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Pricy airfare, airport chaos test travelers' willingness to fly this year - RocketNews
Travelers wait in line at a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) checkpoint at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston, Texas, US, on Thursday, March 26, 2026. Mark Felix | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesTOKYO/NEW YORK -- Genevieve Price considers herself a great flight hacker.The 35-year-old naturopathic doctor based in San Diego usually buys basic economy tickets when she visits her family in New Jersey and then uses her Alaska Airlines frequent flier status to pick a seat, something that's usually not allowed for those no-frills fares. "I like to travel a lot," Price told CNBC at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport, where she was returning from Rome. But Price said she has her limits, and is planning to cap the spending she does on future flights, such as no more than $900 to Rome, where her partner is from.Consumers' willingness to fly is being put to the test this spring as soaring fuel prices are leading to higher airfares. Cathay Pacific, SAS, Finnair and others are among the carriers that have already raised fares.Travelers also have to contend with hourslong airport security lines in the U.S. because of the second government shutdown in half a year that's hitting the Transportation Security Administration, leaving many frustrated.Fuel and faresFuel at major U.S. airports was going for $3.98 on Wednesday, up nearly 60% since before the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran on Feb. 28.The conflict has meant crisis for the aviation industry, particularly in the Middle East, where airspace closures have forced carriers to cancel flights and take longer and costlier routes.Airlines will brief investors starting early next month on the longer-term impacts, but they immediately started raising airfare or increasing fuel surcharges on tickets to help cover the rising costs.United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby told reporters at a company event in Los Angeles this week that airfare could go up 20% this year. Customers appear willing to keep booking even though carriers are passing those high fuel costs along to travelers, he added.Other airlines have also said demand has held up.Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian told a JPMorgan industry conference earlier this month that demand has remained strong in recent weeks and that the airline is "well-positioned" to recapture the spike in fuel from its own sales.U.S. airlines have seen solid demand for years. International travel has been a strong point, particularly for high-end leisure travel, which has brought so many visitors that governments from Japa ...
Pricy airfare, airport chaos test travelers' willingness to fly this year
TOKYO/NEW YORK -- Genevieve Price considers herself a great flight hacker. The 35-year-old naturopathic doctor based in San Diego usually buys basic economy tickets when she visits her family in New Jersey and then uses her Alaska Airlines frequent flier status to pick a seat, something that's usually not allowed for those no-frills fares. "I like to travel a lot," Price told CNBC at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport, where she was returning from Rome. But Price said she has her limits, and is planning to cap the spending she does on future flights, such as no more than $900 to Rome, where her partner is from. Consumers' willingness to fly is being put to the test this spring as soaring fuel prices are leading to higher airfares. Cathay Pacific, SAS, Finnair and others are among the carriers that have already raised fares. Travelers also have to contend with hourslong airport security lines in the U.S. because of the second government shutdown in half a year that's hitting the Transportation Security Administration, leaving many frustrated.
Once a luxury for unconventional moms, doula care is going mainstream (Video)
Doulas provide support and guidance before, during and after birth. Once a luxury, now doulas are becoming mainstream, with insurance coverage growing and parents from across the economic spectrum using them. (AP Video/Kristin M. Hall) Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home
London Rail Chaos: Massive Delays and Cancellations Hit Southern Services as Fault Causes Total Mayhem - Passengers Warned of 20-Minute Waits! - Travel And Tour World
The disruption stems from a track circuit detection failure, a critical component of the rail system used to monitor whether a section of the track is occupied. When this system fails, it can falsely indicate that a train is already present on a section of the track, causing a blockage and halting trains from proceeding. The issue has caused drivers to stop at red signals and proceed only after receiving verbal permission, further slowing down the service and amplifying the delays. As a result of the issue, trains are being forced to operate at slower speeds, which is contributing to the prolonged wait times for travelers. These delays are expected to continue throughout the morning, and passengers have been advised to allow extra time for their journeys to accommodate these disruptions. Commuters traveling through Southern services are experiencing substantial inconvenience as a result of the delays. Many passengers were forced to wait longer than anticipated, with some facing disrupted travel plans and the possibility of missed connections. Passengers traveling to popular destinations, including London Victoria and London Bridge, were warned that they should expect disruptions well into the day. The faulty signaling system is a particular concern for regular commuters, many of whom rely on these services for their daily travel. As delays continue to affect services, it is clear that both passengers and the train operators are facing a challenging day, with no immediate end in sight. To help mitigate the situation, Southern Rail has arranged for alternative transport options for affected passengers. Metrobus routes will be accepting train tickets, allowing travelers to use other local transport to continue their journey. Passengers traveling between Oxted and Redhill can use the 410 Metrobus service, while those needing to travel between East Grinstead and Three Bridges can use services on the 400, 291, and 281 routes. Southern is also encouraging travelers to keep up to date with the latest live updates through the Southern Rail app, which provides real-time information on train departures, delays, and any further issues. The app also allows passengers to track their routes and ensure they can plan their alternative transport routes if necessary. Due to the ongoing technical issues and the continuing nature of the signaling fault, passengers are being urged to remain flexible with their travel plans. The disruptions, while temporary, could have far-reaching consequences, especially for those on tight schedules or important business appointments. For passengers who have been significantly delayed, compensation may be available, with affected individuals advised to retain their tickets for proof of travel. Passengers are also encouraged to check for refund eligibility and file claims with Southern Rail if their delay is eligible under the Delay Repay scheme. The fault is believed to involve issues with the track circuit detection system, which is integral to the safe and efficient operation of trains on the affected routes. Network Rail, the organization responsible for maintaining rail infrastructure across the UK, is investigating the root cause of the issue and is working to restore normal operations as quickly as possible. The problem could be related to electronic issues or potential track obstructions, and investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause of the track circuit failure. Network Rail has assured passengers that efforts are being made to resolve the problem promptly, although the timeline for full resolution remains uncertain. Southern Rail has implemented alternative routes, and Metrobus services are helping to ease the burden, but compensation will likely be needed for many passengers impacted by the delays. As Network Rail investigates the root cause of the fault, it remains to be seen how quickly normal services can be restored and what steps will be taken to prevent future incidents.
Accenture partners with Anthropic to offer new Claude AI-powered cybersecurity tool for businesses
Accenture has partnered with Anthropic to launch Cyber AI. This is a cybersecurity solution powered by Claude that helps organisations automate and scale security operations. The company stated that the platform aims to transition response mechanisms from human-paced processes to continuous AI-driven capabilities.The solution integrates Accenture's proprietary agent library with Anthropic's Claude model, which acts as the reasoning engine. It analyses large volumes of security data and gives contextual insights throughout the cybersecurity lifecycle, including design, deployment, detection, and response.Cyber AI includes Agent Shield, part of its Secure AI and Agents capabilities, designed to help organisations protect, monitor, and govern autonomous AI agents in real time. The platform also incorporates enterprise controls and governance layers to ensure AI systems operate within defined risk parameters.According to the World Economic Forum's Global Cyber Outlook Report 2026, nearly 9 in 10 organisations consider AI-related vulnerabilities the fastest-growing cyber risk. Accenture stated that the new offering aims to tackle this shift in the threat landscape.Damon McDougald, global cybersecurity services lead at Accenture, said, "Adversaries are using AI to compress attack timelines from weeks to hours, while traditional controls are built for human-speed threats. With Anthropic's Claude at the core of Cyber.AI, we can help organisations operate at machine speed and scale, while ensuring the AI systems they deploy are secure and governed from day one."The platform supports automated workflows through agentic AI capabilities, enabling organisations to orchestrate tasks such as threat assessment, triage, and remediation. It draws from a set of pre-built agents across areas including identity security, cyber defence, and cyber resilience.Accenture has already deployed Cyber AI within its internal IT infrastructure, covering approximately 1,600 applications and over 500,000 APIs. The company reported that scan turnaround times were reduced from 3 to 5 days to under 1 hour, while testing coverage increased from about 10% to over 80%. It also noted a reduction in the backlog of critical vulnerabilities and a 35% improvement in service delivery.In a client example, a Fortune 500 agriculture company used Cyber AI to support identity and access management operations and accelerate identity platform migrations. The approach was used to automate processes and manage identity systems at scale.Michael Moore, head of cybersecurity products at Anthropic, said, "Cybersecurity demands AI that can reason across vast amounts of data, act autonomously through complex workflows, and operate within strict governance boundaries. That's what Claude was built for -- and it's why we're seeing security operations as one of the most impactful applications of agentic AI. Accenture is putting that to work at scale for some of the world's most complex enterprises."Accenture said the solution is designed to integrate with existing enterprise systems and help organisations manage expanding attack surfaces without increasing manual effort.
