WAO ART #158

Brazilian plane maker Embraer plans to build a factory near Sao Paulo to produce electric flying taxis by 2026. The aircraft, made by its subsidiary Eve, will resemble a small helicopter and have space for up to six customers. The cost of a trip is estimated to be between $50 and $100 per person.

Cambodia is facing a rigged election as Prime Minister Hun Sen extends his total control over the country. Hun Sen, has ruled since 1985, has used the courts to dismantle the political party threatening his rule and has banned the only credible opposition party from participating in the election.

Seven leading AI companies, including Amazon, Google, and Microsoft, have committed to implementing safeguards to manage the risks associated with artificial intelligence, according to the White House. The companies have agreed to conduct security testing of their AI systems.

The Nigerian government is planning to distribute grains and fertiliser to help offset the impact of rising fuel prices caused by the removal of the petrol subsidy. The cost of living has increased, and the government is considering raising civil service salaries and giving cash to poor families.

Australia has launched a joint military exercise with the United States and other nations, involving over 30,000 troops, while a Chinese spy ship watches. The Talisman Sabre exercise includes countries such as Britain, Japan, Indonesia, Canada, and France.

Amsterdam's council has banned cruise ships from the city center in an effort to limit visitor numbers and reduce pollution. The central cruise terminal near the main train station will close as a result. The move is part of the city's efforts to tackle mass tourism, which has become a problem.

The UK Treasury has strongly disagreed with a recommendation by the House of Commons' Treasury Committee to regulate cryptocurrencies as gambling. The committee had suggested that unbacked cryptocurrencies should be treated as gambling due to their speculative nature.