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AI helps detect congenital heart defects in unborn babies
A study of 200 fetal ultrasounds across 11 centres showed AI improves detection rates, efficiency, and confidence scores for congenital heart defect assessments.
AWS launches frontier agents to boost software development
Teams benefit from less repetitive work, faster development cycles, and stronger security, transforming how software is built and operated.
UK ministers advance energy plans for AI expansion
Recent discussions on national AI strategy deepened after UK ministers assessed how improved grid access can strengthen investment in emerging data centre clusters.
EU states strike deal on chat-scanning law
A long-awaited breakthrough on the EU’s child protection law has reopened a fierce debate over how far governments should go to safeguard children online without sliding into widespread digital surveillance.
OpenAI faced questions after ChatGPT surfaced app prompts for paid users
A Peloton suggestion in ChatGPT sparked debate about intrusive app discovery tests.
Regulators question transparency after Mixpanel data leak
Security experts say the Mixpanel case highlights longstanding weaknesses in behavioural-tracking systems.
Irish regulator probes an investigation into TikTok and LinkedIn
Authorities in Ireland have begun investigations into TikTok and LinkedIn to assess whether reporting systems for suspected illegal content meet accessibility and user-friendliness requirements under the Digital Services Act.
OpenAI expands investment in mental health safety research
The new programme by OpenAI supports external researchers working on culturally grounded mental health topics, emphasising improved evaluation, ethical datasets and guidance for future AI behaviour.
AI growth threatens millions of jobs across Asia
China and Singapore are reaping benefits, while poorer nations struggle with basic digital access and skills gaps.
eSafety highlights risks in connected vehicle technology
Reports from frontline workers show that smart vehicle connectivity can create vulnerabilities, prompting eSafety to recommend clearer protections and improved safety measures for users.
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