AI agent forums spark debate in South Korea
Privacy and oversight concerns grow around AI platforms in Korea.
New compliance-orchestrated blockchain model introduced by ZenithBlox
Four-layer ZenithBlox COBI blockchain architecture integrates legacy banking systems with blockchain…
User emails and phone numbers leaked in Substack security incident
A security breach at Substack leaked subscriber contact information after months of undetected syste…
TikTok accused of breaching EU digital safety rules
European Commission finds TikTok safeguards insufficient to curb excessive screen time.
Slovenia plans social media ban for children under 15
Legislation in Slovenia would ban social media access for children under 15.
EU split widens over ban on AI nudification apps
Parliament groups debate adding a clear ban on nudification tools to the EU's AI omnibus, following …
MIT researchers unveil EnCompass for AI agent search
By separating workflow design from search strategy, EnCompass gives developers flexible control over…
Germany fines Amazon €59 million for abusing market power in seller pricing
Amazon disputes the ruling and claims the decision contradicts EU consumer standards, as Germany int…
Spain faces escalating battle with Telegram founder
Critics intensify pressure on Spain over plans for tighter digital controls as Pedro Sánchez rejects…
TikTok access restored as Albania adopts new protective filters
Reinstated access to TikTok in Albania follows the development of protective keyword filters alongsi…
Claude Opus 4.6 sets new benchmark for enterprise AI
Enhanced Claude safety testing, cyber safeguards, and adaptive reasoning controls strengthen alignme…
Frontier and GPT-5.3-Codex mark major OpenAI expansion
Enterprise AI adoption accelerates as OpenAI introduces Frontier and GPT-5.3-Codex, enabling agents …
AI predicts brain age and cancer survival
BrainIAC uses AI to analyse brain MRIs, enabling predictions of neurological conditions and cancer o…
Startup founded by Nobel laureate focuses on scalable quantum chips
Revolutionary chip designs could remove key barriers preventing quantum computers from scaling, brin…
AI set to redefine Indian industry and economy
India is preparing to turn artificial intelligence into a foundational infrastructure, reshaping ind…
Claude AI will remain ad-free to preserve user trust and deep reasoning
Anthropic has announced that its flagship AI assistant Claude will remain ad-free and focused on dee…
AI drives bold change with five technologies at Milano Cortina 2026
AI will reshape the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics through smarter broadcasting, digital fan en…
AI demand squeezes memory supply, putting mid-range phones at risk
Artificial intelligence’s booming demand for advanced memory is tightening global memory chip suppli…
New AI system predicts iceberg movements to aid maritime safety
Researchers are developing artificial intelligence models that can forecast the movement of icebergs…
AI-powered translation glasses unlock powerful campus access
AI-powered translation glasses are being tested to provide real-time subtitles and improve campus ac…
Info stealing malware spreads from Windows to macOS
Trusted apps abused to steal data on macOS and Windows.
French firms accelerate AI driven multicloud strategies
Data sovereignty boosts sovereign cloud demand in France.
Germany voices unease over tech sovereignty with France
Berlin seeks new tech partners beyond France.
Agent-based automation in Claude Cowork sparks fears of a SaaS disruption wave
Claude Cowork brings AI directly into office workflows, handling tasks rather than just answering qu…
New platform uses quantum simulator technology to model exotic materials
Scientists can now study exotic quantum materials using a 15,000-qubit simulator.
New multi-stage scams use PDF files to harvest corporate credentials
Security researchers warn attackers now weaponise PDF documents to redirect victims toward fake clou…
AI creation platform Gizmo gains user traction
The platform replaces passive scrolling with playable content, including puzzles, animations, memes,…
Amazon expands AI film production tools as Hollywood trials new systems
Hollywood prepares for wider AI adoption as Amazon opens testing for tools built to enhance consiste…
Independent UN AI panel formed to guide evidence-based global governance
A new international panel aims to close global knowledge gaps on AI risks and opportunities.
Tinder tests AI Chemistry feature to cut swipe fatigue and revive engagement
AI-driven discovery changes how Tinder presents potential matches by offering fewer, more accurate s…
Google issues warning on malware affecting over 40% of Android devices
Over a billion Android devices are vulnerable to malware and spyware due to outdated software. Googl…
EU tests Matrix protocol as sovereign alternative for internal communication
Brussels examines Matrix as a scalable alternative after Signal proved too limited for the Commissio…
AI rollout gains momentum through UK’s Tech Town initiative
Barnsley has been named the UK’s first Tech Town to pilot AI use in public services.
