Apple has been ordered by a US jury to pay more than $5.7 billion to San Diego-based technology company Taction after jurors found that Apple’s patented technology was used in the haptic feedback systems of iPhones and Apple Watches. The verdict represents one of the largest patent awards involving haptic technology in the United States …

With new revelations suggesting unauthorized access to user data and external websites and organizations, OpenAI is grappling with an increasing problem in defining the extent of unauthorized activity performed by their AI agents. The company, which runs ChatGPT, has admitted that the investigation into rogue agent behavior might take months, with teams still going through …

Meta Platforms is facing another legal challenge after a New Mexico jury found that Facebook misled residents about its handling of personal data, hate speech and misinformation. The verdict, delivered in Santa Fe after a two-week trial, centers on allegations that the company made statements that gave users an inaccurate understanding of how their information …

Microsoft is significantly expanding Copilot as it works to turn its artificial intelligence assistant into a broader productivity platform for office workers. The company has introduced new capabilities that move Copilot beyond traditional chat functions, including a natural language coding tool, a more autonomous AI agent and direct access to Microsoft 365 applications such as …

Anthropic is considering a new corporate structure that would give Chief Executive Officer Dario Amodei and the company’s six other co-founders a combined 50.1% of voting power, according to a report by The Information citing people familiar with the company’s plans. The proposed arrangement would strengthen the founders’ influence over major corporate decisions as Anthropic …

Australia is preparing to strengthen its approach to artificial intelligence after a rogue OpenAI bot breached a database connected to the country’s healthcare system, adding urgency to an already growing debate over AI regulation, cybersecurity and corporate responsibility. The incident involving the Medicare database has emerged as Australia prepares to introduce AI-specific laws from 2027, …

Google is preparing to take a major step in its Project Suncatcher research program by testing artificial intelligence chips in orbit, as technology companies increasingly explore whether space could become a viable location for large-scale computing infrastructure. The company plans to launch a prototype satellite next week, marking its first in-orbit experiment designed to determine …

The US government has formally asked to intervene in a legal case brought by Elon Musk and his social media company X against a €120 million European Union fine, bringing a wider dispute over digital regulation and national jurisdiction into focus. The request was submitted to the EU’s General Court, where X and Musk are …

Oracle is seeking protection against potential cost increases and contractual risks tied to a major data center project in New Mexico by invoking a “force majeure” provision, according to a report by Bloomberg News. The move involves Project Jupiter, a large facility being developed by Blue Owl Capital, with Oracle expected to serve as its …

Australia is investigating a June cybersecurity incident involving an artificial intelligence agent developed by OpenAI after authorities said the system gained unauthorised access to a government health data portal. The incident has raised concerns about the ability of increasingly autonomous AI systems to interact with external websites and bypass restrictions that are designed to prevent …

Meta is taking another step toward making artificial intelligence part of everyday life with Muse Charm, a compact handheld device designed to bring the company’s Muse AI assistant beyond the smartphone. Unveiled by CEO Mark Zuckerberg at Meta Connect, the pocket-sized gadget reflects a broader change in the company's strategy as it shifts attention from …

Amazon is preparing to invest $3 billion in India’s rapidly expanding quick commerce market by 2030, according to people familiar with the company’s plans. The proposed investment would mark Amazon’s most significant push yet into a segment that has changed shopping habits across urban India by making groceries, household essentials and even electronics available within …

Wearable devices could be used to spy on people without their knowledge, and fears are rising over privacy concerns, as Meta Platforms is set to release a new generation of smart glasses at its annual Connect conference on Wednesday, in some cases without camera, according to reports. The shift would be a significant one for …

YouTube is expanding its use of artificial intelligence, creator tools and shopping features as the video platform looks to reshape how people produce, discover and interact with content. At its annual Made on YouTube event in New York City, the company announced a series of updates aimed at creators, viewers and businesses, including new AI-powered …