Author: Frank Salvato

At the Cannes Film Festival, Demi Moore delivered what many in Hollywood likely did not want to hear: artificial intelligence is not going away, and the entertainment industry had better adapt before it gets steamrolled by technological reality. Moore argued that resisting AI outright would amount to fighting “a battle we will lose,” instead urging studios and creatives to find practical ways to work alongside the technology while still protecting human creativity and intellectual property. Her remarks arrive as Hollywood remains deeply divided over AI’s impact on filmmaking, acting, screenwriting, visual effects, and employment stability following recent labor battles over…

Amazon is making an aggressive move to embed artificial intelligence directly into its search experience, aiming to fundamentally reshape how consumers discover and purchase products online while tightening its grip on digital commerce. The company is rolling out AI-driven search enhancements designed to interpret natural language queries, deliver more personalized product recommendations, and reduce friction between discovery and checkout—effectively collapsing the traditional browsing funnel into a faster, more intuitive experience. This strategy positions Amazon to compete more directly with AI-powered search developments from rivals like Google, which are increasingly blending generative AI into search results. By integrating conversational AI into…

A rapidly escalating contest between artificial intelligence developers and cybersecurity experts is triggering renewed debate in Washington over whether advanced AI systems should face government review before public release. Concerns center on increasingly powerful models capable of discovering software vulnerabilities, automating sophisticated cyberattacks, and accelerating digital warfare at a pace that may outstrip human control. What was once sold as a productivity revolution is now being viewed through the far more serious lens of national security, with policymakers quietly reconsidering whether the federal government must intervene before Silicon Valley unleashes technologies that hostile states, criminal networks, and cyber mercenaries could…

GameStop’s audacious attempt to acquire eBay in a deal reportedly valued around $56 billion has quickly evolved from headline-grabbing spectacle into a sharp reminder that financial reality still matters, even in an era dominated by meme-stock momentum and social-media hype. eBay’s board rejected the unsolicited cash-and-stock offer, calling it “neither credible nor attractive,” while raising concerns about financing, governance, debt exposure, and the long-term viability of the proposal. The move, orchestrated by GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen, appears designed to transform the once-struggling video-game retailer into a broader e-commerce competitor, but investors and analysts alike are questioning whether the company has…

A rapidly escalating technological cold war between the United States and China is moving beyond semiconductors and into the heart of artificial intelligence, as reports emerged that a Chinese-linked think tank sought access to Anthropic’s tightly controlled “Mythos” AI model — a system reportedly so powerful in cybersecurity analysis that even its creators have hesitated to release it broadly. The controversy underscores growing fears inside Washington that America’s AI lead could become the defining geopolitical battleground of the 21st century, with companies like Anthropic and OpenAI increasingly viewed not merely as private tech firms, but as strategic national assets. The…

Wall Street’s roaring embrace of geothermal startup Fervo Energy marks more than just another flashy clean-energy IPO; it signals a major shift in how investors, policymakers, and the private sector are beginning to think about America’s future energy dominance. The Houston-based company surged in its Nasdaq debut after raising roughly $1.89 billion, propelled by growing demand for reliable baseload electricity as artificial intelligence infrastructure, data centers, domestic manufacturing, and electrification strain the national grid. Unlike politically favored but intermittent wind and solar projects, geothermal offers around-the-clock power generation, making it increasingly attractive to investors searching for scalable energy sources that…

Anthropic’s highly secretive “Claude Mythos” artificial intelligence model has detonated a fierce debate across Washington, Silicon Valley, and the cybersecurity industry after reports revealed the system is capable of autonomously discovering dangerous software vulnerabilities at a level many experts believe surpasses existing public AI tools. The model has reportedly been withheld from broad release because of fears it could dramatically accelerate cyberwarfare, ransomware attacks, infrastructure sabotage, and foreign espionage if it fell into the wrong hands. The controversy intensified after revelations that U.S. banks rushed to patch critical software weaknesses uncovered by Mythos, while reports also surfaced that a Chinese-linked…

The growing controversy surrounding cryptocurrency-based prediction platform Polymarket is rapidly becoming a broader referendum on whether so-called “prediction markets” are legitimate information tools or simply lightly regulated gambling operations vulnerable to abuse by insiders, political operatives, and well-connected traders. Reports over the past several weeks have detailed allegations that individuals with privileged or operational knowledge may have profited from wagers tied to military operations, geopolitical developments, and sensitive government actions, prompting calls for investigations by lawmakers and regulators. Critics argue the situation exposes a glaring double standard in modern financial oversight: ordinary Americans face aggressive scrutiny in traditional securities markets,…

As artificial intelligence firms race to dominate the next technological era, companies like OpenAI and Anthropic are pouring unprecedented amounts of money into lobbying efforts in Washington in an aggressive bid to shape federal regulation before lawmakers can impose meaningful restrictions. The push comes as both Republicans and Democrats wrestle with how to balance innovation, national security, labor disruption, election interference risks, and growing public unease over the power concentrated in a handful of Silicon Valley firms. What began as a relatively quiet policy debate has now evolved into a full-scale influence war involving super PACs, think tanks, federal agencies,…

Dell Technologies is planning to change its legal domicile from Delaware to Texas, a move that reflects a growing dissatisfaction among major corporations with Delaware’s legal environment and a broader trend toward states perceived as more business-friendly. The company, led by founder Michael Dell, indicated that the shift aligns with its operational footprint and long-term strategic priorities, as Texas continues to position itself as a hub for corporate headquarters and favorable regulatory conditions. Delaware has long been the dominant state for corporate registration due to its specialized court system and established legal precedents, but recent criticism from business leaders has…