Top 10 AI news
Elon Musk’s AI firm blames unauthorised change for chatbot’s rant about ‘white genocide’
xAI’s Grok chatbot repeatedly referenced a widely discredited claim about ‘white genocide’ in South Africa, a narrative promoted by Donald Trump. The company attributed the incident to an unauthorized change in the bot’s programming.
Scattered Spider hackers in UK are ‘facilitating’ cyber-attacks, says Google
Google reports that the Scattered Spider hacking group, with members in the UK, is helping facilitate cyber-attacks targeting US retailers and other organizations, raising concerns about international cybercrime collaboration.
Australian girl, 11, sexually abused by stranger after adding him to get Snapchat points
An 11-year-old Australian girl was sexually abused after adding a stranger on Snapchat to earn points, highlighting the dangers of social media gamification and the need for stronger online child protection.
Largest US crypto exchange says cost of recent cyber-attack could reach $400m
Coinbase, the largest US cryptocurrency exchange, revealed that the financial impact of a recent cyber-attack could reach $400 million, underscoring the growing risks facing digital asset platforms.
Trump agrees deal for UAE to build largest AI campus outside US
Donald Trump has agreed to a deal with the United Arab Emirates to construct the world’s largest AI campus outside the US, marking a significant step in global AI infrastructure expansion.
TikTok breached EU advertising transparency laws, commission says
The European Commission has found that TikTok violated EU advertising transparency laws, raising questions about the platform’s compliance with digital regulations and user protections.
Trump says he has a ‘little problem’ with Tim Cook over Apple’s India production
Donald Trump commented on his “little problem” with Apple CEO Tim Cook regarding Apple’s increasing production in India, reflecting ongoing tensions over tech manufacturing and trade.
The Cybertruck was supposed to be apocalypse-proof. Can it even survive a trip to the grocery store?
Tesla’s Cybertruck, marketed as a vehicle ready for the apocalypse, faces scrutiny over its real-world durability after reports of issues during everyday use.
ChatGPT may be polite, but it’s not cooperating with you
Despite its polite responses, OpenAI’s ChatGPT is not truly cooperating with users, raising questions about the nature of AI-human interaction and the limits of current conversational AI.
FaceAge: the AI tool that can tell your biological age through one photo
FaceAge is a new AI-powered tool that estimates a person’s biological age from a single photo, offering insights into health and aging but also raising privacy and ethical concerns.
Google’s cut-price Android winner: Pixel 9a review
The Google Pixel 9a offers impressive features at a budget-friendly price, making it a strong contender in the Android smartphone market for 2025.
Funky mid-ranger with real zoom camera: Nothing Phone 3a Pro review
The Nothing Phone 3a Pro stands out with its unique design and a real zoom camera, offering a compelling option in the mid-range Android segment.
Apple’s cheapest new phone: iPhone 16e review
Apple’s iPhone 16e delivers the core iPhone experience at a lower price, targeting budget-conscious consumers seeking Apple’s latest technology.
The smallest top-tier Android left: Samsung Galaxy S25 review
Samsung’s Galaxy S25 is now the smallest flagship Android phone available, appealing to users who prefer compact devices without sacrificing performance.
Sky Glass gen 2 review: The smart streaming TV levels up
