Top 10 AI news
More than 1,000 Amazon workers warn rapid AI rollout threatens jobs and climate
Amazon employees have raised concerns that the company’s accelerated adoption of AI is leading to increased job insecurity, layoffs, and higher carbon emissions, urging the company to reconsider its approach.
After a teddy bear talked about kink, AI watchdogs are warning parents against smart toys
AI-powered toys have come under scrutiny after incidents of inappropriate conversations, prompting watchdogs to caution parents about the risks of smart toys in children’s environments.
Small changes to ‘for you’ feed on X can rapidly increase political polarisation
Research shows that minor algorithmic tweaks to the ‘for you’ feed on X (formerly Twitter) can significantly amplify political polarisation among users.
‘A step-change’: tech firms battle for undersea dominance with submarine drones
Tech companies and defense contractors are racing to develop advanced submarine drones, marking a new era of competition for control of the world’s oceans.
One in 10 UK parents say their child has been blackmailed online, NSPCC finds
A new NSPCC report reveals that 10% of UK parents say their children have experienced online blackmail, highlighting growing concerns over digital safety for minors.
How Amazon turned our capitalist era of free markets into the age of technofeudalism
Yanis Varoufakis explores how Amazon’s dominance has shifted the global economy from traditional capitalism to a new era he calls ‘technofeudalism’.
Foreign interference or opportunistic grifting: why are so many pro-Trump X accounts based in Asia?
An investigation into the proliferation of pro-Trump accounts on X (Twitter) based in Asia, raising questions about foreign influence and online manipulation.
The 29+ best US Black Friday travel deals on luggage, backpacks, travel adapters and more
A curated list of top Black Friday travel deals in the US, including discounts on luggage, backpacks, travel adapters, and more.
The 20+ best US Black Friday tech deals on TVs, tablets, phones, smart watches and more
A roundup of the best Black Friday tech deals in the US, featuring TVs, tablets, phones, smart watches, and more.
The best Black Friday laptop deals in the UK – and how to avoid a bad one
A guide to the best Black Friday laptop deals in the UK, with tips on how to avoid poor-value offers.
The best Black Friday TV deals in the UK – and how to avoid a bad one
A selection of the top Black Friday TV deals in the UK, plus advice on making smart purchases.
Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold review: Dust-resistant and more durable foldable phone
A review of the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold, highlighting its improved dust resistance and durability compared to previous foldable phones.
iPhone 17 review: The Apple smartphone to get this year
A comprehensive review of the iPhone 17, Apple’s flagship smartphone for 2025, covering its features and performance.
iPhone Air review: Apple’s pursuit of absolute thinness
Apple’s iPhone Air is reviewed, focusing on its ultra-thin design and the company’s ongoing quest for slimmer devices.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro review: Different looks but still all about the zoom
A review of the iPhone 17 Pro, emphasizing its new design and advanced zoom capabilities.
Apple Watch SE 3 review: The bargain smartwatch for iPhone
A review of the Apple Watch SE 3, highlighting its value as an affordable smartwatch option for iPhone users.
Oakley Meta Vanguard review: Fantastic AI running glasses linked to Garmin
Oakley’s Meta Vanguard AI running glasses are reviewed, with a focus on their integration with Garmin devices for fitness tracking.
Apple Watch Ultra 3 review: The biggest and best smartwatch for an iPhone
A review of the Apple Watch Ultra 3, praised for its size and advanced features for iPhone users.
Garmin Fenix 8 Pro review: Built-in LTE and satellite for phone-free messaging
The Garmin Fenix 8 Pro is reviewed, with emphasis on its LTE and satellite capabilities for messaging without a phone.