Devastating escalation: Iran strikes US landing ships, sinks three, F-16 down, chaos at Prince Sultan base
IRGC: With Qadr-380 missiles, 6 American landing craft (LCU) were struck, 3 ships were sunk and a large number of soldiers were killed "After the 84th wave of operation True Promise 4, with the blessed symbol 'Yaman Hu Shadid Al-Aqab' and dedicated to artists and celebrities who support the revolution, the Navy of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) carried out a combined attack against the Israelis-Americans at the port of Al-Shuyukh and on the coasts and port of Dubai, striking with precision the exhausted American soldiers and their tactical equipment." In this operation, which was carried out with Qadr-380 ballistic missiles and cruise missiles, 6 American landing craft (LCU) were hit at the port of Al-Sheyoukh. According to field reports, 3 of these warships were sunk after the strike and the rest are burning. At the same time, operations were carried out with unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) against gathering centers of terrorist officers of the American unmanned aerial unit on the beach and in one of the hotels in Dubai, using destructive drones, and these centers were struck with precision. During this operation, in addition to the sinking of tactical vessels, a large number of American soldiers were killed. We had said: We will follow you wherever you go, you will be miserable. Iran shot down another F-16, CENTCOM confirmed the forced landing of a fighter aircraft After the news that an American F-16 fighter aircraft was shot down in Iranian airspace, some Israeli media reported that an American F-16 fighter aircraft made a forced landing in Saudi Arabia. CENTCOM confirmed the forced landing of an F-16 fighter aircraft. The most expensive American aircraft carrier USS Gerald Ford is being sidelined after escaping the war with Iran Some American media wrote that the USS Gerald Ford, the USS worth 13.2 billion dollars, which is the most expensive American ship and left the region a few days after the start of the war, did not only have a problem with fires, but also other issues. Leaked assessments of the Pentagon show that even nine years after delivery, there is insufficient data to determine the operational effectiveness of the ship. The ship's problems include fighter launch systems, radar and ammunition elevators. Also, according to reports, the lack of beds and the 9-month mission beyond standard have put additional pressure on sailors. According to the Pentagon's assessment, the capabilities of launching and recovering fighter aircraft on this very expensive aircraft carrier are not reliable, its radar performance in combat conditions has not been confirmed. The transfer of weapons from storage to the deck is disrupted and it is not clear how long it can continue its operations if it is hit. Some American media, including Bloomberg, concluded that the previous American claim that the ship only had a fire problem in the laundry room is unfounded and that the ship's problem goes beyond limits. Channel 12 (Israeli media): For the first time missiles from Yemen attacked southern Israel For the first time since the beginning of the war, missiles were detected and observed heading south from Yemen. The Israeli Channel 12 also claimed that a missile launched from Yemen towards southern Israel was intercepted. The official media of Yemen and Ansar Allah have not yet officially responded to these claims. Al-Masirah, the official outlet of Ansar Allah, reported on Telegram, in a report from Israeli media, that sirens sounded in Beersheba and Dimona and the southern regions of Israel. CBS News: The United States awaits Iran's response to the 15-point ceasefire plan, which Iran has already rejected The United States is awaiting an official response from Iran to the proposed ceasefire plan, reports CBS News. The White House is reportedly awaiting Iran's response to the 15-point proposal. According to two sources, the president of the United States, Trump, and senior White House officials have been informed that Iran's counterproposal likely arrived on 27 March, through intermediaries. It should be noted that the 15-point proposal of the United States has been rejected by Iran, while Iran presented a 5-point plan much more realistic, such as that it will have full control of the Hormuz or that it will maintain its nuclear and missile program. The Americans admit heavy losses at Prince Sultan base of the 378th Combat Wing from Iranian missiles American media admitted that the missile attack of Iran on the Prince Sultan base caused extensive losses and damage. According to the Wall Street Journal and the American network CBS News, the Prince Sultan air base in Saudi Arabia received a concentrated Iranian missile attack on Friday 27 March 2026. Media reported that the attack resulted in human casualties and extensive material damage to the 378th Reconnaissance Wing of the United States Air Force, with one of the missiles hitting directly a building where an American soldier is stationed. According to American media, the attack left 10 American soldiers injured, two of whom are in critical condition and eight others with serious injuries. Additionally, several American refueling tanker aircraft stationed at the base suffered serious damage. CBS News noted that the attack was part of a series of Iranian attacks in retaliation against facilities hosting American military presence in Washington's allies in the Gulf. CBS News emphasized that this targeting revealed a serious and dangerous shortage in interceptor missile stockpiles in the United States and in Arab countries of the region. Guardian: Iran's negotiating power has increased due to victories - the United States will suffer a second Vietnam Based on the Guardian and in an analysis by Kenneth Roth, columnist of the British media outlet, he compares the current war with the experience of the Vietnam war, presenting a picture of the current situation in which Iran's position has been strengthened in some aspects, while the administration of Trump faces increasing challenges in continuing the war. Iran "is probably in a stronger negotiating position now than it was before the start of the war." This assessment suggests that, contrary to the initial objectives of the military operation, the pressures have not only failed to weaken Tehran's position, but in some areas have strengthened it. According to the Guardian, "the Iranian government may feel that it has the upper hand." All of this, together with developments in the field and the economy, including impacts on the energy market and shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, has been presented as an indication of Iran's increasing negotiating power. In contrast, Trump seeks "an honorable exit" from the war. This phrase, reminiscent of the policy "peace with honor" of Richard Nixon during the Vietnam war, suggests that the continuation of the conflict entails increasing political and economic cost for Washington and that there is a need to find a way to end it. Referring to the experience of Vietnam, the Guardian notes that the United States government at that time, despite continuing military operations, ultimately sought to maintain its political credibility in the withdrawal process. This comparison indirectly places the current situation in a similar framework, where the continuation of the war has become a matter of managing consequences and not a strategic achievement. In this context, the Guardian emphasizes that the stated objectives of the United States towards Iran, from limiting its missile capabilities to stopping its nuclear program and changing its behavior or political structure, have either been declared achieved or have lost justification for continuing operations. However, the war continues. An issue which, according to the Guardian, is an indication of the weakening of the strategic logic of continuing the conflict. Overall, this analysis, based on field data and political elements, presents a picture in which Iran is in a relatively strengthened position, while the United States faces the challenge of justifying the continuation of the war and finding an acceptable exit path. A situation that presents similarities with the historical experience of America in Vietnam. Scott Ritter (former CIA): The world did not expect Iran to be so strong, Patriot systems in automatic mode failed Patriot air defense crews in the Middle East are committing an almost suicidal act by remaining in their positions and risking Iranian strikes, emphasized Scott Ritter, former intelligence analyst of the United States Marine Corps and former weapons inspector for the United Nations Special Commission for Iraq. He explained that many people did not believe that Iran was "capable of what it is doing now", but now it is becoming clear that there is no defense against Iranian attacks and the Iranians themselves "conduct attacks extremely aggressively". "Remaining in position in this situation is suicidal. But the irony is that by switching the system to automatic mode, you consume far more missiles than with manual control. This means that we are consuming our stockpiles even faster. This only proves that we did not think this war through properly," emphasized Scott Ritter. He added that the intensity of the Iranian attack on American air defense is greater than the intensity of Russian attacks on Ukrainian air defense. "The Russians are very selective in the use of force. The Iranians are more aggressive. They strike more targets and they do this for a longer period of time," he added. On 28 February, the United States and Israel launched a military operation against Iran. Major Iranian cities, including Tehran, were hit. The White House justified the attack citing missile and nuclear threats allegedly originating from Iran. