In a move that might make Silicon Valley’s AI labs squirm just a little, Denmark is laying the groundwork for …
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Microsoft Shifts Gears, Ends Reliance on China-Based Engineers for Pentagon Cloud Support
Microsoft has announced it will no longer employ engineers based in China to support the U.S. Department of Defense’s cloud …
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Apple’s Browser “Choice” on iOS Is an Illusion
In name, Apple has opened the door to real browser competition on iOS. In practice, it’s a masterclass in obstruction.
Following pressure from the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), Apple updated iOS 17.4 to technically allow third-party browser engines beyond its own WebKit. But as advocacy groups and developers have pointed out, the way Apple implemented this change practically ensures that few—if any—browser makers will take advantage of it.
The result? Apple complies with the letter of the law while preserving its de facto browser monopoly.
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Meta’s AI Seeks Your Private Photos, Stirring Privacy Concerns
Picture this: Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, is now asking to peek into the private photos on your …
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UK Government Deploys “Humphrey AI” to Enhance Public Services, Emphasizing Local Innovation
The UK government has introduced “Humphrey AI,” an artificial intelligence suite named after the iconic civil servant from the sitcom …
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Florida Man Killed by Police After Believing AI Chatbot Was Murdered
A man with a history of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder was fatally shot by police in Florida after a delusional …
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Google’s AI-Powered Search Sparks Outrage Among News Publishers as Traffic Plummets
Google’s new AI-driven search tools, including AI Mode and AI-generated summaries in Google Discover, are drastically reducing traffic to news …
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UK Government Explores Social Media Time Limits for Children Amid Mental Health Concerns
The UK government is actively considering implementing time restrictions on children’s use of social media apps to address growing concerns …
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Australia Leads the Way: A Global Trend in Social Media Restrictions for Minors?
Australia has become the first country to impose a strict age verification system on social media platforms. The Online Safety …
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A Delicate Dance: Google and the News in Europe
Google has hinted at the possibility of removing news articles from European Union-based publications from its search results. This dramatic …