Altman speaking beneath an OpenAI logo

‘This will be a stressful job’: Sam Altman offers $555k salary to fill most daunting role in AI

Source: The Guardian | Date: 29 Dec 2025

OpenAI is searching for a new head of preparedness, a role described as highly stressful, as concerns grow among experts about the potential risks of advanced AI systems.

An illustration of a computer popup box screen warning that a system has been hacked

‘Why should we pay these criminals?’: the hidden world of ransomware negotiations

Source: The Guardian | Date: 29 Dec 2025

A look inside the secretive negotiations between victims and cybercriminals during ransomware attacks, and the ethical dilemmas faced by organizations under threat.

Almost 4,000 would-be accountants sit their ACCA exams at London's Excel centre

UK accounting body to halt remote exams amid AI cheating

Source: The Guardian | Date: 29 Dec 2025

The UK’s ACCA will suspend remote exams after a surge in AI-assisted cheating, affecting thousands of aspiring accountants and raising questions about online assessment security.

Masayoshi Son, the Softbank CEO at a press conference in Tokyo, Japan, in 2017.

SoftBank to acquire DigitalBridge for $4bn in move to deepen ties to AI

Source: The Guardian | Date: 29 Dec 2025

SoftBank is set to acquire DigitalBridge in a $4 billion deal, aiming to strengthen its position in the rapidly growing AI infrastructure sector.

Louis Gerstner

Louis Gerstner, man credited with turning around IBM, dies aged 83

Source: The Guardian | Date: 28 Dec 2025

Louis Gerstner, the executive who led IBM’s dramatic turnaround in the 1990s, has died at the age of 83, leaving a legacy of corporate transformation.

man in suit speaks

Bernie Sanders criticizes AI as ‘the most consequential technology in humanity’

Source: The Guardian | Date: 28 Dec 2025

US Senator Bernie Sanders voices concerns over the rapid development of AI, calling it the most consequential technology in human history and urging for greater oversight.

Composite of Shrimp Jesus, Nayib Bukele, Justin Bieber and Super Cat League

From shrimp Jesus to erotic tractors: how viral AI slop took over the internet

Source: The Guardian | Date: 27 Dec 2025

A deep dive into the bizarre and viral world of AI-generated internet content, from surreal images to unexpected memes, and its impact on online culture.

Two photos of Bemi Orojuogun standing on a street with red London buses behind her

From that bird guy to ‘bus aunty’: the real social media personalities rising above AI slop

Source: The Guardian | Date: 28 Dec 2025

Profiles of genuine social media personalities who are gaining popularity for authentic content, standing out amid a flood of AI-generated material.

Jensen Huang signing autographs as he enters a US Congress building.

Nvidia insists it isn’t Enron, but its AI deals are testing investor faith

Source: The Guardian | Date: 28 Dec 2025

Nvidia faces scrutiny over its AI business practices, with some investors drawing comparisons to Enron, despite the company’s reassurances about its financial health.

illustration of man using a phone to find meaning in conversation

Could AI relationships actually be good for us?

Source: The Guardian | Date: 28 Dec 2025

An exploration of the potential benefits and drawbacks of forming relationships with AI, and what it could mean for human connection in the digital age.

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The best UK running watches to hit your fitness goals in 2026, tested by our expert

Source: The Guardian | Date: 28 Dec 2025

A comprehensive review of the top running watches available in the UK for 2026, with expert testing and recommendations for fitness enthusiasts.

Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold stood up while partially closed on a wooden table.

Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold review: Dust-resistant and more durable foldable phone

Source: The Guardian | Date: 30 Oct 2025

A review of Google’s latest foldable phone, highlighting its improved dust resistance and durability, and its integration of AI-powered features.

An Apple iPhone 17 pictured on a wooden table showing its lockscreen.

iPhone 17 review: The Apple smartphone to get this year

Source: The Guardian | Date: 22 Oct 2025

Apple’s iPhone 17 is reviewed as the must-have smartphone of the year, with a focus on its new features, performance, and design.

Apple iPhone Air review showing the lockscreen held in a hand.

iPhone Air review: Apple’s pursuit of absolute thinness

Source: The Guardian | Date: 15 Oct 2025

A look at Apple’s thinnest iPhone yet, the iPhone Air, and how the company continues to push the boundaries of smartphone design.

Apple iPhone 17 Pro review showing the aluminium and glass back back stood up on a table.

Apple iPhone 17 Pro review: Different looks but still all about the zoom

Source: The Guardian | Date: 8 Oct 2025

The iPhone 17 Pro is reviewed with a focus on its new design and enhanced zoom capabilities, maintaining Apple’s reputation for camera innovation.

A 40mm Apple Watch SE 3 showing the flux watch face on a male wrist.

Apple Watch SE 3 review: The bargain smartwatch for iPhone

Source: The Guardian | Date: 4 Nov 2025

Apple’s Watch SE 3 is positioned as the best value smartwatch for iPhone users, offering essential features at an affordable price.

The Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses pictured from the 3/4 profile on top of their charging case.