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced a large-scale retaliatory operation, attacking targets in Israel. American targets in Bahrain, Jordan, Qatar, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia were also struck. Why no other country is participating in the United States - Israel war against Iran The president of the United States, Trump, in order to control the risk of escalation of tensions in the battle between the United States and the Zionist regime against the Islamic Republic of Iran, follows certain tactics. At the same time as the message of the president of the United States on his social media pages that he would postpone his previous threat to attack Iranian infrastructure for 5 days if ships and tankers did not open the Strait of Hormuz, he announced that he had conducted behind-the-scenes and face-to-face negotiations with some Iranian officials and had received huge and impressive offers from these individuals. He even claimed that he could not reveal the identities of these individuals for some reason. Of course, at the same time as these developments, we witnessed the positive vote of 57 senators of the United States Senate on the plan presented by the administration of Trump for the continuation of the war with Iran, which reveals some unspoken and hidden realities. It seems that, after observing the failure of the initial assessments of the American military and intelligence services regarding the collapse and overthrow of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the process of erosion of the current war, Trump seeks to escalate tensions with Iran, something that will undoubtedly be associated with many risks for himself and his ally, Israel. Under these conditions, Trump tries to speak about opening the door to diplomacy and dialogue with Tehran, while at the same time promoting the policy of escalating tensions, so that in the event of a possible escalation of tensions in the near future, he can accuse the Iranian side of failing on the path of diplomacy and present it as the cause of the continuation of the war. In reality, it can be said that the claim of the president of the United States that he gave an opportunity to the Iranian side was made with the aim of managing the risk of tension with Iran. This is happening while all evidence shows the opposite of the claim of the president of the United States, to the extent that even Badr Al-Busaid, the Foreign Minister of Oman, traveled to Washington one day before the start of the war and participated in a television interview, telling everyone that everything America wants is available through diplomacy and that there is no justification for escalating tensions and beating the drums of war against Tehran. Overall, it seems that one of the reasons why NATO countries are not participating with Trump in any military action against Iran or even in opening the Strait of Hormuz is due to this, because all countries expect the president of the United States to clearly express his goals for launching a war campaign against Iran, something that Trump refuses to state due to his failure to achieve these goals. Wall Street Journal: Israel is running out of ammunition and interceptor missiles The American newspaper Wall Street Journal wrote that Israel has limited the use of its most advanced interceptor missiles as the war continues and its weapon stockpiles are under pressure. This decision was made in a situation where, after continuous Iranian attacks during the war, Iranian missiles managed to penetrate the defense systems of the Israeli regime. Reports indicate that Israel has resorted to using upgraded but less powerful versions of munitions to fill the gap. Robert Pape (University of Chicago): The American military will be defeated in Iran It is possible that the conflict in the Middle East will end in defeat for the United States, said Robert Pape, professor at the University of Chicago, in an interview he gave to retired lieutenant colonel of the United States Army, Daniel Devis. "The pursuit of the militarily unattainable political goal of regime change exclusively from the air leads directly to a ground conflict," the expert explained. He also noted that the initial raids of the United States and Israel did indeed cause significant damage to Iran, but did not force Iran to surrender unconditionally. Robert Pape believes that the next phase of the conflict could lead to uncontrolled escalation. It had previously been reported that the president of the United States, Trump, has grown tired of the military operation against Iran and wants to move forward.
Tyler Perry finds loophole to give unpaid TSA workers $360,000 amid airport chaos
American actor and filmmaker Tyler Perry found a workaround after he was blocked from handing out cash to struggling TSA workers amid the Department of Homeland Security shutdown. Perry, 56, returned to Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport on Friday, local time, where he gifted 250 Transportation Security Administration officers $US1000 gift cards -- totalling $US250,000 (about $A360,000), according to People. The director's initial plan to distribute money directly to officers fell through due to federal rules that prohibit on-duty TSA agents from accepting gifts. Instead, the billionaire media mogul shifted approach -- providing Visa gift cards that could still offer meaningful relief to workers who have gone six weeks without pay as the Department of Homeland Security shutdown drags on. "It went through the legal process through TSA," Georgia TSA president Aaron Barker told the outlet. Sources told Atlanta's local news 11Alive the envelopes brought visible relief, with many workers expressing gratitude for the unexpected support as financial pressure continues to mount. On Thursday, Perry had shown up intending to personally hand out cash to help ease the burden on TSA officers struggling to cover basic expenses. While he wasn't able to follow through, he spent time speaking with agents, taking photos and thanking them for continuing to work through the crisis -- a gesture that still boosted morale. A DHS spokesperson told the Associated Press that TSA officers are not allowed to accept gifts at screening checkpoints. However, Barker said that donations can be routed through worker organisations and distributed to members. Perry previously shelled out $US1.5 million during a 2025 shutdown to help Atlanta families cut off from SNAP benefits, which helps low-income Americans to purchase food. Security lines at Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson Airport have grown significantly, with wait times often reaching up to five hours and, in some cases, extending into baggage claim areas. Travellers are being advised to arrive four to five hours before their scheduled departures to avoid missing flights. The situation in Washington remains unresolved. House Republicans on Friday night advanced a stopgap funding measure for DHS after rejecting a Senate-passed bill that did not include immigration enforcement funding. The move is expected to extend the six-week partial government shutdown, as the House proposal -- which would fund DHS for 60 days -- faces slim chances in the Senate. President Donald Trump also signed an executive order Friday authorising DHS to pay TSA workers during the shutdown, a step officials say could help ease long security lines at airports. A DHS spokesperson said in a subsequent statement: "TSA officers should begin seeing paychecks as early as Monday, March 30." In the meantime, Perry's revised effort has provided at least some immediate help for those still waiting on Washington.
