Top Trending Technology & AI News – October 29, 2025


Top Trending Technology & AI News
October 29, 2025

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Israel demanded Google and Amazon use secret ‘wink’ to sidestep legal orders
The tech giants agreed to extraordinary terms to clinch a lucrative contract with the Israeli government, documents show.

Nvidia chip

Nvidia becomes world’s first $5tn company amid stock market and AI boom
Nvidia has reached a $5 trillion market valuation, driven by surging demand for AI chips and a booming stock market.

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Character.AI bans users under 18 after being sued over child’s suicide
Character.AI has banned users under 18 following a lawsuit related to a child’s suicide, raising questions about AI safety for minors.

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AFP developing AI tool to decode gen Z slang amid warning about ‘crimefluencers’ hunting girls
The Australian Federal Police are creating an AI tool to interpret Gen Z and Alpha slang, aiming to protect young people from online predators.

Amazon package on conveyor belt

Amazon confirms plans to lay off 14,000 corporate workers as part of wave of cuts
Amazon will lay off 14,000 corporate employees in a major restructuring, reflecting ongoing cost-cutting measures in the tech sector.

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An ex-Intel CEO’s mission to build a Christian AI: ‘hasten the coming of Christ’s return’
Former Intel CEO Patrick Gelsinger is leading a project to develop a Christian AI, aiming to integrate faith-based values into artificial intelligence.

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‘DeepSeek is humane. Doctors are more like machines’: my mother’s worrying reliance on AI for health advice
A personal account of growing dependence on AI health tools, highlighting the trust and risks involved in using AI for medical advice.

Cordless vacuums

The best cordless vacuum cleaners in 2025 for a spotless home: 13 tried and tested favourites
A comprehensive review of the top cordless vacuum cleaners for 2025, based on hands-on testing and expert recommendations.

Dyson V16 Piston Animal

Why the new Dyson V16 Piston Animal isn’t the vacuum you should buy
A critical review of Dyson’s latest vacuum, explaining why it may not be the best choice for most consumers.

Hair dryers

The best hair dryers for smooth, speedy styling at home – whatever your hair type
A guide to the best hair dryers for all hair types, focusing on performance, speed, and styling results.

Firefox logo on screen

‘A good moment in time for us’: Firefox head on AI browsers and what’s next for the web
Firefox leadership discusses the future of AI-powered browsers and the evolving landscape of the internet.

iPhone 17 on table

iPhone 17 review: The Apple smartphone to get this year
A review of the iPhone 17, highlighting its features, performance, and why it stands out among Apple’s latest releases.

iPhone Air review

iPhone Air review: Apple’s pursuit of absolute thinness
Apple’s iPhone Air is reviewed for its ultra-thin design and the trade-offs involved in achieving such a slim profile.

iPhone 17 Pro review

Apple iPhone 17 Pro review: Different looks but still all about the zoom
The iPhone 17 Pro is examined for its new design and enhanced zoom capabilities, with a focus on camera performance.

Google Pixel 10 Pro XL