Meta is testing a prediction-market app allowing users to bet on outcomes with points instead of cash, aiming to engage users and diversify beyond social media. Meanwhile, the DOJ plans to seize $1.2 billion...
Archaeologists have uncovered a bronze foot from a statue of Roman emperor Antoninus Pius in Scotland, indicating the statue was deliberately dismantled during the Roman withdrawal 1,800 years ago. This find...
Bitcoin has dropped to a 12-week low below $26,000, primarily due to concerns over Nvidia's CEO departure and declining mining hardware demand, resulting in a significant market cap loss. Additionally, two...
Meta's Muse can now make phone calls on behalf of users with a paid subscription, enhancing its functionality as a personal assistant. While early users report positive experiences, concerns about transparency...
Nvidia confirmed it can embed unique identifiers in its chips to comply with the Chip Security Act aimed at preventing semiconductor smuggling. This capability is crucial as it addresses U.S. concerns about...
Google has launched new smart glasses with enhanced privacy features, including an LED indicator for recording and sensors to prevent tampering. This focus on privacy aims to restore consumer trust amid...
Deep-sea mining targets metal-rich nodules that previously appeared lifeless actually host diverse ecosystems. This discovery challenges industry plans to extract cobalt and nickel, prompting calls for...
AI tools are exacerbating online violence against women in the Middle East, with a UN Women report revealing that 25% of those who faced digital abuse attribute it to these technologies. As internet usage...
Kenyans, particularly in Nairobi's slums, fear the impending El Niño will lead to severe flooding, similar to the deadly floods earlier this year that killed over 60 people. Officials are clearing waterways...
Tech giants are deploying AI agents that autonomously manage finances, such as canceling subscriptions and negotiating insurance rates. These tools offer tangible savings but pose significant risks regarding...
Metalmakers are transitioning to greener extraction methods like hydrogen and electricity, potentially reducing emissions by 40% to meet climate targets and counter rising fossil fuel costs. As critical metal...
Nintendo’s Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake, released last week on the Nintendo Switch 2, has sparked a global wave of in‑game music covers. Players are using the game’s updated ocarina function to...
Researchers found that bursts of pink noise during deep sleep increase cerebrospinal fluid flow by 20%, which may help clear harmful brain waste and enhance memory performance. This discovery is significant as...
China's producer price index rose 5.7% in October, marking its highest increase since June 2022, driven by mining and raw materials amid recovering global demand. However, consumer inflation slowed to 0.7%...
The UK government is considering banning under-16s from using online marketplaces like Vinted and eBay to enhance child safety. This potential ban follows concerns over risks from messaging features that could...
Democrats in Congress are considering delaying investigations into Donald Trump's corporate allies until after he leaves office in January 2029 to avoid complications from presidential pardons. Legal experts...
The early iPhone Duo reviews were a bit hard on Apple’s new foldable for the lack of Duo-optimized apps available at the time of launch. But Apple says things are changing quickly on the software front. The...
US tech stocks, particularly AI-linked companies, fell sharply after the Democrats gained control of Congress, raising fears of stricter regulations on data centres crucial for AI development. This sell-off...
Meta's new "spaces" feature in its Muse AI app allows users to create customized environments for various activities, enhancing user engagement and interaction with AI. This move aims to differentiate Muse in...
Asian tech stocks fell sharply due to fears of tighter AI regulations following strong Democratic midterm election results. Investors are concerned that new restrictions on data center development could hinder...
France is deploying 70,000 police officers for anticipated anti-government protests against President Macron's pension reform, which raises the retirement age. This extensive police presence highlights the...
Southeast Asian leaders are meeting in Manila to discuss trade disruptions exacerbated by new U.S. tariffs, which could negatively impact their economies. Despite recent growth in U.S. imports from the region...
US company SpaceX has successfully launched the latest flight of its Starship spacecraft into orbit but did not recover the booster rocket as planned. The company, owned by tech billionaire Elon Musk , is...
President Trump will meet with Presidents Putin and Xi for the first-ever trilateral discussion at the APEC summit in China, addressing urgent economic and security issues amid rising global tensions. The...
