Top 10 AI news
California police stumped after trying to ticket driverless car for illegal U-turn
San Bruno officers pulled over a Waymo driverless car for an illegal U-turn but did not issue a ticket, stating that citation books do not have a box for “robot”.
The divide: who really profits in today’s economy?
A look at the economic divide in the tech industry, exploring who benefits most from platforms like Meta, Facebook, and YouTube.
OnlyFans, AI girlfriends and ‘stepdads’: the porn industry in 2025
A podcast episode exploring the intersection of AI, OnlyFans, and the evolving adult industry in 2025.
Spotify founder Daniel Ek steps down from CEO role
Daniel Ek, the founder of Spotify, has announced his resignation as CEO, marking a significant leadership change at the music streaming giant.
Tilly Norwood: how scared should we be of the viral AI ‘actor’?
An exploration of the rise of AI-generated actors in Hollywood, focusing on the viral sensation Tilly Norwood and the implications for the film industry.
Labour plans to consult on use of live facial recognition before wider roll-out in England
The Labour party intends to consult the public on the use of live facial recognition technology before implementing a broader rollout in England.
It’s time to prepare for AI personhood
A commentary on the ethical and legal considerations of granting personhood to artificial intelligence as technology advances.
Welcome to the Filter US, the Guardian’s home for product reviews and recommendations
The Guardian introduces the Filter US, a new section dedicated to product reviews and recommendations for American readers.
Extremely offline: what happened when a Pacific island was cut off from the internet
A report on the aftermath of a volcanic eruption in Tonga that severed underwater internet cables, leaving the island isolated from the digital world.
‘To them, ageing is a technical problem that can, and will, be fixed’: how the rich and powerful plan to live for ever
An investigation into how wealthy individuals are investing in technology and science to extend human lifespan and potentially achieve immortality.
Inside the everyday Facebook networks where far-right ideas grow
A deep dive into how far-right ideologies spread and thrive within everyday Facebook networks.
Pixel 10 Pro XL review: Google’s superphone gets AI and magnetic upgrades
A review of the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL, highlighting its AI features and new magnetic upgrades.
Google Pixel 10 Pro review: One of the very best smaller phones
A review of the Google Pixel 10 Pro, praised for its compact size and high performance.
Honor Magic V5 review: Fantastic foldable phone that needs better Android software
A review of the Honor Magic V5, a foldable phone with impressive hardware but in need of improved Android software.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 review: The thinner, lighter and better folding Android
A review of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, focusing on its improved design and folding capabilities.
Sky Glass Air review: A surprisingly good budget smart TV
A review of the Sky Glass Air TV, highlighting its value as a budget-friendly smart TV option.
