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OpenAI has announced a new AI agent called 'dots', according to The Guardian. The company reportedly scrapped the launch of a new AI model over safety concerns before rolling out the agent instead. The move is drawing attention as it highlights OpenAI's stated focus on safety reviews, even as competition over AI agents intensifies across the tech industry.

A roboticist at Caltech is arguing that safety should be the top priority in the development and deployment of humanoid robots. As companies race to put human-shaped machines into homes, factories and public spaces, the warning adds a cautionary voice to a fast-moving industry. The call reflects growing debate among researchers about how quickly humanoid robots should be rolled out and what protections are needed.

Roll Call has published a piece titled 'Confessions of a political handicapper', in which an election forecaster reflects on the craft of predicting political races. The article offers an insider's perspective on how campaign odds are assessed and where the practice falls short. Beyond the headline, no further details about the author or specific claims are available.