How close are we to the sci-fi vision of autonomous humanoid robots? I visited 11 companies in five Chinese cities to find outBy Chang Che. Read by Vincent Lai Continue reading...
The NHS is integrating AI into its app to triage patients, directing them to appropriate services like GP appointments, pharmacies, or A&E. This initiative aims to reduce the "8am scramble" for appointments and is part of a £10bn government investment in health tech. While promising faster care, concerns remain about long-term strategy, evidence of productivity, patient privacy, and digital exclusion.
Distinguishing AI-generated text from human writing is increasingly difficult, with common 'tells' like clichés and the 'rule of three' appearing in both. Experts and AI detectors face challenges due to AI's training on human language and human stylistic influence from AI, leading to paranoia and unreliable detection tools.
Around 3,000 customers in Maghull, Merseyside, have been without internet and phone service for three days due to damaged underground network cables. An MP has criticized the provider's response, calling it 'disgraceful' and 'not good enough'.
An investigation by Which? found Tripadvisor's AI summaries downplayed serious guest complaints, including mass food poisoning and sexual harassment, by describing hotels as "spotless" and service as "friendly".
Console prices are rising due to AI-driven demand for semiconductors. PS5 and Xbox Series X/S have seen significant price hikes, with the PS6 potentially costing $1,000. Sales have dropped, and cloud gaming may offer an alternative.
Anthropic has restored access to its Fable AI model after a two-week halt due to US government concerns over potential cyber-attack abuse. Export controls were lifted following collaboration with the Commerce Department to enhance safeguards, with the government now working closely with AI companies on security protocols.
