Crypto mining to become legal under Turkmenistan’s new law
Turkmenistan’s sweeping move to regulate its digital asset landscape signals a major shift in how th…
DeepSeek use halted across Belgian federal workplaces
Belgium has ordered all federal government officials to cease using the Chinese AI tool DeepSeek, ef…
EU moves forward on new online child protection rules
The Council endorsed new EU rules that oblige online providers to prevent the spread of harmful mate…
SAP expands sovereign cloud vision with EU AI Cloud
EU AI Cloud integrates models from leading partners and provides multiple deployment paths that help…
EU faces new battles over digital rights
Campaigners pressed for stronger action on tech-enabled gender violence during the 16 Days initiativ…
New ChatGPT Voice design aims to smooth AI conversations
Users can now mix speaking and typing in one ChatGPT chat window, with real-time on-screen updates.
South Korea accelerates AI adoption as NVIDIA strengthens national ecosystem
With new access to large-scale GPU infrastructure, South Korea is preparing for faster AI growth acr…
Quantum computing interest rises across global business
Interest in quantum computing is accelerating as businesses anticipate its potential to transform fu…
Mixpanel breach exposes limited OpenAI API metadata
A security issue at Mixpanel led to exposure of some OpenAI API account metadata, according to the c…
Australia moves to curb nudify tools after eSafety action
Hugging Face has updated its terms to limit misuse of hosted models, following warnings about models…
Coinbase Ventures reveals top areas to watch in 2026
Perpetual contracts, next-gen DeFi, and privacy-focused tools could redefine capital efficiency and …
Asahi faces major disruption after cyberattack
A significant cyber incident at Asahi has raised questions about data security and supply resilience…
Malicious Chrome extension siphons SOL from Solana swaps
High-volume Solana traders face increased risk as each swap performed through the extension includes…
EU prepares tougher oversight for crypto operators
Privacy concerns are rising as regulators gain deeper insight into wallet flows, user activity and p…
London councils activate emergency plans after serious cyber attack
London’s Kensington and Chelsea council has activated emergency plans after a cyber attack also hit …
New phishing kit targets Microsoft 365 users
The operation follows Microsoft’s earlier crackdown on the RaccoonO365 phishing network.
As AI agents proliferate, human purpose is being reconsidered
Experts warn that the growing use of autonomous AI agents, capable of planning and executing tasks, …
New AI and 5G technology transforms stadium experience
Spectators experience smarter, more interactive live football events powered by AI and 5G solutions.
Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 by Qualcomm brings faster AI performance to flagship phones
The new Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 platform focuses on speed, efficiency and smarter on-device AI for high-e…
Underground AI tools marketed for hacking raise alarms among cybersecurity experts
A new Unit 42 report warns that underground AI models like WormGPT and KawaiiGPT are lowering the sk…
Staffordshire Police trials AI agents on its 101 line
Staffordshire Police will begin trialling AI call-handling agents on its 101 line to reduce waiting …
Fragmented rules complicate South Africa green tech transfer
Stronger links between research, industry and communities could turn scattered pilot schemes into re…
Family warns others after crypto scam costs elderly man £3,000
A family in South Tyneside is urging others to stay alert after an elderly relative was tricked into…
Online platforms face new EU duties on child protection
Draft regulation sets fresh obligations for digital firms to curb child sexual abuse material across…
Virginia sets new limits on AI chatbots for minors
A renewed effort in Virginia seeks to manage chatbot behaviour in sensitive conversations and preven…
G20 leaders seal landmark declaration in Johannesburg
A rare show of unity among world leaders in Johannesburg has set the stage for what could become one…
Australia strengthens parent support for new social media age rules
eSafety forms a national parent group to support Australia's carers navigating social media restrict…
Ecuador and Latin America expand skills in ethical AI with UNESCO training
UNESCO is training officials in Ecuador and Latin America to apply ethical principles and strengthen…
Character AI blocks teen chat and introduces new interactive Stories feature
A new feature called ‘Stories’ from Character.AI allows users under 18 to create interactive fiction…
UAE strengthens digital transformation with Sharjah’s new integration committee
A new high-level committee will support Sharjah’s digital strategy by improving coordination, monito…
AI is accelerating the transition to clean energy
Through AI-driven research and collaboration, the energy sector can better forecast infrastructure n…
AI development by Chinese companies shifts abroad
Growing reliance on overseas facilities is reshaping how major Chinese companies pursue their next w…
Gemini 3 marks Google’s latest step in the AI competition
Search enters new phase as Google integrates Gemini 3.
