replacing written assignments with oral exams. Others are pairing Socratic-style questioning with written assignments or requiring students…

Why it matters/As AI tools become more capable at generating written work, colleges are fundamentally rethinking how they assess student learning—a challenge that will shape what skills employers value and how students prepare for their careers. This shift raises broader questions about educational equity, access, and what it means to demonstrate mastery in an AI-assisted world.

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02Artificial Intelligence

Olivia Dean, Lola Young & Coldplay Lead the Ivors 2026 Nominations: See Full List

Olivia Dean, Lola Young and Coldplay are among the nominees for the 2026 Ivor Novello Awards.

Why it matters/The Ivor Novello Awards recognize exceptional songwriting and composing talent, influencing which artists receive recognition, resources, and platform visibility in the music industry. These nominations highlight both emerging and established voices in contemporary music, shaping cultural conversations about artistic merit and representation in the industry.

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03Artificial Intelligence

Zoom showcases AI tools for APAC SMBs in daily work

Zoom says APAC small firms are moving AI from pilots to daily workflows, boosting productivity while trying to avoid new complexity.

Why it matters/As artificial intelligence tools move from experimental pilots into everyday business use among small and medium enterprises across Asia-Pacific, this shift affects how workers balance productivity gains against job displacement concerns and the risk that AI complexity could widen the gap between tech-savvy large corporations and smaller firms that lack resources to implement these tools effectively.

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04Artificial Intelligence

OpenAI pulls the plug on Sora, the viral AI video app that sparked deepfake concerns

The move comes less two years after the launch of the AI video app sent shockwaves through the media industry.

Why it matters/The shutdown of Sora signals growing tensions between AI innovation and societal concerns about deepfakes, copyright, and media integrity—raising questions about how powerful AI tools should be governed and who decides when technology poses too much risk to continue.

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05Artificial Intelligence

Iran tells UN: 'non-hostile' ships can transit Strait of Hormuz

Iran has told the United Nations Security Council and the International Maritime Organization that "non-hostile vessels" may transit the Strait of...

Why it matters/The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint through which roughly 20% of global oil passes, making Iran's maritime policies directly relevant to global energy prices, supply chain stability, and international shipping safety. This statement signals Iran's position on whether it will enforce restrictions on vessels transiting the strait, which affects geopolitical tensions and economic interests worldwide.

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06Artificial Intelligence

Encyclopedia Britannica and Merriam-Webster Sue OpenAI Over AI Summaries

Encyclopedia Britannica and Merriam-Webster accuse OpenAI of using copyrighted content to create AI summaries that reduce web traffic and publisher revenue, seeking damages and an injunction.

Why it matters/This lawsuit is part of a broader conflict between AI companies and content publishers over who owns the value created when AI systems are trained on — and then replace — human-produced knowledge. A court ruling could set precedent for how AI companies must compensate content creators.

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07Artificial Intelligence

Music Popstar will.i.am Meshes AI and 'Micromobility'

Black Eyed Peas star will.i.am is putting artificial intelligence agents to work in three-wheel vehicles tailored for modern urban life. The AI-powered micromobility vehicle is designed for short city trips and integrates conversational AI assistants for navigation and daily tasks.

Why it matters/This project illustrates how AI is expanding beyond software into physical consumer products. Celebrity-backed tech ventures can accelerate public adoption of new technologies, and micromobility solutions address growing urban congestion and environmental concerns in cities worldwide.

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An AI-Rendered Val Kilmer Will Posthumously Appear in a New Film

A year after the actor's death, a generative AI version of Val Kilmer will co-star in an independent film called 'As Deep as the Grave,' marking one of the boldest uses yet of artificial intelligence in moviemaking. The film has the blessing of Kilmer's family.

Why it matters/This sets a precedent for how deceased actors' likenesses can be used in entertainment through AI technology. It raises fundamental questions about consent, digital rights, and whether the entertainment industry should be able to resurrect performers after death, even with family approval.

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