Anthropic’s Mythos Delivers Striking Early Results In AI-Driven Cybersecurity, Found More Than 10,000 Vulnerabilities

By

-

May 24, 2026

Anthropic has released its first progress report on Project Glasswing, the ambitious cybersecurity initiative launched in April aimed at turning advanced AI into a powerful defensive weapon against AI-powered cyberattacks.

Powered by the unreleased Claude Mythos Preview model, the project has already produced impressive outcomes in its first month, uncovering more than 10,000 vulnerabilities across partner organizations.

The initiative represents a sophisticated acknowledgment of a growing reality in cybersecurity: as AI systems become more capable, the most effective defense may lie in deploying similarly advanced AI to hunt for weaknesses before malicious actors can exploit them.

Strong Results from Key Partners

The report highlights how Mythos Preview is outperforming traditional security methods in both speed and thoroughness. Most participating organizations have each identified hundreds of critical or high-severity vulnerabilities in their software using the model.

Notable examples include:

Cloudflare discovered 2,000 bugs, with 400 classified as high or critical severity.
Mozilla identified and fixed 271 vulnerabilities in Firefox — a tenfold increase compared to previous scans using an earlier Claude model.
Microsoft has linked larger-than-usual patch releases to vulnerabilities uncovered through Mythos Preview.

Anthropic also conducted its own scans of 1,000 open-source projects, identifying 6,202 high- and critical-severity vulnerabilities out of a total of 23,019. One independent security research firm reportedly used the model to successfully breach macOS, chaining exploits in a system long considered among the most secure.

These results suggest Mythos Preview is operating at a level where it can systematically map and prioritize vulnerabilities far more efficiently than human-led teams, potentially shifting the balance in the cybersecurity arms race.

Despite the promising defensive applications, Anthropic has chosen not to release Mythos Preview to the general public. The company stated that no organization, including itself, has yet developed adequate safeguards to prevent such a powerful model from being misused for offensive purposes.

This measured approach aligns with Anthropic’s founding emphasis on responsible AI development and constitutional principles. The company plans to release “Mythos-class models” in the future once robust safeguards are in place. In the meantime, it is expanding Project Glasswing through partnerships with the U.S. government and other nations, signaling a strategic effort to strengthen ties with policymakers and position itself as a trusted partner in national security.

Current collaborators already include a formidable lineup: Amazon Web Services, Apple, CrowdStrike, Google, JPMorgan Chase, NVIDIA, and Palo Alto Networks, among others. This ecosystem of leading technology and security firms creates a powerful collaborative network for advancing AI-assisted defense capabilities.

Financial Strength Fuels Ambitious Safety Agenda

The progress on Project Glasswing arrives as Anthropic approaches its first profitable quarter since its founding in 2021. According to a recent Wall Street Journal report, the company is on track to generate $10.9 billion in revenue and an operating profit of $559 million for the quarter ending in June. However, Anthropic does not anticipate sustained profitability in subsequent quarters, as it plans to significantly ramp up investments in computing infrastructure, talent acquisition, and safety research.

This financial momentum provides Anthropic with greater flexibility to pursue long-term, high-impact initiatives like Glasswing without immediate commercial pressures, allowing the company to prioritize safety and societal benefit alongside technological advancement.

Project Glasswing is seen as an indication of a maturing understanding within the AI community that powerful models must be harnessed for defense as aggressively as they are developed for capability. The traditional asymmetry in cybersecurity, where attackers need only find one vulnerability while defenders must secure everything, is being challenged by AI systems that can comprehensively scan, prioritize, and even suggest fixes at scale.

Yet the dual-use nature of these tools remains the central tension. The same capabilities that empower defenders can, in the wrong hands, dramatically lower the barrier for sophisticated attacks. Anthropic’s decision to limit access while building trusted partnerships reflects a responsible path forward, but it also highlights the growing importance of governance frameworks for frontier AI in sensitive domains like cybersecurity.

