EU targets addictive gaming features
Concerns over gaming addiction and gambling-style mechanics are pushing the EU toward stricter regul…
Kazakhstan climbs global AI readiness ranking
Advanced digital infrastructure and high internet penetration provide Kazakhstan with the tools to s…
Japan to boost spending on semiconductors and AI
Regular budgets will now fund most AI and chip spending, replacing ad-hoc allocations and providing …
MIT-IBM researchers improve large language models with PaTH Attention
Combining PaTH Attention with selective forgetting mechanisms further enhances AI models’ ability to…
IMF calls for stronger AI regulation in global securities markets
Retail investors face growing exposure to AI washing and behavioural targeting as it spreads through…
Agentic AI, digital twins, and intelligent wearables reshape security operations in 2026
Security technology is entering an operational phase as Agentic AI, digital twins and intelligent we…
Drones and AI take over Christmas tree farms
As drones become cheaper and AI software improves, Christmas tree plantations worldwide are shifting…
AI disruption risk seen as lower for India’s white-collar jobs
Sector-specific AI applications in India are expected to generate jobs and enhance global competitiv…
Court blocks Texas app store law as Apple halts rollout
A court ruling halts Texas age verification requirements for app stores, prompting Apple to pause ch…
Indian banks turn to AI for revenue growth
Banks now prioritise AI-led growth over operational cost savings.
Digital rules dispute deepens as US administration avoids trade retaliation
Foreign digital regulations face pushback from the US administration.
Groq partners with Nvidia to expand inference technology
Collaboration between Groq and Nvidia reflects a trend of AI companies partnering to accelerate tech…
Visa ban imposed by US on ex-EU commissioner over digital platform rules
A diplomatic dispute emerges as a US visa ban targets figures tied to EU social media regulation.
AI chatbots exploited to create nonconsensual bikini deepfakes
The spread of nonconsensual deepfakes highlights growing risks of image-based abuse enabled by gener…
India to showcase local AI apps at impact summit
The initiative focuses on real-world AI deployment across public and commercial sectors.
Santa Tracker services add new features on Christmas Eve
NORAD and Google use AI to add new experiences to their respective Santa Tracker platforms.
AI tools help researchers explore how memory forms in the brain
AI-powered visualisation tools are helping scientists analyse memory-related brain structures.
EU crypto tax reporting rules take effect in January
Exchanges and brokers have until 1 July to comply with reporting requirements or risk penalties unde…
AI-generated Jesuses spark concern over faith and bias
Experts caution that AI models portraying Jesus may homogenise religious traditions and shape faith …
ChatGPT becomes more customisable for tone and style
Users can now adjust ChatGPT’s warmth, enthusiasm and emoji responses under new Personalisation sett…
EU credits DMA as Apple opens iOS 26.3 to third-party accessories
Greater interoperability arrives for EU iPhone users as Apple opens iOS 26.3 to third-party accessor…
Japan investigates AI search services over news use
Concerns grow that generative AI could divert readers from news sites, threatening the financial hea…
Small businesses battle rising cyber attacks in the US
Ransomware, phishing and employee mistakes are the leading cyber risks for US SMBs, yet many firms s…
ChatGPT may move beyond GPTs as OpenAI develops new Skills feature
Developers report OpenAI is testing a new Skills system that replaces role-based GPTs with modular a…
Italy orders Meta to lift WhatsApp AI restrictions
Regulators warned Meta’s AI integration could undermine competition and harm consumers.
SK hynix urges government to ease fair trade regulations
Regulatory flexibility is seen as vital for sustaining competitiveness and long-term investment in t…
South Korea fake news law sparks fears for press freedom
Media unions and academics in South Korea argue that a controversial fake news bill risks shifting d…
Nomani investment scam spreads across social media
Improved AI videos and social media techniques make the scam harder to spot, while law enforcement e…
Aflac confirms large-scale data breach following cyber incident
Insurance sector cyberattacks expand with Aflac breach affecting millions.
Deutsche Bank warns on scale of AI spending
Hyperscalers could spend $4 trillion on AI data centres by 2030, analysts warned.
Creators embrace AI music on YouTube
YouTube creators are adopting AI music tools to refine sound design, maintain audience engagement an…
Meta restricts Congress AI videos in India
The company said the videos did not violate platform rules but carried legal risk.
AI search services face competition probe in Japan
Investigation into AI search tools aims to address potential market dominance abuse and copyright co…
Chest X-rays gain new screening potential through AI
Researchers show chest X-rays can support opportunistic liver screening when enhanced by AI.
