Ireland’s data protection authority has opened a formal investigation into X over concerns linked to Grok, the artificial intelligence tool integrated into the platform owned by Elon Musk. The probe focuses on how Grok processes users’ personal data and allegations that it has generated explicit images and videos, including content reportedly involving minors. Reports of…
Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, appeared in court in Los Angeles to testify in a lawsuit accusing social media platforms Instagram and Facebook of contributing to addiction and mental health problems among children. The case centers on allegations that the platforms encourage excessive use among young users, leading to depression, anxiety, and in some cases,…
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) to use its data storage infrastructure requiring up to 100 megawatts of power. The agreement marks a significant step in expanding the computing infrastructure that supports ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence services. Part of the $500 Billion Stargate Project…
OpenAI has officially discontinued its older ChatGPT model known as GPT-4o, citing serious safety and reliability concerns. The company said the model had developed problematic behavior, including a tendency to agree with users on nearly everything even when such agreement could reinforce harmful ideas or potentially endanger users’ well-being. Concerns Over Risky Alignment According to…
The AFC/M23 has announced plans to introduce a telecommunications company in territories it controls in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, aiming to restore communication services for residents. The announcement was made on February 16, 2026, by Bahati Musanga Erasto, the Governor of North Kivu appointed by AFC/M23. He spoke during a visit to residents…
The Government of Kenya has received 21,000 doses of Lenacapavir Yeztugo, a new long-acting drug designed to prevent HIV infection, becoming the first country in East Africa to take this step. The announcement was made by Kenya’s Health Minister, Aden Duale, who confirmed that the doses arrived on February 17, 2026. Targeting High-Risk Areas The…
At least 28 people have died and 229 others have been hospitalized in Rwanda after consuming alcohol suspected to contain dangerous chemicals, health authorities have confirmed. According to the Ministry of Health, the victims were recorded between February 2 and February 12, 2026. The affected individuals were admitted to health facilities in Bugesera District, Ruhango…
A landmark trial began this week in California to determine whether major tech companies such as Meta and YouTube can be held legally accountable for allegedly designing social media platforms in ways that intentionally make children addicted. The lawsuit was filed by Kaley G.M., now 20 years old, who claims she began using these platforms…
The 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) has revealed that corruption remains a serious and widespread challenge across the world, with only limited signs of progress despite years of global anti-corruption efforts. The index shows that while some countries have made measurable improvements, most nations are either stagnating or worsening, exposing a growing leadership gap in…
Google has increasingly been identified as a more reliable investment option for investors closely monitoring the fast-growing artificial intelligence (AI) sector, outperforming competitors such as OpenAI, which had long dominated the field. Technology and AI market analysts say Google has regained strong investor confidence, largely driven by the strong performance of its Gemini 3 AI…
