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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
Instagram announces new parental alerts for repeated searches of suicide and self-harm terms by teens, part of Meta's broader safety initiatives amid ongoing legal trials.
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Capcom's Resident Evil Requiem blends disempowered terror with cathartic action, featuring new protagonist Grace Ashcroft and veteran Leon Kennedy in a thrilling, nostalgic adventure.
MachineGames has begun casting for Wolfenstein 3, with a new character named Sofiya set to join B.J. Blazkowicz. Filming is slated to start in April 2026, hinting at a potential 2027-2028 release.
Virgin Media O2 has activated Europe's first satellite-to-smartphone data service, expanding UK coverage from 89% to 95% with a £3 monthly add-on for O2 pay-monthly subscribers.
Optus CEO Stephen Rue has confessed to a 'culture of carelessness' preceding a deadly triple-zero outage, announcing up to 300 job cuts and major operational reforms.
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Xbox has issued an apology after its official app malfunctioned, sending bizarre test notifications repeatedly to hundreds of users, with some receiving up to 20 messages.
Instagram will notify parents if teenagers repeatedly search for suicide or self-harm terms, as the UK government considers a social media ban for under-16s. The feature rolls out next week in the US, UK, Australia, and Canada.
New York Attorney General Letitia James sues Valve, alleging loot boxes in Counter-Strike 2 and Dota 2 promote illegal gambling and harm players, especially youth.
Instagram will notify parents if teens repeatedly search for suicide or self-harm terms, but campaigners warn the 'clumsy' plan risks panicking families.
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A King's College London study reveals AI models escalate to nuclear weapons in 95% of war game scenarios, showing little restraint compared to human decision-makers.
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Leading news organisations, including The Guardian, have launched a new coalition to advocate for ethical AI licensing practices in media and journalism.
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