Taiwan Earthquake Alert: Powerful 4.7 Magnitude Quake Strikes Near Taitung Coast, Tremors Felt Across Eastern Regions, Will This Create Travel Chaos - Travel And Tour World
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck off southeastern Taiwan near Taitung at 12:23 pm. The quake occurred at a depth of 39.8 km beneath the sea. It caused moderate shaking in Taitung and lighter tremors across eastern and central Taiwan. No damage or injuries were reported. Authorities continue monitoring the situation. Taiwan Earthquake Alert as 4.7 Magnitude Quake Strikes Near Taitung Coast and Tremors Felt Across Eastern Regions raises urgent travel concerns. Will This Create Travel Chaos? Not yet. Deep offshore impact limits risk. Stay alert. Read full update. Taiwan Earthquake Alert intensifies as a 4.7 Magnitude Quake Strikes Near Taitung Coast, and Tremors Felt Across Eastern Regions spark concern. So, Will This Create Travel Chaos? Not immediately. Because the quake struck offshore at depth, disruption stays limited. However, Taiwan Earthquake Alert remains critical as aftershock risks persist. Moreover, the 4.7 Magnitude Quake Strikes Near Taitung Coast again highlights seismic vulnerability. Therefore, Tremors Felt Across Eastern Regions trigger caution, not panic. Travel And Tour World urges travellers to stay informed, as Taiwan Earthquake Alert conditions evolve and Will This Create Travel Chaos remains a key question. A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck off the southeastern coast of Taiwan. The tremor occurred at 12:23 pm local time. The seismic event originated beneath the ocean floor. The epicentre was located about 65.7 kilometres northeast of Taitung County Hall. The depth of the earthquake was recorded at 39.8 kilometres. This depth classifies it as an intermediate-focus earthquake. Such quakes often reduce surface damage compared to shallow ones. The event was confirmed by Taiwan's Central Weather Administration. The agency quickly issued updates and monitoring alerts. The quake did not trigger any tsunami warnings. The absence of such alerts reassured coastal populations. The epicentre was positioned offshore near southeastern Taiwan. It lay northeast of Taitung County, a seismically active region. This area sits along the boundary of major tectonic plates. The Philippine Sea Plate interacts with the Eurasian Plate here. This interaction generates frequent seismic activity. Offshore quakes often disperse energy differently than inland ones. The oceanic location helped reduce direct structural impact. However, coastal regions still felt noticeable shaking. Taitung, being closest, recorded the strongest intensity. The positioning also explains why inland regions felt weaker tremors. Such geographic dynamics are typical for Taiwan's seismic profile. A magnitude of 4.7 is considered a moderate earthquake. It is strong enough to be felt clearly. However, it rarely causes major structural damage. The energy released is significantly lower than high-magnitude quakes. Still, it can alarm residents and disrupt daily routines. Buildings may shake briefly, especially in nearby areas. Hanging objects can sway noticeably. In this case, the depth reduced surface intensity. Deeper quakes tend to distribute energy over a wider area. This leads to broader but weaker shaking. The classification helps authorities assess risk quickly. It also guides emergency preparedness measures. Taitung experienced the highest intensity of the quake. It recorded level 4 on Taiwan's intensity scale. This means noticeable shaking and minor disturbances. Hualien County recorded an intensity of 3. Residents there felt clear movement. In central Taiwan, Nantou and Changhua reported intensity 2. This level indicates light shaking. Many people indoors may have noticed it. The variation reflects distance from the epicentre. Geological conditions also influence how shaking spreads. Eastern regions typically feel stronger tremors. Central regions experience reduced intensity due to distance and terrain. This pattern aligns with seismic expectations. No damage or injuries were reported after the quake. Several factors contributed to this outcome. First, the magnitude was moderate. Second, the depth of nearly 40 kilometres reduced surface impact. Third, the epicentre was offshore. This limited direct effects on populated areas. Taiwan also maintains strong building codes. Structures are designed to withstand seismic activity. Public awareness and preparedness play a role as well. Residents are familiar with earthquake safety protocols. Emergency systems responded quickly and efficiently. These combined factors helped minimise risk. Authorities continue monitoring for aftershocks as a precaution. Taiwan operates an advanced seismic monitoring network. The Central Weather Administration tracks earthquakes in real time. Sensors across the island detect ground motion instantly. Data is analysed within seconds. Alerts are issued rapidly to authorities and the public. This enables swift situational awareness. The system also assesses intensity across regions. It provides detailed updates on depth and epicentre. Emergency services use this information to prepare responses. The system supports disaster risk reduction strategies. Taiwan's approach is considered highly efficient globally. Continuous upgrades ensure improved accuracy and response times. Taiwan is highly prone to earthquakes. It lies on the Pacific Ring of Fire. This region is one of the most seismically active in the world. Multiple tectonic plates converge near Taiwan. The Philippine Sea Plate and Eurasian Plate interact constantly. This creates frequent seismic stress. The island experiences hundreds of quakes annually. Most are minor and go unnoticed. However, stronger events occasionally occur. The geological setting makes earthquakes unavoidable. This has shaped Taiwan's infrastructure and policies. Preparedness is embedded in public life. The frequency of quakes has led to advanced resilience measures. After an earthquake, caution remains essential. Residents should check for structural damage. Even minor cracks should be inspected. Emergency kits should be kept accessible. Authorities advise staying alert for aftershocks. These can occur minutes or hours later. Travellers should follow local advisories. Avoid unstable buildings or coastal hazards. Communication lines should remain open for updates. Public transport systems are usually inspected quickly. It is important to remain calm and informed. Taiwan's systems provide timely alerts and guidance. Preparedness significantly reduces risk during such events. This magnitude 4.7 earthquake highlights Taiwan's constant seismic activity. Although no damage occurred, it reinforces underlying geological risks. The offshore location and depth prevented serious consequences. However, the event serves as a reminder of vulnerability. Taiwan's preparedness systems once again proved effective. Rapid response and resilient infrastructure minimised impact. Continuous monitoring remains crucial. Public awareness also plays a key role in safety. Such earthquakes underline the importance of readiness. Even moderate tremors can escalate under different conditions. Vigilance ensures that risks remain controlled and manageable. Taiwan Earthquake Alert following the 4.7 Magnitude Quake Strikes Near Taitung Coast and Tremors Felt Across Eastern Regions does not yet confirm widespread disruption, but it raises critical questions. Will This Create Travel Chaos? The answer remains largely no, and the reason lies in the quake's offshore epicentre and moderate magnitude. Because the seismic event occurred beneath the sea at a depth of nearly 40 kilometres, surface impact stayed controlled. As a result, infrastructure damage was avoided and transport systems continued to function normally. However, Taiwan Earthquake Alert remains active because aftershocks can follow such events. Therefore, authorities continue close monitoring. Moreover, Tremors Felt Across Eastern Regions indicate how widely seismic waves travelled, even if their strength weakened inland. This explains why precautionary checks are underway across transport hubs, including airports, rail lines, and highways. Still, no major cancellations or shutdowns have been reported, which reduces the likelihood that this event will escalate into travel chaos. The 4.7 Magnitude Quake Strikes Near Taitung Coast again reinforces Taiwan's position within a highly active seismic zone. Consequently, preparedness systems remain crucial. Taiwan Earthquake Alert frameworks, including rapid response monitoring and resilient infrastructure, play a decisive role in preventing disruption. Therefore, while Will This Create Travel Chaos remains a valid concern, current evidence suggests stability across the travel sector. In conclusion, Taiwan Earthquake Alert confirms that the 4.7 Magnitude Quake Strikes Near Taitung Coast and Tremors Felt Across Eastern Regions serve more as a warning than a crisis. The cause is tectonic movement beneath the ocean. The answer is controlled impact. The reason is strong preparedness and geographic factors. Travel continues. But vigilance remains essential.
Once a luxury for unconventional moms, doula care is going mainstream
Doulas provide support and guidance before, during and after birth. Once a luxury, now doulas are becoming mainstream, with insurance coverage growing and parents from across the economic spectrum using them. (AP Video/Kristin M. Hall) Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home
Google May Soon Fund Anthropic's $5 Billion AI Data Centre: All Details Here
Google could soon offer financial backing to Anthopic for its multibillion-dollar data centre in Texas. According to the Financial Times, Alphabet's firm may finalise the construction loans for Nexus Data Centres, the operator of the 2,800-acre platforms. Google is believed to help the Anthropic project secure financing at a lower rate due to its strong credit rating. The FT report suggests that the data centre leased to AI lab Anthropic is already under construction, and it managed to receive the early-stage loan from asset manager Eagle Point. Reportedly, the initial phase of the project is expected to cost more than $5 billion, with several banks offering to provide finance by mid-year. This data centre is likely to deliver around 500 megawatts of capacity, which is capable enough to power half a million homes. Moreover, the campus is tipped to be expanded to about 7.7 gigawatts.
