Microsoft is facing a substantial antitrust fine following allegations from the European Commission that it illegally bundled its chat and video app Teams with its Office 365 suite, including products like Word. These accusations, which Microsoft can contest, mark the most severe charges against the company since 2013, when it was fined €561 million (£474 […]
Apple has announced a delay in the launch of three new artificial intelligence (AI) features in Europe due to regulatory challenges posed by the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA). The features, which will be available in the US this autumn, are now scheduled to launch in Europe in 2025. The affected features include Phone […]
Elon Musk has unexpectedly requested the dismissal of his lawsuit against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman, which alleged that the AI company had abandoned its original mission to develop artificial intelligence for the benefit of humanity. The filing, submitted by Musk’s legal team, did not provide any reasons for the withdrawal. The move came […]
Shopping habits are changing; consumers are increasingly opting to buy or rent used items rather than purchasing brand new. Digital marketplaces are making this easier and easier, with 80% of refurbished goods now purchased online. The trend is only set to grow, with 44% of people stating they’re buying more second-hand items and Barclaycard Payments […]
iPhone users are gearing up for a significant update to Apple’s Siri digital assistant, which will soon enable sending and deleting emails using voice commands. This update is part of a broader rollout of new artificial intelligence (AI) features for Apple’s iOS smartphone operating system, as the company aims to compete with Google’s advanced AI […]
Taking remote working to a novel dimension, Ikea is offering £13 an hour for ten employees to assist in its new virtual store on Roblox. These virtual roles will involve tasks such as guiding customers and serving digital meatballs, blending the realms of gaming and employment. Set to launch soon, Ikea’s digital shop on Roblox […]
Ticketmaster’s parent company, Live Nation, has confirmed “unauthorised activity” on its database following claims by the hacking group ShinyHunters that they have stolen the personal details of 560 million customers. The compromised data reportedly includes names, addresses, phone numbers, and partial credit card details of Ticketmaster users worldwide. ShinyHunters, the group behind the breach, is […]
A London-based financial technology firm, Curve, has announced plans to introduce the first alternative to Apple Wallet, setting the stage for increased competition in the digital payments arena. Curve’s innovative system will enable users to make “tap and go” payments on their phones by downloading the Curve app and setting it as their default payment […]
News Corporation has unveiled a groundbreaking multi-year agreement with OpenAI, granting the artificial intelligence developer permission to use content from its renowned publications in response to user queries. This strategic partnership aims to enhance OpenAI’s products with reliable and premium news sources. The agreement covers content from prominent News Corp titles, including The Times, The […]
Shares in Reddit have surged more than 10% following the announcement of a partnership deal with artificial intelligence (AI) start-up OpenAI. This agreement grants OpenAI access to Reddit’s content while introducing AI-powered features to the social media platform. The partnership underscores Reddit’s strategic move to diversify its income streams beyond traditional advertising. By leveraging AI, […]