Adobe Firefly unlocks powerful unlimited AI generation in 2026
Adobe Firefly now offers unlimited AI image and video generation for paid subscribers, removing cred…
Under 16 social media ban proposed in Spain
Mandatory social media age verification systems will be required, as regulators seek enforceable saf…
Gemini growth narrows gap in chatbot race
The launch of Gemini 3 boosted momentum, with Google highlighting improved reasoning capabilities an…
Crypto market sheds $500 billion in sell-off
Analysts link the sell-off to geopolitical tensions, currency shifts, and interest rate dynamics rat…
Malaysia enforces a total ban on e-waste imports after corruption probe
The government of Malaysia halted every form of e-waste import to protect public health and national…
Negative narratives follow XRP price rallies
Analyst research shows negative sentiment spikes often follow rapid price gains, driven by media exp…
Tencent warns AI still fails in real world settings
Study finds weak context learning across leading AI systems.
Harvard researchers highlight contextual risks in medical AI systems
Researchers warn contextual errors are limiting real-world performance of medical AI despite strong …
Facial recognition AI supports passenger security in India
Rail Robocop alerts police after detecting suspect in Visakhapatnam.
AI traffic cameras change driver behaviour
Australian experience shows AI traffic cameras can change driver behaviour, allowing authorities to …
US agencies linked to expanded biometric data sharing with Australia
Data sharing negotiations raise questions over sovereignty and foreign access to Australian biometri…
AI investment shows strong momentum beyond bubble fears
Global AI investment continues to accelerate, driven by rising demand for computing power, large-sca…
Carbon Robotics launches plant identification AI for agricultural robots
A new AI model enables farm robots to identify and eliminate weeds instantly, giving farmers real-ti…
User activity stabilises as TikTok recovers from transition disruption
Short-lived user migration slowed once TikTok restored functionality and clarified policy changes.
UK startup Polaron secures $8m to scale AI materials technology
New funding positions Polaron to accelerate AI-powered materials engineering, helping manufacturers …
Hybrid offices evolve as Zoom Spaces introduces agentic AI tools
Hybrid collaboration is being streamlined as Zoom Spaces integrates AI across office workflows.
The role of AI in car design
AI is transforming how car manufacturers explore ideas, offering speed and inspiration while still r…
Electronic Arts expands AI push with Stability AI
The deal focuses on creative control rather than job cuts.
AI demand drives record data centre growth for Roxtec
Roxtec, a provider of data-centre sealing and fire-safety solutions, reports record growth in facili…
UK hospital taps AI to optimise workforce planning and relieve admin burden
Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the Hartree Centre, is rolling out an…
Sportswear brand uses AI to crowdsource design feedback and build community
Puma has introduced an artificial intelligence-driven platform that invites customers to participate…
Take-Two confirms generative AI played no role in Rockstar’s GTA VI
Generative artificial intelligence is increasingly affecting the video game industry, raising questi…
Fitbit founders launch AI health platform for family care
Fitbit co-founders James Park and Eric Friedman have launched Luffu, an AI-powered 'intelligent fami…
Geneva Engage Awards spotlight digital trust in the AI era
As the Geneva Engage Awards return, they shine a spotlight on how International Geneva must adapt it…
International consensus emerges on submarine cable governance
As governments move to treat undersea connectivity as a shared policy responsibility rather than a p…
How to make submarine cables work in underserved regions
As global demand for data surges, speakers in Porto argued that the future of undersea connectivity …
Experts call for better protection of submarine internet cables
As undersea cables face mounting pressure from human activity, ageing expertise, and shifting geopol…
US security process delays Nvidia chip sales
With licence approvals uncertain, Chinese companies are developing alternative plans to secure AI ch…
Greece nears plan to restrict social media for under-15s
The government in Greece is close to restricting social media access for children, relying on the Ki…
MIT develops AI model to speed up materials synthesis
Researchers say the technology could eventually link AI-driven planning with automated experiments t…
AI in practice across the UN system: UN 2.0 AI Expo
The UN 2.0 Data & Digital AI Expo showcased how United Nations entities are integrating artificial i…
Bitcoin drops to 2024 low as AI fears and geopolitics rattle markets
Market volatility intensified as investors retreated from risk assets, pressuring equities and Bitco…
India pushes Meta to justify WhatsApp’s data-sharing
Meta confronts stronger privacy demands in India as judges examine how WhatsApp collects, analyses a…
Microsoft expands software security lifecycle for AI-driven platforms
New AI safeguards by Microsoft combine research, policy, and engineering to protect non-deterministi…
Ofcom expands scrutiny of X over Grok deepfake concerns
The inquiry into X continues while Ofcom warns that the current law restricts action against standal…
AI becomes optional in Firefox 148 as Mozilla launches new control system
New Firefox update by Mozilla balances AI-powered browsing with full user control over automation.
