Europe reaches a deal on the world's first comprehensive AI rulesThe rules would go into full effect in 2025, and could serve as a blueprint for regulators elsewhere in the world.
Fully customizable PS5 controller marketed to those with disabilitiesThe new PlayStation 5 controller promises to make it easier for gamers who can't hold onto devices for long periods.
Senator: Governments spy on smartphone users via push notificationsA Senate leader is urging the Department of Justice to let tech companies be more transparent about the data they collect from push notifications.
Meta is a 'breeding ground' for child predators, new lawsuit claimsA new lawsuit claims Meta has knowingly become a "breeding ground" for predators to exploit and groom children.
These were 2023's most popular Wikipedia entriesIn 2023, ChatGPT, the annual list of notable deaths and the Cricket World Cup gathered the most attention.
US skies open up as 2nd flying car secures FAA stamp of approvalYou can get your hands on a H1 flying car starting from $135,000 to $150,000, with orders opening in 2024.
23andMe to begin notifying users whose information was compromisedIn a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, the company confirmed that the security breach took place Oct. 1.
Kiss becomes first fully digital US band: Say hello to their avatarsKiss is finally done with their farewell tour, but it's not really the end of the road for the band's stage presence.
Detroit now has the country's first wireless-charging road for EVsDetroit officials reassure the public that the electric road is safe for drivers, pedestrians, and wildlife.
Google has begun deleting inactive accountsThe tech giant said the move is meant to reduce security risks as older accounts are more likely to use recycled passwords, among other concerns.
Federal judge blocks Montana's first-in-the-nation ban on TikTokA judge has blocked Montana's proposed ban on TikTok while a challenge works its way through the courts.
States look to legislation to regulate AI political ads next electionA handful of states, including Texas and California, have passed laws regulating deepfakes in political advertising.
Elon Musk had an expletive-laden message to advertisers leaving XDuring an on-stage interview, Musk accused the companies who pulled their ads from the social media site of trying to "blackmail him."
AI is being used to create deepfake images of the war in GazaThe misinformation goes beyond images of war: There was even a deepfake of Palestinian American model Bella Hadid expressing her support for Israel.
Congress wants tech CEOs to address child sexual abuse on their appsLawmakers have struggled to get tech CEOs to come before Congress. In some cases, U.S. Marshals had to serve subpoenas in person.
Meta updates political ad rules to cover AI-generated images, videosAdvertisers on Instagram and Facebook will have to disclose when they use AI or other digital techniques starting in 2024.
Hospital system that operates in 6 states is victim of cyberattackArdent Health Services said it became aware of a cyber incident on Nov. 23, and determined it was a ransomware attack.
Sports Illustrated accused of using AI-generated articles and authorsSports Illustrated published AI-generated articles from AI-generated authors, according to a report published on the website Futurism.
What to know about Google's plans to delete 'inactive' accountsGoogle says it will be deleting unused accounts to minimize security risks. As long as you've logged in recently, your account should be safe.
This new iPhone feature concerns police departmentsHave you downloaded Apple's latest iOS? Read about the new feature numerous police departments are warning about.
The next front in the AI wars: The courtroomBook authors have sued OpenAI, saying that the company's generative tools have stolen their copyrighted text.
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Elon Musk says news article headlines are returning to XThe latest change makes it easier to distinguish articles shared on the platform — depending entirely on how they'll appear now.
Sam Altman is back as OpenAI CEO just days after being removedOpenAI said in a statement: "We have reached an agreement in principle for Sam Altman to return to OpenAI as CEO with a new initial board."
Toys that 'spy' on kids are becoming a growing threat, report findsA report from the U.S. PIRG Education Fund found toys that "spy" on children are on the rise in the U.S.
Big Tech companies look to scoop up talent jumping ship from OpenAIChatGPT couldn't make up a drama as captivating as the humans behind the shakeups happening at OpenAI.
Musk's X sues Media Matters over its report on X ads and hate speechX alleges Media Matters fabricated a report that showed neo-Nazi content on the platform in order to drive off X's advertisers.
Microsoft hires ousted OpenAI founder in high-level AI shakeupSam Altman co-founded OpenAI, but was fired by the board when he allegedly interfered with the board exercising its responsibilities.
Cruise CEO resigns following troubles with self-driving carsThe autonomous vehicles have been plagued by problems, including crashes and technology malfunctions.
Apple to unveil iPhone messaging system to make texting Android easierSet to launch through a software update next year, it will replace SMS and bring new features and improved media sharing.
IBM pulls advertisements from X over antisemitic postsA report claimed IBM — along with several other major brands — had its ads appearing next to content that touted Adolf Hitler and Nazis.
TikTok prohibits videos promoting bin Laden's 'Letter to America'TikTok said it is "proactively and aggressively" removing content that promotes the 20-year-old letter from the former leader of Al-Qaeda.
Password hygiene: The weak passwords you shouldn't useBillions of private records have been exposed by data breaches in recent years, a statistic that makes having a strong password even more important.
Meta allows Instagram, Facebook ads that say 2020 election was riggedThe move is one of several changes Meta and others have made to loosen constraints on campaign ads ahead of the 2024 presidential election.
This might end the green message bubble vs. blue message bubble divideNothing will soon roll out its “Nothing Chats” app that they claim can send blue bubble messages to friends with iPhones even if you don't have one.
