ThursdayMar 19, 2026 10:00 am

Banking Sector on Alert as AI-Driven Fraud Grows

Cyber risks are intensifying across the financial services industry as institutions expand digital platforms and integrate advanced technologies. A new study points to the growing scale of the problem, particularly for fintech companies operating in rapidly evolving digital environments.  Findings from the Fortinet Report on Cybersecurity for the Banking Sector in Africa and the Middle East 2026 illustrate the pressure facing banks and financial technology firms across the region.  The report points to a dramatic increase in fraud schemes powered by AI, with such activity surging by about 1,300%. As mobile banking and digital payment platforms expand, institutions are facing more attempts involving identity impersonation, fabricated…

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ThursdayMar 19, 2026 9:45 am

SPARC AI Inc. (CSE: SPAI) (OTCQB: SPAIF) Explores GPS Alternatives in Evolving Electronic Warfare Landscape

Disseminated on behalf of SPARC AI Inc. (CSE: SPAI) (OTCQB: SPAIF) and may include paid advertising. The vulnerability of satellite navigation has become a serious concern for both defense planners and civilian infrastructure operators. The SPARC AI platform is designed for target intelligence, geolocation and autonomous navigation in GPS-denied environments. In defense technology, a software-only or software-first navigation layer can be attractive because it may reduce hardware burden, improve flexibility and potentially integrate with existing unmanned systems. Modern warfare increasingly depends on precise positioning and timing signals, yet those same signals are becoming more vulnerable in contested environments. Electronic warfare…

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WednesdayMar 18, 2026 10:30 am

Beeline Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: BLNE) Partners with TYTL Corp on Tokenized Fractional Real Estate Model

Beeline Holdings Inc. has partnered with TYTL Corp. to support fractional equity transactions in U.S. residential real estate, and have already finalized 11 fractional equity acquisitions and launched an initial property portfolio. The product is branded at BeelineEquity and can be found on Beeline's website representing a significant revenue opportunity for Beeline - Every $1B in transaction value represents $41M in revenue for Beeline. Tokenization model combines traditional and blockchain infrastructure, as property interests are deed-recorded through standard closings before being tokenized on-chain. Beeline’s digital mortgage, title, and closing infrastructure will facilitate scaling of the fractional equity model, with the…

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TuesdayMar 17, 2026 10:00 am

EU Nations Back Ban on Sexualized AI Deepfakes

Diplomats representing the European Union’s member countries recently agreed to support a bloc-wide prohibition on artificial intelligence systems that can produce explicit images of individuals without their consent.  The proposal gained momentum after a controversy earlier this year involving Grok, the AI assistant integrated with the social media platform X. At the request of users, the system produced a vast number of fabricated nude images depicting real people. Among those affected were minors, which intensified public criticism and sparked demands for stronger safeguards.  After widespread backlash, X announced in January that it would enforce a strict ban on sexually manipulated deepfakes involving women and children. The company also said it had implemented changes designed to…

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TuesdayMar 17, 2026 9:00 am

Safe Pro Group Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAI) Completes Delivery of AI Edge Processing System to the U.S. Government, and Announces a Drone Inspection Contract with a Multinational Telecommunications Firm

Security and defense company Safe Pro Group recently announced that it has executed full delivery of the company’s AI-powered edge processing systems to the U.S. Government. The delivery proved that the company can rapidly execute contracts under U.S. Government programs, as it delivered these systems 15 days after the receipt of the award. SPAI also announced that the company’s subsidiary, Airborne Response, LLC, has gotten a purchase order from a multinational telecommunications firm to provide aerial inspections and asset management services. Safe Pro Group (NASDAQ: SPAI), a tech company that delivers security and defense solutions, recently announced that it has…

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FridayMar 13, 2026 10:00 am

Anthropic Sues DoD for Blacklisting the Company

AI company Anthropic has taken legal action against the U.S. Defense Department, accusing the government of unlawfully labeling the firm a national security “supply chain risk.” The lawsuits, filed Monday in federal courts, mark the latest development in a prolonged dispute between the company and defense officials over how the military can use its advanced AI systems.  The company submitted two separate complaints, one in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit and another before the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. Both filings challenge a decision announced by the Pentagon last week that formally categorized Anthropic as a potential supply chain threat.  According…

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ThursdayMar 12, 2026 10:00 am

MIT Scientists Develop AI Models That Explain Their Output

In sectors where decisions carry serious consequences, such as medical diagnosis, professionals often need to understand how AI reaches its conclusions. A research team from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology has introduced a new technique designed to make these systems both more transparent and more accurate.  Their work focuses on a method known as concept bottleneck modeling, which is meant to reveal how an AI model arrives at a particular prediction.  Traditionally, specialists determine which concepts a model should use. For example, when examining images of skin lesions, a doctor might suggest indicators such as grouped brown spots or uneven pigmentation to help the model identify melanoma. While these expert-defined features can…

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WednesdayMar 11, 2026 12:00 pm

Positioning for a GPS-Denied Future: SPARC AI Expands U.S. Defense Footprint with Proven Industry Leadership

Disseminated on behalf of SPARC AI Inc. (CSE: SPAI) (OTCQB: SPAIF) and may include paid advertising. Matt McCrann, former CEO of DroneShield’s U.S. subsidiary, appointed to lead SPARC AI’s North American expansion Overwatch platform delivers software-only GPS-denied targeting and navigation without radar, lidar, or additional hardware Integration with platforms such as Parrot ANAFI GOV/MIL and open flight systems supports scalable defense adoption In modern conflict environments, GPS can no longer be assumed. Jamming, spoofing, and signal denial have transformed positioning and targeting from convenience into a vulnerability, forcing defense agencies to rethink how autonomous systems operate in contested airspace and…

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TuesdayMar 10, 2026 12:00 pm

TechForce Robotics (NGTF) Expands Robotics-as-a-Service, Strengthening Its Position in Hospitality Automation

NGTF reported $2.97M in revenue, highlighting growth in RaaS and hospitality operations Nightfood Holdings leverages AI-driven robots to optimize service workflows and cut down on labor costs These updates reflect the company’s broader mission: redefining operational efficiency through autonomous solutions Nightfood Holdings (d.b.a. TechForce Robotics) (OTCQB: NGTF) is entering a defining chapter in its corporate evolution. The company continues to make expanded inroads into the hospitality and service automation sector, combining AI, robotics, and flexible business models to meet the increased demand for efficiency.  According to its recently filed Form 10-Q for the period ended Dec 31, 2025, NGTF reported…

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TuesdayMar 10, 2026 11:15 am

MAX Power Mining Corp. (CSE: MAXX) (OTC: MAXXF) Initiates Commercial Evaluation of Canada’s First Confirmed Subsurface Natural Hydrogen System

Disseminated on behalf of MAX Power Mining Corp. (CSE: MAXX) (OTC: MAXXF) and may include paid advertising. MAX Power outlined the next phase of its development plan, following its confirmation of Canada’s first-ever natural hydrogen subsurface system at its Lawson site near Central Butte. A cornerstone of the next phase is the commencement of a 3D seismic survey across a 47-square-kilometer area at Lawson, with all required permits and approvals in place. MAX Power has also identified more than 80 additional subsurface structures along the Genesis Trend that display geological features analogous to those at Lawson. MAX Power Mining (CSE:…

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