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Microsoft says AI rival Anthropic could have 'disastrous impact' on humanityWed 16th Sep 2026 15:16 BST
Microsoft says AI rival Anthropic could have 'disastrous impact' on humanity

Mustafa Suleyman says he believes the AI giant is in effect teaching Claude it "may be conscious".

OpenAI boss says world 'right to be afraid' but should trust AI firmsWed 16th Sep 2026 11:02 BST
OpenAI boss says world 'right to be afraid' but should trust AI firms

Sam Altman and other tech CEOs say there are incentives to limit advancements in AI, as fears grow over the threats it poses to humanity.

AI app ads promoting 'objectification of women' banned by watchdogWed 16th Sep 2026 00:27 BST
AI app ads promoting 'objectification of women' banned by watchdog

The ad regulator said it had "zero-tolerance" for ads promoting AI tools that could sexualise or objectify women.

Pubs in England and Wales to allow digital ID apps to prove ageTue 15th Sep 2026 00:07 BST
Pubs in England and Wales to allow digital ID apps to prove age

New rules introduced on Tuesday mean establishments will be able to accept digital ID apps alongside physical documents.

Valve's Steam Frame is excellent - but at over £1,000 is VR still too expensive?Mon 14th Sep 2026 18:05 BST
Valve's Steam Frame is excellent - but at over £1,000 is VR still too expensive?

The BBC's Tom Gerken is hands-on with the latest virtual reality headset.

What is AI, how does it work and why are some people concerned about it?Mon 14th Sep 2026 17:09 BST
What is AI, how does it work and why are some people concerned about it?

AI is transforming modern life, but not without worry for some that it may be abused or have an adverse environmental impact.

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