Tech giants are increasingly citing AI as the reason behind mass layoffs, but legal filings, stock surges and executive bonuses suggest the real motivation may be far more traditional.
Tinder has unveiled a wave of new features at its Sparks 2026 keynote, including AI-powered match curation, astrology and music modes, and real-world events, all designed to woo Gen Z users away from endless swiping.
Software engineer Alvi Choudhury was arrested at home in Southampton after AI facial recognition wrongly identified him as a burglar 100 miles away. He was held for 10 hours and is now suing the police.
Sky customers can now get Disney+ Standard with Ads at no extra cost as part of their subscription. Here is how to activate it, who qualifies, and what to do if you are already paying for Disney+ separately.
RAW Charging and Landsec are investing £24.5 million to install 1,000 new EV charging bays across 28 UK retail and leisure sites, with Bluewater set to become the country's largest destination charging hub.
A Samsung-commissioned survey finds one in five UK SMEs would close within three months of a data breach, while independent reports confirm cyberattacks on small businesses surged in 2025.
A humanoid robot at a Haidilao hot pot restaurant in Cupertino, California sent plates and chopsticks flying when its preprogrammed dance moves got too close to a dining table, requiring four staff members to intervene.
A landmark US jury verdict found Meta and YouTube deliberately built addictive platforms, awarding $6 million in damages. With Australia's ban already in force and UK parliamentary battles heating up, the pressure on Big Tech to protect young users has never been greater.
An AI-generated TikTok series featuring animated fruits in a Love Island-style dating show has exploded to 3.3 million followers and hundreds of millions of views, spawning spinoffs, celebrity engagement, and serious questions about the future of AI content.
Iran has turned cyberspace into a frontline, launching thousands of attacks on U.S. and Israeli targets including hospitals, government officials, and civilian phones, while flooding social media with AI-generated disinformation.
Amazon's Alexa+ has arrived in the UK with a memories feature, natural conversation, and restaurant booking. It costs £19.99 per month, but Prime members get it free.
TV presenter Collien Fernandes' deepfake porn allegations against her ex-husband have ignited a national debate in Germany, prompting new legislation and mass protests demanding stronger protections for women.