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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 has warned that the Scattered Spider hacking group, with members in the UK, is helping facilitate cyber-attacks against US retailers and other organizations, raising concerns about international cybercrime networks.
Australian girl, 11, sexually abused by stranger after adding him to get Snapchat points
An 11-year-old Australian girl was sexually abused by a stranger she added on Snapchat to earn points, highlighting the dangers of social media platforms and the need for stronger online safety measures for children.
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 UAE to construct the largest artificial intelligence campus outside the United States, marking a significant step in global AI infrastructure development.
TikTok breached EU advertising transparency laws, commission says
The European Commission has found that TikTok violated EU advertising transparency laws, raising concerns about the platform’s compliance with digital regulations and user protection.
Trump says he has a ‘little problem’ with Tim Cook over Apple’s India production
Donald Trump commented on his relationship with Apple CEO Tim Cook, expressing concerns over Apple’s increasing production in India, which could impact US manufacturing jobs.
The Cybertruck was supposed to be apocalypse-proof. Can it even survive a trip to the grocery store?
Tesla’s Cybertruck, marketed as a rugged, apocalypse-ready vehicle, 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 designed to follow its own rules and limitations, sometimes refusing to cooperate with user requests that fall outside its guidelines.
FaceAge: the AI tool that can tell your biological age through one photo
FaceAge, a new AI-powered tool, claims to estimate a person’s biological age from a single photo, raising questions about privacy and the accuracy of such technology.
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 mid-range Android smartphone market.
Nothing Phone 3a Pro review: Funky mid-ranger with real zoom camera
The Nothing Phone 3a Pro stands out in the mid-range market with its unique design and a real zoom camera, offering solid performance and battery life.
Apple’s cheapest new phone: iPhone 16e review
Apple’s iPhone 16e is the company’s most affordable new model, offering essential features and a familiar design at a lower price point.
Samsung Galaxy S25 review: The smallest top-tier Android left
The Samsung Galaxy S25 is praised for its compact size and top-tier performance, making it a rare option for those seeking a small, powerful Android phone.
Sky Glass gen 2 review: The smart streaming TV levels up
Sky’s Glass Gen 2 TV brings improved picture and sound quality, along with enhanced streaming features, making it a strong choice for modern home entertainment.
Apple iPad Air M3 review: The premium tablet to beat
The new iPad Air M3 offers a larger screen, improved battery life, and enhanced camera features, positioning it as the leading premium tablet in Apple’s lineup.
Kindle Colorsoft review: Amazon’s new e-reader gets colour screen upgrade