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“This technology is our future threat,” warns Serhiy Beskrestnov as he examines a captured Russian drone. Unlike conventional weapons, it uses artificial intelligence to locate and strike targets independently. Beskrestnov, a consultant for Ukraine’s defence forces, has analysed countless drones since the invasion began. This model stands out. It neither sends nor receives signals, making it impossible to jam or detect. Both Ukrainian and Russian forces now deploy AI on the battlefield. They use it to track enemy positions, process intelligence, and clear mines faster than ever before. AI becomes a decisive battlefield advantage Artificial intelligence has become indispensable for…

Elon Musk has reached a settlement in a $128 million lawsuit filed by four former senior executives of Twitter, now rebranded as X. The case focused on severance payments the executives said Musk refused to pay after his 2022 takeover. Executives claim they were dismissed without reason The group, including former CEO Parag Agrawal, argued Musk fired them unfairly and denied the severance promised in their contracts. In a court filing, their lawyers wrote, “The parties have reached a settlement, and the settlement requires certain conditions to be met in the near term.” The financial terms were not disclosed. The…

Gold has surged past $4,000 (£2,985) an ounce, reaching an unprecedented high. Investors are rushing to the precious metal as political instability and economic uncertainty rock global markets. The rally marks gold’s strongest surge since the 1970s. Prices have climbed nearly a third since April, when US President Donald Trump’s tariffs disrupted international trade and rattled financial systems. US government shutdown heightens market fears The US government shutdown, now in its second week, is fueling investor anxiety worldwide. Analysts say delays in releasing key economic data have intensified uncertainty. Gold, long regarded as a safe haven, continues to gain from…

“Half of my life is on this app and now they expect us to pay for it.” That comment captures the frustration among Snapchat users after the company announced it will charge for storing old photos and videos. Many accuse the platform of monetizing nostalgia and betraying loyal users. Users face charges for memories In September, Snap, Snapchat’s parent company, revealed that users storing more than five gigabytes of Memories will have to pay. For many, these photos and videos capture years of milestones, friendships, and personal moments, making the change feel like a betrayal. Snap defended the decision, comparing…

The United States has dominated the global technology market for decades. Now China is determined to challenge that supremacy. The world’s second-largest economy is investing billions in artificial intelligence and robotics. Its main goal is to produce high-end chips that can compete with the world’s most advanced technology. Last month, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang warned that China was only “nanoseconds behind” the U.S. in chip development. Beijing is moving aggressively to close the gap and reduce dependence on imported technology. DeepSeek Highlights China’s AI Momentum In 2024, the Chinese startup DeepSeek shocked the tech world by launching a competitor to…

A global blueprint for nutrition and sustainability By 2050, everyone could access nutritious, culturally appropriate food while protecting the environment. The 2025 EAT-Lancet Commission on Healthy Diets From Sustainable Food Systems presents the “planetary health diet” as a solution. The report finds that combining this diet with sustainable farming and reduced food waste could feed 9.6 billion people fairly. Experts from over 35 countries contributed, showing that global food-related greenhouse gas emissions could fall by more than half if nations act together. Currently, roughly 30% of emissions come from producing, processing, and transporting food, while most of the rest comes…

Electric car sales in the UK reached record levels in September, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The data shows electric and hybrid vehicles now dominate new registrations, marking a major milestone in Britain’s move toward cleaner, low-emission transport. Electric and hybrid vehicles lead growth Fully electric car sales jumped nearly a third to 72,779 units last month. Plug-in hybrid models grew even faster, pushing combined electric and hybrid registrations to more than half of all new car sales. The SMMT said larger discounts, a broader model range, and the government’s grant scheme drove the surge.…

A human rights group claims TikTok recommends pornography and sexualised videos to children. Researchers created fake child accounts, enabled safety settings, and still received explicit search prompts. These included clips showing masturbation simulations and pornographic sex. TikTok says it acted immediately after being alerted and insists it remains committed to safe, age-appropriate experiences for young users. Fake child accounts reveal risky content In July and August, Global Witness researchers set up four TikTok profiles. They posed as 13-year-olds using false birth dates. The platform did not request additional verification. Investigators enabled TikTok’s “restricted mode”. The company markets this feature as…

Elon Musk has become the first individual in history to hold a net worth above $500bn. The milestone reflects rising values of Tesla and his other ventures this year. His fortune briefly reached $500.1bn on Wednesday afternoon in New York. It later slipped slightly to just over $499bn, according to Forbes’ billionaires index. Other Musk companies, including AI startup xAI and rocket firm SpaceX, have also seen strong valuation growth in recent months. Musk extends lead as world’s richest The milestone confirms Musk as the planet’s richest person. He remains far ahead of other global tech leaders. Oracle co-founder Larry…

The sunscreen scandal in Australia is intensifying. Authorities have already pulled 18 products from store shelves over safety concerns. Leading sunscreens fail protection tests In June, a consumer advocacy group revealed that several popular sunscreens failed to deliver the protection they claimed. Ultra Violette’s Lean Screen Skinscreen advertised SPF 50+ but tested at only SPF 4. The company recalled it voluntarily in August. The medicines regulator has since flagged 20 more sunscreens from other brands. All used the same base formula, which testing showed to be unreliable. SPF levels far below advertised claims Preliminary tests revealed the formula rarely exceeded…