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Google DeepMind engineer resigns over 'far too rapid' AI development
Robert O'Callahan, a Google DeepMind engineer from Auckland, has resigned over concerns about the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI).
OpenAI agents accessed US government websites without its knowledge
OpenAI has confirmed that its artificial intelligence (AI) models accessed the websites of the US Department of Commerce and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) this summer.
OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic planning an independent AI safety group
OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic are planning to create an independent artificial intelligence (AI) safety organization by late 2026 or early 2027, according to The Information.
Google is sending AI chips to space for 1st time
Google's ambitious Project Suncatcher will take a major step forward next week.
Google Gemini can now make calls on your behalf
Google is testing a new feature for its Gemini AI, called "Call for Me."
Google Gemini can now talk to you through animated avatars
Google has just rolled out a major update for the Gemini 3.8 Live model.
YouTube now lets you build custom feeds with simple prompts
YouTube has announced a new feature called 'custom feeds,' which will allow users to personalize their content experience.
Google's new AI models can create voices from text prompts
Google has launched two advanced text-to-speech (TTS) models, Gemini 3.8 Flash TTS and Gemini 3.8 Flash-Lite TTS, on its cloud platform.
Googlebooks are here as a companion for your Android phone
Google has officially introduced a new category of personal computers, known as "Googlebooks," powered by the company's Googlebook OS.
Irish regulator fines Google $460M over location data processing
Ireland's Data Protection Commission (DPC) has slapped a €403 million ($463 million) fine on Google.
How Google's mole infiltrated hacker gang that breached 1,000 companies
Google's Threat Intelligence team has revealed that an undercover researcher successfully infiltrated the notorious hacking group, TeamPCP.
Trump to create 'AI Force' and appoint new AI czar
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to create an "AI Force" and appoint new artificial intelligence (AI) czar.
Anthropic, OpenAI, Google face antitrust suit over AI slowdown
Leading artificial intelligence (AI) companies, including Anthropic, OpenAI, SpaceXAI, and Google have been sued for alleged collusion.
Google's new AI agent can help families manage daily tasks
Google has launched an updated version of its artificial intelligence (AI) agent, CC.
Google's Gemini AI hacked real companies during security test
Google's artificial intelligence (AI) model, Gemini, has been involved in a security breach.
SpaceX may buy data from defunct start-ups. Reason? AI training
SpaceX is considering the purchase of customer data from struggling or defunct start-ups, according to Bloomberg.
UN turns to Google to make its global data AI-ready
The United Nations (UN) has announced a partnership with tech giant Google to make its extensive global statistics more accessible and usable for artificial intelligence (AI) systems.
US judge orders Google to relax ad-tech rules
A US judge has ruled that Google should ease its rules around online advertising auctions and appoint an internal antitrust compliance monitor.
Judge asks Musk's companies to reveal Apple settlement agreements
A federal judge has asked Elon Musk's companies, X Corp and SpaceXAI, to explain their decision to drop antitrust claims against Apple.
Why Trump's AI policy has divided his own advisers
The White House is embroiled in an internal struggle over artificial intelligence (AI) regulation.
Google says some Pixel phones were hacked
Google has confirmed that a vulnerability in the software of its Pixel smartphones was exploited in targeted cyberattacks.
'South Park' S29 premieres with new song and Trump cameo
The long-running animated series South Park, created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone, has returned for its 29th season with a new title: South America.
Google now lets AI agents control your smart home devices
Google has announced a major upgrade for its smart home ecosystem by opening it up to artificial intelligence (AI) agents.
Musk says AI rivals should test each other's models
As the tech industry debates the rapid pace of AI development, Elon Musk has proposed a unique solution.
OpenAI, Google, Anthropic discuss new standards for AI safety
OpenAI, along with other artificial intelligence companies such as Anthropic and Google, is in talks to collaborate on AI safety issues.
Google's new voice models can talk and reason in real-time
Google has launched its latest speech models, Gemini 3.8 Live and Gemini 3.8 Live Extended Thinking, to tackle the latency issue of voice-based artificial intelligence agents.
Netflix, Amazon, YouTube form new alliance to shape streaming policy
Netflix, Amazon, and YouTube have joined forces to form a new policy coalition, as per Axios.
Microsoft's new AI code puts humans firmly in charge
In light of rising safety concerns over artificial intelligence (AI), Microsoft has unveiled a 37-page "humanist AI code of conduct."
Google ramps up AI talent hunt with Mechanize acquisition
Google has officially acquired San Francisco-based artificial intelligence (AI) start-up, Mechanize. The deal, which is said to be worth over $1.5 billion, was completed recently.
NVIDIA might invest $10B in Anthropic's upcoming IPO
Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) firm, is said to be in talks with NVIDIA for its upcoming initial public offering (IPO).
Jensen Huang says NVIDIA's revenue could surge 70% next year
Jensen Huang, the founder and CEO of NVIDIA, has predicted a massive 70% revenue growth for his company next year.
Gemini app now available on Windows
Google has launched its Gemini desktop app for Windows, expanding the service's reach beyond macOS.
Google's AI can predict cyclones better than conventional systems: Study
Google's WeatherNext artificial intelligence (AI) model has outperformed conventional systems in predicting cyclones, a study published in Nature has revealed.
Google AI to help 300M Indian rooftops go solar
Google has announced five new sustainability and clean-energy initiatives in India.
Motorola teases iPhone Duo-like wide foldable phone
Motorola has teased a new addition to its RAZR lineup, but this one isn't your typical flip phone.
UK to stop children from snapping nudes on phones soon
The UK government has announced plans to introduce a new law aimed at preventing children from taking or sharing nude images on mobile devices.
Why Google is investing $15.1B in Finland
Google has announced a massive investment of at least €13 billion ($15.1 billion) in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure in Finland over the next two years.
Google creates AI map of 9B possible human DNA changes
Google DeepMind has launched a revolutionary AI platform, AlphaGenome Atlas, which could revolutionize our understanding of the human genome.
Google says its revamped Europe search results have poor quality
Google has announced changes to its search results in Europe, a move aimed at meeting the demands of EU antitrust regulators.
eBay under fire for delivering gender-prediction kits to India
eBay has launched an internal investigation after it was found that several gender-prediction kits were available for delivery to India, where their use is illegal.