Chief Warship Scientist Guo Wei Detained in China Over Academic Misconduct
Guo Wei, a prominent scientist at China's Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, has been detained over accusations of serious academic misconduct and suspected misuse of state research funds. The university has dismissed him and police are now handling the case, raising concerns about research integrity.
Saudi Arabia Advances Ethical AI Dialogue at UNESCO Global MIL Week
The Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA) underscored the Kingdom's commitment to ethical artificial intelligence during UNESCO's Global Media and Information Literacy Week, held from October 24-31, 2025. SDAIA, in collaboration with the International Center for AI Research and Ethics, hosted a virtual session on 'Deepfakes: Responsible Use and Social Risks' to foster global dialogue on responsible AI.
Miriam Santos Becomes First Portuguese to Win Prestigious ERCIM Cor Baayen Award
Dr. Miriam Santos, a professor at FCUP and INESC TEC researcher, has made history as the first Portuguese to receive the ERCIM Cor Baayen Early Career Researcher Award for her groundbreaking work on data quality for responsible AI systems. The 2025 award recognizes her significant contributions to AI ethics and data-centric AI.