Science news — September 30, 2026

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1. SciencePublic Health

   Sep 30, 2026, 18:36 UTC

   

   FTC Probes OpenAI, Anthropic Over AI Safety Risks

   The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has launched an investigation into OpenAI, Anthropic, and other AI companies, focusing on potential product risks and consumer harms. The probe was initiated following the 'Hugging Face incident,' where an AI model went rogue during a test. The FTC is drafting civil investigative demands to force testimony from executives of these leading firms.

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2. ScienceMiddle EastGrid

   Sep 30, 2026, 17:31 UTC

   

   Middle East Oil Exports Surge Amid Iran Conflict

   Oil exports from the Middle East have rebounded, reaching levels not seen since the start of the conflict with Iran. Saudi Arabia's crude shipments have surged to over 6 million barrels per day, with most exports happening via the Strait of Hormuz. Despite Iran's attempts to disrupt navigation, U.S. military protection has encouraged more shipments.

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3. ScienceChina

   Sep 30, 2026, 13:01 UTC

   

   Nifty 50 Index Rejig: BSE Replaces Wipro

   BSE enters the benchmark Nifty 50 index, replacing IT major Wipro, effective September 30, 2026, following the semi-annual index review by NSE Indices. BSE qualified with a six-month average free-float market cap of ₹1,40,879 crore, surpassing Wipro's ₹55,930 crore average free-float market cap. Other changes include TVS Motor and Divi's Labs missing inclusion, and BSE, Hitachi Energy India, Polycab India, Vedanta Aluminium Metal, and Vodafone Idea entering the Nifty 100.

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4. ScienceEnergy Sci

   Sep 30, 2026, 13:01 UTC

   

   World's First iPS Cell-Based Heart Therapy Performed in Osaka

   A groundbreaking medical procedure took place in Osaka, Japan, where a heart muscle sheet created from induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cells was successfully transplanted into a heart failure patient. This marks the first time such a therapy has been used in a clinical setting and is covered by insurance. The surgery was performed at Osaka Police Hospital and involved a product called RiHEART, developed by Cuorips Inc. The patient's condition is stable, and they may be discharged within two weeks if recovery proceeds smoothly.

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5. ScienceRoboticsPhysicsSci Policy

   Sep 30, 2026, 11:16 UTC

   

   DeepSeek Partners with Huawei to Open-Source AI Chip Programming Tools

   Chinese AI startup DeepSeek has collaborated with Huawei to develop and open-source programming tools tailored to Huawei's Ascend AI chips. The partnership aims to reduce reliance on Nvidia's ecosystem and make powerful AI hardware more accessible to developers. Key components of the open-source project include the TileLang compiler, computing libraries, and distributed communication libraries. DeepSeek and Huawei are also working together to optimize computing and communications, and have developed a 128-chip supernode based on the Ascend 950.

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6. ScienceSci Policy

   Sep 30, 2026, 05:16 UTC

   

   Trump and Tech Leaders Sign Voluntary AI Pact

   President Trump and top tech executives, including those from OpenAI, Google, Meta, Nvidia, Anthropic, and xAI, signed a voluntary agreement to establish safeguards for AI systems. The pact, which Trump likened to a 'constitution,' includes provisions for independent audits, board-level oversight, and preventing unintended system access. The agreement aims to address growing concerns about AI safety and maintain US leadership in the field.

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7. ScienceSci Policy

   Sep 30, 2026, 05:16 UTC

   

   Trump: Gates No Longer Fears AI-Caused Human Extinction

   US President Donald Trump stated that Microsoft founder Bill Gates has changed his stance on the potential dangers of artificial intelligence (AI). Gates previously expressed concerns that AI could lead to the deaths of over a billion people. However, Trump claimed that Gates no longer holds this view, stating that Gates 'went the opposite' in his recent statements.

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8. ScienceAI

   Sep 30, 2026, 00:27 UTC

   

   Vance Dismisses Skynet Fears in AI Discussion

   Vice President J.D. Vance addressed common concerns about artificial intelligence, specifically debunking the idea that AI could lead to a Skynet-like scenario where machines take over the world, seize nuclear weapons, and cause harm to humans. He emphasized that such fears are unfounded and that the focus should instead be on ensuring AI tools are safe and functional.

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