In 2025, the landscape of U.S. venture funding underwent a significant transformation, characterized by a remarkable 46% surge in overall investment. This dramatic increase was largely driven by the burgeoning artificial intelligence (AI) sector, which has captured the attention and…
In a recent and highly controversial social media episode, former President Donald Trump shared a video that depicted Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, an act that has been widely condemned as one of the most overtly racist gestures by…
In recent years, the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and climate change has become a focal point of discussion among tech companies, environmentalists, and policymakers. As the urgency to address climate breakdown intensifies, many technology firms have begun touting AI…
In recent years, a growing chorus of voices across Europe has raised alarms about the continent’s deepening dependence on American technology. This reliance extends from everyday consumer services to critical military hardware, posing significant risks to Europe’s digital sovereignty and…
In a significant move aimed at enhancing the safety of children online, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced a series of measures designed to address the growing concerns surrounding social media and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. The announcement comes amid…
In a striking incident that underscores the ethical dilemmas surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) in professional settings, a partner at KPMG Australia has been fined A$10,000 (approximately £5,200) for using AI technology to cheat during an internal training course focused on…
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has taken a decisive step towards enhancing child safety in the digital realm by announcing a crackdown on artificial intelligence (AI) bots that pose risks to young users. This initiative comes in response to growing…
ByteDance, the Chinese technology giant and parent company of TikTok, has recently announced significant restrictions on its AI video generation tool, Seedance 2.0, following a wave of legal threats from Disney and growing concerns within the entertainment industry regarding intellectual…
In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly integrated into everyday life, the implications of its use in sensitive areas such as healthcare are profound and complex. A recent investigation has raised significant concerns regarding Google’s AI Overviews feature,…
In a world increasingly dominated by technology, the debate surrounding the use of smartphones among children has intensified. This conversation often transcends mere preference for sports teams, as illustrated in a recent dinner discussion between two football fans: Aaran, a…
This Valentine’s Day, the intersection of technology and human emotion took center stage, revealing both the whimsical and profound ways in which artificial intelligence (AI) and social norms influence our daily lives. Two letters published in a recent column captured…
In recent weeks, the tech industry has been rocked by the resignation of several prominent AI safety researchers from leading companies. This wave of departures has raised significant concerns about the prioritization of profit over public safety in the rapidly…