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Chinese AI Companies Accused of Illicitly Using Claude Models
Three Chinese artificial intelligence companies improperly used Claude to improve their own models, according to Anthropic, the chatbot's creator. Anthropic also made a case for export controls on chips to mitigate such activities.
Feb 24


Paramount Raises Warner Bros Discovery Bid Amid Netflix Rivalry
Paramount Skydance has submitted a higher offer for Warner Bros Discovery, intensifying efforts to prevent the HBO Max owner from closing a deal with Netflix, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters on Monday. The revised bid aims to address Warner Bros concerns regarding financing certainty.
Feb 24


Instagram Teen Survey Reveals Unwanted Nude Image Exposure
A Meta survey found 19% of young teenagers on Instagram reported seeing unwanted nude images, according to a court filing. Nearly one in five users aged 13 to 15 told Meta they viewed "nudity or sexual images on Instagram" they did not wish to see.
Feb 24


Ant’s AQ health app tops 100 million users amid holiday surge
Ant Group's artificial intelligence health application, AQ, surpassed 100 million users during the recent Lunar New Year holiday. The company reported this milestone amidst increasing demand for AI-driven health monitoring tools across China.
Feb 24


LinkerBot Advances Humanoid Robotics with Dexterous Hand Technology
LinkerBot is revolutionising humanoid robotics with ultra-dexterous hands, ushering in a new era of humanlike robotic capability. The Beijing-based start-up specialises in creating these hands for humanoids.
Feb 23


Apple Accelerates AI Hardware Development with Smart Glasses, AirPods, Pendant
Apple is accelerating the development of three new wearable devices, shifting towards artificial intelligence-powered hardware. This category is also being pursued by other major technology organisations. Credit: APPLE The company is ramping up work on smart glasses, a pendant, and AirPods with expanded AI capabilities. People familiar with the plans indicate these products represent a focus on AI-enabled devices. All three devices will depend on a camera system and link to A
Feb 23


Netflix, Paramount Battle for Warner Bros Assets Amidst Bidding War
Netflix possesses substantial cash reserves and could increase its offer for Warner Bros Discovery, according to two individuals with knowledge of the matter. This potential move comes as competing bidder Paramount Skydance considers raising its own offer.
Feb 20


Bill Gates Withdraws From India AI Summit Amid Epstein Scrutiny
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates withdrew from India’s AI Impact Summit hours before his scheduled keynote, as scrutiny over his ties to late financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein intensified. His foundation stated the move aimed to ensure the focus remained on the summit’s key priorities.
Feb 20


Google and Sea Forge AI Partnership for E-Commerce and Gaming
Alphabet Inc's Google and Southeast Asian technology conglomerate Sea Ltd have announced a strategic partnership aimed at developing artificial intelligence tools for Sea's e-commerce and gaming platforms. This collaboration will focus on creating an AI-driven shopping prototype for Shopee, Sea's leading e-commerce platform.
Feb 20


Moth-like Drone Achieves Autonomous Flight Without AI
University of Cincinnati (UC) researchers have developed a flapping-wing drone that can navigate autonomously and hover around a moving light, much like a moth. This innovative drone operates without artificial intelligence or global-positioning equipment.
Feb 19


Uber Invests in Autonomous Vehicle Charging Hubs Amid Robotaxi Expansion
Uber Technologies will invest over USD 100 million to develop autonomous vehicle charging hubs, signifying the ride-hailing company’s push to expand its self-driving operations. This move supports its push to scale up self-driving operations, which encompass its global robotaxi services and autonomous freight, delivery, and taxi partnerships.
Feb 19


Meta Plans Smartwatch Debut With AI Assistant
Meta Platforms is reportedly reviving its smartwatch project, aiming for a 2026 debut. The device, codenamed "Malibu 2", is expected to feature health tracking, and a built-in Meta AI assistant.
Feb 19
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