AI lobbyists are fighting regulation because they know voters of both parties do not trust the sector to police itself California governor Gavin Newsom recently killed SB1047, a first-of-its-kind artificial intelligence safety bill, arguing that its focus on only the largest AI models leaves out smaller ones that can also be risky. Instead, he says, …
Known for her wild ‘Imogenation’, Heap has always reworked pop with tech, but her new data-mining project is her boldest yet. She explains why ‘you can’t stop progress’ It’s a very Imogen Heap way to say hello: “I’ve got to show you this thing – it’s going to change your life!” She beams at me, …
Musk’s America PAC, which is focused on turning out voters in closely battleground states, spent around $72m in three months Elon Musk gave around $75m to his pro-Donald Trump spending group in the span of three months, federal disclosures show, underscoring how the billionaire has become crucial to the Republican candidate’s efforts to win the …
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Nima Momeni had no motive to stab Bob Lee to death, opening day of trial in San Francisco hears The tech consultant charged in Cash App founder Bob Lee’s stabbing death had no motive to kill him and in fact was forced to defend himself against Lee, who had become aggressive while on a multi-day …
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Plus: art on Samsung TVs, babies’ faces online, and the iPhone 16 Pro reviewed • Don’t get TechScape delivered to your inbox? Sign up here Hello, and welcome to TechScape. I’m Blake Montgomery, technology news editor at the Guardian US. Thank you for joining me. Continue reading… Plus: art on Samsung TVs, babies’ faces online, …
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Sleek, celeb-favoured gadget tracks sleep, activity and heart health without a smartwatch, but comes at high cost Oura’s stylish smart ring worn by celebrities and athletes alike has slimmed down for its fourth iteration, making it easier to put on, more comfortable to wear and last longer between charges. The Ring 4 swaps the clear …
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Campaigners say watchdog must ensure Online Safety Act is rigorous enough, after allegations about gaming platform Child safety campaigners have urged the UK communications watchdog to make a “step-change” in its implementation of new online laws after a video game firm was accused of making its platform an “X-rated paedophile hellscape”. Roblox, a gaming platform …
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Exclusive: Josh Simons, close ally of Starmer, suggests Musk manipulates platform’s algorithm to boost his own interests Westminster needs to wean itself off X, a close ally of Keir Starmer has said, as he suggested that Elon Musk was deliberately manipulating its algorithm to boost his own political and personal interests. Josh Simons, the MP …
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Tech company orders six or seven small nuclear reactors from California’s Kairos Power Business live – latest updates Google has signed a “world first” deal to buy energy from a fleet of mini nuclear reactors to generate the power needed for the rise in use of artificial intelligence. The US tech corporation has ordered six …
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80% of elderly people have landlines, compared with just 50% of 18- to 29-year-olds. Will the joy of a great conversation lead to a revival? Name: Landlines. Age: 148 years old. Continue reading… 80% of elderly people have landlines, compared with just 50% of 18- to 29-year-olds. Will the joy of a great conversation lead …
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