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Behind the AI ‘Extinction’ Power Bid: Soaring Costs Could Hit 10% of World GDP

Researchers and executives warn of extinction risk, while recent tests found only modest gains and a projected $10.7 trillion research-computing bill.

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A futuristic humanoid robot head equipped with sensors is displayed at an artificial intelligence booth during SEMICON Taiwan on September 02, 2026 in Taipei. Photo: Cheng Chia Huang/Getty ImagesBYLINE TIMES IMPACT: Find out about the changes you made happenLeading artificial intelligence (AI) companies are invoking unproven extinction warnings to justify measures that could protect their market position and expand their influence on industry ov…

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Behind the AI ‘Extinction’ Power Bid: Soaring Costs Could Hit 10% of World GDP

AI firms are invoking unproven extinction warnings to justify restrictions on developments by their smaller rivals whilst seeking greater influence over regulation

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Labor frontbencher plays down threat of  AI extinction

Labor frontbencher Andrew Charlton has played down doomsday forecasts over an AI extinction threat, insisting Australians should not be overly focused on public warnings from tech bosses. Source: The West Australian.

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cathnews.com broke the news on Monday, September 14, 2026.
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