EU allocates $356 million for AI and digital technologies
European technologies are receiving sustainable, human-focused investment to lead in emerging digita…
Ofcom probes AI companion chatbot over age checks
The probe examines possible breaches of the Online Safety Act.
Regulators press on with Grok investigations in Britain and Canada
British and Canadian authorities say Grok probes will continue even after xAI introduced new content…
Japan and ASEAN agree to boost AI collaboration
ASEAN and Japan’s joint initiatives in AI and semiconductors aim to boost research ties and regional…
Council of Europe highlights legal frameworks for AI fairness
Public authorities and equality bodies are urged to apply EU and Council of Europe rules to prevent …
Brazil excluded from WhatsApp rival AI chatbot ban
Meta has paused enforcement of its WhatsApp chatbot ban in Brazil, while regulators assess whether t…
How Switzerland can shape AI in 2026
With global AI competition shifting from sheer computing power to practical, trustworthy solutions, …
Canada turns to AI to parse feedback on federal AI strategy consultation
The Canadian federal government received so many responses to its national artificial intelligence s…
SRB GDPR case withdrawn from EU court
The dispute examined when pseudonymised data counts as personal data.
Western cyber agencies issue guidance on cyber risks to industrial sectors
A coalition of several cyber authorities has published joint guidance on managing security risks in …
EU lawmakers push limits on AI nudity apps
Concerns over AI-generated nudity have reignited debate in the EU, with lawmakers questioning whethe…
Australia’s social media age limit prompts restrictions on millions of under-16 accounts
Early enforcement data shows social media companies acting to reduce under-16 access in Australia, a…
Grok faces investigation over deepfake abuse claims
Regulators are examining whether Grok violated the law by enabling nonconsensual explicit image crea…
Wikipedia marks 25 years with new global tech partnerships
With over 65 million articles in 300+ languages, Wikipedia is one of the most valuable datasets for …
Cerebras to supply large-scale AI compute for OpenAI
New OpenAI–Cerebras partnership boosts AI infrastructure.
Gemini gains new features through Personal Intelligence
Personal Intelligence brings customisation to Gemini
Nvidia H200 chip sales to China cleared by US administration
China has been cleared to receive Nvidia's H200 AI chips after years of US export restrictions.
EU proposes indefinite spectrum licences for telecoms
Indefinite spectrum licences are proposed to boost investment and accelerate telecom network deploym…
New TranslateGemma models support 55 languages efficiently
A new model gives researchers and developers open tools to expand language coverage and build custom…
MetaMask adds native Tron support across all platforms
With billions in daily stablecoin transfers, Tron brings major payment and DeFi activity into MetaMa…
Qalb brings Urdu-language AI to Pakistan
The Urdu ChatGPT model Qalb targets business, education and digital services.
OpenAI invests in Merge Labs to advance brain-computer interfaces
The backing of Merge Labs by OpenAI reflects broader efforts to explore new human-centred computing …
Ransomware gang Everest claims data breach at Nissan Motor Corporation
Nissan has been named on a ransomware leak site, with attackers threatening to release allegedly sto…
Britain’s transport future tied to AI investment
Industry leaders showcased autonomous AI tools for road maintenance.
UAE joins US led Pax Silica alliance
The alliance signals tighter tech cooperation among US aligned partners.
Belgian hospital AZ Monica hit by cyberattack
IT disruption forced the postponement of non-urgent procedures and reduced emergency capacity after …
Microsoft disrupts global RedVDS cybercrime network
RedVDS let cybercriminals carry out millions in fraud using AI and disposable virtual computers, pro…
MIT tool combines AI and physics for 3D printing
Personalised 3D printing meets AI and physics as MIT’s MechStyle ensures 3D models are structurally …
EMA and FDA set AI principles for medicine
Regulators outline key principles for AI in medicine, aiming to balance innovation, patient safety, …
Why young people across South Asia turn to AI
Experts warn that unchecked AI use among children and young people in South Asia may deepen emotiona…
AI-assisted money management adoption rises
Interest in AI money management is growing as technology helps people handle financial pressures and…
Internet access suspended in Uganda before presidential vote
Authorities in Uganda have suspended internet access before voting begins, raising concerns over dig…
Russia moves to allow retail crypto access
Officials say limits and risk tests are key to preventing speculation while opening crypto to everyd…
X restricts Grok image editing after global backlash
Grok AI image controls have been tightened by X amid international pressure, with governments raisin…
Winnipeg schools embrace AI as classroom learning tool
Students and teachers in Winnipeg are adopting artificial intelligence tools in classrooms to suppor…
will.i.am unveils single-person electric micromobility vehicle
Music artist and tech entrepreneur will.i.am has revealed the Trinity, a compact single-person elect…
PwC expert says AI can accelerate the energy transition
A PwC energy specialist says artificial intelligence can meaningfully accelerate the global transiti…
New UK research hub explores AI in the humanities
Digital technologies are moving into the spotlight as a new university hub brings together researche…
IBM launches software focused on digital sovereignty and AI
As regulatory pressure grows, IBM introduces Sovereign Core software to help organisations manage AI…
SEC chair looking ahead to the next phase of crypto regulation
Progress on the CLARITY Act reflects rising support for clearly defining SEC and CFTC oversight.
