Palo Alto Networks has apologised for using women as lampstands at a Las Vegas event, sparking accusations of sexism and reigniting concerns over Silicon Valley’s “bro” culture.
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UK Government injects £800M to enhance broadband for 300,000 rural homes
The UK Government commits £800M to upgrade broadband for 312,000 rural homes across England, Scotland, and Wales, aiming to bridge the digital divide and boost local economies.
UK Government cancels £1.3 billion AI and tech funding amid economic tightening
The UK government has scrapped £1.3 billion in AI and technology funding, including projects for an exascale supercomputer and AI research, sparking concerns over the country’s tech ambitions.
NHS IT firm faces £6m fine over medical records hack
A software provider is facing a potential £6 million fine following a 2022 ransomware attack that disrupted NHS and social care services across England.
Government injects £32M into AI innovations to enhance public services and boost productivity
The UK government has unveiled a £32 million investment into artificial intelligence (AI) innovations designed to transform public services and enhance productivity. This initiative targets critical areas such as reducing train delays, accelerating NHS prescription deliveries, and providing training for construction workers.
Morrisons tests raising freezer temperatures to cut energy costs and emissions
Morrisons is trialling an innovative approach to save energy and reduce costs by raising the temperature of its freezers by 3°C.
Intel to cut 15,000 jobs in bid to catch up in AI chip race
Intel plans to cut 15,000 jobs to reduce costs and catch up in the AI chip race. The company’s shares dropped 20% after announcing lower-than-expected revenue and suspending its dividend.
OpenAI challenges Google’s search engine dominance with launch of SearchGPT
OpenAI launches SearchGPT, a prototype AI-powered search engine, challenging Google’s dominance with real-time information and enhanced conversational capabilities.
Microsoft and Apple abandon OpenAI board seats amid regulatory scrutiny
Microsoft and Apple have stepped down from their OpenAI board observer roles amid regulatory scrutiny over big tech’s influence on AI start-ups. This move aims to address competition concerns and maintain independence.
Dyson to cut nearly a third of its UK workforce
Dyson, the renowned technology company founded by Sir James Dyson, is set to cut nearly a third of its British workforce in response to intense market competition.
Labour’s Landmark Victory: A Blueprint for AI Regulation and Growth
Following a decisive victory in the general election, the Labour Party now commands a substantial majority, placing them in a powerful position to influence the UK’s economic and technological future.
Google’s emissions surge 48% in five years due to AI expansion
Google’s greenhouse gas emissions have surged 48% over five years, driven by energy-intensive AI data centres. As emissions reach 14.3 million metric tons, the tech giant faces scrutiny over sustainability.
Three set to miss rural broadband deadline
Three mobile network operator risks missing rural coverage targets by July, as Vodafone and VMO2 aim to meet the 88% landmass coverage requirement under the UK’s £1bn Shared Rural Network project.
Microsoft Faces Major Antitrust Fine Over Teams Integration with Office 365
Microsoft is facing significant antitrust fines from the European Commission for allegedly bundling its Teams app with Office 365, disadvantaging competitors like Slack and Alfaview.
Major Record Labels Launch Landmark AI Copyright Lawsuit
Sony, Universal, and Warner Records sue AI start-ups Suno and Udio for alleged copyright violations, demanding $150,000 per infringed work in a landmark case.