Oakley Meta Vanguard review: Fantastic AI running glasses linked to Garmin

Source: The Guardian | Date: 3 Nov 2025

A review of Oakley’s Meta Vanguard smart glasses, which integrate AI features and connect with Garmin devices for enhanced running performance.

Apple Watch Ultra 3 showing the new Waypoint watch face.

Apple Watch Ultra 3 review: The biggest and best smartwatch for an iPhone

Source: The Guardian | Date: 27 Oct 2025

The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is reviewed as the top-tier smartwatch for iPhone users, featuring advanced health and fitness tracking.

The best AI-powered dictation apps of 2025

Ivan Mehta |
7 hours ago
AI agent concept with robot inside a laptop with a voice bubble on red background.
A roundup of the top dictation apps powered by AI in 2025, highlighting their features, accuracy, and usability for professionals and everyday users.

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VCs predict enterprises will spend more on AI in 2026 — through fewer vendors

Rebecca Szkutak |
8 hours ago
Enterprise, AI budgets, winner takes all, market share, startups
Venture capitalists expect enterprise AI spending to increase in 2026, but anticipate consolidation as companies choose fewer vendors for their AI needs.

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Meta just bought Manus, an AI startup everyone has been talking about

Connie Loizos |
18 hours ago
Mark Zuckerberg, chief executive officer of Meta Platforms Inc., during the Meta Connect event
Meta has acquired Manus, a highly discussed AI startup, as part of its ongoing push to expand its artificial intelligence capabilities and product offerings.

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2025 was the year AI got a vibe check

Rebecca Bellan |
1 day ago
A look back at 2025, a year marked by increased scrutiny and reflection on the societal and ethical impacts of artificial intelligence.

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Plaud Note Pro is an excellent AI-powered recorder that I carry everywhere

Ivan Mehta |
1 day ago
Review of the Plaud Note Pro, a portable AI-powered recorder praised for its convenience and advanced transcription features.

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How to use the new ChatGPT app integrations, including DoorDash, Spotify, Uber, and others

Lauren Forristal |
1 day ago
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A guide to the latest ChatGPT app integrations, showing users how to connect and use services like DoorDash, Spotify, and Uber within the AI chatbot.

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VCs predict strong enterprise AI adoption next year — again

Rebecca Szkutak |
1 day ago
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Investors remain optimistic about enterprise AI adoption in the coming year, expecting continued growth and innovation in the sector.

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OpenAI is looking for a new Head of Preparedness

Anthony Ha |
2 days ago
OpenAI ChatGPT website displayed on a laptop screen
OpenAI is searching for a new executive to lead its preparedness efforts, focusing on safety and risk management in AI development.

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India startup funding hits $11B in 2025 as investors grow more selective

Jagmeet Singh |
3 days ago
sunset over Indian street scene
Indian startups raised $11 billion in 2025, with investors becoming more selective and focusing on sustainable growth and innovation.

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Equity’s 2026 Predictions: AI Agents, Blockbuster IPOs, and the Future of VC

Theresa Loconsolo, Kirsten Korosec, Rebecca Bellan, Anthony Ha, Isabelle Johannessen |
4 days ago
A podcast episode discussing predictions for 2026, including the rise of AI agents, major IPOs, and the evolving landscape of venture capital.

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Nvidia to license AI chip challenger Groq’s tech and hire its CEO

Amanda Silberling |
Dec 24, 2025
A close-up look at Groq's LPU chip
Nvidia is set to license technology from Groq, a competitor in the AI chip space, and bring on its CEO, signaling a major move in the hardware market.

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The year data centers went from backend to center stage

Lucas Ropek |
Dec 24, 2025
Gas turbines are visible at an xAI data center on Riverport Rd in Memphis, TN on April 25, 2025.
Data centers took on a new level of importance in 2025, becoming central to discussions about AI, energy, and infrastructure.

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The European startup market’s data doesn’t match its energy — yet

Rebecca Szkutak |
Dec 24, 2025
European market, startups, venture capital
Despite high enthusiasm, the data on European startup investments in 2025 shows a gap between market energy and actual funding numbers.

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Why the operating room is ripe for AI, according to Akara

Russell Brandom, Theresa Loconsolo |
Dec 24, 2025
Akara AI sensor
Akara discusses how AI can transform operating rooms, improving efficiency and patient outcomes through advanced sensor and automation technologies.

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Waymo is testing Gemini as an in-car AI assistant in its robotaxis

Rebecca Bellan |
Dec 24, 2025
top of Waymo car, showing equipment on roof
Waymo is piloting Gemini, an AI assistant, in its autonomous vehicles to enhance passenger experience and operational efficiency.

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Italy tells Meta to suspend its policy that bans rival AI chatbots from WhatsApp

Ram Iyer |
Dec 24, 2025
People hold mobile phones in front of the logo of WhatsApp application.
Italian regulators have ordered Meta to halt its policy that restricts rival AI chatbots from operating on WhatsApp, citing competition concerns.

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Can AI fix the operating room? This startup thinks so

Theresa Loconsolo |
Dec 23,