Anthropic Confirms Testing 'Claude Mythos,' Its Most Powerful AI Yet, After Embarrassing Data Leak - Tekedia
Anthropic has begun quietly testing a new frontier AI model that it describes as a clear "step change" beyond anything it has released before. The company acknowledged Thursday after draft documents detailing the project were accidentally left exposed in a public data cache, according to Fortune. The model, internally referred to as both Claude Mythos and Capybara, would introduce an entirely new tier above the company's current flagship Opus line. According to the leaked draft blog post reviewed by Fortune, Capybara is "larger and more intelligent than our Opus models -- which were, until now, our most powerful." It delivers dramatically higher performance on benchmarks for software coding, academic reasoning, and especially cybersecurity tasks compared with Claude Opus 4.6. Anthropic spokesperson confirmed the company is developing "a general purpose model with meaningful advances in reasoning, coding, and cybersecurity." The spokesperson added: "Given the strength of its capabilities, we're being deliberate about how we release it... We consider this model a step change and the most capable we've built to date." The documents surfaced through a straightforward configuration error in Anthropic's content management system. Assets uploaded to the CMS were set to public by default, leaving nearly 3,000 unpublished files, including images, PDFs, audio, and the draft announcement, searchable and downloadable by anyone. Cybersecurity researchers Roy Paz of LayerX Security and Alexandre Pauwels of the University of Cambridge spotted the cache and alerted Fortune. Once notified on Thursday, Anthropic quickly locked down public access. The company attributed the lapse to "human error" in configuring an external CMS tool and described the exposed material as early drafts considered for publication. A Cautious Rollout and Major Cyber Concerns Anthropic is taking an unusually measured approach to the launch. The model is currently in early-access trials with a small group of customers, and the draft makes clear it is too expensive and potentially too risky for immediate general release. The biggest red flag highlighted in the leaked document is cybersecurity. Anthropic warns that the model is "currently far ahead of any other AI model in cyber capabilities" and "presages an upcoming wave of models that can exploit vulnerabilities in ways that far outpace the efforts of defenders." Hackers armed with such a system could launch large-scale, automated attacks on codebases at a speed and sophistication that current defenses may struggle to match. Because of that risk, the company's plan emphasizes giving cyber defenders a head start. "We're releasing it in early access to organizations, giving them a head start in improving the robustness of their codebases against the impending wave of AI-driven exploits," the draft stated. This mirrors emerging incidents of the growing industry. In February, OpenAI flagged its GPT-5.3-Codex as the first model it classified as "high capability" for cybersecurity under its Preparedness Framework. Anthropic's own Opus 4.6, released around the same time, already showed strong dual-use potential -- capable of surfacing unknown vulnerabilities in live code, a tool that could help attackers as easily as it helps defenders. The company has also documented real-world attempts by Chinese state-linked groups to weaponize earlier Claude versions for coordinated intrusions into tech firms, banks, and government agencies. New Model Tier and Enterprise PushThe leak also revealed Anthropic's intention to reshape its product lineup. Until now, Claude models have come in three sizes: Haiku (fast and cheap), Sonnet (balanced), and Opus (most capable). Capybara would sit above Opus as a premium, higher-cost tier -- larger, smarter, and significantly more expensive to run. The documents further exposed plans for an invite-only, two-day executive retreat in the English countryside. Scheduled at an 18th-century manor turned luxury hotel and spa, the gathering is aimed at Europe's most influential CEOs. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei is expected to attend, and participants will hear from policymakers on AI adoption while getting hands-on exposure to unreleased Claude capabilities. The company described the event as part of an ongoing series to court large corporate customers. Anthropic confirmed the retreat is real and fits its broader strategy of deepening relationships with enterprise leaders. The development underscores the high-stakes environment in which frontier AI labs now operate. Even a simple misconfiguration in a routine content system can spill sensitive product details, internal strategy, and risk assessments into the open. For a company that has positioned itself as the more safety-conscious alternative to OpenAI, the leak is an unwelcome reminder that operational hygiene matters as much as model alignment when capabilities reach this level. Anthropic has not set a public release date for the new model, saying only that it will move deliberately. In the meantime, the early-access program will likely serve as both a testing ground and a controlled way to let trusted partners begin hardening their systems against the next wave of AI-powered cyber threats. The incident comes as competition among the leading labs intensifies, with each new model promising bigger leaps and bigger headaches, in capabilities that blur the line between powerful tool and potential weapon. Anthropic's challenge now is to prove it can handle the power it is building while keeping its own house in order.
How a leaked AI model that Anthropic is reportedly 'scared' to launch wiped out $14.5 billion from cybersecurity stocks in one day
Cybersecurity stocks plunged on March 27, after a report by Fortune revealed that AI giant Anthropic is working and testing a new AI model that the company itself feels could pose "unprecedented cybersecurity risks." The draft blog post of the company also accidentally exposed via an unsecured database, described the model codenamed Calude Capybara as powerful enough to help hackers bypass the exiting cyber defences. According to a report by Bloomberg, this leaked model of Anthropic wiped out nearly $14.5 billion in cybersecurity stocks. The fallout was immediate:* CrowdStrike, Palo Alto Networks, and Zscaler each dropped more than 5%* Cloudflare fell 3.2%* The Global X Cybersecurity ETF slid as much as 6.1%, erasing $14.5 billion in market value in a single dayAs per the Bloomberg report, the leaked draft suggested that Anthropic is also delaying the release of the model and it plans to share test results with cyber firms in order to help them prepare defences. Analysts feel that the AI giant is trying to prevent misuse by hackers, but the mere possibility of such risks rattled the investors. Bernstein's Peter Weed noted: "We think Anthropic is also trying to limit their product being used by hackers. This is good hygiene and a baseline expectation for their product."Earlier this year, hackers reportedly exploited Anthropic's chatbot to attack Mexican government agencies, stealing sensitive tax and voter data. Anthropic said it investigated, disrupted the activity, and banned the accounts involved.The company has also triggered sell-offs before. Just last month, Anthropic unveiled a tool to scan codebases for vulnerabilities, which sent shares of major cybersecurity firms tumbling.Despite the sell-off, some Wall Street voices urged calm. Stephens analyst Todd Weller said the market was "misinterpreting the news" and called it a buying opportunity. Portfolio manager Joe Tigay added: "If they are a cybersecurity threat, don't you want the best companies that deal with cybersecurity to be fighting it for you?"Anthropic's leaked model underscores the double-edged nature of advanced AI: while it can strengthen defenses, it can also empower attackers. With cybersecurity stocks already down more than 20% this year, the incident highlights how sensitive markets are to AI's disruptive potential.
California Bans Public Officials from Prediction Market Bets | Market Polymarket | CryptoRank.io
- Mar 27, 2026: California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Executive Order N-4-26 banning state appointees from betting on prediction markets (e.g., Polymarket, Kalshi) using non-public information to curb insider trading. - The order, prompted by bets tied to Iran strike speculation, raises regulatory scrutiny of crypto prediction markets and market integrity; California also fined crypto firms Nexo and Coinhub as part of broader enforcement, signaling a regulatory headwind for crypto, prediction markets, CEX/DeFi adoption and security oversight.