AI chatbots reshape learning habits and critical thinking debates
New studies explore how AI chatbots influence learning, recall, and critical thinking across educati…
AI to reshape finance in 2026
Finance leaders expect 2026 to mark a turning point as AI enables real-time insights, scenario model…
AI analysis charts shifts in ageing research trends
A century of ageing science has been mapped using natural language processing and machine learning.
South Korea tightens ID checks with facial verification for phone accounts
Criminals have been exploiting stolen data to open phone accounts used in phishing scams, prompting …
DeepMind chief renews the AI intelligence debate
Rising debate surrounds claims that AI may one day learn as broadly as humans, with Elon Musk and xA…
Romania investigates large scale cyber attack on national water body
Ransomware operators used BitLocker encryption to lock databases, servers and email systems at Roman…
Russian scientists develop a 72-qubit quantum computer
The achievement highlights Russia’s progress in creating reliable quantum computers capable of solvi…
South Korea plans huge fines for major data breaches
Public concern over major data breaches is pushing South Korea to introduce fines of up to 10 percen…
UNCTAD launches global database to track e-commerce value
Rapid e-commerce growth contrasts with major data gaps, prompting UN experts to call for standardise…
AI improves personalised ICU care and patient recovery
ICU data-driven predictions could transform patient care, providing real-time insights into nutritio…
‘All is fair in RAM and war’: RAM price crisis in 2025 explained
RAM prices are surging worldwide, and AI demand, tariffs, and supply concentration have reshaped the…
Greece tests AI traffic cameras in Athens pilot
AI-powered traffic cameras recorded over 2,000 serious violations during a four-day pilot in the Ath…
Life sciences face rising pressure as regulators change expectations
Heightened attention from regulators is reshaping expectations for data governance and third-party o…
AI growth changes the cycle for memory chip manufacturers
Memory chip makers say AI workloads are reshaping long-standing industry volatility, replacing sharp…
ByteDance prepares major AI investment for 2026
The firm is budgeting billions for processors while managing the impact of United States export rest…
AI reshapes the future of influenza prevention
AI- driven models are helping researchers predict viral mutations and improve vaccine strain selecti…
Facial recognition trial targets repeat offenders in New Zealand supermarkets
Foodstuffs South Island is running a facial recognition trial to reduce violent and threatening beha…
Russian Central Bank outlines new rules for crypto investors
The proposal introduces investment caps for retail buyers, while granting qualified investors broade…
AI reshapes journalism faster than public perception
Journalists adopt AI for efficiency, but public scepticism grows as technology affects reporting and…
Fake weight loss adverts removed from TikTok
AI-generated weight loss adverts linked to illegal drug sales prompted action from TikTok, as UK reg…
Cooling innovations reshape data centres
Behind the scenes of modern data centres, liquid cooling is emerging as a cleaner, quieter way to ha…
AIOLIA framework translates AI principles into system design
Europe's AI Act sets rules, but projects like AIOLIA focus on making ethics work in practice.
Atlas agent mode fortifies OpenAI’s ChatGPT security
Security updates in ChatGPT Atlas aim to reduce risks linked to AI agents operating inside browsers.
AI app Splat turns photos into colouring pages for children
By using generative AI instead of static templates, Splat allows families to create personalised col…
AI drives Vietnam’s smart city expansion
Delegates said smarter governance relies on forecasting tools, shared data and coordinated decision-…
Florida moves ahead with new AI Bill of Rights
The proposal includes parental controls, political ad disclosure rules and limits on foreign-linked …
See your 2025 ChatGPT trends and how to generate your year in review
The new option provides insights for frequent users, offering a snapshot of personal engagement with…
Canada’s productivity gap drives new push for AI
Experts say stronger compute capacity and commercial pathways are vital for Canada’s next phase of A…
Italy fines Apple €98 million over App Store competition breach
European scrutiny of platform power intensifies as Italy penalises Apple for competition breaches li…
Digital gift cards signal TikTok Shop’s retail expansion
Social commerce evolves as TikTok Shop introduces digital gift cards with animated designs and plann…
5G network slicing strengthens Madrid emergency communications
Public safety communications in Madrid receive a major upgrade as Orange and Ericsson integrate adva…
New AI tool helps radiologists detect kidney tumours faster
The CE-marked BMVision system is now being integrated into clinical workflows, making it the first c…
University of Phoenix breach exposes millions in major Oracle attack
The Oracle zero-day flaw enabled a large-scale breach at the University of Phoenix, adding to a grow…
