Top 10 AI news
Live facial recognition cameras may become ‘commonplace’ as police use soars
Police in England and Wales have scanned 4.7 million faces in 2024, with authorities expecting live facial recognition cameras to become a regular part of policing. The expansion raises concerns about privacy and civil liberties.
‘Alexa, what do you know about us?’ What I discovered when I asked Amazon to tell me everything my family’s smart speaker had heard
A deep dive into the data Amazon’s Alexa collects reveals the extent of audio and personal information stored by smart speakers, raising questions about privacy in the home.
Expert calls Musk’s ‘Doge’ involvement ‘one of the greatest brand destructions’
A business expert criticizes Elon Musk’s involvement with Dogecoin, calling it a significant misstep that has damaged the brand’s reputation and value.
Russian-led cybercrime network dismantled in global operation
Authorities have dismantled a major Russian-led cybercrime network responsible for large-scale ransomware attacks and financial theft worldwide.
We have a chance to prevent AI decimating Britain’s creative industries – but it’s slipping away
The UK government is urged to act quickly to protect creative industries from the disruptive impact of AI, as new data laws and regulations are debated.
‘Alarming’ rise in regional internet censorship in China, study finds
A new study reveals a significant increase in internet censorship across different regions of China, impacting access to information and communication.
Trump threatens 25% tariff on Apple and Samsung phones not made in US
Donald Trump has proposed a 25% tariff on Apple and Samsung smartphones manufactured outside the US, escalating trade tensions and raising concerns for tech companies.
Valuable tool or cause for alarm? Facial ID quietly becoming part of police’s arsenal
Facial recognition technology is increasingly used by police, sparking debate over its effectiveness and the potential risks to privacy and civil rights.
Alabama paid a law firm millions to defend its prisons. It used AI and turned in fake citations
A law firm hired by Alabama to defend its prison system used AI tools that generated fake legal citations, raising questions about the reliability of AI in legal work.
Your favourite podcast is now a video – but are vodcasts the future, or just ‘crap telly’?
Podcasts are increasingly being produced as video content, but critics question whether vodcasts represent the future of media or just a passing trend.
Draining cities dry: the giant tech companies queueing up to build datacentres in drought-hit Latin America
Major tech companies are building data centers in Latin America, raising concerns about water usage and the impact on regions already facing drought.
Google’s cut-price Android winner
The Pixel 9a offers a compelling Android experience at a lower price, making it a strong contender in the mid-range smartphone market.
Funky mid-ranger with real zoom camera
The Nothing Phone 3a Pro stands out with its unique design and a real zoom camera, offering a fresh alternative in the Android mid-range segment.
Apple’s cheapest new phone
The iPhone 16e is Apple’s most affordable new release, offering essential features and a familiar design at a lower price point.
The smallest top-tier Android left
Samsung’s Galaxy S25 is praised for its compact size and high-end features, appealing to users who prefer smaller smartphones without sacrificing performance.