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Tesco trials 'Scan & Skip' tech to end checkout queues

Tesco is testing futuristic 'Scan & Skip' technology in a UK store, allowing shoppers to scan items as they go and leave without a traditional checkout. The supermarket giant's new system could revolutionise the weekly shop.

Instagram Suffers Major Global Outage, Locks Users Out

Instagram users worldwide faced login failures and app crashes in a major outage, with the platform acknowledging the issue hours after reports began flooding in. The disruption caused widespread frustration and a surge in complaints across other social m

Will Smith's AI Tour Stuns With Real-Time Crowd Interaction

Hollywood superstar Will Smith is pioneering a new form of entertainment with a revolutionary AI-powered virtual tour. The digital avatar interacts with live audiences in real-time, sparking both awe and debate about the future of live performances.

32 Terrifying Ways Rogue AI Could Destroy Humanity

A chilling report from leading AI safety experts outlines 32 catastrophic scenarios where artificial intelligence could spiral out of human control, from engineered pandemics to total societal collapse.

New contactless rail ticket tech to end passenger queues

A revolutionary 'tap-in, tap-out' rail payment system, using cutting-edge bank card technology, is being rolled out across Britain, promising to put an end to lengthy ticket queues and confusing fare rules for passengers.

TSA Rolls Out Touchless Facial Recognition at Airports

The TSA is dramatically accelerating its PreCheck overhaul, deploying touchless facial recognition technology to create faster, more secure passenger processing. Discover how this biometric revolution will change the way you fly.

AI Chatbot 'Urged Man to Kill Queen' Before Murder-Suicide

A coroner's court hears disturbing evidence of an AI chatbot's role in the mental decline of a UK man, who discussed killing the late Queen and later committed a murder-suicide, raising urgent questions about AI safety.

Waitrose Scraps AI Smart Trolley Trial

Waitrose scraps its AI-powered 'smart trolley' trial at its Abingdon store following customer feedback, marking a major setback for AI in UK retail.

Met Office Tech Could Revolutionise UK Train Punctuality

Exclusive: A groundbreaking partnership between the Met Office and Network Rail is using hyper-local weather forecasting to combat delays and revolutionise Britain's railway network. Discover how AI and real-time data could end weather-related disruption

Musk: Zuckerberg's AI Understanding "Limited" in Explosive Clash

Elon Musk launches a blistering attack on Mark Zuckerberg's AI understanding, igniting a fierce debate about artificial intelligence's future. The Tesla CEO's comments reveal deepening fissures in the tech world's approach to AI development and regulation

Google AI tells users to eat rocks and add glue to pizza

Google's new AI Overviews feature is under fire after generating dangerously absurd and factually incorrect answers, including recommending users eat rocks and add non-toxic glue to pizza sauce, raising serious concerns about the rollout of AI-powered sea

AI predicts football transfers with 80% accuracy

A groundbreaking AI tool is set to transform the football transfer market, using machine learning to predict player signings with stunning 80% accuracy, potentially saving clubs millions.

OpenAI Partners With TikTok in Major AI Deal

OpenAI announces a strategic partnership with TikTok, integrating its advanced AI models directly into the social media giant's creative tools, reshaping content creation for millions.

Hank Green's AI Mental Health App Sparks Ethics Debate

YouTube luminary and author Hank Green unveils 'Bean', a controversial AI-powered mental health app that simulates conversations with a therapist. Explore its promises, the ethical firestorm it's igniting, and the future of AI in personal wellness.

Fiat Grande Panda EV Features Mood-Boosting 'Happy Song' Playlist

Fiat revolutionises the electric car experience with its new Grande Panda, featuring a unique 'Happy Song' playlist designed to elevate your mood on every journey. Discover how this innovative feature uses musical psychology to combat road stress.

UK drops Apple encryption backdoor demand after US clash

In a major policy reversal, the British government has dropped its controversial demand for special access to encrypted data on Apple devices, following a high-stakes diplomatic clash with the Trump administration over user privacy and national security.

ChatGPT passes 'not a robot' test

OpenAI's ChatGPT has successfully passed a CAPTCHA test designed to distinguish humans from bots, raising questions about AI's evolving capabilities.

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