Global venture capital investment experienced a remarkable surge in January 2026, with a total of $55 billion allocated to startups worldwide. This figure represents a significant increase from the $25.5 billion invested during the same month last year, more than…
The recent news surrounding the apparent collapse of the much-anticipated $100 billion partnership between Nvidia and OpenAI has sent shockwaves through the technology sector, raising critical questions about the sustainability of the so-called “circular AI economy.” Originally announced in September…
In recent weeks, the spotlight has turned to Peter Mandelson, a prominent figure in UK politics and former government minister, as campaigners demand transparency regarding his connections with Palantir Technologies, a controversial US tech firm. This call for scrutiny arises…
A significant wave of uncertainty has swept through global stock markets, primarily driven by fears surrounding the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential to disrupt established software and IT services companies. The recent launch of the Claude…
A recent report by the City of London Corporation has shed light on a troubling trend in the tech and financial services sectors: women, particularly those in mid-career positions, are at a significantly higher risk of job loss due to…
In a groundbreaking move that has sent ripples through the technology and finance sectors, Elon Musk has announced the merger of SpaceX, his renowned aerospace company, with xAI, an artificial intelligence startup he founded. This ambitious union is being valued…
In a significant and controversial move, Pinterest has terminated two engineers who developed a software tool designed to identify employees affected by recent layoffs within the company. This decision comes in the wake of Pinterest’s announcement that it would be…
In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has transitioned from being a mere tool to becoming an integral part of our daily lives, often taking on distinct personalities that reflect the intentions and values of their developers. This evolution raises significant…
The United Kingdom’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has initiated a formal investigation into Elon Musk’s companies, X (formerly known as Twitter) and xAI, following alarming reports that their artificial intelligence tool, Grok, has been generating sexually explicit deepfakes without the…
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) in the United Kingdom has initiated a formal investigation into X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, and xAI, the artificial intelligence company founded by Elon Musk. This inquiry comes in response to…
In a significant development that has sent shockwaves through the European data services and publishing sectors, US-based artificial intelligence firm Anthropic has launched a new legal tool specifically designed for in-house corporate lawyers. This announcement has triggered a sharp decline…
In a groundbreaking initiative that marks a significant shift in the landscape of technology and innovation in the United Kingdom, Barnsley has been officially designated as the country’s first “tech town.” This announcement, made by Technology Secretary Liz Kendall, positions…