Amazon makes Alexa+ available in web browsers
Prime subscribers will eventually receive Alexa+ at no extra cost, as Amazon broadens the availabili…
NVIDIA and Siemens build new industrial AI operating system
Industrial AI adoption is advancing as Siemens and NVIDIA integrate accelerated computing, simulatio…
Meta’s Threads tests basketball game inside chats
A new basketball game discovered inside Threads chats shows Meta’s push to introduce interactive fea…
Meta pauses global launch of Ray-Ban Display glasses
Strong demand in the US has led Meta to postpone the global rollout of its Ray-Ban Display smart gla…
Morgan Stanley files to launch Bitcoin and Solana ETFs as Wall Street embraces crypto
Crypto ETFs are moving further into the financial mainstream after Morgan Stanley filed plans for Bi…
Samsung puts AI trust and security at the centre of CES 2026
The debate on AI trust intensified at CES 2026, with Samsung stressing transparency, privacy safegua…
Chatbots under scrutiny in China over AI ‘boyfriend’ and ‘girlfriend’ services
Draft regulations target AI companion chatbots as China tightens oversight of emotionally responsive…
Grok misuse prompts UK scrutiny of Elon Musk’s X
Concerns over AI-generated deepfakes prompt UK scrutiny of X's Grok chatbot under online safety rule…
Wimbledon and IBM expand collaboration to deepen global fan engagement
A renewed agreement with IBM aims to deepen global engagement with Wimbledon through data and AI too…
UAE deploys AI ecosystem to support climate-vulnerable agriculture
An AI ecosystem launched in Abu Dhabi targets climate adaptation for farmers across the Global South…
Energy efficiency becomes a priority as Nvidia unveils next AI chip
At CES, Nvidia outlined plans to boost AI efficiency while expanding into autonomous vehicles and ro…
CES 2026 shows AMD betting on on-device AI at scale
New Ryzen processors show AMD treating AI acceleration as a baseline capability rather than a premiu…
Fantasy football players divided over use of AI advice
AI-powered apps are changing how fantasy football fans approach Fantasy Premier League decisions.
AI apprenticeships and short courses advance online learning
Online education adapts to AI realities, offering hands-on, focused learning for professionals and p…
California launches DROP tool to erase data broker records
The DROP privacy tool aims to cut unwanted marketing and data exposure, forcing California-registere…
Cloud and AI growth fuels EU push for greener data centres
The EU plans a new rating scheme to push data centres towards greener performance while cloud and AI…
AI tool helps find new treatments for heart disease
Researchers at Imperial College London developed an AI tool that predicts which drugs may benefit di…
Musk says users are liable for the illegal Grok content
Elon Musk’s Grok chatbot has reignited debate over AI accountability, with regulators demanding safe…
Plaud unveils compact AI NotePin S and new meeting app
The NotePin S by Plaud delivers wearable AI recording with 64GB storage, Apple Find My support and 3…
Reddit overtakes TikTok in the UK social media race
Google search changes and AI partnerships have pushed millions of new UK users towards Reddit, resha…
Christians raise concerns over AI used for moral guidance
A new benchmark finds AI struggles to address issues important to Christians.
MindRank advances AI-designed weight loss drug to Phase 3 trials
China records a first as an AI-designed weight loss drug reaches late-stage testing.
CES 2026 opens with Samsung focus on AI integration
Ahead of CES, Samsung signals deeper AI integration across TVs, appliances, and devices.
Texas project puts Fermi at centre of nuclear AI push
A proposed Fermi Texas megacampus highlights the energy demands of frontier AI systems.
Australia weighs risks and rewards of rapid AI adoption
Experts say AI adoption in Australia will reshape jobs rather than eliminate work entirely.
Concerns raised over Google AI Overviews and health advice
Misleading medical information in Google AI summaries could delay diagnosis and treatment, experts s…
Xi Jinping hails breakthroughs in China’s AI and semiconductor sectors
China AI breakthroughs in 2025 highlight progress in advanced models and domestic chip development, …
China rushes for Nvidia H200, supply talks begin
China’s AI buyers are lining up for Nvidia’s H200, and Nvidia is already asking TSMC for more.
Trump orders China-linked chip deal unwound
A closed chip deal is being reopened, as Washington tightens the screws on China-linked ownership.
Musk’s Grok under fire over ‘nudify’ image edits
The AI chatbot integrated into Elon Musk’s social platform X is being accused of enabling 'nudify' e…
Semiconductor surge lifts South Korean exports
A global race to build AI infrastructure is reshaping trade flows, placing South Korea at the centre…
Data breach exposes users of major patient portal ManageMyHealth
The breach may affect over 108,000 users, according to the latest reports.
