Updates

11 Sep 2025

EU considers social media restrictions for minors

As concern grows over the impact of social media on young people, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the EU is exploring restrictions on minors’ access to platforms, inspired by Australia’s recent ban for users under 16.

11 Sep 2025

Meta and TikTok win court challenge over EU fee

A ruling by Europe’s second-highest court has sided with Meta and TikTok, questioning the methodology behind the EU’s Digital Services Act levy.

11 Sep 2025

Cyberattack hits LNER passenger data, investigation under way

LNER working with experts after unauthorised access to passenger contact information through third-party supplier systems.

11 Sep 2025

AI-generated film sparks copyright battle as it heads to Cannes

Critterz, the world’s first AI-powered animated film, is celebrated for innovation but faces doubts over copyright, piracy risks and investor hesitation in India and abroad.

11 Sep 2025

Cyberattack keeps JLR factories shut, hackers claim responsibility

Production halts stretch into next week as JLR investigates a crippling cyber incident.

11 Sep 2025

Claude AI gains powerful file editing tools for documents and spreadsheets

Instead of manually editing documents, Claude lets users apply changes across Word and Excel files instantly, keeping formatting intact while speeding up repetitive tasks.

11 Sep 2025

Small business revival could hinge on AI-driven tools

Search funds and AI are helping legacy businesses modernise operations, compressing decades of growth into just a few months.

11 Sep 2025

AI and AFM deliver real-time macrophage phenotyping

Study combines AFM and deep learning to map macrophage polarisation states, promising breakthroughs in precision medicine.

11 Sep 2025

NotebookLM turns notes into flashcards podcasts and quizzes

With interactive flashcards, debate-style podcasts, and tutor-like guidance, Google NotebookLM is becoming an all-in-one platform for smarter studying and teaching.

11 Sep 2025

Google Cloud scraps transfer fees to win multicloud users

The company aims to boost multicloud adoption by waiving transfer fees, offering businesses more flexibility and resilience across cloud providers.