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Study reveals why humans adapt better than AI
Humans adapt to new situations through abstraction, while AI relies on statistical or rule-based methods, limiting flexibility in unfamiliar scenarios.
UN to train governments in blockchain and AI
The education will guide governments in digital IDs, financial services, public procurement, and smart contracts to enhance transparency and inclusion.
Hong Kong to speed up tech hub plan with China
Despite recent signs of recovery, Hong Kong’s economy faces falling home prices, rising unemployment and fiscal challenges, pushing the government to prioritise technology investment.
Japan-backed AI avatar to highlight climate risks at Osaka Expo
Developed with Japanese support, avatar Una is part of a regional project promoting renewable energy and climate resilience across Pacific communities.
AI search tools challenge Google’s dominance
ChatGPT’s rise to 800 million weekly users highlights the shift towards AI-powered search, which offers synthesis instead of multiple links but still requires verification.
PayPal launches one-time links for easy payments
One-time links and crypto payments make peer-to-peer transfers simpler, private, and more cost-effective, while expanding access for users in the US and soon across Europe.
Millions of customer records stolen in Kering luxury brand data breach
ShinyHunters claims Gucci data hack, with Kering reporting Salesforce breach affecting millions of customers globally.
Codex gets smarter with GPT-5, targets GitHub Copilot and rivals
The new Codex model for GPT-5 dynamically adapts to task complexity, providing more efficient pair programming and bug detection.
European regulators push for stronger oversight in crypto sector
Proposed reforms include direct ESMA supervision, improved white paper filings, and measures to enhance legal certainty for token issuers.
UK to benefit from Google’s £5 billion AI plan
The plan by Google will create thousands of jobs and strengthen the UK’s position in AI while coinciding with economic talks during Donald Trump’s visit.
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