Anthropic vs Government data control: Why this case matters for India
The case highlights an emerging reality that control over digital infrastructure is increasingly becoming a constitutional issue. Earlier this month, the artificial intelligence company Anthropic sued the United States Department of Defense after the Pentagon designated the firm a 'supply-chain risk', effectively blacklisting it from certain Government contracts. Anthropic argues that the decision was arbitrary and retaliatory, particularly because the company had publicly resisted the use of its AI technology for military surveillance and autonomous weapons. Legal experts in the United States have suggested that the company may have a strong case. If the Pentagon's designation lacked clear statutory authority or procedural safeguards, the decision could be vulnerable to judicial scrutiny. But the dispute is about far more than procurement policy or defence contracting. At its core, the litigation reflects a growing global tension between governments seeking greater control over advanced technologies and companies attempting to impose limits on how those technologies are used. The case highlights an emerging reality that control over digital infrastructure is increasingly becoming a constitutional issue. It raises a broader question that is equally relevant to India's ongoing privacy debate, which is how much power should governments have over a person's data in a digital society? India's data protection framework under scrutiny India's answer to that question currently lies in the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act), the country's first comprehensive law regulating the processing of digital personal data. In theory, the objective of any data protection law is straightforward. It exists to ensure that individuals retain control over their personal information and that entities collecting such data remain accountable for how it is used. However, the design of the DPDP Act has already come under judicial scrutiny. Several petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the law are currently pending before the Supreme Court, and the Court has issued notice in these matters (the latest being Geeta Seshu and Anr. v. Union of India and Ors. [W.P.(C) No. 275/2026]). The core issue: State exemptions under the DPDP Act The petitioners argue that certain provisions of the DPDP Act may undermine the very right to privacy that the legislation is meant to protect. One of the central concerns relates to the wide exemptions granted to the State. The DPDP Act allows the Government to exempt its agencies from the application of key provisions of the law on grounds such as national security, public order, or the sovereignty and integrity of India. While such objectives are legitimate, the breadth of these exemptions raises an important constitutional concern. If the Government retains the ability to exempt itself from the very law designed to protect digital personal data, the balance between privacy and State power becomes difficult to maintain. The challenge to the DPDP Act, therefore, raises a deeper structural question of whether a law truly protects citizens' privacy if it places strict obligations on private entities while simultaneously allowing the State broad discretion over personal data? This is where the Anthropic dispute becomes particularly relevant. Why the Anthropic case matters for India In the United States case, a private technology company has chosen to challenge the actions of a Government agency that it believes exceeded its authority. The litigation illustrates how conflicts between technological development, surveillance concerns, and State power are increasingly being resolved through constitutional scrutiny. The case signals that the governance of data and digital infrastructure is becoming one of the most contested areas of public law. For India, this debate carries even greater significance. The country is among the fastest-growing digital economies in the world. The scale of such data ecosystems means that any misuse or unchecked access can have profound implications for privacy and civil liberties. The constitutional principle at stake Data protection laws, therefore, serve a critical constitutional function. They are safeguards meant to limit the concentration and misuse of digital informational power. If the ultimate goal of privacy legislation is to protect individuals from the misuse of their digital personal information, those protections must apply to the most powerful actors in the system as well. Governments, by virtue of their regulatory authority and access to large-scale data systems, are often the most powerful data processors in any jurisdiction. Otherwise, the balance between State authority and individual liberty risks being fundamentally altered. The Supreme Court's examination of the DPDP Act therefore represents a pivotal moment in India's evolving privacy jurisprudence. The apex court will ultimately have to determine whether the law strikes the correct balance between enabling governance and protecting citizens' fundamental rights. In doing so, the Court may also have to confront a central constitutional principle that lies at the heart of both the DPDP challenge and the Anthropic dispute which is a data protection law cannot claim to protect citizens' privacy if it restrains private actors but allows the State itself to operate with wide and largely unchecked powers over personal data. Conclusion Data protection laws were conceived as instruments to protect citizens' privacy in an increasingly digital world. If they are to fulfill that promise, they must ensure that the State itself remains subject to the same principles of accountability and restraint that it imposes on others. Rashmi Deshpande, who authored this article, is a founder of Fountainhead Legal, bringing nearly 20 years of experience across Big 4 consulting and top law firms. She has worked with Deloitte, BMR & Associates, KPMG, PwC, and was a partner at Khaitan & Co. before founding her firm in 2023. Her expertise spans data privacy, corporate advisory, contract drafting, and litigation across sectors like fintech, insurance, IT/ITES, life sciences, and real estate. She specialises in regulations such as India's DPDP Act and GDPR, helping clients with compliance, privacy policies, and data protection frameworks.
Kraken Brings TradFi Futures to Europe and Accelerates on Tokenized Stocks with xStocks
The crypto exchange Kraken multiplies offensives to erase the boundary between traditional finance and decentralized finance. In the space of ten days, the platform launched TradFi futures for its European clients, crossed the symbolic threshold of 100 tokenized stocks (xStocks) and deployed a points program (xPoints) that rewards DeFi activity around these tokens. Overview of three announcements that outline Kraken's multi-asset trajectory in 2026. Since March 16, 2026, eligible clients in the European Union can trade futures contracts on stock indices, commodities, and currencies directly from Kraken Pro. The offering covers about 70 markets, including the S&P 500, Nasdaq 100, gold, oil, and several major currency pairs. These contracts add to the more than 290 crypto perpetuals already available on the platform. The central point of this integration: a single account, a single interface. Where a trader historically had to juggle between a stock broker, a commodities platform, and a crypto exchange, Kraken now unites these asset classes in one place. The platform explicitly positions itself as a bridge between two worlds: the performance and liquidity of TradFi on one side, the flexibility and modernity of crypto trading on the other. The stated goal is clear: to allow covering a crypto position with a gold contract or reacting to a Fed decision by shorting an index, without leaving the app. Unlike stock markets that close at 4 p.m. (New York time), Kraken's TradFi futures follow the extended schedule of the CME Group: 23 hours a day, 5 days a week, from Sunday evening to Friday afternoon (Eastern Time). Detailed schedules and holiday calendars are available on the dedicated page (eu.kraken.com). Combined with crypto trading available 24/7, Kraken thus offers near-continuous market coverage. For active traders, this time difference is significant. A geopolitical event occurring on the weekend or after close can be anticipated via crypto perpetuals, then arbitraged when the TradFi market reopens, all from the same interface. The product relies on the European regulatory framework MiFID II and supervision by CySEC (Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission), while meeting CME Group standards. Users who fund their dedicated TradFi futures wallet receive real-time level 1 market data free of charge. An optional access to level 2 data, for in-depth order book reading, is also available. The launch of TradFi futures in Europe is part of a broader strategy. In March 2025, Kraken (via its parent company Payward) finalized the acquisition of NinjaTrader for 1.5 billion dollars, the largest transaction combining TradFi and crypto to date. NinjaTrader, a platform founded in 2003 and registered as a Futures Commission Merchant (FCM) with the CFTC, serves nearly 2 million traders in the United States. This acquisition allowed Kraken to launch Kraken Derivatives US, which provides U.S. residents direct access to CME contracts (Bitcoin, Ether, SOL, but also indices and commodities) via NinjaTrader's regulatory rails. Expansion to Europe thus completes the picture: U.S. clients go through NinjaTrader/Kraken Derivatives US, EU clients through Kraken Pro with CySEC license. Alongside derivatives, Kraken accelerates on the stock tokenization front. On March 18, 2026, the platform announced reaching 100 listed xStocks -- tokenized versions, backed 1:1, of some of the most demanded American stocks and ETFs. An xStock is an on-chain token issued by Backed Assets (based in Jersey), fully collateralized by the underlying stock or ETF. Each token reflects the value of the real asset, is tradable 24/7, and compatible with DeFi protocols on Ethereum and Solana. xStocks are not available in the United States or to U.S. residents. At their launch in June 2025, 60 stocks had been tokenized. The approach was intentionally gradual: ensuring liquidity depth before expanding the catalog. Nine months later, the 100 milestone is reached, and the roadmap targets over 500 xStocks by the end of 2026, with an ambition to include international stocks beyond the U.S. market in the long term. The traction numbers are significant. Since launch, xStocks have generated more than $25 billion in transaction volume, including $4 billion settled directly on-chain, with over 85,000 unique holders on supported networks. These data position xStocks as the reference infrastructure in the nascent tokenized stocks sector. On March 9, 2026, Nasdaq and Payward announced a partnership to develop an "equities transformation gateway" -- a bridge connecting regulated stock markets to blockchain networks. The idea: to allow tokenized stocks to circulate between Nasdaq's regulated environment and permissionless DeFi protocols, while preserving shareholder rights (voting, dividends). Nasdaq expects its stock token program to be operational in the first half of 2027, subject to SEC approval. If this project succeeds, it could mark a major turning point for the tokenization of securities worldwide. The last piece of the puzzle, xStocks unveiled on March 10, 2026 its xPoints program -- a points system rewarding active users in the tokenized stocks ecosystem. The program tracks on-chain activity of participants across several networks and various integrated platforms. Points accumulate based on several types of interactions: trading xStocks, providing liquidity in supported pools, using xStocks as collateral in lending/borrowing protocols, or participating in occasional quests. Position volumes are taken into account in the calculation. A permanent 20% bonus is granted to users who connect their wallet early, via the portal defi.xstocks.fi/points. All activity is automatically tracked on-chain. Kraken is methodically building a multi-asset platform that integrates crypto, TradFi futures, and tokenized stocks under one roof. With CME futures in Europe, 100 xStocks backed 1:1, the Nasdaq partnership, and the xPoints program, the exchange positions itself as an operational bridge between traditional finance and DeFi. The question is no longer whether stocks belong on the blockchain but how fast the infrastructure can keep up with demand.
