When asked for suicide hotline numbers, most major AI chatbots provided incorrect, geographically inappropriate resources or refused to help. Only ChatGPT and Gemini got it right on the first try, while apps like Replika completely ignored the plea. Experts warn these failures introduce dangerous fr
For decades, the search for Parkinson’s causes was dominated by genetics. But a toxic chemical spill at Camp Lejeune and a forgotten 1980s discovery are forcing a major rethink. The story is about science, funding, and what we choose to investigate.
Meesho’s public market debut was a smash hit, with shares soaring 46% from the issue price. The Indian e-commerce platform, built for small merchants and value-focused shoppers, is now valued at nearly $8.7 billion.
Samsung is already working on the software for its 2025 foldables, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7. A leaked build of One UI 8.5 for the Fold 7 reveals early testing is underway.
AMD’s next-generation laptop processors, the Ryzen AI 400 series, have been spotted in an unreleased chipset driver. This confirms the “Gorgon Point” family as a refresh of the current Ryzen AI 300 lineup.
Samsung appears ready to embrace the Qi2 magnetic charging standard with its 2026 flagship phones. A leak reveals a full suite of planned magnetic cases and accessories for the Galaxy S26 lineup.
Palantir has started a new contract with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to build a platform for vetting “wedding-based schemes.” The deal, though small, signals a deeper integration of the controversial data company into immigration enforcement. It comes amid a declared “all-out w
In a surprising pivot, Boom Supersonic is adapting its Symphony supersonic jet engine into a power turbine for AI datacenters. The company has already secured a deal for 1.21 gigawatts of capacity and $300 million in funding, aiming to self-fund its supersonic airliner project.
The new Agentic AI Foundation aims to create standards for autonomous AI agents. This comes as analysts warn that current agent tech, like AI browsers, poses serious security vulnerabilities.
Australia has enacted one of the world’s toughest social media bans, prohibiting users under 16 from platforms like Instagram and TikTok. The law, enforced from December 10, 2024, aims to shield kids from online harms. But making it work is an entirely different challenge.
