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'Extinction' warnings ramp up as more OpenAI, Anthropic researchers join calls for an AI slowdown

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: CNBC World

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There is growing concern globally about the capability of AI, following numerous cyberattacks and security incidents in recent months by rogue models…

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  • Reported by CNBC World and published Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:49:29 UTC.

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