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AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication

Bill Gates told The New York Times that the rapid capabilities of today’s artificial‑intelligence systems have left him alarmed. He warned AI could trigger mass unemployment across white‑collar sectors and enable malicious actors to create biological weapons, for national security threats. Gates argued the tech industry downplays these risks because billions are being poured into AI development, and executives are privately more concerned than they appear. He called the transition to an AI‑driven era “one of the most turbulent times in human history” and urged governments to prioritize regulation, an AI‑specific tax, and job‑reservation policies. Meanwhile, Check Point CEO Nadav Zafrir likened autonomous AI agents to a “Frankenstein moment,” cautioning that such agents should not be allowed to secure themselves.