Elon Musk’s Shifting Energy Vision: SpaceX Filing Reveals xAI’s Heavy Reliance on Natural Gas as Tesla’s Clean Energy Master Plan Takes a Backseat

By

Samuel Nwite

-

May 24, 2026

0

Elon Musk’s companies are showing signs of divergent priorities in their energy strategy. While Tesla has long championed an electrified, solar-powered future, a new SpaceX IPO filing highlights how Musk’s xAI is leaning heavily on fossil fuels to power its rapidly expanding AI infrastructure — raising questions about whether the original Tesla Master Plans are being quietly deprioritized in favor of immediate AI demands.

The SpaceX prospectus, released this week, offers a rare window into Musk’s sprawling empire and reveals that xAI is using dozens of unregulated natural gas turbines to fuel its data centers, with plans to purchase an additional $2.8 billion worth of such equipment, according to TechCrunch.

This marks a notable departure from the clean energy ethos that has defined much of Musk’s public persona and Tesla’s long-term roadmap.

Tesla’s Master Plans, four iterations released over the years, have consistently centered on accelerating the transition away from hydrocarbons. In the very first Master Plan, Musk articulated the company’s core purpose.

“The overarching purpose of Tesla Motors…is to help expedite the move from a mine-and-burn hydrocarbon economy towards a solar electric economy,” he said.

Master Plan Part 3, released just three years ago, laid out a detailed vision for eliminating fossil fuels through massive scaling of solar, batteries, and electric vehicles. The plan positioned Tesla as a key player in decarbonizing not just transportation but the entire global energy system.

Yet the SpaceX filing paints a different picture for Musk’s newest venture. xAI’s data centers are currently running on natural gas, and there is little mention of significant solar procurement from Tesla to power them. While xAI has purchased $697 million worth of Tesla Megapacks (grid-scale battery storage) over the last two years to manage peak loads, and SpaceX has bought 1,279 Cybertrucks for $131 million, the absence of material solar adoption stands out.

Space-Based Solar as the Long-Term Bet

Instead of terrestrial solar, the filing emphasizes space-based solar power as the future solution for energy-intensive data centers. SpaceX argues that orbital solar arrays could generate more than five times the energy of ground-based systems due to continuous sunlight without atmospheric interference or weather disruptions.

This reflects Musk’s well-known enthusiasm for space-based energy concepts. He and other Silicon Valley leaders have increasingly discussed lofting massive server racks into orbit to bypass earthly constraints like NIMBY opposition, grid limitations, and land use issues.

However, the economics remain daunting: launching and maintaining data centers in space would face enormous challenges, including far higher power costs than terrestrial operations, radiation protection for chips, and the technical difficulty of distributing AI training workloads across satellites.

The filing acknowledges that AI compute demand could reach “terawatt-scale annual growth,” far outstripping current global data center consumption of around 40 gigawatts. Musk’s “first principles” approach is evident here; he starts from the projected need and works backward, concluding that space may ultimately be the only scalable solution.

Critics see a clear contradiction. While Tesla continues to promote solar roofs, Megapacks, and vehicle electrification, Musk’s AI ambitions appear to be accelerating fossil fuel use in the short term. xAI’s natural gas turbines are described as stopgaps until space-based solutions mature, but that timeline remains speculative. Musk has a track record of optimistic projections, and many of his grand visions (full self-driving, Mars colonization) have taken longer than initially promised.

The reliance on natural gas also highlights the immense energy appetite of modern AI. Training and running frontier models requires enormous, always-on power, often in locations where renewable infrastructure is not yet sufficient. This creates a tension between the clean energy ideals Musk has championed for nearly two decades and the raw computational demands of the AI race he is now deeply embedded in.

However, there is growing concern, especially from energy analysts, that this divergence could have several consequences, highlighted as follows:

For Tesla: If xAI continues prioritizing natural gas over Tesla solar and storage solutions, it may represent a missed opportunity for internal synergy and send mixed signals to investors and customers who bought into the clean energy narrative.

For the Energy Transition: Musk’s influence is enormous. A visible pivot toward fossil fuels for AI infrastructure could slow momentum on terrestrial renewables, even as he continues to advocate for them publicly.

For Investors: SpaceX’s IPO filing provides rare insight into Musk’s thinking. The emphasis on space-based power suggests he views orbital infrastructure as a long-term hedge against earthly limitations, but the near-term reliance on natural gas underscores the practical challenges of scaling AI sustainably.

But Musk has never been one to follow a linear path. His companies often pursue multiple seemingly contradictory strategies simultaneously, betting that breakthroughs in one area will eventually reinforce the others.

