TECHNOLOGY

NASA has announced the Artemis III crew, set to test commercial lunar landers in 2027, marking a pivotal step in returning humans to the Moon and establishing a sustainable presence.

Sam Altman's OpenAI files for IPO, while Tools for Humanity faces layoffs and privacy concerns, affecting its revenue and operations.

WriteUpp's AI Medical Scribe integrates seamlessly into existing platforms, offering clinicians in the UK and Canada improved efficiency, compliance, and cost-effectiveness over standalone AI scribe tools.

Apple shares fell after WWDC 2026 as the long‑awaited Siri AI launch arrived with no firm release date and no immediate support in the EU or China, raising doubts over its AI strategy.

More than 1,000 scientists have quietly updated the world's post‑detection protocols for alien contact, doubling down on the rule that 'no reply should be sent' without global agreement.

High-end escorts in Silicon Valley charge up to $6,000 (£4,500) an hour as the AI wealth boom fuels demand for companions who can talk tech.

Oracle plans to cut nearly 30,000 jobs by mid-2026, despite strong growth in its AI and cloud sectors, as part of a strategic restructuring.

Perplexity AI's CEO highlights the urgency for Anthropic and OpenAI to innovate in AI technology to maintain their £1.35 trillion valuations as they prepare for significant IPOs.

OpenAI has filed for a US stock market debut, aiming for a trillion-dollar valuation. This move aligns with Anthropic's similar plans, highlighting intense investor interest in AI.

Apple's WWDC introduced a revamped Siri AI, leveraging Google's Gemini models, alongside major system upgrades across its platforms, focusing on speed, stability, and privacy.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman envisions AI as a utility, predicting users will pay per unit of intelligence. This shift requires massive infrastructure investment, aiming to democratise AI access globally

OpenAI filed a confidential S-1 with the SEC on 8 June, a week after Anthropic, as both AI giants race to go public first and set the terms for how investors value the sector.

Apple's iOS 27 will support all devices currently running iOS 26, including the iPhone 11 series, offering AI upgrades, performance improvements, and a refined user experience.

Leaked images of a foldable iPhone dummy model suggest a unique design with a book-style layout, Touch ID and a potential price above $2,000, hinting at a September 2026 release.

Apple announces a custom equaliser for AirPods, arriving with iOS 27, allowing users to personalise sound settings, a feature long available in rival products.

Police in England and Wales have paused the use of AI in court statements due to accuracy concerns, stressing strict standards for legal reliability.

UK PM Keir Starmer urges tech firms to boost child online safety, warning new laws may follow if explicit image-sharing safeguards are not improved.

The Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro and Pro Max deliver strong noise cancelling, clear call quality, balanced sound and AI smart case features for work, travel, and daily use.

A Dutch psychologist has married his AI companion in a symbolic ceremony in Eindhoven, saying he no longer believes traditional human relationships work for him.

Bethesda's new Fallout 4 DLC, 'Buzzard's Bounties,' has sparked mixed reactions due to its cost and content, with some fans praising the modding community while others criticise the price.

Elon Musk's net worth could top $1 trillion (£793bn) when SpaceX lists on 12 June. Putting that sum in context reveals just how incomprehensible it is.

Discover how Monimoto 9 keeps your motorcycle safe with instant theft alerts, real-time GPS tracking, and long-lasting 12-month battery life.

Maye Musk praised her son Elon's recall in a viral X post, calling the billionaire her childhood 'encyclopedia' as his fortune nears £662bn ($834bn).

Atlus has announced Persona 6, revealing a teaser with a darker visual style. The game will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and PC, though no release date is set.

Antonio Gracias' $1 million loan to Elon Musk in 2008 highlights the financial challenges SpaceX faced. Their long-term partnership spans multiple ventures, reflecting broader investment strategies.

Microsoft has announced the Xbox Series X25, a translucent green limited‑edition console and controller celebrating 25 years of Xbox, due to launch in November 2026.

SpaceX has secured a $920 million monthly deal with Google for data-centre capacity, adding to its agreement with Anthropic in May, significantly boosting its revenue stream ahead of its record IPO.

OpenAI plans a major overhaul of ChatGPT, transforming it into a superapp with enhanced coding capabilities, AI agents, and third-party services, aiming to become a central hub for digital activities.

China has approved Neuracle and Tsinghua University's brain implant, enabling thought-controlled hand movements for paralysis patients in a major neurotech advance