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AI 'slop' could cause cognitive decline and violent tendencies in kids

In recent years, platforms like TikTok and YouTube have seen a surge in low-quality, highly repetitive, and at times violent, AI-generated content aimed towards kids which could cause cognitive decline and vicious streaks, according to a new study.

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Uber and China’s Pony AI to launch over 2,000 robotaxis across Europe

The expanded partnership with blend a mobility platform, fleet management capacity and autonomous driving technology.

Space

Extreme solar storms could expose airline passengers to radiation risk

Extreme solar storms could expose airline passengers and crew to dangerous radiation levels and trigger the kind of aircraft electronics failures that grounded 6,000 Airbus jets last year, researchers say.

Business

Why do women struggle more than men to buy a home?

A consistent pay gap and more difficulties in saving for a deposit compared to men are some of the factors holding women back from home ownership.

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Space

China's lead in orbital data centres risks leaving Europe behind

China is racing ahead on orbital data centres while Europe still debates the concept, a new policy brief warns, and the gap is starting to widen.

Tech News

Which countries have the best cyber security? Albania tops the list

Estonia's e-Governance Academy ranks Albania and Czechia as the world's most cyber-secure nations, with major attacks often forcing the top-to-bottom overhauls that push smaller, easier-to-coordinate states ahead of larger powers like Germany and the US.

Business

Tech titan Jeff Bezos eyes Liverpool as more US moguls buy up UK teams

Several other US billionaires like Mark Walters and Todd Boehly also have stakes in UK football and other sports teams.

Tech News

US court rejects Meta, Google and TikTok's 'lawsuit immunity' claims

Section 230 was built to shield tech giants from what users post — not, the Ninth Circuit ruled, from claims that Meta, Google and TikTok built platforms designed to addict them.

Business

Revolut bags full French banking licence in European growth push

Revolut's French banking licence follows the bank receiving its UK banking licence back in March 2026.

Tech News

The EU’s answer to Starlink moves one step closer to launch

Rising geopolitcal volatility and conflicts such as the Russia-Ukraine and Middle East war have made it crucial for Europe to invest heavily in its own home-grown satellite network.

Business

MySpace comeback? Owners drop a major hint and here's what we know

While the potential relaunch of MySpace is sure to bring considerable nostalgia and anticipation, analysts warn that the social media platform could have a tough time competing in the current market.

Economy

US employers slash 23,000 jobs amid ongoing Iran war pressure

July's unemployment rate eased slightly to 4.1% from 4.2% in June, as more Americans leave the labour market.

Business

Volkswagen investors back rapid overhaul to improve competitiveness

As Volkswagen continues to deal with tariff impact and rising competition from Chinese carmakers, taking drastic cost-cutting and strategy steps have become all the more crucial to maintain its market position.

Tech News

Trojan horse alert: Pirated versions of 'The Odyssey' contain viruses

Desperate to watch The Odyssey for free? Pirated copies are already spreading malware capable of raiding your passwords, payment details and more.

Business

Drinks giant Diageo unveils $1bn in cost cuts to tackle slowing growth

The world's largest spirits maker has scrapped its medium-term growth target as new CEO Dave Lewis moves to reset performance after years of stagnant sales.

Tech News

Meta launches Muse Code tool amid AI hacking revelations

Meta’s announcement comes shortly after OpenAI and Anthropic also reported that their AI models had breached other companies during testing.

Economy

Trump admin refunds $100 billion in “Liberation Day” tariffs

The refunds follow a February US Supreme Court 6-3 ruling stating that Trump had acted beyond the Congress’ tax-setting authority and had no constitutional authority to impose these import taxes.

Business

How Europeans are struggling to balance work and personal time

One in five EU workers say that they are contacted for work reasons beyond normal working hours many times a month, contributing significantly to always-on culture and adding considerable stress.

Business

British oil giant BP prepares to sell North Sea business

Amid higher windfall taxes and volatile global energy markets, BP's proposed sale could bring an end to around 60 years of North Sea production under the British energy giant’s ownership.

Economy

Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75% despite inflation risks

Although UK inflation fell in June, the Bank of England held interest rates steady as renewed conflict in the Middle East and volatile energy prices clouded the outlook.

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