Will Smith has been accused of sharing a video from his current summer tour that heavily uses artificial intelligence (AI) to create footage of his adoring fans. The 10-minute clip, titled “My favourite part of tour is seeing you all up close,” was shared on his official YouTube channel ahead of the UK leg of … Read more
Google has announced plans to verify the identity of all developers who distribute apps on Android, starting from September 2026. The new requirement aims to prevent malicious actors from impersonating developers and spreading malware through third-party app marketplaces. Under the new rule, all apps installed on certified Android devices in select countries will need to … Read more
Astronomers using the Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope have captured the highest-resolution images of a solar flare ever recorded, providing unprecedented insights into the sun’s magnetic field and its impact on space weather. During an X1.3-class flare on August 8, 2024, scientists observed dark coronal loop strands with remarkable clarity, revealing details not visible in … Read more
Nigel Farage, leader of Britain’s hard-right Reform UK party, has outlined plans to mass-deport migrants if his party wins power. The proposed policies include leaving the European Convention on Human Rights and immediately detaining and deporting anyone who arrives in the country illegally, including children. Farage cited a rise in migrants crossing the English Channel … Read more
Google is implementing new security measures by requiring Android developers distributing apps outside the Play Store to verify their identities. Starting in September next year, certified Android devices will need to install apps from verified developers in Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore, and Thailand. The requirement will roll out globally in 2027. To comply, developers will need … Read more
Apple has released its latest iPhone and iPad updates, with the new iOS 26 operating system bringing several notable features to both devices. Among these features is Liquid Glass, Apple’s new translucent material that gives a modern aesthetic to various apps, including Phone, Maps, and more. In addition to this design overhaul, iOS 26 will … Read more
Zhu Mingming, founder and CEO of Chinese tech firm Rokid, has emphasized the importance of embracing high-tech advancements in an interview with China Global Television Network (CGTN). Rokid is at the forefront of China’s smart glasses market, which is experiencing significant growth driven by artificial intelligence. The company’s AR glasses have been hailed as a … Read more
Alphabet’s recent energy consumption study published on August 21 has cast doubt on the notion that rising AI costs will destroy margins. According to Google researchers, a median Gemini text prompt consumes only 0.24 watt-hours of energy, significantly lower than previous estimates. This finding is significant for Alphabet as it reinforces its cost advantage in … Read more
The latest installment in the Alien franchise, Alien: Earth, takes a bold step back into the past with its retro-futuristic aesthetic. The show’s creator and showrunner, Noah Hawley, has chosen to stick with the original Alien design from 1979, even as modern audiences expect more sleek, high-tech visuals. The influence of the 1970s is evident … Read more
For the first time in over two decades, an Alabama resident has contracted measles, according to the state’s Department of Public Health. The case involves a child under five who traveled outside the country and became infected with the virus. The child did not attend daycare or school, reducing exposure to others, but all those … Read more