Apple CEO Tim Cook has signaled possible changes to the firm's diversity policies following a shift in the legal environment within the United States. His statements followed a shareholder vote, when the majority of them rejected a proposal that would end Apple's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, such as considering race and gender when …
Bitcoin has dropped below $90,000, its lowest level since mid-November, as increased volatility rocks the cryptocurrency market. Bitcoin and Ether Experience Steep Falls The cryptocurrency market is experiencing a bumpy time, with Bitcoin falling around 8% over the last 24 hours to around $88,000. This represents a 6% fall since the start of 2025, after …
The world of cryptocurrency has been rocked by what is reportedly the biggest digital heist in history, with hackers stealing a record-breaking $1.5 billion from the Dubai-based exchange, Bybit. The firm is now calling on the best cybersecurity professionals to assist in tracing the stolen money. Bybit, a leading crypto trading platform, revealed that the …
Sir Elton John is calling on the UK government to think again about proposed copyright law changes, which he fears will leave artists open to exploitation by artificial intelligence. The music legend has signed up to a growing campaign of public figures who are voicing opposition to policies that would give technology companies free access …
OpenAI is gearing up to introduce an upgraded version of its AI model, GPT-4.5, potentially as early as next week. While this update is expected to bring notable improvements, the real buzz is around the highly anticipated GPT-5, which could be just a few months away. However, despite the hype, it’s crucial to set realistic …
Google has officially discontinued selling the Chromecast with Google TV, both the 4K and HD versions, on its US online store. As of Thursday afternoon, the product listing now shows a "No longer available" message, marking the end of availability through Google's direct sales channel. Earlier this week, some color variants of the Chromecast with …
Apple has made a significant and controversial move by removing one of its most robust security features for users in the UK. This decision follows pressure from the UK government, which has been pushing for the ability to access user data stored on iCloud. The feature in question, Advanced Data Protection (ADP), provides end-to-end encryption, …
Humane, the ambitious artificial intelligence startup behind the AI Pin, is closing down its hardware division and selling most of its assets to HP for $116 million. The firm announced today that it was ending its much-hyped but ultimately failed experiment in AI-enabled wearable technology. Existing customers who have already bought an AI Pin will …
Google has revealed a sophisticated AI-driven research aid that can serve as a "co-scientist" intended to accelerate findings and improve the scientific process. The groundbreaking gadget assists scientists in detecting knowledge gaps, developing hypotheses, and finding new areas of scientific inquiry. Alan Karthikesalingam, a Google senior clinician scientist, described the gadget as one that offers …
Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic fantasy confined to science fiction. It's rapidly transforming our world, permeating industries from healthcare and finance to transportation and entertainment. At the heart of this revolution are AI tools – powerful software applications designed to automate tasks, analyze data, and even generate creative content. As we stand …
Elon Musk's AI venture, xAI, has launched its newest AI model, Grok 3, claiming it outshines top models by competitors such as OpenAI and China's DeepSeek. Based on initial testing, which included math, science, and coding evaluations, Grok 3 showed better performance. "We're really looking forward to showing you Grok 3, which we think is …
Elon Musk’s ambitious $97.4 billion bid to acquire OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has been officially rejected by its board of directors. However, some experts argue that this move may not be a failure from Musk’s perspective. While the bid was unsolicited, it has sparked discussions that could potentially disrupt CEO Sam Altman’s vision for …
South Korea has pulled DeepSeek, a highly used AI chatbot created by China, from its app stores over privacy issues. The move, announced by the nation's data protection authority, will prevent users from downloading the app temporarily. Nevertheless, the app will be reinstated once it has been subjected to "improvements and remedies" to bring it …
Gmail account holders have been warned about a highly advanced scam that targets their Google accounts and puts them at high risk of their accounts being taken over by hackers. The threatening scheme, which surfaced in May 2024, uses artificial intelligence to deceive the victims and steal their personal information. It even leads to identity …