Why Consumers Are Rethinking Traditional Luxury Purchases

By

TI Partners

-

May 24, 2026

0

Shifting Definitions of Luxury

Luxury has long been associated with exclusivity, heritage, and high price tags. Yet today’s consumers are questioning whether those markers truly define value. Increasingly, people are drawn to brands that prioritise transparency, sustainability, and individuality over mere status symbols. This shift reflects a broader cultural movement where luxury is no longer about owning what others cannot, but about choosing what feels personally meaningful.

The Rise of Conscious Consumerism

One of the strongest forces driving this change is conscious consumerism. Shoppers are more informed than ever, and they expect brands to align with their values. Sustainable sourcing, fair labour practices, and eco-friendly production are now essential considerations. Jewellery, fashion, and lifestyle purchases are being evaluated not only for their beauty but also for the integrity behind their creation. Early in this journey, many consumers are encouraged to check out Cullen Jewellery, a brand that exemplifies how modern luxury can embrace responsibility without sacrificing elegance.

Personalisation Over Prestige

Customisation as a New Standard

Consumers increasingly favour personalised experiences. From bespoke jewellery to tailored fashion, the ability to co-create or customise products has become a hallmark of modern luxury. This trend challenges the traditional notion that luxury must be uniform and recognisable. Instead, individuality is celebrated, and owning something unique carries more weight than displaying a logo.

Emotional Connection

Luxury purchases are now expected to tell a story. Whether it is a ring symbolising a relationship or a piece crafted with sustainable materials, the emotional resonance of an item often outweighs its monetary value. This deeper connection is reshaping how people define prestige.

Technology’s Role in Redefining Luxury

Digital platforms have democratised access to luxury. Online showrooms, virtual consultations, and transparent supply chains allow consumers to explore and evaluate brands more thoroughly. Social media has also amplified voices calling for accountability, making it harder for traditional luxury houses to rely solely on reputation.

Sustainability as the New Status Symbol

Eco-Friendly Materials

Lab-grown diamonds, recycled metals, and sustainably sourced gems are gaining traction as consumers demand alternatives to traditional mining practices. These innovations not only reduce environmental impact but also resonate with buyers who want their purchases to reflect responsible choices.

Long-Term Value

Sustainability is increasingly equated with durability and timelessness. Consumers are moving away from fast fashion and disposable trends, preferring investment pieces that endure both physically and stylistically.

The Future of Luxury Purchases

The redefinition of luxury is not a rejection of beauty or craftsmanship. Instead, it is a recalibration of priorities. Consumers want products that embody artistry, responsibility, and authenticity. Brands that adapt to these expectations will thrive, while those clinging to outdated notions of exclusivity risk losing relevance.

What 9 PM Staying Indoors Rumour Reveals About Nigerians’ Collective Memory

By

Mutiu Iyanda

-

May 24, 2026

0

On the evening of May 23, 2026, an unusual anxiety swept through parts of Nigeria. Across cities in the Southwest, particularly Ibadan, rumours spread rapidly that everyone must remain indoors by 9 PM to avoid an impending danger. Shops closed early. Roads became congested with people rushing home. Families warned one another to stay inside. WhatsApp voice notes circulated feverishly. Nobody seemed entirely certain what was supposed to happen, yet many acted as if something certainly would.

By 9 PM, nothing happened.

The immediate temptation is to dismiss the episode as another case of gullibility, misinformation, or mass panic. Why did so many people find the rumour believable in the first place? The answer lies not only in misinformation, but in Nigerians’ collective memory.

Collective memory refers to the shared experiences, fears, beliefs, and stories that shape how societies interpret events. People rarely react to information in isolation. They respond through lenses built over time by history, institutions, family, religion, and repeated social experiences. In this sense, the 9 PM rumour was not simply believed because it was circulated. It was believed because it sounded familiar.

Nigeria is a society where uncertainty is deeply embedded in everyday life. Security scares often emerge suddenly. Official information is sometimes delayed or contradictory. Stories of ritual sacrifice, spiritual danger, and political conspiracy circulate frequently. Many Nigerians have learned through experience that ignoring warnings, even uncertain ones, can feel risky.

