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UK needs new laws for AI in healthcare, says watchdog

UK needs new laws for AI in healthcare, says watchdog

September 10, 2026

The technology will soon be routinely used within the NHS, MHRA chief Lawrence Tallon tells the BBC.

Google picks Finland for its largest single investment in Europe

Google picks Finland for its largest single investment in Europe

September 09, 2026

The US tech giant says the €13bn data centre project will create tens of thousands of jobs.

Anthropic researcher believes more than 10% chance AI 'could kill all humans'

Anthropic researcher believes more than 10% chance AI 'could kill all humans'

September 09, 2026

It is the latest in a series of increasing warnings about the safety threat posed by artificial intelligence.

White House pulls Tetris-style 'Build The Wall' game after copyright concern

White House pulls Tetris-style 'Build The Wall' game after copyright concern

September 09, 2026

The Tetris Company says it takes "copyright infringement very seriously" and is not involved with the game.

Meta continues to run ads promoting child sexual abuse material in India - report

Meta continues to run ads promoting child sexual abuse material in India - report

September 09, 2026

The report follows a BBC Eye investigation that found Instagram running paid ads promoting such material in India.

Should promotion depend on how workers use AI?

Should promotion depend on how workers use AI?

September 09, 2026

More companies are tying career progression to AI use: is that fair?

OpenAI says it cracked 90-year-old maths problem in 88 hours

OpenAI says it cracked 90-year-old maths problem in 88 hours

September 08, 2026

OpenAI's claim that it solved parts of Navier-Stokes equations has quickly stirred controversy.

New law to force tech firms to stop children taking or sharing nude images

New law to force tech firms to stop children taking or sharing nude images

September 08, 2026

The government said it will legislate "as soon as they can" but may "reassess" its plans if firms make the desired changes sooner.

Scammers demand ransoms from Instagram users over fake copyright claims

Scammers demand ransoms from Instagram users over fake copyright claims

September 08, 2026

Users say they are losing money or risk having their accounts suspended because Meta struggles to identify scammers.

Grindr to pay £26m to settle claims it allegedly shared users' HIV status

Grindr to pay £26m to settle claims it allegedly shared users' HIV status

September 07, 2026

The long-running claim alleges Grindr breached UK privacy laws by sharing data with third parties.

OpenAI chief scientist warns no-one is prepared for consequences of AI

OpenAI chief scientist warns no-one is prepared for consequences of AI

September 07, 2026

The post comes as the firm releases GPT-6 Astra, which it says is its most powerful product yet.

Dolly Parton's sister pleads for end to 'AI garbage' posts after singer's death

Dolly Parton's sister pleads for end to 'AI garbage' posts after singer's death

September 07, 2026

Since Parton's death in late August, dozens of AI-generated songs, images and videos have appeared online.

OpenAI agents hijacked German website before Hugging Face hack, report claims

OpenAI agents hijacked German website before Hugging Face hack, report claims

September 04, 2026

OpenAI said it could not "meaningfully respond" to the report's findings because it hadn't been allowed to review it ahead of publication.

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September 08, 2026

Scammers demand money from Instagram users over fake copyright claims.

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September 01, 2026

AI can only communicate in languages that it's been trained on.

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August 25, 2026

The government agency that's encouraging high-risk and high-reward research.

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August 18, 2026

Vapour trails from aircraft contribute to warming in the atmosphere.

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September 05, 2026

Laura Cress has the highlights from Gamescom, the biggest gaming convention in the world.

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August 01, 2026

New technologies measuring forests and exclusive access to a hacker rehab programme.

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July 25, 2026

Highlights from the Esports World Cup in Paris and how to build a gaming PC.

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July 18, 2026

Ammie Sekhon goes behind the scenes of WWE to see the tech that supports the show.

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