New alliance between Samsung and SK Telecom accelerates 6G innovation
The new agreement between Samsung and SK Telecom drives major progress in AI-powered 6G technologies…
MEPs call for stronger online protection for children
Growing alarm over the digital habits of Europe’s youngest users is driving calls for bold new rules…
AI and anonymity intensifies online violence against women
Millions of women face online violance amplified by AI, with digital harassment spilling into real l…
Swiss Federal Council approves update to tax information exchange rules
Crypto service providers in Switzerland will face reporting obligations under the new AEOI Ordinance…
Civil rights groups warn of UK data protection enforcement gaps
A coalition of more than 70 organisations has asked MPs to investigate what they call a collapse in …
AI scribes help reduce physician paperwork and burnout
Adoption of AI scribes could help healthcare systems manage documentation demands while maintaining …
Warner Music partners with AI song generator Suno
Fans can now create AI-generated songs featuring their favourite artists as Warner Music settles dis…
HP cuts thousands of jobs as AI reshapes operations
Rising memory chip prices driven by AI data centre demand may pressure HP’s margins from 2026, promp…
INQUBATOR set to build a competitive quantum ecosystem over four years
New programme called INQUBATOR helps SMEs explore practical quantum applications.
Advantage2 pushes D-Wave’s quantum computing closer to mainstream use
D-Wave positions Advantage2 as proof that quantum computing is shifting from theory to practical, en…
AI chatbots misidentify images they created
Experts warn language-trained models lack reliable visual analysis for image verification.
OpenAI clarifies position in sensitive lawsuit
Legal action against OpenAI has increased scrutiny of conversational agents as regulators assess res…
AI use by US immigration agents sparks concern
Experts warn AI threatens accuracy where courts depend on an officer’s own perspective.
Industrial sectors push private 5G momentum
Rising industrial automation is strengthening the case for private 5G, offering reliability where pu…
Up to 3 million UK jobs at risk from automation by 2035
Trades, machine work and admin roles face highest risk from AI automation.
South Africa flags crypto as a growing financial risk
A surge in stablecoin volumes has raised concerns over financial stability and gaps in regulation.
Teens launch High Court bid to stop Australia’s under-16 social media ban
Two 15-year-olds have filed a constitutional challenge against Australia’s upcoming under-16 social …
Cyberattack disrupts services across multiple London boroughs
Shared council systems in London have been disrupted by a cyberattack now under review by security a…
What the Cloudflare outage taught us: Tracing ones that shaped the internet of today
Every outage exposes another crack in the systems we rely on, reminding us that resilience must beco…
New ChatGPT layout blends audio, text and maps in one view
The updated ChatGPT interface blends voice, text and images while letting users revisit conversation…
Copilot will be removed from WhatsApp on 15 January 2026
WhatsApp’s new rules remove all LLM chatbots, prompting Copilot’s exit while Microsoft directs users…
Agentic AI transforms enterprise workflows in 2026
Organisations prepare for a shift toward coordinated agentic systems, offering greater autonomy and …
Canada deepens 5G leadership with major Nokia expansion
Officials highlight the economic impact of Nokia’s expanded research campus, reinforcing Canada’s am…
EU pushes for stronger powers in delayed customs reform
Lawmakers say stronger EU powers are vital to curb non-compliant goods entering the market.
AI may reshape weather and climate modelling
The Met Office has published a new framework describing how machine learning can be combined with ph…
Deepfake and AI fraud surges despite stable identity-fraud rates
A new report finds that while overall identity-fraud attempts have dipped, AI and deepfake-powered “…
Oakley Meta glasses launch in India with AI features
India will soon access Meta’s Oakley Meta HSTN glasses, which provide AI assistance, Hindi language …
AWS commits $50bn to US government AI
New infrastructure will bring 1.3 gigawatts of compute to support advanced government workloads.
EU unveils AI whistleblower tool
Experts welcome stronger reporting channels as Europe prepares tighter oversight of advanced AI syst…
AI Safety Institute launched in Australia
Emerging AI technologies will be assessed by a government safety body, ensuring responsible adoption…
UN summit showcases AI and sustainable development transforming the Global South
The Global Industry Summit demonstrates how technology and collaboration can drive sustainable devel…
New benchmark tests chatbot impact on well-being
Only four leading models kept safety guardrails intact under pressure, researchers found.