This helps explain comments such as, “Whether true or false, no be me go dey doubt am” or “No be for my body dem go take confirm am.” Such responses were not necessarily irrational. They reflected a form of social risk management rooted in memory. When trust is fragile and danger often feels unpredictable, caution becomes survival logic.

The rumour also revealed how Nigerians build trust. In many countries, people instinctively verify unusual information through formal channels such as news media or official statements. In Nigeria, information often gains legitimacy through relationships. Mothers warned their children. Siblings called one another. Neighbours shared updates over fences. WhatsApp voice notes travelled through family groups.

One striking feature of the reactions was how often people referenced trusted relatives as sources. “My mum said,” “my neighbour heard,” or “people are saying” became enough to justify precaution. Even when some questioned the source, the emotional credibility of family and community networks remained powerful.

This points to an uncomfortable truth: in moments of uncertainty, informal trust networks sometimes carry more authority than institutions.

Religion also played a significant role in shaping reactions. Several comments connected the rumour to prophecy, spiritual warnings, or unseen dangers. References to pastors, sacrifices, and obedience reflected long-standing religious narratives that are deeply woven into Nigerian public life. In such an environment, rumours are rarely assessed only through logic. They are filtered through spiritual imagination and cultural memory.

Interestingly, the rumour also exposed an opposing tendency in Nigerian society: scepticism. Many mocked the panic online. Some deliberately stayed outdoors past 9 PM to test the claim. Others ridiculed what they called another round of “forwarded many times” misinformation. Yet even among sceptics, there was hesitation. Some still went indoors early, just in case.

This contradiction is revealing. Nigerians may distrust information and still obey it. The cost of disbelief can feel too high when the consequence of being wrong is imagined as potentially catastrophic. Fear, after all, rarely waits for verification.

Perhaps the most important lesson from the 9 PM rumour is that misinformation thrives where trust is weak. When citizens believe a voice note faster than official communication, society is confronting more than fake news. It is confronting a credibility problem.

The events of that evening should not simply be remembered as an embarrassing moment of mass panic. They should be understood as a social mirror. The rumour exposed how collective memories of insecurity, spirituality, uncertainty, and institutional fragility continue to shape behaviour in Nigeria.

Nothing happened at 9 PM. Yet something important was revealed. Nigerians were not merely responding to a rumour. They were responding to years of remembered experience.

When Silence Hurts: How Professor Ojebuyi Used Communication to Improve Lives and Strengthen Communities

By

Mutiu Iyanda

-

May 24, 2026

0

Many of society’s deepest problems do not begin with a lack of hospitals, policies, or programmes. Sometimes, they begin with silence. Silence between parents and children about sexuality and health. Silence between married couples about family planning. Silence created by fear and misinformation surrounding HIV/AIDS. Silence between institutions and young people struggling to find opportunities and direction. Silence between communities divided by misunderstanding and mistrust.

Across these seemingly different issues, the work of Professor Babatunde Ojebuyi indicates that communication is not simply the exchange of information. It is a practical tool for improving health, strengthening relationships, reducing stigma, empowering young people, deepening democratic participation, and promoting peaceful coexistence. Our analyst notes that his research consistently demonstrates that many social challenges can improve when communication improves.

As the first article in a five-part series on his work, this piece presents our analyst’s report on the outcomes of Infoprations’ deployment of the Impact Discovery Tool (IDT) to establish the benefits and main impacts of his studies over the past 19 years, with a focus on the people component of Nigerian society.

Communication-Based Family Health Intervention Model

For many Nigerian families, discussions about sexuality, contraception, HIV/AIDS, and reproductive health remain difficult. Parents often avoid such conversations because of cultural discomfort, fear, or uncertainty about how to begin. Yet avoiding these discussions can leave young people vulnerable to misinformation and risky behaviour.

Professor Ojebuyi’s research found that communication between parents and children about HIV/AIDS, family planning, and contraception in Nigeria remains generally low. Discussions about contraception were particularly rare, while girls were more likely than boys to receive reproductive health communication. Education, socio-economic status, age, and whether families lived in urban or rural areas also influenced the quality of communication.

