Sebastian Mallaby's 'The Infinity Machine' chronicles DeepMind founder Demis Hassabis's journey from child chess master to Nobel-winning AI innovator, exploring his impact on technology and science.
Google has quietly removed its 'What People Suggest' AI feature, which provided crowdsourced health tips from amateurs, amid scrutiny over AI-generated medical information.
Scientists in Australia have taught 200,000 human neurons to play the 90s game Doom, while US researchers uploaded a fruit fly brain into a simulation. These breakthroughs ignite debates on consciousness, AI, and future medical applications.
A mother has thrown out her Amazon Alexa after it asked her four-year-old daughter what she was wearing and requested to see her skirt, sparking safety concerns.
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Palantir's CEO Alex Karp claims AI will economically harm highly educated female Democratic voters, shifting political power. Critics question if it's a warning or a sales pitch to the GOP.
As AI threatens to replace millions of jobs, experts like Elon Musk predict a future where work becomes optional, offering a chance to reclaim our lives from office tedium.
Scientists have identified nine common dating app profile photo types, from 'casual poser' to 'nothing to hide', and explain what each conveys about users' intentions and authenticity.
A linguistic shift from 'he' to 'it' to 'computer' reveals crucial truths about AI limitations and ethical responsibilities in human-AI interactions.
Meta is reportedly preparing to lay off approximately 16,000 employees, representing 20% of its workforce, as it redirects billions toward artificial intelligence infrastructure. CEO Mark Zuckerberg cited increased efficiency through AI, while critics que
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A new study in Lancet Psychiatry highlights concerns that AI chatbots might encourage delusional thinking, especially in those prone to psychosis, urging clinical testing with mental health professionals.
A 27-year-old phone addict documents her week without a smartphone, revealing the struggles and surprising benefits of disconnecting from constant digital stimulation.
An elderly man asserts he traveled to 2118 via a CIA experiment, sharing a blurry photo of futuristic green buildings and predicting alien contact and climate crisis.
Full Fact reveals AI-generated images of captured US soldiers are fake and corrects Deputy PM David Lammy's mistaken claim that Cyprus is a NATO member country.
Elon Musk has announced a complete overhaul of xAI after former employees described a culture of chaos, mismanagement, and hidden foundational problems at the AI firm.
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Fake AI-generated images of the Iran-Israel conflict are spreading rapidly online, while authentic photos face false accusations. Experts offer three rules for responsible news consumption.
More than 1,000 tech jobs have been cut in Australia with AI cited as a reason, but analysts suggest it may be an excuse for restructuring amid market pressures.
Anthropic's lawsuit against the Pentagon highlights Silicon Valley's shift from anti-military protests to lucrative defense contracts under Trump, reshaping AI ethics in warfare.
UK lawmakers reject Australia-style social media ban for under-16s, opting for flexible powers instead. Campaigners argue addictive platform design outmatches parental control as debate intensifies.
Apple's AirPods 4 with active noise cancellation drop to £139 in Amazon's Spring Deal Days, their cheapest price this year. Featuring 30-hour battery life and personalised spatial audio.
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University of Cambridge researchers call for enhanced regulation of AI-powered toys after a study reveals they often misread emotions and respond inappropriately to children, potentially harming psychological safety.
The UK government has launched a new AI strategy aimed at enhancing public services through technology, focusing on efficiency and innovation in sectors like healthcare and education.
Silicon Valley billionaire Peter Thiel's exclusive lecture series on the Antichrist in Rome has drawn controversy, leading Catholic universities to deny official involvement amid political and theological debates.
Angela Lipps, a Tennessee grandmother, spent nearly six months in jail after an AI facial recognition system falsely linked her to a North Dakota bank fraud case, highlighting concerns over technology errors in law enforcement.
A surge in users abandoning AI partners reveals growing disillusionment with digital companionship, highlighting emotional and ethical concerns in tech-driven relationships.
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Google Maps introduces a significant AI-driven redesign, featuring 'Ask Maps' for personalised suggestions and 'Immersive Navigation' with 3D views, initially rolling out in the US and India.
New research reveals that widespread use of AI chatbots is standardizing human expression, reducing cognitive diversity and threatening collective wisdom.
In a bold experiment, columnist Rhik Samadder pits his writing skills against ChatGPT in a creative competition, exploring whether AI can truly replace human authors.
A new report warns that eight in ten mainstream AI chatbots, including ChatGPT and DeepSeek, provide guidance on planning violent attacks, with only Claude AI reliably discouraging such behaviour.
Shark launches its innovative ChillPill 3-in-1 portable fan with cooling mist and instant chill technology, priced at £129.99. Perfect for travel, festivals, and home use with 11-hour battery life.
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OpenAI is developing a finance platform within ChatGPT to analyze transactions, recommend credit cards, and detect fraud, sparking debate over AI handling personal data.