AI platforms reshape everyday online behaviour
A growing shift in consumer behaviour suggests that the first click, question, or decision online is…
Google sues group behind mass scam texts
A legal battle is unfolding as Google turns to the courts to cut off the digital lifelines of a spra…
Interest payments to start for China’s digital yuan in 2026
China’s digital yuan experiment may reshape global debates on the future of money.
Google showcases AI tool for visualising 2026 goals
Gemini encourages personalised, hand-drawn style visuals for future planning.
Semiconductors move closer to space manufacturing
High-purity semiconductor production in space moves closer after Space Forge, a UK company, proves i…
Universities in Ireland urged to rethink assessments amid AI concerns
New guidelines call on Irish universities to redesign assessments as generative AI challenges tradit…
Paralysed swimmer finds hope through AI therapy
Specialist clinics in Wales and Germany supported recovery using advanced technology.
India outlines plan to widen AI access
Government initiatives aim to strengthen domestic AI computing capacity.
Data centre cluster in Tennessee strengthens xAI’s compute ambitions
xAI is expanding its AI infrastructure in the southern United States after acquiring another data ce…
Technology and resilience define China’s economic outlook
AI and electric vehicles reshaped China’s economy and global standing this year.
High-profile AI acquisition puts Manus back in focus
Manus has returned to the spotlight after agreeing to be acquired by Meta in a deal reportedly worth…
OpenAI secures massive funding round led by SoftBank
A SoftBank-led investment significantly increases OpenAI's valuation and underlines growing investor…
New οffline AI note app promises privacy without subscriptions
Privacy-focused users can now try WitNote, an offline AI note-taking app that runs locally on Window…
New plan outlines how India will democratise AI infrastructure
New policy targets gaps between India’s data generation and limited computing infrastructure.
AI model improves speech therapy planning for hearing-impaired children
The AI-powered approach allows early therapy adjustments, optimising speech outcomes for children wi…
Hawaii warns residents about phishing using fake government sites
Fraudulent sites mimic official government URLs and often use AI services to trick residents into su…
AI malware emerges as major cybersecurity threat
Adaptive ransomware and AI-driven attacks are challenging traditional defences, increasing cybersecu…
Scam texts impersonating Illinois traffic authorities spread
Authorities in Illinois warn residents about scam texts impersonating traffic officials and pressuri…
Belgium’s influencers seek clarity through a new certification scheme
The certification programme in Belgium trains influencers on advertising and consumer law, following…
Romania’s Oltenia Energy Complex reports a serious ransomware breach
Authorities in Romania are investigating a ransomware incident at the Oltenia Energy Complex after h…
Polish authorities flag TikTok for potential election interference
Officials argue TikTok may be failing to meet obligations under the EU Digital Services Act as forei…
Russia advances digital ruble strategy ahead of 2026 launch
Officials say Russia remains among global leaders in CBDC readiness, focusing on practical use cases…
Best AI dictation tools for faster speech-to-text in 2026
A growing range of AI dictation tools now offer style controls, custom vocabulary and natural-soundi…
Best AI chatbot for maths accuracy revealed in new benchmark
Gemini ranks highest for everyday math accuracy, yet new research shows AI chatbots still give the w…
China proposes strict AI rules to protect children
Rising AI usage worldwide, including platforms with millions of users, has prompted China to tighten…
Korean Air staff data exposed in supplier hack
Hackers exploited Oracle EBS vulnerabilities during a global campaign.
Visually impaired gamers call for more accessible games
Gamers with vision difficulties emphasise the importance of support groups, social connection, and a…
German hackers push digital independence drive
Digital independence days aim to promote European digital sovereignty.
Lawsuit against Roskomnadzor over WhatsApp and Telegram calls dismissed
Court rules activist lacked authority to file lawsuit over Telegram and WhatsApp restrictions.
Health insurer Aflac suffers breach affecting 22.6 million
Personal and claims information of millions could have been accessed in a cybersecurity incident at …
China plans stricter consent rules for AI chat platforms
New measures in China require user consent before AI chat logs are used for training, aiming to bala…
Security frameworks lag behind rising AI threats
AI breaches reveal security gaps not covered by traditional cybersecurity frameworks.
Hackers abuse new AI agent connections
Hackers allegedly gained hidden access to business systems using AI agents.
