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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 more than $2 billion. The transaction is one of the most high-profile acquisitions of an Asian AI startup by a US technology company and reflects Meta’s push to expand agentic AI capabilities across its platforms. The startup (See more)
OpenAI secures massive funding round led by SoftBank
A SoftBank-led investment significantly increases OpenAI’s valuation and underlines growing investor confidence in large-scale AI development.
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 Windows and macOS instead of the cloud, removing subscription fees and data-sharing risks.
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 with severe hearing loss.
Hawaii warns residents about phishing using fake government sites
Fraudulent sites mimic official government URLs and often use AI services to trick residents into submitting sensitive information.
AI malware emerges as major cybersecurity threat
Adaptive ransomware and AI-driven attacks are challenging traditional defences, increasing cybersecurity risks for organisations worldwide.
Scam texts impersonating Illinois traffic authorities spread
Authorities in Illinois warn residents about scam texts impersonating traffic officials and pressuring drivers to pay fake fines.
Belgium’s influencers seek clarity through a new certification scheme
The certification programme in Belgium trains influencers on advertising and consumer law, following complaints that regional rules are confusing and fines can reach tens of thousands of euros.
Romania’s Oltenia Energy Complex reports a serious ransomware breach
Authorities in Romania are investigating a ransomware incident at the Oltenia Energy Complex after hackers encrypted company files and disabled major IT services over the Christmas period.
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