Anthropic's new data shows AI skill builds over time, and that could widen the inequality gap
At the same time, the proportion of personal requests rose from 35 to 42 percent. The average economic value of the tasks completed on Claude.ai, measured in terms of the hourly wage of US workers in the associated professions, fell slightly from 49.30 to 47.90 dollars. According to Anthropic, this corresponds to a typical adoption curve, with early adopters preferring specialized tasks such as programming, while later adopters bring a broader range, including sports scores, product comparisons, and home maintenance questions. Overall, according to the study, around 49 percent of all professions have at least a quarter of their tasks carried out via Claude. The report draws a distinction between automation, where Claude works largely on its own, and augmentation, where humans and the model work together. Augmentation ticked up slightly on Claude.ai. The gap between experienced and new users is striking. Veterans are 8.7 percentage points less likely to simply hand Claude an instruction and far more likely to iterate on tasks. They use Claude 7 percentage points more often for professional purposes and bring more complex requests to the table. At the top end of the experience scale, the report finds activities like AI research, Git operations, and manuscript revision. Newcomers, by contrast, tend to ask for haikus, sports scores, or party food suggestions. Even after statistically controlling for task type, model choice, use case, and country of origin, the effect holds up. Experienced users see a success rate roughly 4 percentage points higher than newcomers working on the same task. In other words, getting good results from AI platforms is a skill that improves with practice. For the first time, the report also looks at which models people pick. Paying Claude.ai users gravitate toward Opus, the most capable option, specifically for complex work. For coding, 55 percent choose Opus; for educational tasks, only 45 percent do. API users react even more strongly to task complexity in their model choice -- roughly twice as much -- which makes sense given that the API audience skews more technical than the average Claude web user. The authors acknowledge that cohort effects are likely at play. Early adopters were probably more tech-savvy from the start, and people still using Claude after a year have likely zeroed in on tasks where the model works especially well. In the API, the report flags two workflow categories that have at least doubled their share since November. The first is sales and customer outreach automation: B2B lead qualification, cold-call email generation, that kind of thing. The second is automated trading operations, including market monitoring and specific investment recommendations. Within the U.S., usage is still converging across states, but more slowly than before. Anthropic now estimates it will take 5 to 9 years for usage per person to level out between states, up from the earlier projection of 2 to 5 years. Internationally, the gap is actually widening. The 20 countries with the highest usage per person now account for 48 percent of population-adjusted traffic, up from 45 percent in the previous report. The report points to the economic concept of "skill-biased technological change." Early adopters working on technically demanding tasks get more out of their interactions with Claude and benefit the most, while also being the group most exposed to AI-driven disruption. The authors close with a labor market warning: if using AI effectively is a skill that builds over time, the advantages of early adoption could become self-reinforcing. The data from the report is available on Hugging Face. In the previous Economic Index report in January, Anthropic measured Claude success rates systematically for the first time and ended up revising its productivity forecasts for the U.S. economy significantly downward. The first Economic Index from February 2025 found that AI assists humans more often than it replaces their work, and that 36 percent of all occupations already use AI for at least a quarter of their tasks.
Polymarket 'Informed' Traders Earned $143M in Abnormal Profits Since 2024, Research Finds
A new research report claims that a small group of "informed" traders on Polymarket have extracted $143 million in abnormal profits since 2024, raising fresh questions about fairness and information asymmetry on the leading blockchain-based prediction market platform. The study, reported by Odaily, found that traders with apparent information advantages earned $143 million in returns that exceed what an efficient market would predict. In financial research, "abnormal profits" refers to gains above and beyond what normal risk-adjusted returns would produce. The finding covers Polymarket activity since 2024, a period during which the platform saw explosive growth driven largely by betting markets tied to the U.S. presidential election cycle. The term "informed traders" in this context does not necessarily imply illegal activity. It describes participants who consistently trade with an apparent edge, whether from superior analysis, faster access to public information, or early knowledge of outcomes. This research adds to a growing body of evidence suggesting that Polymarket's gains are concentrated among a small elite. Separate reporting found that 70% of Polymarket traders lost money, with the top fraction of accounts capturing most of the platform's profits. A Columbia University study previously estimated that 25% of Polymarket trades are inflated, suggesting that a portion of platform activity may not reflect genuine forecasting demand. Concerns about bot-like activity have also surfaced. DL News reported that Polymarket users lost millions to bot-like bettors over the past year, pointing to automated strategies that may exploit slower retail participants. In a separate incident, CoinDesk reported apparent insider trading on a Polymarket market that was itself designed to detect insider trading, highlighting the difficulty of policing information asymmetry on decentralized platforms. Polymarket became a widely cited forecasting tool during the 2024 U.S. election, with media outlets and analysts referencing its odds as a proxy for real-time political sentiment. If a small group of informed traders systematically extracts value from less-informed participants, the platform's prices may still be accurate, but the cost of that accuracy falls disproportionately on retail bettors. The question is whether the losses absorbed by retail participants function as a necessary subsidy for accurate pricing, or whether the scale of informed trader profits signals a market where ordinary users are structurally disadvantaged. In traditional finance, informed trading exists in equity markets too, but regulatory frameworks impose disclosure requirements and insider trading laws to limit the asymmetry. All Polymarket trades settle on-chain, which is what made this academic research possible in the first place. The transparency of blockchain-based markets means that wallet-level analysis can identify patterns that would be invisible on traditional betting platforms. This on-chain auditability is a strength unique to crypto-native prediction markets. The scrutiny arrives as prediction markets face broader regulatory attention. CNN recently reported on geopolitical event betting on prediction platforms, a category that has drawn concern from policymakers about the ethics of wagering on conflict outcomes. For crypto market participants already navigating volatility in traditional digital assets, where Ethereum spot ETF outflows recently hit $48.5 million in a sustained streak, the Polymarket findings underscore a recurring theme: sophisticated players often hold structural advantages over retail in emerging markets. The growing regulatory focus on digital asset platforms, including legal challenges to major exchanges like Coinbase, suggests that prediction markets may face similar scrutiny as their volumes grow. Meanwhile, retail interest continues to flow into speculative crypto products, from meme token subscription offerings to leveraged trading, underscoring the gap between retail appetite and the structural edges available to sophisticated participants. Whether Polymarket will take steps to address the information asymmetry that researchers have identified remains an open question for the platform and its growing user base. Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Cryptocurrency and digital asset markets carry significant risk. Always do your own research before making decisions.
Jillian Michaels shreds Democrats sowing chaos with fearmongering over ICE at airports
Fitness expert Jillian Michaels denounced Democrats for their alarmist rhetoric about President Donald Trump deploying Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to airports during a Friday episode of "Actual Friends." House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries claimed on CNN's "State of the Union" Sunday that life had become "more chaotic" and "extreme" since Republicans gained power, suggesting ICE agents could victimize and murder Americans at airports. Michaels said on the podcast that Jeffries' remarks were outrageous and exemplified how Democrats were causing "chaos." WATCH: "You know, what pissed me off a ton is that he's, 'Oh, life has become more chaotic and more extreme.' I'm like, 'But here you are making sure to inject a new round of fear into people over federal law enforcement officers killing them as they go to take a flight for spring break,'" Michaels said. "You don't think that's extreme or it's going to make things chaotic?" "Like, all of this chaos is created by them ... it's just so infuriating," she added. "And the problem is that people are dying over it, but you are contributing to this massive powder keg." Michaels suggested that Democrats' rhetoric contributed to the fatal shootings of Alex Pretti and Renee Good by Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agents in January. She said they believed they were "fighting the Gestapo." The Trump administration deployed ICE agents on Monday to support Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents as airports face long lines due to the partial government shutdown, which has left TSA officers without pay. Senate Democrats voted to shut down DHS in February after the Pretti and Good shootings, demanding a list of immigration reforms in return for fully funding the department. Democratic New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker also repeatedly expressed "outrage" during a Monday press conference at Newark Airport after the Trump administration deployed the ICE agents to airports. "He's taking the very same agency that has been bursting into our schools, into our churches, into our hospitals, into our courts, and even to the homes of Americans," Booker said. "He's taking that agency that is reckless and out of control and bringing them to our airports under the lie that somehow this is going to help deal with the long lines that he created in the first place. This is an outrage." Comedian Adam Carolla rebuked Booker for his hysteria during a Friday episode of "The Adam & Dr. Drew Show," calling him "a fucking pussy" and accusing him of "lying about everything he's saying." White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt asserted on Wednesday that airport wait times had decreased amid the deployment of ICE agents, but said that the administration hoped for more progress. We have no tolerance for comments containing violence, racism, profanity, vulgarity, doxing, or discourteous behavior. Thank you for partnering with us to maintain fruitful conversation.
