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'Unprecedented': OpenAI models autonomously hacked another AI company

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Fabricated AI wildlife videos are fooling the public, researchers warn

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Anthropic to pay €1.3bn in biggest copyright settlement on record

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Better than US rivals? Chinese AI model stops signups amid huge demand

Moonshot AI paused new subscriptions to its Kimi K3 model just days after launch, as surging demand strained its computing capacity amid heightened competition between Chinese and US AI developers.

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China's Xpeng debuts flying car in Germany

Chinese EV maker Xpeng has unveiled a modular flying car and a humanoid robot in Munich, saying both could enter mass production before the end of 2026.

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Your phone is destroying your thumbs — and here's how to stop it

The way we use smartphones is wreaking havoc on our hands, and can cause texting thumb, carpal tunnel and arthritis. Doctors say a few simple changes could make a difference.

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Xi urges united global AI push as US bans squeeze China's tech access

As US restrictions continue to limit China's access to advanced technology, Xi Jinping used a major summit to rally developing nations around Beijing's vision for AI.

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Jealousy, weddings, breakups: When people fall in love with AI

The study, led by the CSIC and the Polytechnic University of Valencia (UPV), finds that some users form emotional bonds with AI similar to those found in romantic relationships.

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AI more critical of Western leaders than autocrats, study finds

A Meta Oversight Board study found that leading AI chatbots are far more willing to criticise democratic leaders than authoritarian ones — raising fears the technology is quietly extending state censorship across borders.

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No queues, no staff: Europe's first fully autonomous parapharmacy opens in Lisbon

A combined system of cameras, sensors and artificial intelligence keeps this parapharmacy running, with staff entering only to restock empty shelves.

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When will humanoid robots go to war? As early as 2027, CEO says

AI-powered humanoid robots may become weapons by 2027, robotics firm Foundation Future Industries says.

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UK plans voluntary overnight social media curfew for teens

The ban will apply to platforms including Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and X, but not messaging services such as WhatsApp and Signal.

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The EU wants smarter, tech-forward lawmaking. Experts say it's not enough

Brussels wants simpler rules and smarter tools. But with vague timelines, broad urgency loopholes and understaffed capitals, the overhaul may not deliver.

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How Microsoft believes AI sovereignty can bridge the global divide

Microsoft's chief AI responsibility officer, Natasha Crampton, tells Euronews about data centres, bridging the digital divide and her definition of AI sovereignty.

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Google faces probe for giving Swiss users fewer options than in the EU

Swiss Android users no longer get to choose their default search engine when setting up a new phone. Their EU neighbours still do.

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Can AI deliver humanitarian aid faster and safer?

Artificial intelligence (AI) is often discussed for its potential threats to humanity. But humanitarian organisations are using it to predict hunger, map destruction and deliver aid without sending people into danger.

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What to know about Apple's trade secrets lawsuit against OpenAI

A spokesperson for OpenAI said in a statement: "We have no interest in other companies' trade secrets."

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Instagram and Facebook fuel 'addictive' behaviour, Commission finds

The European Commission has taken aim at infinite scroll and autoplay on Instagram and Facebook, finding that Meta failed to adequately mitigate the risks its platforms pose to users' mental health, including children.

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Why Chat Control 1.0 is the EU's most Orwellian law yet

A loophole in parliamentary procedure allowed MEPs to extend mass scanning of private communications until 2026 — without a direct vote on the substance of the law.

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News outlets seek sanctions against OpenAI in copyright battle

OpenAI has been "hiding and destroying evidence" of how it trained ChatGPT on copyrighted news content, US media organisations allege as legal costs in the landmark copyright battle top $28 million.

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Inside the UN AI summit that attracted more visitors than ever

Launched in 2017, this year’s AI for Good summit has set a new visitor record.

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Meta plans biggest AI data centre outside US with $9.1bn Canada push

Meta will pour more than $9.1bn (€8.4bn) into a new artificial intelligence data centre in Alberta, Canada — its largest outside the United States — powered by a dedicated natural gas plant.

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Ireland's 21st-century approach to an online EU public consultation

Ireland opened up its EU Presidency priorities to an online public consultation — and the results offer a blueprint for more transparent, inclusive governance across Europe.

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French watchdog warns Meta over 'serious harm' to publishers

France’s competition authority warns Meta’s approach to copyright talks with news outlets could “seriously harm” the press

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AI's biggest World Cup star? It's a fake Erling Haaland

Norwegian striker Erling Haaland is having the World Cup of his life — on the pitch and online. Here's why a lot of what you've seen of him is not real.