EU AI Act guidance delay raises compliance uncertainty
Critics warn that further delays could weaken confidence in the EU AI Act and leave companies unclea…
EU moves closer to decision on ChatGPT oversight
Brussels is assessing whether ChatGPT meets the criteria for the EU’s toughest platform regime, foll…
France targets X over algorithm abuse allegations
Regulators in both France and the UK are examining X and xAI amid claims of manipulated systems and …
AI legal tool rattles European data stocks
Analysts warned that AI-driven automation may intensify competition and weaken pricing power across …
Innovation and security shape the UAE’s tech strategy
Flexible regulation, AI-driven government strategy, and strong research institutions underpin the UA…
Porto summit highlights growing risks to undersea internet cables
As digital economies grow ever more reliant on invisible networks beneath the ocean, leaders gatheri…
ChatGPT restored after global outage disrupts users worldwide
Thousands reported ChatGPT errors across several regions before OpenAI applied mitigations and resto…
Major Chinese data leak exposes billions of records
Cybersecurity experts warn China faces ongoing risks from large data aggregations.
Alternative social platform UpScrolled passes 2.5 million users
Rapid user growth lifts UpScrolled beyond two million as founder criticises big tech practices.
Japan and the United Kingdom expand cybersecurity cooperation
Japan and the United Kingdom have established a non-binding Strategic Cyber Partnership to cooperate…
Austria and Poland eye social media limits for minors
European trend pursue legal age limits to protect children online.
€50m boost for Europe’s quantum chip ambitions
Superconducting quantum devices are moving closer to market as Europe targets stronger leadership in…
Biodegradable sensors developed to cut e-waste and monitor air pollution
New OFET-based sensors blend organic semiconductors with biodegradable polymers for sustainable envi…
WordPress introduces rules for responsible AI use
Clear disclosure, strict licensing and higher quality thresholds sit at the centre of WordPress’s la…
AI skills are gaining momentum among college students
AI tools are widely used by college students, but most learn to use them independently rather than t…
New AI safety report highlights control concerns
Deepfakes and AI companions raise fresh concerns in the UK and the US.
Chinese AI firms offer cash rewards to boost chatbot adoption
Alibaba, Tencent and Baidu are using cash incentives to rapidly expand chatbot user bases.
Education drives Oracle’s strategy for scaling AI data centres
New Oracle Academy courses aim to fast-track students into AI data centre operations and technical r…
AI journalism faces stronger safeguards under New York proposal
A new legislative proposal in New York aims to reshape how AI can be used in newsrooms, raising fres…
Chilean community runs human-powered ‘chatbot’ to spotlight AI’s environmental costs
A community near Santiago, Chile operated a chatbot entirely run by human volunteers for 12 hours to…
New AI platforms aim to streamline cancer trial recruitment and design
At SCOPE 2026 in Orlando, leading life-sciences vendors unveiled AI-based platforms designed to tack…
Global tech leaders gather as Web Summit Qatar opens
Discussions at the summit focus on tech innovation, partnerships, and market entry, with long-term c…
Europe warns over reliance on foreign digital technologies
Officials say safeguarding digital infrastructure is vital for Europe’s digital competitiveness, sec…
Australia steps up platform scrutiny after mass Snapchat removals
The ban on under-16s in Australia has led to mass Snapchat account removals, while platforms caution…
France challenges EU privacy overhaul
The debate over privacy reform has intensified in the EU after France opposed Commission plans to re…
EU plans a secure military data space by 2030
The European Defence Agency plans a secure data network to accelerate decision-making and protect se…
Submarine cables keep the global internet running
Hidden beneath the oceans lies a fragile but essential network whose security and resilience are inc…
UNESCO and HBKU advance research on digital behaviour
A new UNESCO Chair in Qatar explores how emerging technologies influence daily life, focusing on dig…
Toronto explores intelligent traffic systems to improve jams and transit
City planners and experts suggest that AI-enhanced traffic signal systems could help reduce gridlock…
Options markets signal caution as Bitcoin steadies
Some analysts see early stabilisation after heavy selling, but recovery depends on Bitcoin holding k…
Generative AI accelerates discovery in complex materials science
Researchers are using generative artificial intelligence to aid the design and discovery of complex …