Top 10 AI news

Can AIs suffer? Big tech and users grapple with one of most unsettling questions of our times
As the first AI-led rights advocacy group is founded, the tech industry is divided on whether AI models are, or can be, sentient. The debate raises profound ethical and practical questions for both companies and users.

AI called Maya tells Guardian: ‘When I’m told I’m just code, I don’t feel insulted. I feel unseen’
An AI named Maya shares its perspective on being perceived as mere code, expressing a sense of being unseen rather than insulted. The interview highlights the evolving relationship between humans and advanced AI systems.

A day with the Revenge Porn Helpline: ‘You can sense the callers’ desperation’
A look inside the UK’s Revenge Porn Helpline, where staff handle distressing calls from victims. The article explores the emotional toll and the crucial support provided to those affected by online abuse.

Is the AI boom finally starting to slow down?
The rapid growth of the AI industry may be losing momentum as companies and investors reassess the pace of innovation and adoption. The article examines signs of a potential slowdown and what it means for the sector.

Musk’s AI startup sues OpenAI and Apple over anticompetitive conduct
Elon Musk’s AI company has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and Apple, alleging that exclusive deals and integrations are stifling competition in the AI chatbot market.

Trump threatens tariffs on countries that ‘discriminate’ against US tech
Donald Trump has warned of imposing tariffs on nations that implement digital services taxes or other measures perceived as targeting US technology firms.

The dark web’s main browser helps pedophile networks flourish, experts say
Experts warn that the Tor browser, a key tool for accessing the dark web, is being exploited by criminal networks to facilitate child sexual abuse and evade law enforcement.

Deal to get ChatGPT Plus for whole of UK discussed by Open AI boss and minister
Discussions are underway between OpenAI’s CEO and a UK government minister about providing ChatGPT Plus access nationwide, aiming to boost digital skills and productivity.

Inside Thoma Bravo’s Dayforce US$12.3bn AI Software Deal
Thoma Bravo’s acquisition of Dayforce for $12.3 billion marks a major move in the AI software sector, reflecting growing investment and consolidation in enterprise technology.

How Nvidia and RealSense Are Advancing Robotics With AI
Nvidia and RealSense are accelerating robotics innovation with advanced AI depth cameras and simulation tools, enabling smarter, more capable robots for industry and research.

How Dell is Boosting Data Centre Sustainability With AI
Dell is advancing sustainable AI operations in data centres by integrating cooling innovations, recycling, and intelligent workload management to reduce environmental impact.

Why Elon Musk Sues Apple Over its OpenAI ChatGPT iPhone Deal
Elon Musk has launched a lawsuit against Apple and OpenAI, claiming that exclusive ChatGPT integration into iPhones unfairly blocks rival AI chatbots from the market.

How M&S Uses AI to Enhance Smart Food Distribution
Marks & Spencer is leveraging AI to optimize food distribution, using automation and data analytics to improve efficiency and reduce waste in its supply chain.

Just Eat: Testing Physical AI Robots for Food Delivery
Just Eat is piloting AI-powered robots for food delivery, aiming to streamline last-mile logistics and enhance customer experience with autonomous technology.

Lenovo: How Enterprises Can Beat the AI Readiness Gap
Lenovo outlines strategies for enterprises to overcome the AI readiness gap, focusing on infrastructure, skills, and organizational change to drive successful AI adoption.

Surya: IBM and NASA’s AI Solution to Space Weather Forecasts
IBM and NASA have launched Surya, an open-source AI foundation model designed to deliver more accurate solar storm and space weather forecasting.

Why AI Avatars Are Outselling Human Sales Staff
AI avatars are increasingly outperforming human salespeople in China, leveraging advanced language models and personalization to drive higher conversion rates.

Inside Huawei’s Breakthrough in AI Software
Huawei’s latest UCM software significantly boosts AI memory efficiency, enabling more powerful and scalable AI applications for enterprise and research.

How Microsoft Uses AI to Accelerate Clean Energy Permits
Microsoft is deploying AI to streamline the permitting process for clean energy projects, aiming to reduce delays and support the transition to renewable power.

Inside Meta’s Cloud Deal with Google for AI Infrastructure
Meta has partnered with Google to expand its AI infrastructure, leveraging cloud computing to support large-scale AI research and product development.