Mount Etna eruption disrupts air traffic in Sicily
A powerful ash eruption from Mount Etna, an active volcano on the Italian island of Sicily, has disrupted air traffic and affected operations at Catania Airport.
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In AI era, it is especially important to know how to ask right questions — PASHA Holding CEO
Bill Gates warns AI could lead to billion deaths
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has once again warned about the risks posed by the uncontrolled development of artificial intelligence (AI).
Italy's Catania airport shuts as Etna ash halts flights
OpenAI AI agents targeted US government websites for data access
OpenAI AI agents interacted with the websites of three US government agencies without the company’s knowledge and attempted to obtain data from the US Department of Education.
Azerbaijan aims to train specialists capable of creating jobs
2nd AIIF concludes, 23 documents worth $10.8 billion signed
Panel session on emerging investment areas in real estate, tourism and urban development held at AIIF 2026
Video on President Ilham Aliyev’s participation in 2nd AIIF shared on his social media accounts - VIDEO
SOCAR reveals details of agreements signed as part of AIIF 2026
SOCAR signs agreements with various companies within the 2nd AIIF
PASHA Bank discusses international financial cooperation at AIIF 2026
Agreements exceeding $10B in potential investments signed within AIIF 2026 - official
Energy minister outlines Azerbaijan’s energy infrastructure priorities at AIIF 2026
Role of intangible investments in economic growth discussed at AIIF 2026
US military aid package for Ukraine to exclude Patriot missiles
The administration of US President Donald Trump has decided not to include missiles for Patriot air defense systems in a $400 million military aid package for Ukraine.
Panel session on critical raw materials and global economic security held as part of AIIF 2026
US, China agree to establish 'communication channel' for AI incidents
The United States and China have agreed to establish a communication channel for discussing various incidents involving artificial intelligence (AI).
Azerbaijan could become tourism destination combining features of Las Vegas, Dubai and Miami - Businessman Aghalarov
Total assets managed by institutions participating in AIIF 2026 reach $30 trillion
Tesla's Optimus said to face production issues
Tesla Inc.'s plans to exponentially increase the production of its Optimus humanoid robots have hit a rough patch, with the company struggling to reliably manufacture the robots at scale due to their "intricate" hands, as well as issues with automated equipment and supplier constraints, the Information reported on Friday, citing people familiar with the matter.
Greer: No AI chip talks with China this time
United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said on Friday that the US and China reached an agreement with China on a "subset" of goods and that the two countries are now in a "managed trade situation."
Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Digital Development and Transport, AZCON Holding and Microsoft Ireland Operations Limited ink MoU
Google plans first AI data center in space
Google is preparing to conduct the first orbital test of its Project Suncatcher, launching a prototype satellite equipped with Tensor Processing Units (TPUs) to study whether AI computing infrastructure can operate in space.
Netanyahu’s plane passes through Canadian airspace despite ICC arrest warrant
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s plane flew through Canadian airspace on Thursday, September 24, en route to New York for the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, despite an International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant against him.
Kazakhstan discusses UBTECH robotics deployment in Alatau City
Bitget hit by $351.6 million crypto hack in one of year’s biggest heists
Cryptocurrency exchange Bitget has been hacked, resulting in the theft of $351.6 million. Withdrawals have been temporarily suspended, while access to deposits and trading remains available. The incident could become the largest crypto hack of the year.
Uzbekistan Airways picks China's Jiatai seats for new Airbus A321neo fleet
Kazakhstan discusses energy, AI and nuclear projects with Chinese companies
Azerbaijan possesses strong potential for dev't of AI and digital services – official
Spartan College, National Aviation Academy of Azerbaijan sign co-op agreement to train aircraft technicians
Kyrgyzstan seeks to expand international cooperation in digital trade and AI
Market discipline and AI dev't support global economic resilience - Roubini Macro Associates
Roubini Macro Associates: AI has become major growth driver for global economy
Azerbaijan aims to create added value by strengthening interregional ties - Minister
Russian citizens allegedly behind US software firm serving Pentagon
The true owners of a US-based company that sells software to the Pentagon and other US government agencies have been identified as Russian citizens who, according to a federal indictment, also sold similar software to Russian intelligence and law enforcement agencies.
Armenian military personnel trained on Akash air defense system in India
12 documents to be signed as part of AIIF 2026
Google to unveil new Gemini AI model
Google is preparing to launch Gemini 4, the next flagship version of its artificial intelligence model, and is aiming to release it well before the end of 2026, The Information reports.
Microsoft ends cooperation with ICC
Microsoft has ended its cooperation with the International Criminal Court (ICC) amid preparations by the United States to impose broad sanctions on the institution, forcing the court to switch to alternative digital services.
Buy Nothing smartphone at MyShops and get 6 GB of mobile internet from Azercell for 6 months
Nothing smartphones are available on a 12-month installment plan with no interest or additional fees
Uzbekistan, Türkiye seek to boost tourist flows, air connectivity
Turkmenistan denies Iranian airlines permission to use its airspace
UAE suspends flights by Iranian airlines
OpenAI agent hacked Australian government website
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described as "unacceptable" an incident in which an OpenAI AI model allegedly bypassed security safeguards and gained unauthorized access to an Australian government website.
France, Greece and Italy allow Netanyahu’s plane to cross airspace despite ICC warrant
France, Greece and Italy have allowed the aircraft carrying Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to cross their airspace as he traveled to New York for the United Nations General Assembly, despite an outstanding International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant against him.
Humanoid robots to join Japan’s army
The Japanese government is considering the possibility of using humanoid robots in the defense sector. According to sources, the machines are planned to be equipped with artificial intelligence (AI), allowing them to navigate independently, analyze their surroundings, and perform various physical tasks.
Azerbaijan turns to metals, AI and industry to reduce oil dependence
Budget forecasts, a new metallurgy programme and a widening circle of foreign investors suggest Baku is serious about outgrowing hydrocarbons.
Changi Airports to participate in construction of new airport in Kazakhstan's Astana
