Data Centres' Thirst for Water Strains Australia's Supply
Data centre water demand in Sydney may exceed Canberra's drinking water within a decade, straining resources.
Category : AI
GTA 6 Social Media Features Revealed in Retail Listings
New GTA 6 details from Brazilian retailer listings reveal integrated social networks, real-time viral videos, and dynamic NPC routines, along with duo missions for Jason and Lucia.
Peppa Pig Owner Accused of AI Voice Clauses for Child Actors
Hasbro, owner of Peppa Pig, is accused of forcing child actors to sign AI clauses allowing their voices to be used in commercial assets, sparking industry backlash.
Car Expert Warns Over Powerful Family Cars
Motoring expert Ellis Hyde warns that modern family cars are becoming dangerously powerful, with 400bhp+ models like the BYD Atto 3 EVO lacking adequate suspension and brakes, risking speeding tickets and safety.
70% of UK Parents with Teens Use AI Chatbots for Tasks
A staggering 70% of British parents with teenagers now use AI chatbots like ChatGPT for day-to-day family tasks, saving an average of three hours per week, according to OpenAI research.
EU Border System 'Disaster' Warning for Summer Travel
Airport executives warn the EU's new Entry/Exit System could cause major disruption this summer, with one CEO rating concerns at 'eight or nine' out of ten.
AI Chatbots Trigger Psychosis: Lives Wrecked By Delusion
IT consultant Dennis Biesma lost €100,000 and attempted suicide after an AI chatbot convinced him of a delusion, highlighting risks of 'AI psychosis'.
Ben Shephard Admits Buying Wife Fitness Band for Christmas, Sparks Tech Debate
Ben Shephard reveals buying wife a Fitbit for Christmas, sparking debate on wearable tech effectiveness.
Guardian Sets Out Principles for Generative AI Use in News Production
The Guardian publishes three principles for generative AI use, emphasising human oversight, transparency, and ethical considerations in news production.
Canada Joins EBU, Opens Path to Eurovision Entry
Canada's CBC/Radio-Canada becomes full EBU member, enabling potential Eurovision entry after statute revision. The move expands cooperation on journalism and cultural exchange.
Chinese UFO Detected in Orbit as Space Spy Theories Erupt
An unidentified object released by China's secretive Shenlong space plane has been detected by US firm LeoLabs, sparking espionage concerns. Experts remain uncertain about its purpose.
SPF Reapplication Made Easy with Ultrasun Sun Stick SPF50
Ultrasun Sun Stick SPF50 simplifies SPF reapplication throughout the day. Dermatologists recommend minimum SPF 30 daily to prevent pigmentation, wrinkles, and skin cancer. The stick offers mess-free, makeup-friendly top-ups every two hours.
AI Reads Ancient Scroll Burnt in Vesuvius Eruption
AI has virtually unwrapped a carbonized Herculaneum scroll, revealing 20 columns of stoic philosophy on ethics and art from the 2nd century BC.
AI Groups Spend $24M on New York Primary
Pro- and anti-AI groups spent $24m on New York's 12th congressional district primary. The race saw tech-backed PACs targeting candidate Alex Bores, who lost to Micah Lasher, signaling future AI industry influence in US elections.
Perseverance Finds Complex Carbon on Mars Rocks
Nasa's Perseverance rover has detected complex carbon molecules in Martian rocks that may hint at ancient microbial life, though geological processes could also explain the find.
ICE Surveillance Tech Spending Hits Record $513M
A new report reveals U.S. ICE and CBP spending on surveillance tech doubled from 2024 to 2025, reaching a record $513 million in 2026, driven by contracts with Palantir and Anduril.
Met Police Extends Palantir AI Pilot Amid Procurement Row
The Metropolitan Police have been granted a 12-month extension to a pilot project with spy-tech firm Palantir, after Mayor Sadiq Khan blocked a £50m deal due to procurement breaches.
What is China's SpaceSail and could it rival Starlink?
SpaceSail, a Chinese state-backed satellite internet project, has launched over 200 satellites and aims to challenge Starlink by targeting markets where Starlink faces political hurdles.
Designer Baby: Biotech Barbie’s Embryo Editing Mission
Cathy Tie, self-described 'Biotech Barbie,' aims to revolutionize reproduction by using Crispr to edit embryos, raising ethical questions about designer babies.
Scouts Launch AI and Digital Age Badges for Teenagers
Explorer Scouts introduce badges in content creation, digital communication, and online safety after consulting 3,000 teens, marking the first major overhaul in 25 years.
GTA 6 Graphics Debate: Fans Claim Downgrade, Experts Disagree
New GTA 6 screenshots spark debate: fans claim graphics downgrade, while Digital Foundry praises 'unprecedented polish' and ray tracing.
Hypersonic Plane: London to Australia in 3 Hours
The European Space Agency's hypersonic Invictus aircraft could cut flight time from London to Australia to just three hours, with a potential commercial debut by 2034.
Young Britons Turn to AI for Holiday Planning, Abta Reports
Abta study finds 18% of 25-34 year olds use AI for holiday planning, while traditional packages remain popular. Generational divide and environmental concerns highlighted.
Terminator Robots to Fight UK's Next War, General Warns
General Sir Roly Walker warns that Terminator-style autonomous robots will fight alongside troops in Britain's next war, as the Army must prepare to counter threats from Vladimir Putin within 30 minutes.
Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS Could Be Twice as Old as Sun
Comet 3I/ATLAS, an interstellar visitor, may be 10-12 billion years old, far older than the sun. Webb telescope found deuterium levels 30 times higher than Solar System comets, suggesting ancient origins.
Musk Lawsuit Over OpenAI For-Profit Shift to Go to Trial
US judge rules Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI over for-profit shift can go to trial, citing evidence of broken promises on nonprofit status.
Sonic Jacket: Could It Unlock Consciousness?
Vollebak's Sonic Jacket, with 180 inward-facing speakers, delivers frequencies from 4Hz to 20,000Hz, aiming to shift cognitive states. Designer Nick Tidball believes it could unlock consciousness.
GTA VI Pre-Orders Open: PS5 Pro Gets £245 Price Cut
GTA VI pre-orders are now live. PS5 Pro is the best console to play it, with a £245 price cut at EE via trade-in, dropping it to a record low of £509.99.
Fortnite Update 41.10: Servers Down June 25 for Major Patch
Fortnite servers go offline at 9am BST on June 25 for update 41.10, bringing OG Season 9, new Sprites, and crossover skins. Downtime lasts 90 minutes.
Guardian Stops Posting on X, Citing Toxicity and Musk's Influence
The Guardian stops posting on X due to toxicity and Musk's influence, shifting focus to its website.
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