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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 regulatory frameworks for AI.
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 with their favourite characters. The move replaces open-ended chatbot access, which has been entirely restricted for minors amid concerns over mental health risks. Open-ended AI chatbots can initiate conversations at any time, raising worries about overuse and addiction among younger (See more)
Gemini 3 marks Google’s latest step in the AI competition
Search enters new phase as Google integrates Gemini 3.
AI and anonymity intensifies online violence against women
Millions of women face online violance amplified by AI, with digital harassment spilling into real life and threatening safety, jobs, and freedom of expression.
Swiss Federal Council approves update to tax information exchange rules
Crypto service providers in Switzerland will face reporting obligations under the new AEOI Ordinance, but full rules will take effect in 2027.
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 enforcement by the ICO, pointing to rising breaches and falling investigations, fines and prosecutions.
Warner Music partners with AI song generator Suno
Fans can now create AI-generated songs featuring their favourite artists as Warner Music settles disputes and introduces licensed models with safeguards.
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, energy-efficient business use.
AI chatbots misidentify images they created
Experts warn language-trained models lack reliable visual analysis for image verification.
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