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OpenAI, Meta and xAI unleash flurry of new AI models this week

It’s a week of major AI releases from some of the world’s biggest tech companies. Here’s what to expect.

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Swedish-made surveillance planes to replace NATO’s ageing US fleet

As NATO members discuss future defence capabilities in Ankara, Swedish defence company Saab announced its GlobalEye aircraft will become the alliance’s new “eyes in the sky”.

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Parkout, the app connecting drivers to parking spaces in Athens

It operates in Athens districts without controlled parking, outside the historic centre, and lets drivers signal a freed space so a nearby motorist can claim it.

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Is Google using your searches to train its AI? Here's how to opt out

The changes reflect a broader industry shift. Rather than relying solely on data scraped from the web, companies are increasingly mining people's everyday interactions with digital services.

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Profit over safety: Global coalition says AI companies fail children

More than 100 international groups say AI companies, not parents, should be responsible for child safety.

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Amazon set to launch Leo, its rival to Starlink, later this year

Amazon has deployed enough satellites to begin offering its Leo internet service this year, marking its most significant step yet in the race to take on SpaceX's Starlink.

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What is GLM 5.2? The new Chinese AI model that’s rivalling Anthropic

China's GLM-5.2 rivals Claude and GPT-5.5 and was released a day after the US export ban on Anthropic models.

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Data protection rules slow LLM rollout in Europe, study says

A new GovAI study reveals that EU data protection rules are stalling AI adoption, leaving 11% of advanced LLM releases delayed or blocked in Europe compared to the US.

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OpenAI offers the US government a 5% ownership stake

Sam Altman reportedly wants to hand the US government a stake in OpenAI worth tens of billions, and he wants Silicon Valley's other giants to do the same.

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Window to control AI is narrowing as UN warns of growing inequality

UN warns AI could widen the gap between rich and poor countries in a new report.

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How NASA, Microsoft and the EU use AI to aid Venezuela

Artificial intelligence is now a key ally for emergency crews. Space agencies, tech firms and international bodies use satellite images and AI to map the areas hardest hit by the quake.

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20 million children use AI and adopt it faster than adults, UNICEF says

New UNICEF analysis finds children are adopting AI faster than adults, with millions turning to it for homework help and, in some cases, personal advice — as safeguards for young users lag badly behind.

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'Bruising' film on OpenAI picked up by indie studio after Amazon snub

Neon has bought Luca Guadagnino's unflinching drama about Sam Altman, weeks after Amazon walked away from the nearly finished film following its $50 billion tie-up with OpenAI.

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WhatsApp's switch from phone numbers to usernames - explained

WhatsApp says the new feature will be released over the coming months and that it will notify users when it is available in their country.

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Finland's last analogue landline phones go silent after 150 years

Finland's last landline call has been made as the Nordic country becomes the latest to retire copper-wire phones in favour of fibre.

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UK watchdog moves to break Apple and Google's grip on app payments

Buy an app subscription today and there is a good chance Apple or Google is taking a cut. The CMA wants developers to be free to point customers elsewhere to pay and is asking the tech giants to justify any fees they charge for the privilege.

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Portuguese graphene that hides jets and drones may transform defence

Portugal may be taking a decisive step in the global race for stealth, with a graphene-based radar-absorbing material that could render drones and warplanes almost undetectable.

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The Strawberry Moon rises tonight — and no, it isn't strawberry-coloured

The Strawberry Moon rises over Europe this evening, bringing with it centuries of tradition and absolutely no strawberry colouring whatsoever.

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Fines doubled as teens outsmart Australia's world-first social media ban

Australia moves to double fines for social media platforms after seven in 10 children remained active on Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and TikTok three months after the world-first ban on under-16s took effect — with Big Tech accused of "taking the Mickey."

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Do not put your phone in the fridge: 5 ways to keep your tech cool

Here are 5 ways to prevent your laptops and smartphones from getting damaged this summer.

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Scientists find two Jupiter-sized planets 'lighter than cotton candy'

The two planets orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away are the biggest exoplanets ever found with a density lower than cotton candy, and may be mostly made of hydrogen and helium.

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Station F turns nine with one eye on France's looming election

The biggest threat to France's startup scene isn't the market or AI. It's the ballot box, according to data from startup incubator Station F.

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'Unprecedented': OpenAI models autonomously hacked another AI company

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Could 'banned topics' be the secret to stopping AI hackers?