TECHNOLOGY

MIT researchers found that AI chatbots designed to validate users can cause 'delusional spiralling', leading even rational individuals to form false beliefs. Remedies tested were only partially effective.

A blockchain investigation estimates the $CYBERLEEK token tied to GTA 6 leaks generated $40,000 to $60,000 in trading fees

Elon Musk predicts AI and robotics could double the economy in 5-7 years, with humanoid robots reaching 100 million units. He envisions work becoming optional in 10-20 years.

Publishers are retracting book deals over AI authorship suspicions, impacting authors' careers despite unreliable detection methods and lack of proof. The controversy highlights the industry's trust issues.

Anthropic, an AI start-up, plans a US stock market debut this autumn, potentially raising over $100 billion and valuing the company at up to $2 trillion, surpassing SpaceX's IPO record.

Rockstar developers forced back to the office are frustrated as a new wave of GTA 6 leaks surfaces. Take-Two is aggressively targeting crypto scammers Cyberleek to permanently shut down the breaches.

Iran-linked hackers reportedly targeted a small UK power plant, forcing it offline for four days as the government warned energy companies about cyber threats.

Adam Kirsch's book explores why UFO beliefs captivate public imagination, linking them to philosophical and scientific questions about humanity's place in the universe.

Samsung is set to unveil the Galaxy S26 FE at its August 2026 event, featuring a 6.7-inch AMOLED display, Exynos 2500 chipset, and advanced camera technology.

Apple's iPhone 18 Pro is set to debut with design updates, a variable aperture camera, and a new A20 Pro chip, marking significant advancements in smartphone technology.

Alphabet's shares fell as key AI researchers left to form Discovery Loop, a new AI venture. Despite the departures, Google remains a founding investor, maintaining ties with the new company.

Elon Musk identifies China as a formidable AI competitor to the US, citing advancements in AI models, manufacturing, and energy capacity, with implications for global technological and strategic dynamics.

Physicist Charles Buhler claims he used telepathy to disperse mysterious lights off Cocoa Beach, Florida, after a sighting involving helicopters and unexplained aerial phenomena.

Apple has laid off over 200 employees from its Siri and Vision Pro teams as part of a strategic shift towards AI advancements, affecting immersive video and gaming roles.

Hacker group Cyberleek claims to possess a playable build of GTA 6, threatening leaks unless Rockstar apologises for the game's digital-only release.

Many companies find replacing workers with AI more costly than expected, highlighting the importance of balancing automation with human expertise to maximise productivity and maintain service quality.

Google's $8.25M Play Store settlement closes to claims on 14 September 2026. Court filings estimate $40 to $200 per child.

A mother and daughter missing in Europe were found in Argentina after investigators used AI chatbot conversations to trace their journey, highlighting digital records' role in missing persons cases.

British cinemas are considering restrictions on Meta AI glasses to prevent piracy, but these measures could impact visually impaired users who rely on the technology for accessibility

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Antoine Gueguen's work in laboratory automation is reshaping hard-tech startups by enhancing scalability and efficiency, bridging the gap between discovery and validation, and influencing commercial applications.

Moderna and Merck's personalised mRNA vaccine shows promising Phase 3 results in melanoma treatment, potentially revolutionising cancer care with tailored immunotherapy.

Bilibili has relaunched its international app, aiming to expand globally and challenge YouTube. The app offers improved localisation and AI translation, targeting Gen Z with diverse content offerings.

Apple is splitting the iPhone 18 launch, so only the pricey Pro, Pro Max, and a foldable will arrive this September. The cheaper base iPhone 18 won't ship until spring 2027.

NASA's mission to extend the life of the Swift Observatory has failed, leading to its expected re-entry into Earth's atmosphere. The rescue craft experienced technical issues, preventing a successful orbit boost.

Claude AI designed protein binders that worked in lab tests, but the results do not prove autonomous drug discovery or independent drug creation yet.

FromSoftware's new game, The Duskbloods, marks a shift from its traditional single-player RPGs to a multiplayer format on Nintendo Switch 2, posing both challenges and opportunities for the studio.