MIT researchers boost quantum computing speed
The breakthrough allows more quantum operations within the limited lifespan of qubits. Researchers at MIT have achieved a significant milestone in quantum computing by demonstrating what they say is the…
Beijing launches blockchain plan to boost industry integration
A new initiative aims to integrate blockchain into infrastructure, fostering digitalisation and trust in various sectors. Beijing has unveiled a two-year plan aimed at promoting blockchain development and adoption across…
Duolingo CEO defends AI plan amid user outrage
The company plans to phase out roles that AI can handle, drawing criticism online. Duolingo has come under fire after CEO Luis von Ahn announced the company is transitioning to…
Meta unveils personalised AI assistant
Meta AI integrates content from Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp to make responses more personal. Meta Platforms has launched a dedicated AI assistant app powered by its open-source Llama 4 language…
Retail cyber crime spree a “wake-up call”, says NCSC CEO
The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre has spoken out following a wave of cyber attacks against British retailers that has stricken household names such as Marks and Spencer (M&S),…
Scotland’s most remote towns and villages to get gigabit upgrade
As part of its “vow” to end a “digital exclusion plight” in Scotland, the UK government has announced it has signed a contract worth £157m with the UK’s leading…
Trump administration eyes overhaul of Biden-era AI chip export rules
A tiered system limiting global access to US AI chips could soon be replaced by broader government-to-government licensing under new Trump plans. The Trump administration is reviewing a Biden-era rule…