Burger King is trialing AI-powered headsets in 500 US restaurants that monitor if employees say 'please' and 'thank you' to customers, sparking widespread criticism on social media as dystopian.
Scientists from Johns Hopkins University reveal that hardy bacteria can survive asteroid impacts, supporting the theory that life on Earth may have originated from Mars via space rocks.
A public showdown between the Trump administration and AI firm Anthropic reaches an impasse as military officials demand ethical policy changes by Friday or risk business consequences.
Young people in Buenos Aires are gathering in parks to dress and act like animals, part of a viral therian movement gaining traction on TikTok with over 2 million posts.
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ProPublica journalists are on the brink of a historic strike, with AI governance as the central issue. This conflict highlights broader industry debates over disclosure, job security, and ethical AI integration in journalism.
Polymarket faces intense backlash for permitting users to gamble on the outcome of Nancy Guthrie's kidnapping case, with over $188,000 staked. Critics warn of ethical breaches and potential criminal incentives.
OpenAI disclosed that the perpetrator of Canada's Tumbler Ridge school shooting circumvented a ChatGPT ban by creating a second account, prompting new safety protocols.
The notorious 'Life is short. Have an affair' website is shifting its focus to discreet dating, as 57% of its members are now single, moving away from its adulterous past.
A federal trial in California examines claims that major platforms like Meta and TikTok designed addictive features harming young users' mental health.
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Massive Ubisoft sale on Steam offers huge discounts, including The Crew Motorfest at 90% off for £5.99, plus deals on Assassin's Creed, Star Wars Outlaws, and more until March 12.
Grinding Gear Games unveils the Path of Exile Mirage update, introducing a new Reliquarian Ascendancy Class, Exceptional Support Gems, and the Mirage Challenge League with a March 6 release date.
The former head of the Pentagon's UFO office discloses that unexplained objects in space performed maneuvers beyond known US capabilities, with dozens of cases remaining unresolved despite expert analysis.
A 20-year-old woman testifies in landmark trial against Meta and YouTube, claiming childhood social media use caused addiction and mental health issues.
Burger King is testing an OpenAI-powered AI chatbot named Patty in 500 US restaurants. The system evaluates staff politeness and assists with tasks like meal prep and inventory alerts.
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A new SMS phishing scam targets Gmail users by exploiting their phone numbers, tricking them into revealing passwords and potentially enabling SIM swap attacks for account takeover.
Burger King is launching an OpenAI-powered AI chatbot named 'Patty' that will evaluate employees' friendliness, including use of 'please' and 'thank you', via headsets in 500 pilot restaurants.
Scientists have captured the largest-ever image of the Milky Way's Central Molecular Zone using the Alma telescope in Chile, revealing intricate gas filaments and star-forming processes.
The UK government is launching a consultation on banning social media for under-16s, with Keir Starmer expected to back the policy. Alternatives like curbs on infinite scrolling will also be explored to protect young people online.
A fictional advert by Belgian agency AiCandy depicts older versions of Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Sam Altman in 2036, where AI and robotics have replaced 80% of jobs, promoting a company called Energym.
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Pope Leo XIV has prohibited Catholic priests from using artificial intelligence to prepare homilies, warning that AI lacks the spiritual connection to share faith authentically.
Pope Leo XIV has prohibited priests from using artificial intelligence to write homilies, emphasizing the need for genuine faith sharing. He also highlighted the growing loneliness among youth exacerbated by smartphone use.
Meta's Instagram has implemented a new policy to block searches for self-harm content, aiming to protect vulnerable users and enhance online safety measures.
Nick Shirley, a right-wing YouTuber previously praised by JD Vance for sparking a Minnesota daycare fraud investigation, has endorsed an antisemitic 'Jewish invasion' documentary online, drawing scrutiny.
A new study finds children as young as 13 are shown guns, self-harm, and misogyny within minutes of signing up to platforms like TikTok and Snapchat, prompting calls for a ban on under-16s social media access.
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A Washington caller pressing 'two' for Spanish service was answered by an automated English voice with a Spanish accent, sparking viral comparisons to Hilaria Baldwin's infamous dialect.
Sony's poorly-timed tweet promoting Marathon's server slam has sparked a boycott from PlayStation fans angry over the closure of Bluepoint Games, casting doubt on the game's launch success.
Ford is recalling 4.3 million pickup trucks and SUVs in the United States due to a software error that may disable trailer brakes and exterior lights, posing a crash risk.
The UK's transition from traditional landlines to internet-based phone services by 2027 is causing stress for vulnerable users, with Virgin Media fined £23.8m for leaving customers without telecare access.
Data miners have discovered hidden code in God of War Ragnarok that suggests an opening cutscene for the next game, potentially set in Egyptian mythology with Atreus and Mau.
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UK households are urged to check routers for unused 'phantom devices' that drain broadband speeds. Experts recommend disconnecting old gadgets and upgrading to full fibre for better connectivity.
