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Tech firms cite AI costs for rising prices of consoles and devices
Technology companies are attributing recent price increases for major devices and consoles to the rising costs associated with artificial intelligence development and implementation. Products such as Xbox consoles, the …
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Forecasters predict warmer summer with increased heatwave risk
Forecasters are predicting a warmer-than-average summer with a higher likelihood of heatwaves, according to insights from Simon King. This outlook suggests a potentially challenging period ahead regarding extreme weathe…
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Experts warn of failure to plant enough trees for future generations
Experts are warning that future generations are being let down due to insufficient tree planting efforts. While the number of trees being planted is on the rise, conservationists argue that the current rate is not enoug…
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Apple hikes iPad and Mac prices, iPhone 18 Pro to follow amid AI component crunch
Apple is reportedly increasing prices for several iPad and Mac models, with the MacBook Air 512 GB and iPad Air 128 GB seeing significant jumps. These price hikes are attributed to rising hardware costs, particularly fo…
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Teens convicted for TfL cyber-attack after prior police knowledge
Two teenagers, Owen Flowers and Thalha Jubair, have been convicted for their involvement in a cyber-attack on Transport for London (TfL). The attack resulted in significant costs for TfL. It was revealed that Flowers an…
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Anthropic accuses Alibaba of massive AI model distillation attack · 10 sources tracked
Anthropic has accused Alibaba of conducting the largest known AI distillation attack, using approximately 25,000 fake accounts to generate 28.8 million exchanges with its Claude models. This alleged theft of AI capabili…
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GTA 6 Demand May Outstrip Supply, Physical Editions to Be Digital Codes
Grand Theft Auto 6 is expected to generate massive demand, potentially leading to supply shortages for consoles during the holiday season. Retailers are warning that stock may not meet the anticipated demand. Furthermor…
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JD.com CEO predicts robot replacement of 700,000 workers; YouTube settles teen addiction case
The CEO of JD.com, a company employing 700,000 delivery workers, has stated that robots will eventually replace all of them. This statement was made without a specific timeline or sugarcoating. Separately, Google's YouT…
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UK court greenlights £3bn Apple anti-trust case, millions may claim share
A UK court has approved a class-action lawsuit against Apple Inc., potentially allowing millions of consumers to claim a share of a £3 billion settlement. The case centers on allegations that Apple's App Store policies …
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Oracle cuts 21,000 jobs as AI integration accelerates
Tech giant Oracle has eliminated 21,000 jobs over the past year, a move attributed to the increasing integration of AI technologies within the company. This significant reduction in workforce is part of a broader indust…
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Marine protection efforts show seabed recovery after illegal dredging · 2 sources tracked
Marine protection efforts are showing positive results in an area previously damaged by illegal dredging and fishing. Campaigners highlight that the observed recovery of the seabed indicates the effectiveness of these c…
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Report: Online abuse focus on nudity, not consent, fails women · 2 sources tracked
A report by Chayn highlights that tech companies and authorities are inadequately addressing online abuse by focusing solely on nudity rather than consent. This approach fails to protect women from various forms of imag…
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AI company uses human cleaners to train robots for domestic tasks
An AI company is using human cleaners to gather data for training robots that could eventually replace them. This initiative involves sending cleaners to homes in New York City to perform tasks and collect information. …
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New kid-focused gaming console launches June 22nd
A new cube-shaped video game console designed to encourage physical activity among children is set to launch on June 22nd in the UK and Ireland. The console will retail for £269 (approximately €319).
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UK AI Regulator John Edwards Resigns Over Inappropriate Humor
The UK's AI regulator, John Edwards, has resigned from his position. His departure follows allegations of inappropriate attempts at humor. Edwards had been leading the data watchdog since January 2022.
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Himalayan villages build artificial glaciers for spring irrigation
In India's Himalayan villages, communities are constructing artificial glaciers, often referred to as ice pyramids. These structures are designed to store water from winter snowmelt, ensuring a reliable supply for irrig…
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GTA 6 pre-order date revealed, alongside other gaming and tech news
Rockstar Games has announced that pre-orders for the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI will begin on June 25th. The game's cover art has also been revealed. Separately, retailers are offering deals on robot vacuums…
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Researchers find ways to bypass ChatGPT safety filters; Vampire Survivors dev reconsiders Fortnite collab over AI use
Researchers have found that ChatGPT can still be prompted to generate sexualized and violent images, despite OpenAI's efforts to prevent such content. Separately, the developer of the game Vampire Survivors is reconside…
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UK Police Officer Investigated for Faking Evidence with AI
A police officer in the UK is under criminal investigation for allegedly using artificial intelligence to fabricate evidence in multiple cases. This marks what is believed to be the first known instance of such misuse w…
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Anthropic suspends AI tools amid US security concerns, prompting White House talks
Anthropic has suspended access to its newly released AI tools due to security concerns raised by the US government. This action has prompted a meeting between Anthropic officials and White House representatives. The sus…