Top 10 AI news
AI tools used by English councils downplay women’s health issues, study finds
LSE research finds risk of gender bias in care decisions made based on AI summaries of case notes.
Wikipedia can challenge UK Online Safety Act if strictest rules apply to it, says judge
A UK judge has ruled that Wikipedia can challenge the Online Safety Act if the strictest rules are enforced on the platform.
End of an era: AOL to discontinue its dial-up internet service after 30 years
AOL will end its dial-up internet service, marking the close of a significant chapter in internet history after three decades.
Digital resurrection: fascination and fear over the rise of the deathbot
Ozzy Osbourne appeared as an AI-generated image at a recent Rod Stewart concert, prompting questions about how the ghoulish phenomenon will affect grieving.
Cat soap operas and babies trapped in space: the ‘AI slop’ taking over YouTube
AI-generated content is flooding YouTube, with bizarre trends like cat soap operas and babies in space captivating viewers.
Nvidia and AMD agree to pay 15% of China chip export revenues to US
Nvidia and AMD will pay 15% of their China chip export revenues to the US government under a new agreement.
Can an AI chatbot of Dr Karl change climate sceptics’ minds? He’s willing to give it a try
Dr Karl Kruszelnicki is experimenting with an AI chatbot version of himself to engage and possibly change the minds of climate sceptics.
I want my faulty earbud fixed. Should it cost less than replacing the pair?
A consumer questions whether repairing a faulty earbud should be less expensive than replacing the entire pair.
‘I became obsessed’: New Labour psychodrama grips TikTok teenagers
A new wave of TikTok teenagers are becoming fascinated with the political drama of New Labour, sparking online discussions and memes.
Tax relief and Carmen Sandiego: Australia’s once-dismissed video game industry is finally getting a leg-up
Australia’s video game industry is experiencing a revival, thanks to tax relief and renewed interest in classic titles like Carmen Sandiego.
OpenAI will not disclose GPT-5’s energy use. It could be higher than past models
OpenAI has declined to reveal the energy consumption of its new GPT-5 model, raising concerns it may exceed previous models’ usage.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 review: Great-looking and fun, but iterative Android
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 impresses with its design and fun features, though it remains an incremental update over previous models.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 review: The thinner, lighter and better folding Android
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7 is praised for its improved thinness, lighter build, and enhanced folding technology.
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
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is lauded for its ultra-thin design, setting a new standard for smartphone aesthetics.
Remote troubleshooting to AR walkthroughs: how tech is boosting companies hit by the skills gap
Companies are leveraging remote troubleshooting and augmented reality to address skills shortages and improve efficiency.
Stay cybersafe: how to remove the risk of ‘shadow IT’ and strengthen data security
Organizations are focusing on eliminating shadow IT and enhancing data security to protect sensitive information.
‘Employees feel capable and connected’: the vital role played by good technology in job satisfaction
Good technology is key to employee satisfaction, making staff feel more capable and connected in their roles.
