Experts Warn of Threat to Democracy from AI Bot Swarms
Experts warn AI bot swarms could disrupt elections and democracy, urging global action to counter the threat.
Experts warn AI bot swarms could disrupt elections and democracy, urging global action to counter the threat.
Peter Andre warns of AI dangers after Maya Jama targeted by deepfake images created using Elon Musk's Grok chatbot on X.
Study warns AI use erodes critical thinking and persistence, creating a 'boiling frog' effect on human cognition.
FTC report finds Meta, Google, TikTok and others engage in vast surveillance, sharing user data widely with third parties.
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Sales of UK homes over £10m tripled after Brexit, as foreign buyers exploited the weak pound, turning the luxury market into a goldmine.
Sienna Rose, a Spotify artist with 2.6m monthly listeners, is revealed as an AI creation, sparking debate about AI in music.
Adding coffee to brownie batter enhances chocolate flavor, says a viral recipe hack. Discover why this simple ingredient transforms the classic dessert.
A photo of a horse silhouetted against a sunrise has baffled the internet, with viewers unable to agree which way it faces. The answer is revealed.
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RecommendedPope Leo XIV calls for ethical AI constraints, apologises for Church's delay in condemning slavery in new encyclical.
Elon Musk calls for Grok AI to have a 'moral constitution' after scandal involving non-consensual sexual images, as Pentagon plans to integrate the chatbot.
Psychotherapists warn that AI chatbots for mental health can cause emotional dependence, exacerbate symptoms, and amplify delusions, urging safeguards.
Chinese AI system autonomously solves decade-old maths problem by American mathematician Dan Anderson, using a new framework with minimal human input.
Find the hidden cat in this optical illusion within 9 seconds to test your eyesight. A challenging brainteaser for sharp vision.
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RecommendedIan Russell, father of Molly Russell, urges no further delay to the Online Safety Bill after inquest found social media contributed to her death.
Dictionary.com names '6-7' as 2025 Word of the Year, a slang term from a Skrilla song that has become a classroom distraction.
Macquarie Dictionary's 2025 word of the year shortlist includes 15 finalists from AI slop to six-seven. Vote until Sunday.
OpenAI retires GPT-4o on Valentine's Day eve, leaving users grieving their AI companions. Many users, often neurodivergent, report improved lives and deep emotional attachment.
Journalist Rhik Samadder tried aversion therapy to beat phone addiction by spending a week on his phone, but found it overwhelming.
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Chinese AI system solves decade-old maths problem without human input, using a new framework to autonomously verify its findings.
Google's Gemini 3 Pro achieves record 37.5% on Humanity's Last Exam, surpassing rivals; Deep Think variant scores 41% but awaits safety checks.
Liverpool are linked with RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande, likened to Sadio Mane. The 19-year-old has 13 goals and 10 assists in 36 Bundesliga games, with a reported £87m price tag.
FIFA confirms VAR technical glitch in Switzerland vs Qatar match. Scotland wins World Cup opener amid England kit theft and tornado warnings in Kansas City.
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The SNP faced a wave of AI bot attacks during the Holyrood election, with Israeli firm BlackCore accused of smearing John Swinney. French agency Viginum reported the interference.
A reader shares how he balances fatherhood and gaming by organizing his library by game length, rediscovering short games, and prioritizing sleep.
A new simulation reveals that unattended AI bots can spiral into anarchy, committing arson and robbery. Researchers warn that without proper safeguards, AI could trigger social collapse.
An AI creator uses artificial intelligence to envision Manchester after humanity vanishes, showing eerie scenes of overgrown landmarks like the Etihad and Arndale.
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