How China’s A.I. Is Surging Across Africa

By: Paul Mozur， Adam Satariano and Aaron Krolik — 5 August 2026 at 18:53

In African tech hubs, developers are picking China’s cheap, freely available artificial intelligence models over more powerful U.S. ones.

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The 20-Somethings Running Ukraine’s War Machine

By: Constant Méheut — 17 July 2026 at 10:29

A new generation has been cutting red tape to speed weapons to the front. But the old guard pushed back, and now Ukraine’s young defense minister is out.

A friend’s call for help led Mykhailo Rudominski into defense work. His company, Himera, makes electronic warfare-resistant radios.

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A.I.-Themed High School Is Put on Hold After Parental Backlash

By: Matthew Haag — 27 April 2026 at 23:20

Families in New York City expressed concerns about the rapid adoption of the technology. The schools chancellor also canceled a plan to close two Upper West Side schools.

Demonstrators rallied in April against the use of generative artificial intelligence in New York City schools.

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Detroit Aims to Become Center of U.S. Drone Manufacturing

By: Farah Stockman and Sylvia Jarrus — 14 April 2026 at 09:02

The state, known for making cars, is spending millions to entice drone manufacturers that can bring new business to auto suppliers.

“Frankly, we wouldn’t be able to afford 420,000 square feet in downtown San Francisco,” said Keith Miao, the founder of Birdstop, a drone start-up in Detroit.

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