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18 months. 12,000 questions. A whole lot of anxiety. What I learned from reading students’ ChatGPT logs
Students increasingly use AI chatbots for anything from academic queries to emotional quandaries. But are they missing out on the chance to make their own mistakes? Three undergrads reveal all …

The real winners from Trump’s ‘AI action plan’? Tech companies
Analysis of Trump’s AI action plan suggests that the main beneficiaries are likely to be large technology companies, as regulations are cut and incentives are provided for AI development.

Competition shows humans are still better than AI at coding – just
A recent competition demonstrates that while AI is advancing rapidly, human programmers still have the edge in coding, though the gap is narrowing.

China calls for global AI cooperation days after Trump administration unveils low-regulation strategy
China has called for international cooperation on AI just days after the US announced a low-regulation approach, highlighting global divides in AI governance.

What are the new UK online safety rules and how will age checks on adult content be enforced?
The UK is introducing new online safety rules, including age checks for adult content, to better protect children and young people online.

AI summaries cause ‘devastating’ drop in audiences, online news media told
A study finds that AI-generated news summaries are causing a significant drop in audiences for online news media, raising concerns for publishers.

UK student jailed for selling phishing kits linked to £100m of fraud
A UK student has been jailed for selling phishing kits that enabled fraudsters to steal up to £100m, highlighting the growing threat of cybercrime.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 review: The thinner, lighter and better folding Android
Samsung’s latest foldable, the Galaxy Z Fold 7, is thinner, lighter, and offers improved folding technology, setting a new standard for Android foldables.

Nothing Phone 3 review: A quirky, slick Android alternative
The Nothing Phone 3 stands out with its unique design and slick performance, offering a fresh alternative in the Android market.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge review: Super thinness above all else
Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Edge impresses with its ultra-thin design, pushing the boundaries of smartphone engineering.

Pixel 9a review: Google’s cut-price Android winner
Google’s Pixel 9a offers strong performance and features at a budget-friendly price, making it a standout in the affordable Android segment.

Inside Trump’s Plans to Boost US AI and Ban ‘Woke’ Models
President Trump launches an “AI Action Plan” to cut regulations and safety standards, fast track data centre construction and promote global US AI exports.

How AI is Being Used to Combat Extreme Weather
Leading technology companies are using machine-learning weather prediction models to improve risk mitigation, supply chain resilience and decision-making.

Dell and Intel Look Into the Mass Shift to AI-Ready PCs
As Microsoft’s Windows 10 support ends, new research from Dell and Intel shows UK businesses are seizing the opportunity to adopt advanced AI PCs.

Alibaba’s Qwen3-Coder: The Rival Open-Source AI Coding Model
Alibaba is launching Qwen3-Coder, a 480-billion parameter, open-source AI coding assistant designed to automate software development workflows globally.

Adobe and The Premier League’s AI Partnership for Fans
Adobe and the Premier League have partnered to use AI to enhance fan experiences, leveraging data and analytics for deeper engagement.

This Week’s Top 5 Stories in AI
A roundup of the top five AI stories this week, including regulatory changes, new partnerships, and major product launches in the AI sector.

How Coupa is Empowering Businesses With Agentic AI Solutions
Coupa is helping businesses unlock the potential of agentic AI via solutions that enable increased operational efficiency and reduced costs.

How OutSystems’ AI Agent Workbench is Boosting Businesses
OutSystems’ AI Agent Workbench enables businesses to create custom AI agents, streamlining workflows and improving productivity.

Domino IQ: HCLSoftware’s AI for Data-Sensitive Sectors
HCLSoftware’s Domino IQ is designed to make AI accessible to governments and regulated firms, focusing on data-sensitive sectors.