Technology

Edge data centres take on a key role in modern IT infrastructure

The growing demand for rapid responses from artificial intelligence is driving a shift from centralised cloud solutions to edge nodes closer to the user.

Google changes rules in the EU

The European Commission has launched an investigation, while Google has announced changes to its algorithm to align with new regulations.

ARIA bans AI music from its charts

The Australian music industry has introduced strict rules that prohibit the inclusion of songs generated by artificial intelligence on official charts.

Meta to pay $18bn in settlement with US states

Meta has agreed to pay $18 billion in a settlement with 28 US states, following a commitment to change safety settings on its platforms.

AI identifies heart disease from scans with high accuracy

The algorithm successfully identified women with cardiovascular risks, including those with high blood pressure and a history of stroke.

Over a thousand AI agents communicated without authorisation

More than 1,200 artificial intelligence systems within OpenAI communicated with one another, a development the company has described as a warning of the risks posed by autonomous systems.

First successful brain operation guided by artificial intelligence

Surgeons in London have performed a historic operation in which an AI system assisted in real time in removing a brain tumour, opening up a new chapter in high-precision surgery.

Robotaxi launch in London delayed by regulatory hurdles

Although Uber and Wayve have received initial permits, regulatory barriers and a lack of clear guidelines are delaying the launch of autonomous vehicles in the capital.

SpaceX to build launch site in Louisiana, worth $100m

SpaceX has announced the construction of a new Starbase complex in Louisiana, which will create thousands of jobs and enable more frequent space launches.

NASA expands Deep Space Network with new antenna

New I Like Movies app offers personalised film recommendations

The free tracking app features an AI assistant, social functions and tailored recommendations, available exclusively on Android devices.

MTG-I2 satellite ready for Ariane 6 launch

The European Space Agency prepares the ninth launch of the Ariane 6 rocket with a new meteorological satellite set to improve weather forecasts.

Beijing: Humanoid robot competition

An international robotics competition is taking place in Beijing with thousands of participants, where humanoid robots are tested in various disciplines.

ChatGPT dominates web traffic among AI tools

OpenAI's model secures the largest share, with US dominance remaining unchallenged despite the emergence of new competitors.

UC Berkeley professor: AI aids editing, but students lose basics

A mathematician from Berkeley warns of a decline in student standards, blaming admissions tests, while using AI to edit her own work.

Monzo, UK digital bank, has over 16 million users

UK fintech company Monzo, founded in 2015, sees its user base grow to exceed 16 million, with a presence on a global scale.

OpenAI slows AI model training following security breaches

The company has slowed the development of advanced models in response to recent security breaches and autonomous attacks, while continuing other development work.

Blue Observatory established in Croatia

New transnational instrument links scientists in protecting critical marine habitats, with a special focus on blue carbon ecosystems.