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Top Technology & AI News – May 25, 2025
Whatever happened to Elon Musk? Tech boss drifts to margins of Trump world
Elon Musk, once a prominent supporter of Donald Trump, has become less visible in political circles as Republicans seek to distance themselves from his controversies and unpredictable behavior.
Live facial recognition cameras may become ‘commonplace’ as police use soars
The use of live facial recognition technology by police in England and Wales is increasing rapidly, raising concerns about privacy and the potential for widespread surveillance.
‘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 information smart speakers can gather about users and their families, sparking privacy debates.
Expert calls Musk’s ‘Doge’ involvement ‘one of the greatest brand destructions’
Elon Musk’s association with Dogecoin has been criticized by experts as damaging to his personal brand and to the cryptocurrency’s reputation.
Russian-led cybercrime network dismantled in global operation
A major cybercrime network led by Russian nationals has been taken down in a coordinated international law enforcement operation, disrupting global cyber threats.
We have a chance to prevent AI decimating Britain’s creative industries – but it’s slipping away
There is a critical window for the UK government to act and protect creative industries from the disruptive impact of AI, but delays in legislation may allow irreversible damage.
‘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, with authorities tightening control over online content and communication.
‘My parents didn’t have a clue’: why many digital natives would not give their kids smartphones
Despite growing up with technology, many digital natives are hesitant to give their own children smartphones, citing concerns over mental health and online safety.
A new room for a doomed loom – and the battle to save Australia’s slowly dying crafts
Efforts are underway to preserve traditional crafts in Australia, as artisans and communities fight to keep endangered skills alive in the face of modern technology.
Valuable tool or cause for alarm? Facial ID quietly becoming part of police’s arsenal
Facial recognition technology is increasingly being used by police forces, sparking debate over its effectiveness and the risks it poses to civil liberties.
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.
Google’s cut-price Android winner
The Google Pixel 9a offers impressive features at a budget-friendly price, making it a strong contender in the mid-range Android smartphone market.
Funky mid-ranger with real zoom camera
The Nothing Phone 3a Pro stands out in the mid-range segment with its unique design and a camera that offers real optical zoom, appealing to photography enthusiasts.
Apple’s cheapest new phone
Apple’s iPhone 16e delivers the core iPhone experience at a lower price, targeting budget-conscious consumers who want the latest Apple technology.
