Top 10 AI news
Starmer to unveil digital ID cards in plan set to ignite civil liberties row
Labour leader Keir Starmer is expected to announce plans for digital ID cards, a move already facing opposition from privacy campaigners as the government seeks new ways to tackle illegal immigration.
Facebook and Instagram to charge UK users £3.99 a month for ad-free version
Meta will introduce a paid, ad-free version of Facebook and Instagram in the UK for £3.99 per month, giving users the option to avoid targeted advertising on the platforms.
Abu Dhabi royal family to take stake in TikTok US under Trump deal
The Abu Dhabi royal family is set to acquire a stake in TikTok’s US operations as part of a deal brokered under the Trump administration, amid ongoing scrutiny of the app’s ownership and data practices.
Man fined $340,000 for deepfake pornography of prominent Australian women in first-of-its-kind case
An Australian man has been fined $340,000 for creating and distributing deepfake pornography of prominent women, marking a landmark legal case in the fight against AI-generated abuse.
Hackers reportedly steal pictures of 8,000 children from Kido nursery chain
Cybercriminals have reportedly stolen photographs and personal details of 8,000 children from the Kido nursery chain, raising concerns about data security in childcare services.
Elon Musk’s xAI accuses OpenAI of stealing trade secrets in new lawsuit
Elon Musk’s AI company, xAI, has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging the theft of trade secrets and intensifying the rivalry between the two AI giants.
Amazon to pay $2.5bn to settle FTC lawsuit over Prime ‘subscription traps’
Amazon has agreed to pay $2.5 billion to settle a US Federal Trade Commission lawsuit accusing the company of using deceptive tactics to trap customers into Prime subscriptions.
Pixel 10 Pro XL review: Google’s superphone gets AI and magnetic upgrades
Google’s Pixel 10 Pro XL receives praise for its AI-powered features and new magnetic upgrades, positioning it as a leading contender in the smartphone market.
Google Pixel 10 Pro review: One of the very best smaller phones
The Google Pixel 10 Pro is lauded as one of the best smaller smartphones available, offering a compact design without compromising on performance or features.
Honor Magic V5 review: Fantastic foldable phone that needs better Android software
The Honor Magic V5 impresses with its foldable design and hardware, but reviewers note that it would benefit from improved Android software support.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 review: The thinner, lighter and better folding Android
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7 is praised for its thinner and lighter design, making it one of the most advanced folding Android phones to date.
Sky Glass Air review: A surprisingly good budget smart TV
Sky’s Glass Air TV offers impressive features and performance at a budget price, making it a strong contender in the affordable smart TV market.
Nothing Headphone 1 review: Attention-seeking design for your head
The Nothing Headphone 1 stands out with its unique design and solid noise-cancelling capabilities, appealing to those seeking both style and substance.
Garmin Forerunner 570 review: Running watch stumbles just short of greatness
Garmin’s Forerunner 570 offers a range of features for runners but falls just short of being the perfect running watch due to a few minor drawbacks.
Sony WH-1000XM6 review: Raising the bar for noise-cancelling headphones
Sony’s WH-1000XM6 headphones set a new standard for noise-cancelling performance, comfort, and sound quality in the premium headphone market.
