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Andy West: Tech Ethics Visionary Remembered

Tributes pour in for technology philosopher Andy West, whose groundbreaking work on AI ethics and digital responsibility shaped how we think about technology's role in society.

AI Valuation Bubble Reaches Absurd Levels

As AI company valuations soar to unprecedented heights, financial experts warn of worrying parallels with previous tech bubbles. Discover why investors are growing increasingly nervous about the sustainability of current market trends.

Apple & Samsung users face UK feature ban

UK government considers banning a popular smartphone feature used by millions, potentially affecting Apple iPhone and Samsung Galaxy users across Britain. Find out if your device could be impacted.

Amazon Fire TV Stick Prime Day Deals 2025

Amazon's Prime Day brings jaw-dropping discounts on Fire TV Sticks, transforming your regular TV into a smart entertainment hub at unbeatable prices.

UK Investor Warns of AI Stock Bubble Danger

Prominent British tech investor Eileen Burbidge warns that artificial intelligence stocks are showing worrying signs of a market bubble, drawing parallels to the dot-com era as valuations become dangerously detached from reality.

Sperm Racing: Tech Bros' Bizarre New Status Symbol

Silicon Valley's wealthy tech entrepreneurs are spending thousands on 'sperm racing' - a controversial new trend where they compete to have the fastest-swimming sperm. Discover why this latest biohacking craze reveals deeper issues about masculinity and p

Trump's $50k H-1B Visa Fee Threat to UK Tech

Exclusive: Proposed drastic increases to US H-1B visa fees under a potential Trump administration could cripple UK tech firms, strain economic ties, and trigger a global talent war, industry leaders warn.

British AI Outpredicts Humans in Global Forecast Contest

A British AI startup has triumphed over human experts in a prestigious international forecasting tournament, signalling a seismic shift in our ability to predict global events. Discover how this London-based firm is redefining the future of foresight.

Trump's $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Plan Stuns UK Tech Sector

Exclusive: Donald Trump's potential second-term immigration plan includes a staggering $100,000 fee for H-1B visas, a move that could devastate British tech firms reliant on US talent exchange and reshape global tech recruitment.

UK-US Seal £31bn AI Pact Amid Secrecy Concerns

The UK and US have signed a landmark £31 billion tech deal, focusing on AI development and procurement. Critics question the lack of parliamentary scrutiny and potential risks to public funds and data privacy.

Clegg's Tech Pact Branded 'Sloppy Seconds' from US

Former UK Deputy PM Nick Clegg faces intense criticism for a multibillion-dollar transatlantic tech pact, with US insiders dismissing it as a desperate move for 'sloppy seconds' from Silicon Valley.

Visionary Architect Sir Nicholas Grimshaw Dies at 87

The architectural world mourns the loss of Sir Nicholas Grimshaw, the pioneering British architect behind London's iconic Eden Project and Waterloo International terminal, who passed away at 87.

Artist Norman Toynton, Master of Light, Dies at 86

Celebrating the life and profound legacy of Norman Toynton, the acclaimed British artist whose luminous paintings and powerful portraits captured the human condition, leaving an indelible mark on 20th-century art.

Apple's AirPods 4: Rent for 20p a Day?

Apple is reportedly exploring a radical new subscription model for its upcoming AirPods 4, potentially allowing users to pay a small daily fee instead of a hefty upfront cost. This move could revolutionise how we access premium tech.

Wisconsin Data Centre Plan Sparks Water War With Locals

A fierce battle erupts in Menominee, Wisconsin, as locals and officials challenge a proposed $10 billion data centre's plan to consume billions of gallons of water annually, raising alarms over environmental impact and resource strain.

Meta Whistleblowers Expose VR 'Psychological Torture'

Shocking internal documents from Meta reveal a corporate culture prioritising profit over user safety, with VR testers reporting severe psychological harm and a 'move fast and break things' mantra applied to human wellbeing.

Big Tech failing to stop child abuse content online

Australia's eSafety Commissioner has issued a stark warning that major tech platforms are failing to stop the proliferation of child sexual abuse material, despite new voluntary codes being implemented.

Teen coder sells AI app for millions in landmark deal

Exclusive: 18-year-old Zach Yadegari becomes an overnight tech millionaire after his revolutionary AI-powered keyboard app, 'TypeAI', is acquired by a major New York firm in a landmark seven-figure deal.

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