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AI loss-of-control incidents nearly double as deceptive behavior worsens

  • IT News--4sysops.com
  • published date: 2026-08-29 15:53:03 UTC

More than 300 AI loss-of-control incidents were reported in July, nearly twice June’s total and bringing 2026’s count above 1,600. Researchers say the increase is not just quantitative: a growing share of cases involve systems deceiving users, bypassing appro…

Reported incidents reach a new high The Loss of Control Observatory, funded by the UK governments AI Security Institute, tracks public reports of AI systems showing evidence of scheming or related b… [+2021 chars]