TECHNOLOGY

Tesla Cybercab rides have begun in Austin, but firefighters question how to move a stalled vehicle. NHTSA is auditing about 1,000 Cybercabs.

Anthropic says a weapons-development cell in Houthi-controlled northern Yemen used Claude Code to develop guidance software for rockets and missiles, despite safety measures blocking some requests.

Leaked images of an alleged GTA 6 Collector's Edition box have sparked online debate, though Rockstar has not confirmed the product and the physical game will include a download code, not a disc

At least 40 US television stations aired a Sinclair-syndicated segment linking opposition to Flock surveillance cameras to China-linked activist networks, based on a disputed lobbying paper.

OpenAI's ChatGPT for Financial Services automates research, modeling, and pitchbooks, helping cut down the 100-hour workweek and boost productivity with AI-driven financial analysis.

The privacy issues with LG smart TVs, including data collection, audio recording, and network scanning, and their impact on consumer trust and the value of viewing data.

Anthropic has proposed giving governments legal authority to prevent the release of advanced AI models posing significant catastrophic risks, alongside stricter testing, independent assessments and penalties.

Astronomers identified 84 hypersoft X-ray sources in six galaxies by reanalysing NASA's Chandra archive, revealing an unusual emission pattern that may illuminate supernovae and galactic ionisation

Apple's first foldable iPhone has become an online meme after users questioned the unusually long-looking fingers in a promotional image showing the 7.6-inch device held in one hand.

Hadla Bergman leads Endra's efforts to adapt its MEP design software to American and British codes, while building AI capable of handling differing engineering conventions and complex physical models.

LG Electronics has denied allegations that its smart TVs secretly record conversations, while confirming they can identify devices on the same local network for connectivity and smart-home functions.

A viral comparison has accused Apple of digitally lengthening fingers in an iPhone Duo promotional image, but the claim remains unproven ahead of the foldable phone's October release.

Apple Reference Image debuts on iPhone 18 Pro in the UK, while EU photo capture is delayed because of regulatory requirements.

Nintendo has announced major Switch 2 releases including Metroid Ravenous, Kirby and the World Beyond and three Resident Evil games, while Sony faces backlash over its planned move away from physical discs.

Inside Operation Big Tuna, the largest US Secret Service crypto seizure. Victims like Nivie Kaul fight to recover stolen funds from a $225M scam network.

AI remains a significant factor in US layoffs, but restructuring has emerged as a leading cause. The labour market is evolving, with AI reshaping tasks rather than directly replacing jobs.

Employers are reversing AI-driven job cuts as rehiring costs surpass savings. Learn about the financial impact and the role of artificial intelligence in workforce decisions.

Developers are using a fruit fly's neural connectome to simulate its brain activity in games like Minecraft and Beat Saber, showcasing the potential of neuroscience data in virtual experiments.

Sony has not confirmed the release date or price for the PS6, nor a new handheld. Speculation continues amid market assessments and resource concerns

A new study suggests the Moon could have formed in just five hours after a giant impact, challenging traditional models and sparking online comparisons with biblical accounts

A new study suggests that advanced extraterrestrial computing systems could emit detectable waste-heat signatures, known as Slysh halos, around stars, potentially visible in the far-infrared spectrum.

Former OpenAI researcher Daniel Kokotajlo warns that advanced AI could transform humanity into a protected curiosity, similar to 'zoo' animals, as AI systems reshape the world without human control.

The former Anthropic researcher warned advanced AI could potentially target critical infrastructure or assist with dangerous biological weapons.

T-Mobile customers could get up to $1,200 off the iPhone 18 Pro through a trade-in promotion, potentially covering the phone's starting price.

Samsung used Apple's latest hardware event to mock the new iPhone Duo, highlighting its own foldable phone history and poking fun at Apple's design choices through witty social media posts.

Samsung mocked Apple with a 'Welcome to Foldables' ad before the iPhone Duo launch, but a Counterpoint forecast tips Apple to overtake its foldable lead within a year.

Apple introduces the iPhone Duo, its first foldable iPhone, featuring a 7.6-inch display, A20 Pro chip, and innovative camera features, starting at $1,999. Pre-orders begin 16 October.

Verdant's analysis reveals UK datacentres may create only 10,400 jobs, challenging TechUK's higher projections. The findings spark political debate over the sector's environmental impact and economic benefits.

Anthropic's security operations include monitoring protests near executives and reporting threats from its Claude chatbot to police, raising questions about privacy and corporate responsibility.