Rather than treating this as a private family issue alone, the research reframes communication as a public health intervention. The implication is powerful: protecting adolescents requires more than healthcare services; it also requires equipping parents with the confidence and knowledge to have honest conversations at home. This model suggests that family-based communication programmes, parental communication training, and targeted reproductive health education, especially for poorer and less educated households, can reduce adolescent vulnerability and improve informed decision-making.

Communication-Driven Reproductive Health Model

Reproductive health is often approached through medical access alone. Public conversations frequently focus on clinics, contraceptives, or healthcare systems. However, Professor Ojebuyi’s research introduces a different but equally important dimension: communication between spouses.

Using nationally representative data, the research established a strong relationship between spousal communication and the adoption of modern contraceptives. Couples who openly discussed family planning and HIV/AIDS issues were more likely to engage in healthier reproductive behaviours.

This finding challenges the assumption that providing health products is enough. Access matters, but communication matters too. Even when services are available, couples may struggle to make informed decisions if difficult conversations are avoided. The communication-driven reproductive health model therefore positions dialogue between partners as a behavioural change mechanism. Rather than addressing individuals alone, family planning interventions become more effective when they encourage shared decision-making and open conversations within relationships.

Reading as Behavioural Health Communication Framework

Misinformation about HIV/AIDS has contributed significantly to fear, stigma, and discrimination. For many people living with HIV/AIDS, misunderstanding can become an additional burden alongside health challenges.

Professor Ojebuyi’s research demonstrated that reading can serve as an effective communication strategy for improving HIV/AIDS knowledge and correcting misconceptions. Exposure to structured reading materials significantly improved public understanding and helped reduce ignorance about the condition.

This framework transforms reading from an educational activity into a practical public-health intervention. Rather than relying only on awareness campaigns or clinical communication, educational texts and accessible reading resources can help communities gain accurate knowledge and challenge harmful assumptions. Public health institutions, schools, and community organisations can therefore use reading strategically to expand health education in affordable and sustainable ways.

Empathy-Oriented Communication Intervention Framework

Knowledge alone does not always eliminate stigma. People may know facts and still maintain prejudice. This is why Professor Ojebuyi’s work also highlights the importance of empathy in communication.

The research found that exposure to well-structured communication content reduced stigmatising attitudes towards people living with HIV/AIDS and improved social acceptance. By helping people understand the lived realities of vulnerable groups, communication became more than information-sharing—it became a tool for inclusion and healing.

This empathy-oriented communication intervention framework demonstrates that public communication should not only educate but also humanise. Through narrative communication, accessible stories, and carefully designed anti-stigma messaging, communities can move from fear to compassion. For advocacy groups, schools, healthcare communicators, and media organisations, this framework offers practical guidance for reducing discrimination and strengthening social acceptance.

Communication for Resilience-Building Framework

The disruptions caused by COVID-19 left many young Nigerians facing uncertainty about education, employment, and the future. Yet Professor Ojebuyi’s studies on youth resilience found that many young people still demonstrated strong adaptability despite difficult circumstances.

However, the research also showed that opportunities remained limited by structural and communication barriers. Young people often lacked the guidance, information, and engagement systems necessary to navigate uncertainty effectively.

This framework reframes youth unemployment and hardship as partly a communication challenge. Young people need more than jobs; they need communication systems that support aspirations, preparedness, and resilience. Policies become more effective when institutions communicate clearly with youth, align programmes with their realities, and actively involve them in shaping solutions.

Communication for Democratic Inclusion Framework

Young people are often described as politically indifferent, yet Professor Ojebuyi’s research suggests a more balanced reality. The studies found that social media and media literacy can strengthen political participation, civic engagement, and democratic involvement among youth populations.

Rather than dismissing digital platforms as distractions, this framework shows how communication technologies can convert passive audiences into active citizens. Electoral bodies, universities, and civic organisations can use participatory communication approaches to engage younger populations more meaningfully and encourage democratic involvement.

Communication for Peacebuilding Framework

Religious misunderstanding and intolerance continue to strain relationships across communities. Professor Ojebuyi’s research identified communication failures and socio-cultural misunderstandings as major drivers of interfaith tension.

The communication for peacebuilding framework argues that peaceful coexistence depends on dialogue. Through intercultural communication programmes, structured conversations, and peace-focused engagement, communities can reduce tension and strengthen mutual understanding.