X has abruptly restricted Grok’s image generation feature to paying subscribers only. The move follows intense UK government scrutiny over the AI’s ability to create non-consensual “undressed” images, with ministers openly discussing a total ban on the platform.
Cybercriminals are now abusing Google’s own workflow tools to send phishing emails that pass security checks. The emails come from a real @google.com address and lead to fake login pages designed to steal your credentials.
Elon Musk’s high-profile lawsuit against OpenAI and its co-founders is headed for a jury trial in March 2025. The case centers on Musk’s claim that the company abandoned its nonprofit mission for profit. A judge found enough evidence to proceed.
A new startup called Eyebot is rolling out kiosks that promise to deliver an accurate vision test and prescription in about three minutes. The machines are starting to appear in Walmart and Sam’s Club stores, aiming to solve accessibility issues in areas short on optometrists.
Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour is publicly supporting a forthcoming bill from Rep. Ritchie Torres aimed at banning insider trading by government officials on prediction markets. This comes after a trader on rival platform Polymarket netted over $400,000 on a suspiciously timed trade about a political even
Deepfake technology is now a global threat, eroding the very foundations of digital trust. Human detection of high-quality deepfakes is only 24.5% accurate, and fraud attempts are surging. The response requires a fundamental shift in how we verify identity and media integrity.
A Texas court has issued a Temporary Restraining Order against Samsung, halting its use of Automated Content Recognition technology in TVs. The state’s lawsuit also targets LG, Sony, Hisense, and TCL, alleging they spy on viewers.
Amazon is issuing refunds to millions of customers as part of a massive $2.5 billion settlement with the FTC. The case centered on allegations that the company used deceptive practices to enroll and retain Prime subscribers. Payments are now hitting accounts.
New data shows the five most-played games in the US on PlayStation and Xbox in 2025 were the exact same titles as in 2024. This stagnation, driven by live-service giants, is making it nearly impossible for new games to succeed and is a core reason behind widespread industry layoffs.
The EU is refusing to back down from enforcing its landmark tech regulations despite escalating threats from the US Trade Representative. American officials have warned of potential fees and restrictions on European software firms operating in the US if the bloc doesn’t change course. With fines alr