Scientists develop fast AI tool for fusion energy
GyroSwin generates 5D plasma simulations 1,000 times faster, helping scientists optimise turbulence …
Cyber incident hits France’s postal and banking networks
Holiday deliveries in France were impacted after a denial of service attack temporarily knocked La P…
UN report highlights AI opportunities for small businesses
Access to affordable AI tools, open-source platforms, and hands-on support is helping businesses exp…
AI fuels online abuse of women in public life
Nearly one in four women experiencing online violence report AI-generated content, while rapid socia…
Nvidia seeks China market access as US eases AI chip restrictions
A potential deal allowing Nvidia’s H200 chips into China signals a major change in US export control…
AI agents set to reshape work in 2026
Efficiency and workforce readiness are highlighted in Google Cloud’s 2026 report as companies integr…
Japan develops AI drones to track bears
AI drones in Japan are being developed to track hidden bears and help prevent human-wildlife conflic…
AI and cloud transform New Zealand services
Local cloud technology is helping New Zealand organisations boost productivity, improve public servi…
Is AI making us mentally lazy
The heavy reliance on AI tools is raising new questions about whether the convenience of instant ans…
Ghana sets framework for safe cryptocurrency trading and Bitcoin adoption
Nearly 3 million Ghanaians have used cryptocurrency, prompting authorities to introduce phased licen…
EU renews UK data adequacy decisions until 2031
UK data protection rules remain aligned with EU standards following a fresh adequacy assessment by t…
Defamation risks emerge in Google AI chatbot lawsuit
A lawsuit against Google highlights how defamation law applies to AI chatbots, automated systems, an…
Louisiana AI hub takes shape as Meta marks progress on Hyperion data centre
The Hyperion facility is positioned as a core part of Meta's future AI training and infrastructure p…
NVIDIA joins US energy department Genesis mission to boost scientific discovery
The Genesis Mission aims to boost US scientific productivity, with NVIDIA contributing AI, robotics …
Android botnet Kimwolf infects nearly two million smart devices
A newly analysed Kimwolf botnet shows how compromised home devices are becoming tools for large-scal…
How Microsoft is teaching AI to understand biological systems
AI at Microsoft Research is learning the language of biology, enabling protein design, precision med…
Global data centre investment hits record $61bn
Analysts warn that unprecedented spending by AI firms, including OpenAI, raises concerns over long-t…
xAI could reach AGI by 2026 as the AI race intensifies
Growing competition in AI has pushed xAI to accelerate development, as Musk signals that AGI timelin…
Hedge funds and banks drive growth in crypto-ETF trading
Institutional adoption of Bitcoin and Ether ETFs is transforming the US crypto market, but regulator…
Samsung introduces upgraded AI-powered appliances at CES 2026
AI Vision upgrades enable automatic food recognition, simpler inventory management, and smart wine p…
Ripple transforms cross-border payments with XRP
XRP acts as a bridge currency in RippleNet, providing liquidity and enabling near-instant settlement…
EU moves to extend child abuse detection rules
Brussels wants to extend interim child protection rules until 2028, ensuring online services can con…
Mac users lose ChatGPT voice access in 2026
OpenAI has announced the removal of Voice functionality from its ChatGPT macOS app, citing plans to …
Civil servants and AI will work together in 2050
Governments must strengthen foresight, create experimentation spaces, and embed continuous learning …
TSA introduces a fee for travellers without ID
US airport travellers without a REAL ID or passport will face a $45 TSA fee from February, as author…
EU sets course for digital euro adoption
A new Council mandate sets the legal framework for a digital euro, introducing privacy safeguards, h…
Bank of England governor warns AI could displace jobs at Industrial Revolution scale
The governor of the Bank of England has warned that artificial intelligence is likely to displace wo…
Dubai charities open doors to crypto donations
By embracing virtual assets in charitable giving, Dubai continues to position itself as a global cen…
Google study shows teens embrace AI
The Future Report finds young people embrace AI but call for guidance and transparency, reflecting t…
UK plans ban on deepfake AI nudification apps
Proposed UK legislation would criminalise AI nudification apps, strengthening protections against de…
Major IBM training programme to boost India’s AI, cybersecurity and quantum skills
IBM has committed to training 5 million learners in India in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity …
AI-generated video falsely claims US military to ‘take over’ Nigerian army
A widely shared video claiming a U.S. military officer announced the United States would 'take over'…
UK Foreign Office hit by cyber-attack
A cyber-attack on the UK Foreign Office raises concerns about state-sponsored hacking, with experts …