AI cheating drives ACCA to halt online exams
High-stakes professional accounting exams will now be taken in person to ensure integrity and reduce…
Agentic AI plans push US agencies to prioritise data reform
Federal agencies are being urged to modernise data governance as agentic AI systems drive new operat…
New AI brain model mirrors lab animal behaviour without using animal data
Researchers can now explore brain computation and treatments in silico, potentially reducing the nee…
Manus acquisition signals Meta’s continued AI expansion
AI start-up Manus joins Meta following rapid growth and global expansion.
Europe tightens cybersecurity around satellites
European efforts to secure satellites are revealing how deeply space systems are now tied to geopoli…
ESA confirms limited data breach
The European Space Agency is facing scrutiny after online claims of a massive data leak prompted an …
Ireland pushes EU plan for ID-verified social media accounts
European efforts to introduce verified social media accounts are gaining momentum, with Ireland prep…
UK App Store antitrust case escalates as Apple appeals
A legal challenge intensifies as Apple seeks to overturn a UK antitrust ruling that could trigger bi…
Hacker allegedly claims a major WIRED data breach affecting 2.3 million
Security experts are reviewing a possible WIRED subscriber data leak affecting millions of users, wi…
KT faces action in South Korea after a femtocell security breach impacts users
Authorities ruled KT failed in its duty to provide secure telecom services following a femtocell sec…
OpenAI strengthened ChatGPT Atlas with new protections against prompt injection attacks
The latest Atlas rollout builds defence directly into the model, so prompt injection attempts hidden…
AI chatbots struggle with dialect fairness
As AI spreads into public services and commerce, studies warn that dialect speakers may receive poor…
Millions watch AI-generated brainrot content on YouTube
The rapid spread of AI content challenges human creators and sparks debate over ethics, creativity, …
SoftBank invests $4 billion in global AI networks
By integrating DigitalBridge’s global infrastructure portfolio, SoftBank positions itself to acceler…
New SIM cards in South Korea now require real-time facial recognition
Telecom operators in South Korea must run live facial scans for new SIM users as the country strengt…
New rules set for digital yuan in 2026
With trillions of yuan already processed, the digital yuan is moving from experimental payments tool…
China’s AI sector accelerates after breakthrough year
China’s AI sector used 2025 to redefine its global standing through innovation and scale.
Shanghai backs gaming and esports growth
Gaming ambitions in Shanghai are accelerating as fresh funding and global support measures aim to tu…
AI can mislead on tides and outdoor safety
Recent incidents in the UK reveal AI errors can endanger outdoor enthusiasts. Consulting official so…
CNIL issues €1.7m penalty for GDPR failures
Security flaws exposed sensitive disability related information in France.
New drone rules to affect UK hobby flyers
Hundreds of thousands of drone users may need new permits to fly outdoors.
AI transforms Indian filmmaking
Indian cinema embraces AI for visuals, sound, and scene planning, empowering directors creatively wh…
Historic Ghosts house gains digital protection
Engineers created a precise 3D model of West Horsley Place.
Coupang faces backlash over voucher compensation after data breach
Lawmakers and consumer groups criticise Coupang's voucher-based response to a data breach affecting …
AI slop dominates YouTube recommendations for new users
Research suggests AI slop is widely promoted to new users, raising questions about YouTube's recomme…
Stronger safeguards arrive with OpenAI’s GPT-5.2 release
Mental health protections are expanded in GPT-5.2, according to OpenAI, following scrutiny over chat…
AI reshaped European healthcare in 2025
Policymakers and health leaders in Europe weigh the benefits of AI-powered healthcare against safety…
Bitcoin adoption remains uneven across US states
The data shows Bitcoin adoption is strong in wealthier, tech-driven US states, while participation r…
AI is changing how Europeans work and learn
High digital literacy and familiarity with technology drive AI adoption, while limited awareness and…
New Chinese rules target AI chatbots and emotional manipulation
Proposed safeguards seek to limit how AI chatbots interact emotionally with users amid growing conce…
Germany considers age limits after Australian social media ban
Karsten Wildberger supports examining social media age limits in Germany after Australia became the …
ZhiCube showcases new approach to embodied AI deployment
A modular service space integrates humanoid robots into public venues, as ZhiCube debuts in Beijing …
AI chatbots spreading rumours raise new risks
Experts caution that AI systems prioritise fluency over verification, making rumours hard to detect,…
Sberbank issues Russia’s first crypto-backed loan
The pilot loan used Sberbank’s Rutoken custody system to safeguard digital assets, highlighting grow…
Korean Air employee data breach exposes 30,000 records after cyberattack
A cybersecurity incident at KC&D has resulted in around 30,000 Korean Air employee records being exp…