Updates

11 Jan 2026

Wegmans faces backlash over facial recognition in US stores

Facial recognition signs at Wegmans have sparked debate over customer consent.

11 Jan 2026

BBC launches media literacy series for teenagers

New classroom series addresses growing concerns around AI and digital misinformation.

11 Jan 2026

Smartphone reliance grows amid uneven broadband access

Most Americans go online daily, but internet access remains uneven across income groups.

10 Jan 2026

AI helps solve alpine rescue mystery

A red helmet spotted by AI proved crucial in narrowing the search area.

10 Jan 2026

Robotics industry sets out key trends for 2026

Humanoid robots face pressure to prove efficiency in real workplaces.

10 Jan 2026

WhatsApp scams prompt Meta crackdown

Millions of WhatsApp accounts tied to financial scams were taken down by Meta following reports of widespread fraud targeting users.

10 Jan 2026

EU instructs X to keep all Grok chatbot records

X must preserve Grok data under EU rules as regulators hold the platform accountable for AI-generated content.

9 Jan 2026

CES 2026 showcases AI and robotics innovations

From robotaxis to smart bricks and AI holograms, CES 2026 highlights how AI is shaping the next generation of consumer tech.

9 Jan 2026

UMMC conducts one of first multi-country live surgeries using 5G and AI

The medical centre is gearing up for more live surgeries, all powered by the innovative extended reality platform.

9 Jan 2026

New York launches 2026 with new AI proposals

State leaders are placing AI firmly at the centre of early 2026 policy debates, combining new safeguards with efforts to support innovation. The approach reflects growing attention to how AI affects everyday services, consumer trust, and economic development.