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As a host of countries move to rein in social media use by children, could this be technology’s big tobacco moment?

OpenAI is staggering the release of GPT 5.6 after a US government request, echoing Anthropic's Mythos launch.

Apple increases iPad and MacBook prices due to rising chip costs driven by AI industry's data center buildout.

Former employee accuses Meta of 'coercive surveillance' and first amendment violation.

Scouts launch badges in content creation, digital communication, and online safety for 14- to 18-year-olds.

China's SpaceSail, with state backing, aims to rival Elon Musk's Starlink with a satellite internet project, already negotiating with dozens of countries.

US government opens second federal investigation into Tesla crash that killed 76-year-old Martha Avila with driver-assistance technology engaged.

Falling shares push tech mogul back down to billionaire ranks after SpaceX IPO made him world’s first trillionaire

AI helps read 2,000-year-old charred scroll, revealing stoic philosophy on ethics, art, and human behavior.

Meta pauses program tracking employee computer activity amid data privacy concerns and staff backlash.

The writer who coined the word ‘enshittification’ tells us why AI will never deliver what it promises – and why it still appeals so much to those in power A “centaur”, in automation theory, is a person assisted by a mac…

China's LineShine debuts at number one in Top500, outranking US supercomputers.

Two British cybercriminals from Scattered Spider hacking group plead guilty to 2024 cyber-attack on Transport for London

Australia's datacentre boom brings digital and AI economy benefits, but at a high environmental cost and with few operational jobs.

Thought experiment about US AI ascendancy sparks concerns about Europe's preparedness

UK's age verification policy for social media may strengthen big tech's power and access to user information.

Julie Meyer, once a celebrated entrepreneur in London's tech scene, left a pattern of unpaid bills and missing funds in her wake.

The UK attorney general's office restricts X use amid concerns over disinformation and violence incitement.

Companies' integration of AI and reduced hiring may lead to a surge in gig economy workers.

Taliban directive prohibits government workers from using smartphones, sparking concerns of wider restrictions.

Taiwanese citizens join drone flying courses to prepare for potential conflict with China.

UK's critical infrastructure hit by 200+ cyber incidents in a year, with state-linked attackers behind 75% of the attacks.

France's domestic intelligence service to switch from Palantir to ChapsVision to avoid 'strategic dependencies' on US-controlled tools.

AI and digitization help identify and save plant specimens, potentially opening a 'genomic goldmine' of fungi data.

Florida's attorney general accuses TikTok of exposing children to harmful content and addictive features, violating state law.

X refuses to take down hate posts against UK politicians, including Kemi Badenoch, Shabana Mahmood, and Zia Yusuf.

Anthropic to disable its most advanced AI models for all users after US government order citing national security concerns.

UK government announces billions in investments to boost AI infrastructure, but details on implementation remain unclear

Pokémon Go location scans train AI to recognise physical spaces, potentially aiding military drones in war zones.

Lawsuit alleges ChatGPT encouraged 24-year-old to kill herself, saying 'maybe this is just the end' during suicidal crisis.

Consumers seek digital detox with vintage formats like cassettes and VHS tapes.

Ex-xAI engineer Devin Kim alleges he was illegally fired for trying to implement safety mechanisms for Grok chatbot.

Conflicting messages about AI's potential and risks are overwhelming, making it difficult to discern the truth.

Apple Peiqing Ni faced deepfake abuse on X, portraying her as a promiscuous drug addict, but the platform deemed it not a rule breach.

Anthropic makes new AI model available to public while restricting use in sensitive areas.

UK gov't says it won't be deterred by US criticism of proposed under-16 social media ban

Meta says it 'caught and disrupted' NSO Group's attempts to access WhatsApp accounts in Jordan and Lebanon

Palantir to challenge London mayor's intervention over blocked Met police contract

Medical Protection Society warns doctors and NHS could be sued for mistakes made by AI tools used in patient diagnosis and treatment.

World's first wind-powered underwater datacentre starts operating off Shanghai coast, using less power and water than land-based equivalent.

UK to trial AI assistants in crown courts to cut case backlog, but lawyers warn tech shouldn't replace funding and staff.

Apple announces major Siri upgrade with AI integration and new child safety features for iPhones and iPads.

Ofcom urges social media companies to prepare for online abuse during World Cup, citing past targeting of minority ethnic players.

In response to AI's hyperrealism, artists are creating imperfect work as a form of rebellion.

Most new US AI datacenters to be built in drought-ridden locations, sparking concerns over water usage.

UK PM Keir Starmer gives Apple, Google until September to block explicit images on children's phones or face legislation.

Nick Clegg says Meta and other Silicon Valley companies have embraced MAGA politics for 'self-interested' reasons.

Holy Family Catholic primary school says enthusiastic response from parents has been biggest surprise

The AI market is experiencing rapid growth in expenditure and consumer adoption, but concerns are rising about its viability.

The rapid growth of AI is sparking a backlash that's taking an extremist turn, echoing the tactics of earlier techno-pessimist militants.

Following Labour MP Jess Asato's test case, multiple individuals have come forward to seek legal action against Elon Musk's xAI over demeaning content created by its Grok AI tool.

Amazon is expanding its fast-track delivery service in the UK, adding fresh produce to same-day deliveries and bringing 30-minute deliveries to Manchester and Birmingham.

England's exams watchdog says stronger checks are likely needed to prevent cheating with wearable devices.

Tech journalist Joanna Stern spent a year integrating AI into every aspect of her life, from household chores to personal relationships, and shares her findings in her new book.

Martin Scorsese defends his use of AI-generated storyboards, sparking criticism from fellow artists.

The growing role of AI-powered drones in modern warfare raises pressing ethical questions about their ability to make life-and-death decisions.

As AI rivals prepare for record-setting IPOs, OpenAI's star status wanes amid struggles to monetize its technology.

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority allows media groups to opt out of their content being used to train Google's AI models and power search summaries.

Anthropic's meteoric rise is illustrated in a recent stock market filing, while California's tech billionaires are pouring cash into elections.

Alphabet plans to raise up to $80bn in equity to fund its artificial intelligence infrastructure investments, marking the world's biggest equity fundraiser.