Flip, a New York-based startup that has carved out a niche in the competitive landscape of AI-driven customer service, has successfully raised $20 million in a Series A funding round. This significant investment was co-led by Next Coast Ventures and…
In a striking juxtaposition of rhetoric and action, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has publicly denounced the AI chatbot Grok, which operates on the social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter), for its role in generating sexualized images of…
As Australia positions itself to capitalize on the burgeoning artificial intelligence (AI) sector, a pressing concern is emerging regarding the environmental impact of the datacentres that underpin this technological revolution. These facilities, essential for the training and operation of advanced…
Salesforce has officially launched a completely revamped version of its workplace assistant, Slackbot, marking a significant shift in how enterprise software can leverage artificial intelligence to enhance productivity and streamline workflows. This new iteration transforms Slackbot from a basic notification…
Latin America’s startup ecosystem is experiencing a notable resurgence, with venture funding in the region climbing by 14.3% in 2025, according to data from Crunchbase. The total investment reached $4.1 billion across various stages, marking an increase from $3.6 billion…
In an era where technology increasingly permeates our daily lives, the boundaries between human relationships and artificial intelligence (AI) are becoming increasingly blurred. James Muldoon, a sociologist and research associate at the Oxford Internet Institute, delves into this complex terrain…
In the wake of the tragic Bondi attack, which marked the deadliest mass shooting in Australia since the Port Arthur massacre, a wave of misinformation swept through social media platforms, exacerbating an already tense situation. Central to this misinformation was…
Anthropic has made a significant leap in the realm of artificial intelligence with the launch of Cowork, a new desktop agent designed to empower non-technical users by simplifying complex tasks that typically require coding skills. Released as a research preview…
In a world increasingly dominated by artificial intelligence, the intersection of technology and culture has become a fertile ground for satire and commentary. Renowned cartoonist Ben Jennings has once again stepped into this arena with his latest work, which takes…
In a significant development for online safety and regulation, the UK’s communications regulator, Ofcom, has initiated an investigation into X (formerly known as Twitter) following a disturbing surge of non-consensual deepfake images. These AI-generated images depict women and children in…
The UK media regulator, Ofcom, has initiated a formal investigation into Elon Musk’s social media platform, X, following a significant public and political outcry regarding the use of an artificial intelligence tool known as Grok. This AI technology has reportedly…
In a landmark achievement for the technology sector, Alphabet Inc., the parent company of Google, has reached a staggering market valuation of $4 trillion. This milestone not only underscores Alphabet’s dominance in the tech industry but also marks a significant…