TSMC expands global manufacturing as profits hit record
The latest results from TSMC underscore robust semiconductor demand, rising capital expenditure, and…
Foam physics reveals unexpected parallels with AI learning
A new study suggests the mathematics behind AI training also governs the hidden dynamics of everyday…
France weighs social media ban for under 15s
Global pressure is rising to regulate teen access to social media.
Mars expands AI-driven food research
Ingredient research is evolving as Mars uses AI to explore fermentation, plant compounds, and altern…
AI boom strains global memory chip supply
Analysts warn cheap and plentiful memory is becoming a thing of the past.
UK drops mandatory digital ID plan for workers
Right to work checks will move fully online without introducing a new ID.
New radar technology advances heart rhythm detection
Contactless heart monitoring using radar and AI could help doctors detect dangerous rhythm disorders…
AI deepfake abuse drives rise in victim support cases
Legal gaps around AI-generated sexual imagery are raising concern as victims face emotional harm and…
Agibot begins Asia-Pacific expansion with Malaysia event
A new robotics centre in Malaysia signals Agibot's push into Asia-Pacific markets.
UAE faces faster cyber threats powered by AI
Deepfake scams and AI-powered phishing are escalating cyberattacks across the UAE, forcing businesse…
AI-generated images raise consent concerns in the UK
Images generated by AI are fuelling political and social concern in the UK, prompting calls for toug…
Starlink adds Grok AI chatbot to improve customer support
Broadband customers can now turn to Grok AI for help, prompting debate over efficiency, reliability,…
Inside NeurIPS 2025: How AI research is shifting focus from scale to understanding
This year’s NeurIPS awards highlight a shift in AI research, focusing less on bigger models and more…
EU reaffirms commitment to Digital Markets Act enforcement
The Digital Markets Act remains central to EU competition policy as appeals from Apple and Meta high…
Grok to be integrated into Pentagon networks as the US expands military AI strategy
Pentagon officials say Grok will join existing military AI systems as Washington accelerates adoptio…
UK considers social media limits for youth
A possible social media ban for young people is under review in the UK as Labour and opposition part…
OpenAI expands healthcare strategy with Torch acquisition
AI-driven healthcare tools continue to attract major investment as OpenAI integrates Torch’s medical…
Google and Ant expand agentic commerce standards
A brand-new Universal Commerce Protocol that aims to simplify AI commerce by enabling agents, mercha…
Raspberry Pi shares fall as AI data centre demand strains memory supply
Raspberry Pi’s shares dropped sharply after the Cambridge-based tech firm warned that memory compone…
Billions in data protection fines remain unpaid
Only a small fraction of fines issued to Big Tech has been collected.
Körber and Sereact team up to pioneer AI-controlled warehouse robots
Körber has partnered with robotics specialist Sereact to integrate AI-controlled pick-and-place robo…
Grok controversy fuels political backlash in Northern Ireland
Pressure is mounting on X to strengthen protections against AI image misuse.
Creators showcase AI film innovation in San Jose festival
San Jose hosted the first-ever Silicon Valley AI Film Festival, a two-day event exploring the inters…
AI tools influence modern personal finance practices
Everyday budgeting, spending analysis, and document management are increasingly supported by AI tool…
Ireland moves to fast-track AI abuse fines
Fines could reach €35 million or seven per cent of annual turnover.
Government IT vulnerabilities revealed by UK public sector cyberattack
Shared infrastructure weaknesses have been exposed by a UK public sector cyberattack affecting counc…
US exit from global bodies leaves digital governance mostly intact
Despite Washington’s broader retreat from multilateral forums, the international mechanisms that sha…
EU warns X over Grok AI image abuse
Regulators say the Digital Services Act can be used against AI misuse.
