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 …
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…
AI in education receives growing attention across the EU
EU citizens stress the importance of teaching students to manage technology’s impact on mental and p…
New York orders warning labels on social media features
As governments worldwide scrutinise social media’s impact on children, New York now compels platform…
SK Telecom introduces South Korea’s first hyperscale AI model
South Korea gains a powerful new AI tool with SK Telecom’s A.X K1, a hyperscale model built for reas…
Trust Wallet urges update after $7 million hack
Malicious code in the wallet extension harvested decrypted mnemonic phrases, with stolen funds moved…
The AI terms that shaped debate and disruption in 2025
Cultural expressions like 'vibe coding' showed how users respond to AI’s everyday presence, blending…
Quantum computing milestone achieved by Chinese researchers
Researchers demonstrate stabilised quantum computing using microwave-based control.
Tsinghua University is emerging as a cornerstone of China’s AI strategy
Patents, startups, and state backing are accelerating AI development at Tsinghua.
New AI directorates signal Türkiye’s push for AI
New public-sector reforms aim to strengthen AI governance and infrastructure as Türkiye expands its …
Phishing scam targets India’s drivers in large-scale e-Challan cyberattack
A phishing campaign using fake e-Challan portals targets Indian vehicle owners, stealing card data t…
La Poste suffers DDoS attack as Noname057 claims responsibility
Cyberattackers disrupted France’s La Poste with a DDoS attack, blocking parcel tracking and banking …
How AI in 2026 will transform management roles and organisational design
By 2026, AI will be changing how organisations are managed, not just which tasks are automated, as p…
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…