A recent survey conducted by the Reuters Institute and Oxford University reveals that most people do not regularly use artificial intelligence (AI) tools, such as ChatGPT, despite the significant hype surrounding them. Survey Insights The study surveyed 12,000 individuals across six countries, including the UK. Results showed that only 2% of British respondents use AI…
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China's electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD has swiftly ascended to become one of the world's largest EV manufacturers, driven by its low production costs and innovative technologies. However, recent geopolitical developments have thrown new challenges into its path. The United States has imposed a steep 100% tariff on Chinese EV imports to protect its burgeoning…
The highly anticipated release of the sixth edition of the Grand Theft Auto franchise is set for autumn 2025, according to an announcement from its publisher, Take-Two Interactive. The developer Rockstar Games parent company shared this news during its latest earnings call. The level of anticipation for GTA 6 is nothing short of staggering. The game's…
The European Union is conducting a rigorous investigation into Facebook and Instagram, aiming to ascertain if these platforms are excessively addictive, leading to detrimental effects on the physical and mental health of children. The inquiry will also delve into whether these social media giants have implemented robust measures to verify users' ages and how they…
Neuralink, Elon Musk's brain-computer interface startup, has encountered a significant challenge in its pioneering journey to integrate advanced technology with the human brain. The company's first human test subject, Noland Arbaugh—a quadriplegic since 2016—experienced complications when some of the chip's connective threads retracted from his brain shortly after implantation in January. This incident occurred during…
Instagram is revamping its recommendation algorithms, a move that industry observers see as an effort to capitalize on the ongoing troubles of its competitor, TikTok. The platform is altering how it suggests content, particularly for Reels—its short-form video feature—to prioritize original content and level the playing field for all creators. This strategy mirrors TikTok's approach,…
One of the most beloved mobile games globally, Clash of Clans, has introduced an exciting new character—Manchester City's football sensation, Erling Haaland. Game developer Supercell announced that starting Wednesday, players will have the unique opportunity to either team up with or challenge the animated version of Haaland, now transformed into the game's iconic Barbarian King.…
The University of Maine has introduced a new giant 3D printer capable of constructing objects as large as a house, setting a new record for the world's largest polymer 3D printer. This printer, known as the Factory of the Future 1.0 (FoF 1.0), boasts a printing capacity four times larger than its predecessor, producing items…
As online shopping continues to grow, the demand for efficient order fulfilment has led companies like Ocado to revolutionize their warehouses with cutting-edge technology, blending software, artificial intelligence, and robotics to meet customer demands swiftly. At Ocado's facility near Luton, an impressive array of hundreds of robots speeds across a grid, managing online grocery orders…
The European Commission is on the verge of halting TikTok's "Task and Rewards" feature on the TikTok Lite app due to concerns over its potentially harmful effects on users, particularly children. This decision may come into effect as early as Thursday, as announced by Commissioner Thierry Breton, who described the feature as "toxic and addictive."…