Australia is becoming a data centre capital – but at what cost?
The hum is a constant, a low thrum that residents in Sydney’s desirable lower north shore suburb of Lane Cove have come to associate with the nearby data centre, situated…
Watch: BBC travels in self-driving Uber around London.
London’s bustling streets, a perennial testament to human ingenuity and organized chaos, now bear witness to a new chapter in urban mobility as Uber officially launches the United Kingdom’s inaugural…
What it’s like to ride in Uber’s new self-driving taxis in London
Londoners can now hail the UK’s first robotaxis, as Uber has become the first company to launch a self-driving minicab service in the capital. Initially, the fleet comprises just 15…
Autonomous aircraft: Pilot-free crop dusters lead the way
Over an alfalfa field in California’s San Joaquin Valley, a small crop-spraying plane is flying scarily low to the ground. There’s little risk to humans, though, as the plane is…
Uber announces 3,000 job cuts as part of major restructure
In a significant and wide-ranging overhaul, Uber, the global ride-hailing and delivery giant, has announced a substantial reduction of its workforce, cutting over 3,000 jobs worldwide. This drastic measure is…
Criminals publish data of 8.7m people after Manchester Airports Group hack
Kevin Beaumont, a seasoned cybersecurity expert with a keen understanding of emerging threats, has issued a stark warning to all those affected by this egregious breach. He emphasizes that individuals…
Which? says fake 10 Downing Street listing exposes ‘unfit’ Booking.com checks
Consumer advocacy group Which? has sounded a stark warning about the security vulnerabilities of online travel giant Booking.com, revealing that its researchers were able to successfully create and maintain a…
Tech Life – What if AI doesn’t speak your language? – BBC Sounds
The digital age, powered by artificial intelligence, is rapidly reshaping our world, promising unprecedented advancements and conveniences. Yet, this revolution is not universally accessible. A significant hurdle to equitable AI…
Amazon rigged billions in ad pricing, lawsuit from states and US watchdog alleges
According to the lawsuit, formally lodged on Monday, this alleged scheme has cumulatively enriched Amazon by an estimated $20 billion from its advertising customers since 2019. The complaint, filed in…
AI could cause global economic downturn, Andrew Bailey warns G20
The governor of the Bank of England has issued a stark warning to G20 finance ministers, cautioning that the rapid ascent of artificial intelligence (AI) could precipitate a global economic…
