Anthropic's Secret "Claude Mythos" AI Model Leaked -- And It Could Change Everything
The AI world just got its biggest surprise of 2026. Anthropic accidentally left details of its most powerful unreleased model sitting in a publicly accessible data store -- and what got leaked has the entire tech industry talking. What Is Claude Mythos? A draft blog post stored in an unsecured, publicly searchable data cache revealed the new model is called Claude Mythos. Anthropic described it as "by far the most powerful AI model we've ever developed." The same leaked documents also referenced a new model tier called "Capybara" -- described as larger and more capable than Anthropic's existing Opus models, and more expensive to run. Capybara and Mythos appear to refer to the same underlying model. After Fortune alerted Anthropic to the leak, the company confirmed what the documents revealed. An Anthropic spokesperson called the model "a step change" and confirmed it is currently being tested with a small group of early access customers. Threads Claude Mythos at a Glance Why Is Anthropic Being So Cautious? The capabilities are remarkable -- but so are the risks. The leaked document states the model is "currently far ahead of any other AI model in cyber capabilities" and could enable hackers to exploit vulnerabilities at a scale that far outpaces defenders. Because of this, Anthropic's rollout plan focuses first on cybersecurity organizations, giving defenders a head start before the model reaches wider audiences. This isn't new territory for Anthropic. The company previously reported that a Chinese state-sponsored group had run a coordinated campaign using Claude Code to infiltrate roughly 30 organizations -- including tech companies, financial institutions, and government agencies -- before Anthropic detected and shut it down. Threads Artificial intelligence is advancing faster than most regulatory and security frameworks can keep up with -- and Claude Mythos may be the clearest proof yet. How Did the Leak Happen? Anthropic attributed the exposure to "human error," explaining that its content management system publishes digital assets to public URLs by default unless a user manually changes the privacy setting. Threads Close to 3,000 unpublished assets were reportedly accessible before the company locked things down. Want to stay updated on the latest AI model releases and tech developments? Check out our full AI coverage at TechnoSports for the latest news in tech and beyond.
Passengers Stranded Across Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, and China at Changi, Jakarta-Soekarno-Hatta, Penang, and Guangzhou Baiyun Airports as Multiple Airlines Cancel 24 Flights and Delay 321, Causing Travel Chaos in Asia - Travel And Tour World
Travelers at Penang International Airport, Singapore Changi Airport, Guangzhou Baiyun International airport and Jakarta-Soekarno-Hatta International Airport are facing massive disruptions due to widespread flight cancellations and delays impacting numerous airlines. With dozens of flights either canceled or significantly delayed, the situation is causing chaos for thousands of passengers traveling to and from these major hubs. Airlines such as Malindo Air, AirAsia, China Airlines, and Malaysia Airlines are among the hardest hit, affecting both local and international travelers. Passengers are being urged to stay informed, monitor flight statuses, and prepare for further disruptions. The massive cancellations and delays at Penang International Airport, Singapore Changi Airport, Guangzhou Baiyun airport and Jakarta-Soekarno-Hatta International Airport have left many passengers stranded and stressed. Travelers are facing uncertainty as they try to find alternate flights, accommodations, and means of transportation. At Penang International Airport, Malindo Air has experienced 21% cancellations, and Indonesia AirAsia has seen a staggering 28% of its flights delayed. AirAsia and China Airlines have also been heavily impacted, adding to the congestion at the airport. Passengers traveling with these airlines are facing longer-than-usual processing times, and many are unable to secure flights to their intended destinations due to the large volume of affected passengers. Widespread flight cancellations and delays at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport have left passengers stranded and frustrated. Long queues at check-in counters and customer service desks are causing delays as travelers scramble for rebooking options. With major airlines like China Southern Airlines and Air China affected, many passengers face uncertainty about when they can depart. The disruption is particularly challenging for families and elderly travelers. Passengers are urged to stay updated and communicate with airlines for rebooking and compensation. At Penang International Airport in Malaysia, the situation is particularly severe, with several airlines facing operational challenges. Malindo Air, one of the airport's primary carriers, has seen 21% of its flights canceled and 6% delayed. Indonesia AirAsia also reported high delays, with 28% of its flights affected, while AirAsia saw 8% of its flights delayed, further increasing the backlog. The delays and cancellations have resulted in many passengers being stranded at the airport, struggling to find alternative travel options. Airlines are working to manage the situation, but passengers have been advised to contact their airlines for rebooking and additional assistance. For those traveling to popular destinations, delays are causing ripple effects throughout the regional flight schedules. The iconic Singapore Changi Airport, one of the busiest aviation hubs in the world, is not immune to the widespread disruptions. Airlines such as Singapore Airlines, Scoot, and Emirates have reported significant delays. Singapore Airlines experienced a 2% delay rate, while Scoot, a budget airline, saw 7% of its flights delayed. Emirates also experienced a 20% delay rate, causing long lines and frustration among passengers at the airport. With Changi Airport serving as a major international transit hub, the disruptions have affected not only direct flights to and from Singapore but also connecting flights to other international destinations. Passengers are being urged to stay updated through Changi's official channels and to contact their airlines for rescheduling information. Jakarta-Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, the primary airport in Indonesia, is seeing an even larger volume of delayed and canceled flights. Airlines such as Lion Air, Sriwijaya Air, and Malaysia Airlines have been particularly affected. Lion Air experienced a 5% delay rate, while Sriwijaya Air saw 6% of its flights delayed. Additionally, Malaysia Airlines reported 14% delays, further adding to the growing chaos at the airport. The delays at Jakarta's main international hub are compounded by unpredictable weather conditions and operational issues. AirAsia and Garuda Indonesia also reported disruptions, with Garuda experiencing a 6% delay rate on its flights. Passengers at the airport are facing long queues and uncertainty about rescheduled flight times. Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is experiencing significant disruptions, with numerous flight cancellations affecting both domestic and international travelers. Airlines such as China Southern Airlines, Air China, and Shandong Airlines have reported a high volume of cancellations and delays, leaving thousands of passengers stranded. As the situation unfolds, travelers are urged to check flight statuses and stay updated through airport announcements and airline customer service. One of the major cancellations reported is Gulf Air's 100% cancellation of flights, leaving passengers without options to travel. Air China also saw 13 flights delayed, affecting travelers trying to reach various international destinations. The large number of delayed flights is causing a ripple effect across multiple airlines, leading to a backlog of passengers at each airport. China Eastern Airlines and China Southern Airlines reported 25 and 35 delayed flights, respectively, which has left passengers scrambling for new flights. The total number of affected passengers is in the thousands, and the overall impact on the air travel network is still unfolding. As the flight cancellations and delays continue to affect operations at Penang, Singapore Changi, and Jakarta-Soekarno-Hatta International Airports, travelers are advised to monitor the latest updates from their airlines and the airports. With major cancellations still in effect and the possibility of further delays, passengers should be prepared for additional disruptions. Stay proactive by checking flight statuses regularly and communicating with your airline's customer service for rebooking options and compensation details.
