Google Calendar removes key cultural events including Pride
As part of its ongoing roll back of diversity initiatives, