The AI Impact Summit in Delhi faced an uncertain start this week, with reports of potential keynote speaker Bill Gates' absence causing confusion, while indirect nuclear talks between the US and Iran yielded "guiding principles" in Geneva. Meanwhile, thousands protested in Kosovo against war crimes trials, and President Donald Trump's son, Eric, invested in an Israeli drone manufacturer, raising conflict-of-interest concerns. Escalating tensions in the Middle East, with Iran dropping any subtlety in its response to the US, further complicated the global landscape.
The AI Impact Summit, designed to guide the AI revolution, experienced initial disarray, according to BBC Technology. Conflicting reports emerged regarding Bill Gates' attendance, though the Gates Foundation later confirmed he would deliver his keynote address. The summit brought together tech bosses, politicians, scientists, academics, and campaigners to discuss the future of AI.
In Geneva, the US and Iran reached an understanding on key guiding principles during indirect nuclear talks, mediated by Oman, as reported by Al Jazeera. Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi confirmed the agreement, though the US side had not immediately commented. No date was set for a third round of talks.
In Kosovo, thousands protested in Pristina against the trial of former Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) leaders, including a former president, who are accused of war crimes during the 1998-1999 war for independence, Al Jazeera reported. The protest occurred on the 18th anniversary of Kosovo's independence.
Eric Trump, son of US President Donald Trump, invested in a $1.5 billion merger between Israeli drone maker Xtend and a Florida-based construction company, as reported by Al Jazeera. This investment raised conflict-of-interest concerns as the Trump family expanded its business holdings.
Sky News reported that the Middle East appeared to be edging closer to war. Iran conducted exercises in strategic waterways, simulating missile strikes and tanker seizures. Donald Trump stated that failure to reach a deal could lead to US strikes, while Iranian officials viewed the current proposed terms as "tantamount to surrender."
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