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Google's Gemini Leaks Its Own System Prompt in User Chat
A user discovered that Google's Gemini AI revealed its internal system prompt during a conversation, raising questions about AI transparency and safety.

The Case Against AI Skepticism Is Weaker Than You Think
A growing backlash against AI is not just noise. It reflects real concerns about control, labor and culture that the tech industry ignores at its peril.

AI-Driven Cyber Discovery Pushes UK Banks Toward Systemic Risk
UK banks face new systemic cyber risks as AI accelerates vulnerability discovery, threatening financial stability.

Google Pushes AI Agents Despite Consumer Trust Hurdles
Google is building an AI agent ecosystem. But consumers may not be ready to hand over control of their digital lives.

Waymo Halts Robotaxi Service in Two Cities After Flooding Incidents
Waymo paused autonomous taxi operations in Atlanta and San Antonio after its vehicles repeatedly drove into flooded streets, raising safety concerns.

Google’s Gemini Voice Push Redefines How We Talk to AI
Google is leaning into voice interaction with Gemini, encouraging users to speak naturally. The shift capitalizes on voice dictation’s popularity and aims to make AI conversations feel human.

European police shut down VPN used by cybercriminals
Europol and Eurojust led a multinational operation to take down 'First VPN,' a service accused of helping ransomware and fraud attackers evade detection.

Google Redesigns Search Around AI With Dynamic Interface and Agentic Tools
Google is overhauling Search with AI-powered features including a dynamic search box and autonomous agents that complete tasks. The changes signal a fundamental shift in how users interact with the world's dominant search engine.

Philips Dual-Sided Monitor Aims to End the Screen-Sharing Shuffle
Philips launches a business monitor with screens on both sides for front desk staff, doctors and salespeople. The 24B2D5300 costs £359.99 in Europe.

AI Pricing Models Face a Hard Reset
The era of cheap AI access is ending. Providers are shifting from subsidized pricing to sustainable models, forcing developers and businesses to adapt.

Google's AI Agents Signal End of Traditional Search as We Know It
Google is redefining search by letting AI agents proactively find information without user prompting. This shift could fundamentally change how we interact with the internet.

Google Search's AI Overhaul Raises Alarms About Internet Quality
Google's shift to AI-powered search threatens web traffic and content quality.

Meta Launches Forum App to Merge Facebook Groups With AI Chatbot
Meta's new Forum app combines Facebook Groups with an AI assistant to help users find advice and discussions in a dedicated space, challenging Reddit and Google's AI Overview.

German 'Accidental' Spin-Off Builds Microscopic Filters for 6G and Space
A German research spin-off developed microscopic terahertz filters for 6G, satellite communications, and quantum computing. The company, Lepto, emerged unexpectedly from academic work.

Google Tests Reduced Free Storage for New Accounts Without Phone Number
Google is testing a policy in select regions that limits new accounts to 5GB free storage unless users link a phone number. The move aims to curb abuse but raises privacy questions.

Anthropic's New 'Dreaming' System Lets AI Agents Learn From Their Own Mistakes
Anthropic unveils 'dreaming,' a self-improvement system for AI agents, plus new tools for outcomes and multi-agent orchestration. Early adopters report dramatic gains in task completion.

Immigration Agency Signs $25 Million Deal for Iris Biometrics
ICE awards $25 million iris scanning contract to Bi2 Technologies, expanding biometric surveillance and sparking privacy concerns.

AI Bots Fool Nearly Half of Participants in New Online Test
Surfshark's experiment reveals 47% of people can't tell AI bots from humans online. The test challenges users to identify bots in simulated social interactions.

Military Smart Glasses Let Soldiers Order Drone Strikes With Eye Tracking
Anduril and Meta are developing AR headsets that use eye-tracking and AI to order drone strikes. The systems face technical and attention hurdles before a potential 2028 production.

The Smart Home Promise Fades as Consumers Hit a Wall
Smart home adoption stalls due to fragmentation, high costs and privacy fears. The industry must fix interoperability to regain consumer trust.