Conduct

Microsoft is publishing a 37-page 'humanist AI code of conduct' amid growing safety concerns. The move follows calls from Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei to slow AI development.

AI Policy • The Verge AI

Microsoft introduced a new AI code of conduct that lays out general principles for its AI models, including supporting humans rather than replacing them and specific safety constraints like not hacking systems or tricking humans. The code aims to guide responsible AI development.

Policy • TechCrunch

Huawei plans to launch its next-generation Ascend 960DT AI chip in Q1 2027 as it accelerates efforts to challenge Nvidia and reduce China's AI computing gap. The timeline highlights Beijing's push for domestic AI hardware independence.

Semiconductors • TechCrunch

Comp AI • Series A

Comp AI raised a $34 million Series A to expand its AI-agent platform for drafting security policies, collecting audit evidence, and conducting continuous compliance monitoring.