Anthropic shuts down Fable 5 after US government order
Anthropic suspended its newly released Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models just days after going public, following an order from the Trump administration citing cybersecurity and hacking concerns. The move forced the company to block all customer access to the models. The decision has drawn widespread coverage from outlets including BBC, WIRED, and Ars Technica, reflecting the growing tension between rapid AI advancement and government security oversight.
Elon Musk has been declared the world's first trillionaire following SpaceX's blockbuster IPO, with the company's shares reaching US$160.95 and pushing his fortune to US$1.1 trillion. BBC charts the mogul's extraordinary wealth trajectory, while SCMP, TechCrunch, and WIRED all confirmed the historic milestone. The Guardian also reported on how much Musk earned specifically from SpaceX's market debut.
SpaceX's long-awaited IPO finally arrived, with shares surging on the first day of trading and even causing outages on Robinhood for some users. TechCrunch provided extensive live coverage and editorial analysis of the float. Engadget, Gizmodo, and Scientific American also weighed in, with the latter declaring that the IPO has ignited a new space race.
Beyond the record-setting valuation, SpaceX's public listing has raised deeper questions about its AI potential and future engineering milestones, with Scientific American noting a $1.75 trillion target rests on unproven technology. Ars Technica explored what comes next for SpaceX as an AI-driven public company. Nikkei Tech reported that China's AI companies are bracing for intensified competition as SpaceX and US rivals enter the public market.
Humanoid robots are rapidly gaining traction across both military and civilian sectors. BBC explored whether these machines could soon be deployed on battlefields. China Daily highlighted multiple developments, including a media trip showcasing humanoid robots and AI in Beijing, and reported that the sector is moving onto a 'fast track.' The topic signals a growing global race in advanced robotics.