DeepSeek to launch Italian version of chatbot
The new DeepSeek chatbot will provide local warnings and fixes to cut AI hallucinations.
Next-generation Siri will use Google’s Gemini AI model
The new partnership brings Google’s AI technology to Apple foundation models, marking a significant …
One-click vulnerability in Telegram bypasses VPN and proxy protection
Researchers say a hidden proxy feature in Telegram can silently expose a user's true network locatio…
Stranger Things fans question AI use in show finale’s script
Netflix’s documentary has triggered claims about ChatGPT and the production of Stranger Things
New Spanish bill targets AI misuse of images and voices
Spain’s latest proposal would redraw the line between creativity and exploitation online, forcing pl…
Malta plans tougher laws against deepfake abuse
Officials are seeking to balance Malta's strong support for AI innovation with the need for firm leg…
US crypto regulation faces new delays
Crypto reform remains uncertain after the Senate postponed the CLARITY Act markup, leaving key regul…
Betterment confirms data breach after social engineering attack
Hackers exploited third-party tools to access Betterment systems and distribute fraudulent messages …
AI reshapes Europe’s labour market outlook
Economic forecasts indicate slower labour market growth across the EU, with businesses prioritising …
Robot vacuum market grows as AI becomes central to cleaning technology
AI-driven robot vacuums are moving beyond automation, using adaptive learning and real-time decision…
Eli Lilly and NVIDIA invest in AI-driven pharmaceutical innovation
The new AI partnership between NVIDIA and Lilly aims to improve drug discovery by linking large-scal…
Morocco outlines national AI roadmap to 2030
The new AI roadmap builds on Digital Morocco 2030, targeting thousands of digital jobs and a multi-b…
Multiply Labs targets automation in cell therapy manufacturing
Automation is transforming cell therapy manufacturing by reducing costs, improving consistency, and …
Australia raises concerns over AI misuse on X
Regulatory scrutiny of generative AI services has increased as Australia prepares new mandatory safe…
Claude expands into healthcare and life sciences
Anthropic has added tools for Claude in Microsoft Foundry to streamline workflows and accelerate sci…
AI enters Colorado classrooms as schools experiment with generative tools
Educators in Colorado are increasingly incorporating artificial intelligence tools into classroom in…
AI-powered toys navigate safety concerns after early missteps
Manufacturers unveiled a new generation of generative AI-powered toys at the Consumer Electronics Sh…
Welsh government backs AI adoption with £2.1m support
AI support is being widened in Wales, with funding designed to move businesses from curiosity to con…
Young people worry about jobs and inflation
Many fear AI will reduce entry-level job opportunities despite widespread use.
China pushes frontier tech from research to real-world applications
From public services to manufacturing and healthcare, China is creating conditions that allow emergi…
Photonic secures $130 million to scale quantum computing systems
The $271 million in funding will be used to develop their fault-tolerant quantum systems.
AI gap reflects China’s growing technological ambitions
China's progress could reduce the AI gap with the US, even as chipmaking constraints remain in place…
Global fertilizer expo partners with University of Florida AI research hub
Organisers of The Fertilizer Show have partnered with the University of Florida/IFAS Gulf Coast Rese…
Concerns grow over planned EU-US biometrics deal
Experts warn unclear safeguards could broaden access to sensitive personal data.
Teen victim turns deepfake experience into education
Studies show deepfake harassment is increasingly affecting US teenagers.
Google expands AI shopping through Gemini
Tech firms are competing to dominate AI-powered online shopping.
Digital twins gain momentum through AI
Quantum Elements uses AI-driven simulation to accelerate the creation of digital twins and the devel…
Patients notified months after Canopy Healthcare cyber incident
A delayed disclosure of a data breach at Canopy Healthcare has raised concerns over patient informat…
Taiwan aims to train 500,000 AI professionals
AI training programmes for civil servants and students will build a versatile talent pool across dis…
Cyber Fortress strengthens European cyber resilience
European partners trained together during the latest Cyber Fortress cyber drill.
Tuya unveils AI-powered pet companion Aura
The AI pet marks a new era of robotics, combining emotional support, home assistance, and ecosystem …
UK considers regulatory action after Grok’s deepfake images on X
Regulators across several countries are reviewing AI safeguards after Grok-generated deepfakes circu…