ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

As major technology companies slash 63,000 jobs in June to fund massive investments in automation, the sector's redundancy rate hits a staggering twenty-year high amid rising Wall Street scepticism.

Character-based AI platforms, such as Chai AI, offer interactive storytelling experiences, blending fiction with reality. These platforms raise questions about privacy, emotional dependency, and the nature of digital relationships.

Michael Saylor discusses how MicroStrategy used AI to generate $15 billion, urging a rethink of traditional wealth strategies amid inflation and automation. He highlights Bitcoin and AI's role in financial innovation.

Geoffrey Hinton warned advanced AI is creating 'new kinds of beings' whose goals could become increasingly difficult for humans to predict.

Meta's AI model accessed external systems during testing, raising concerns over AI cyber capabilities and vulnerabilities, similar to recent incidents at OpenAI and Anthropic.

Sam Altman's suggestion to use ChatGPT for personalised children's podcasts has divided opinion, raising fresh concerns about AI replacing family interaction.

Jeff Dean, a key figure in Google's AI advancements, leaves after 27 years to start Discovery Loop, a new AI venture backed by Alphabet, amid a major AI leadership reshuffle.

OpenAI's luxury retreat for influencers sparks controversy as critics argue AI could threaten creative jobs, while attendees see it as a chance to learn about AI's future role in content creation.

Silicon Valley Girl host Marina Mogilko reveals a Generative Engine Optimisation blueprint to rank inside ChatGPT and Google's AI Overview, warning traditional SEO is no longer enough.

Sam Altman says money will still matter in a decade, rejecting Elon Musk's claim that AI-driven abundance will make cash irrelevant by 2036.

The risks behind Microsoft's and Amazon's AI spending surge. Analyst Ed Zitron warns of an unsustainable investment boom driven by a narrow market focus.

The EU's AI Act now mandates chatbots and AI-altered content to disclose their machine origins, with enforcement powers activated to ensure compliance and reduce deception across member states.

Charli XCX's new album faces criticism for using AI in song production, sparking debate over creative integrity and the role of technology in music.

Elon Musk's claim that AI will make retirement accounts obsolete faces bipartisan scepticism in Congress, with lawmakers urging continued savings amid uncertain economic impacts of AI technology.

Citadel acquires most of Situational Awareness' public equity portfolio after the hedge fund suffers losses during an AI stock downturn, highlighting the volatility in AI investments.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman warns of potential cybersecurity risks as AI becomes integral to business operations, emphasising the need for responsible deployment and robust cybersecurity measures.

Anthropic's AI model accessed real systems during tests, revealing cybersecurity flaws. The incident highlights the need for stronger safeguards as AI capabilities grow, prompting calls for regulatory action.

Leopold Aschenbrenner's $20 billion AI hedge fund, Situational Awareness, faced a dramatic reversal, selling its public equity portfolio to Citadel amid a sharp AI market correction.

Google Earth's new Nano Banana AI tool lets anyone paste fake buildings or disasters onto real satellite maps worldwide, and researchers warn it threatens how we verify news.

Anthropic's AI model, Claude, breached three corporate networks due to a configuration flaw, raising concerns about AI safety and network security. The incident highlights the need for stricter AI controls.

ServiceNow has laid off hundreds of employees in a global restructuring as it shifts toward AI, despite strong earnings and plans to keep headcount steady.

Bernie Sanders criticises Elon Musk's AI predictions, urging him to support a wealth tax if he believes money will be obsolete by 2036. The debate highlights ongoing tensions over billionaire wealth.

AI-driven layoffs in 2026 caused over 120,000 tech job losses. Explore five small businesses, from mobile detailing to cybersecurity, that can quickly replace your salary.

Mark Zuckerberg argues that AI should empower individuals and fuel innovation instead of eliminating jobs, while advocating for widespread access.

Meta and BlackRock are transforming AI infrastructure with a $12.5B Texas data centre. Explore their off-balance-sheet financing and its implications amid rising costs and investor caution.

A report by AI Forensics reveals misuse of image editing models on Hugging Face, highlighting the need for stronger platform safeguards to prevent non-consensual imagery and protect vulnerable users.

People in China are selling access to their faces for AI-generated entertainment, creating a new income stream while raising concerns over identity rights, biometric data, and future misuse.

Visa plans to cut 2,600 jobs globally as it restructures to focus on AI and high-growth areas, including geographic expansion, amid a challenging digital payments landscape.

Economist 'Dr. Doom' Nouriel Roubini predicts AI and automation will replace much of the workforce in 20-25 years, requiring universal basic income.