WhatsApp scams prompt Meta crackdown
Millions of WhatsApp accounts tied to financial scams were taken down by Meta following reports of w…
EU instructs X to keep all Grok chatbot records
X must preserve Grok data under EU rules as regulators hold the platform accountable for AI-generate…
CES 2026 showcases AI and robotics innovations
From robotaxis to smart bricks and AI holograms, CES 2026 highlights how AI is shaping the next gene…
UMMC conducts one of first multi-country live surgeries using 5G and AI
The medical centre is gearing up for more live surgeries, all powered by the innovative extended rea…
New York launches 2026 with new AI proposals
State leaders are placing AI firmly at the centre of early 2026 policy debates, combining new safegu…
Why data centres are becoming a flashpoint in US towns
As data centres in the US spread beyond traditional tech hubs into small towns and suburbs, resident…
Global AI adoption reaches record levels in 2025
Open-source AI platforms such as DeepSeek are lowering barriers, enabling adoption in regions with l…
AI sovereignty test in South Korea reaches a critical phase
A clash over vision encoders has exposed uncertainty at the heart of South Korea’s AI strategy and i…
X restricts Grok image editing after deepfake backlash
The Grok controversy has renewed calls for stronger safeguards against AI-enabled image abuse.
Gmail enters the Gemini era with AI-powered inbox tools
With Gemini 3, Google is reshaping Gmail around AI Overviews, automated writing support, and intelli…
EU faces pressure to strengthen Digital Markets Act oversight
Tech companies warn that weak enforcement of the EU's Digital Markets Act allows gatekeepers to dela…
AI could optimise power grids and reduce energy waste
Large AI models consume excessive energy, while application-specific algorithms offer significant su…
Portugal government backs AI with €400 million plan
AI strategy leverages technical talent, universities, renewable energy, and start-ups to position th…
Netomi shows how to scale enterprise AI safely
Parallelised architectures with built-in governance let AI agents handle multi-step tasks safely and…
Crypto crime report 2025 reveals record nation-state activity
Crypto’s link to physical crime grew in last year, with trafficking and coercion increasingly tied t…
Telegram bonds frozen amid ongoing international sanctions framework
The freezing of Telegram bonds highlights the operational complexities companies face when navigatin…
Rokid launches screenless AI smart glasses at CES 2026
Designed for all-day wear, Rokid Style blends AI assistance, prescription lens support and a minimal…
Lynx ransomware group claims Regis subsidiary on dark web leak site
The Australian gold producer Regis said no data was stolen and no ransom demand was made.
AI predicts heart failure risk in cattle
Thousands of cattle heart images are being used to train an AI model that helps identify early risk …
AI earbuds go beyond music
Schools, offices and everyday users can now rely on smart earbuds for AI-powered tasks, from transla…
AI receptionist begins work at UK GP surgery
Emma, an AI receptionist in the UK, helps doctors gather patient information efficiently while some …
Grok incident renews scrutiny of generative AI safety
A high-profile Grok incident has reignited concerns over safeguards, accountability, and enforcement…
ChatGPT reaches 40 million daily users for health advice
Surveys show US adults and healthcare workers increasingly rely on ChatGPT for symptom checking, med…
Social Security move to digital payments
Direct deposit and prepaid cards are now the main payment methods for US benefit recipients.
AI-designed sensors open new paths for early cancer detection
Researchers aim to develop a home diagnostic kit capable of detecting up to 30 cancers while enablin…
Sedgwick breach linked to TridentLocker ransomware attack
Authorities investigate TridentLocker’s growing list of victims, including Sedgwick’s federal servic…
EU pushes for open-source commercialisation to reduce tech dependence
A forthcoming EU strategy will focus on governance, security, and market integration to turn open-so…
Researchers launch AURA to protect AI knowledge graphs
The AURA framework introduces active degradation for AI knowledge graphs, preventing unauthorised us…
Healthcare systems face mounting risk from CrazyHunter ransomware
Security analysts warn that CrazyHunter ransomware poses a serious threat to healthcare operations.
World Liberty Financial files to launch national trust bank for USD1
The trust company will provide fee-free USD1 issuance, USD conversion, and secure custody under stri…
AI assistant and cheaper autonomy headline Ford’s CES 2026 announcements
New AI features and a cheaper, more capable BlueCruise system signal Ford's push toward software-led…
Meet the voice-first AI companion with personality
Offering adaptive, voice-based conversations, Tolan learns from interactions over time providing mor…
AI and optical imaging transform thyroid cancer surgery
Researchers use label-free imaging and AI to classify thyroid tumours and map them, improving surgic…
New UK cyber strategy focuses on trust in online public services
A new government cyber strategy aims to secure online public services as digital delivery expands ac…
Universal Music Group partners with NVIDIA on AI music strategy
A new NVIDIA and UMG collaboration will use advanced AI to transform music discovery beyond traditio…
ChatGPT Health offers personalised health support
The platform offers secured, personalised guidance to support wellness and medical understanding wit…
Roblox rolls out facial age checks for chat
Mandatory age checks are now live on Roblox chat worldwide, marking a significant shift in online ga…
AI model turns sleep data into early disease predictions
Researchers show how sleep data from a single night can reveal long-term disease risk.
Digi Yatra glitch delays identical twins at Mumbai airport
Manual verification resolved the Digi Yatra delay without affecting the passengers’ flight.
How AI agents are quietly rebuilding the foundations of the global economy
Behind the scenes, autonomous AI agents are moving into the core of economic systems, reshaping work…
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.