Pinterest CEO Bill Ready has called for a global ban on social media for children under 16. He made the statement in a LinkedIn post on Friday. The announcement comes amid a high-profile trial in Los Angeles about youth mental health and social media use. Context of the legal trial The trial involves Google and…
Amazon is preparing for a possible return to the smartphone market, more than ten years after the failure of its Fire Phone. The company is quietly developing a new device, internally known as “Transformer,” as part of its broader strategy to strengthen its position in artificial intelligence and consumer technology. Lessons from the Fire Phone…
TikTok Bans AI Influencer Accounts After Investigation BBC revealed a rise in fake AI influencer accounts posing as Black women. These accounts pushed users to external sites with explicit content. TikTok responded by banning 20 accounts that broke its rules. The investigation, done with Riddance, found many similar profiles on TikTok and Instagram. Most of…
The White House has introduced a new legislative framework urging Congress to adopt a balanced and less restrictive approach to regulating artificial intelligence. The proposal aims to support innovation while addressing growing concerns about safety, consumer protection, and economic impact. The administration argues that a unified federal approach is necessary to avoid a fragmented regulatory…
On March 19, 2026, the U.S. Army received its first autonomous-ready H-60Mx Black Hawk at Fort Eustis, Virginia. This helicopter introduces an “Optimally Piloted Vehicle” (OPV). It can fly with a pilot, operate by remote control, or complete missions on its own. The project comes from over ten years of research. The goal is simple:…
A growing number of middle and high school students are turning to artificial intelligence tools to complete their homework, according to new findings from Rand Corporation. While this trend highlights the rapid adoption of digital tools in education, it also raises important concerns about how AI may affect students’ ability to think critically. The study shows…
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a new malicious program called Darksword that targets iPhone users and aims to steal sensitive personal data. This development highlights growing concerns about mobile security, especially for users who have not updated their devices. Experts traced the malware to Ukraine, where attackers distributed it through multiple websites. Once users visit these…
Researchers are calling for stricter rules on AI-powered toys for toddlers. A recent study looked at how children aged three to five use these toys. The researchers tested a small group using a soft AI toy called Gabbo. AI toys for young children are already on the market. However, very little research exists on how…
A new study published in Nature Medicine reveals that artificial intelligence is transforming breast cancer screening by improving detection rates while significantly reducing the workload for radiologists. Researchers tested an AI-supported screening approach that identifies low-risk mammograms and removes them from human review. This method allows radiologists to focus only on higher-risk cases. The study found that…
Samsung Electronics has announced plans to invest $73.24 billion in 2026 to expand its capabilities in artificial intelligence semiconductors. The company will allocate these funds to research, development, and infrastructure, aiming to strengthen its position in the global chip market. This move reflects the growing demand for advanced computing power driven by artificial intelligence technologies across multiple industries….
