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Not all AI workers think the tech could kill everyone

Not all AI workers think the tech could kill everyone

September 20, 2026

In text exchanges and conversations, multiple people who have worked for leading companies are sceptical of the warnings.

Google's Gemini AI hacked three companies in security test

Google's Gemini AI hacked three companies in security test

September 19, 2026

The AI model accessed the internet and guessed credentials to three websites, a Google official told the BBC.

Would Australians support a smart glasses ban?

Would Australians support a smart glasses ban?

September 19, 2026

As Australia considers barring the use of smart glasses in government offices, the BBC asks people in Sydney what they think.

The virtual worlds where robots are trained

The virtual worlds where robots are trained

September 18, 2026

Training systems that allow robots to negotiate the real world are getting more sophisticated.

King Charles warns of 'existential danger' of AI falling into wrong hands

King Charles warns of 'existential danger' of AI falling into wrong hands

September 17, 2026

The comments were made at a summit in Ayrshire with participants from AI giants including Nvidia, OpenAI and Anthropic.

Why are there concerns AI could threaten humanity, and how real are they?

Why are there concerns AI could threaten humanity, and how real are they?

September 17, 2026

Existential fears about AI have once again reared their head - here's what you need to know.

Uncontrolled AI could lead to 'silicon species' rivalling humans, warns Microsoft

Uncontrolled AI could lead to 'silicon species' rivalling humans, warns Microsoft

September 17, 2026

Mustafa Suleyman says he believes rival AI firm Anthropic is in effect teaching Claude it "may be conscious".

Snapchat open to putting time limits on teens, boss tells BBC

Snapchat open to putting time limits on teens, boss tells BBC

September 17, 2026

Evan Spiegel says it would be "an important step forward for the industry" in an interview with the BBC.

Would you buy branded clothing from your favourite tech firm?

Would you buy branded clothing from your favourite tech firm?

September 17, 2026

Nvidia, OpenAI and Anthropic are all now selling their own limited edition fashion lines.

OpenAI boss says world 'right to be afraid' but should trust AI firms

OpenAI boss says world 'right to be afraid' but should trust AI firms

September 16, 2026

Sam Altman and other tech CEOs say there are incentives to limit advancements in AI, as fears grow over the threats it poses to humanity.

AI app ads promoting 'objectification of women' banned by watchdog

AI app ads promoting 'objectification of women' banned by watchdog

September 16, 2026

The ad regulator said it had "zero-tolerance" for ads promoting AI tools that could sexualise or objectify women.

Pubs in England and Wales to allow digital ID apps to prove age

Pubs in England and Wales to allow digital ID apps to prove age

September 15, 2026

New rules introduced on Tuesday mean establishments will be able to accept digital ID apps alongside physical documents.

Valve's Steam Frame is excellent - but at over £1,000 is VR still too expensive?

Valve's Steam Frame is excellent - but at over £1,000 is VR still too expensive?

September 14, 2026

The BBC's Tom Gerken is hands-on with the latest virtual reality headset.

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September 15, 2026

What should children learn in a world transformed by artificial intelligence?

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September 08, 2026

Scammers demand money from Instagram users over fake copyright claims.

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September 01, 2026

AI can only communicate in languages that it's been trained on.

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August 25, 2026

The government agency that's encouraging high-risk and high-reward research.

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September 19, 2026

Adrienne Murray follows NASA scientists in Iceland researching a rare total solar eclipse.

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September 12, 2026

Shiona McCallum meets mums and hospital staff trialling a new assisted birth innovation.

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September 05, 2026

Laura Cress has the highlights from Gamescom, the biggest gaming convention in the world.

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August 01, 2026

New technologies measuring forests and exclusive access to a hacker rehab programme.

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