Google teams with Accel to boost India’s AI ecosystem
Google and Accel have launched a joint initiative that will invest up to US$2 million per start-up, …
Real-time guidance for visually impaired users
NaviSense uses AI to help visually impaired users find objects in real time, offering vibration and …
DXB introduces AI-powered system to speed up ground operations
Dubai Airports is rolling out an AI-powered system at DXB to coordinate aircraft turnaround, aiming …
AI supercomputer to study eye behaviour
Large-scale modelling of eye movements and cognition will be powered by the AI supercomputer Isambar…
AI is reshaping neuroscience research
The new technology is helping neuroscientists analyse data, model brain function, and improve clinic…
Macquarie crowns ‘AI slop’ as Word of the Year
AI slop’s rise from internet joke to linguistic milestone hints at just how sharply our relationship…
Google warns Europe risks losing its AI advantage
A new Google message in Brussels stressed that innovation depends on giving European companies the m…
Europe urged to accelerate AI adoption
The future competitiveness depends on decisive action to reduce dependencies and support faster AI d…
Claude Opus 4.5 brings smarter AI to apps and developers
Early tests show Opus 4.5 outperforms prior versions and human candidates on complex technical and m…
UN warns corporate power threatens human rights
Migrant workers, women, and informal employees remain highly vulnerable, while attacks on human righ…
White House launches Genesis Mission for AI-driven science
Policymakers describe the Genesis Mission as a historic push to expand America’s technological capac…
How to tell if your favourite new artist is AI-generated
As AI-generated songs spread across streaming platforms, experts say there are clues listeners can w…
NVIDIA powers a new wave of specialised AI agents to transform business
Enterprises adopt specialised agents built with NVIDIA’s open-source models to boost precision, stre…
UK enforces digital travel approval through new ETA system
The government will enforce digital permission checks on all travellers, requiring carriers to confi…
ChatGPT for Teachers launched as OpenAI expands educator tools
New teacher-focused ChatGPT aims to streamline lesson planning.
AI models face new test on safeguarding human well-being
Researchers found that most AI models fail when prompted to ignore humane principles and well-being,…
ChatGPT unveils new shopping research experience
A specialised GPT-5 mini model powers a tailored shopping experience that adapts to user feedback an…
Japan boosts Rapidus with major semiconductor funding
Government subsidies and private backing support Japan’s renewed semiconductor ambitions.
Nvidia’s results fail to ease AI bubble fears
Demand for AI hardware continues to rise sharply, leaving analysts questioning how long major tech f…
India confronts rising deepfake abuse as AI tools spread
High-profile deepfake cases highlight growing concerns over political misuse, online safety and digi…
Ireland confronts rising energy strain from data centres
Authorities warn soaring AI demand could push data centre energy use to unprecedented levels across …
AI chatbot comes to Shinagawa station in Japan
Travellers at Shinagawa Station can now access a smart AI chatbot to navigate ticketing and station …
Waymo wins regulatory green light to expand robotaxi reach in Bay Area and SoCal
Waymo has gained approval to operate fully driverless across a much wider area of California, includ…
AI helps you shop smarter this holiday season
Finding deals and perfect presents this holiday season is simpler as AI helps shoppers navigate Blac…
UK government launches GDS Local to upgrade council services
Data sharing through the new hub aims to improve public services while protecting privacy.
Pope Leo warns teens not to outsource schoolwork to AI
In a livestream address, Pope Leo XIV told about 15,000 young Americans that while AI is powerful, i…
US warns of rising senior health fraud as AI lifts scam sophistication
Investigators say AI tools help flag suspicious Medicare billing and prevent senior health fraud.
Europe needs clearer regulation to capture AI growth, Google says
Stronger skills, clearer rules and modern AI tools are essential for Europe’s economic future, Googl…
EU approves funding for a new Onsemi semiconductor facility in the Czech Republic
Onsemi will introduce training programmes, commit to priority orders during shortages, and help deve…
LSEG data and LG’s EXAONE model combine in new AI-driven stock prediction service
New LG–LSEG tool uses EXAONE to analyse structured and unstructured financial data and generate four…
Creativity that AI cannot reshape
The Munich ruling reveals how the very qualities that make human creativity unique can turn AI syste…
Spain opens inquiry into Meta over privacy concerns
Researchers in Europe revealed long-term data collection on Android devices, prompting Spain to dema…
UAE launches 1 billion AI initiative for Africa
AI-driven projects will improve living standards, promote equitable growth, and expand opportunities…
Twitch is classified as age-restricted by the Australian regulator
New guidance from eSafety places Twitch under stricter controls from December as officials push plat…
Under-16s face new online restrictions as Malaysia tightens oversight
Growing concern over how young people navigate today’s digital platforms is prompting countries to r…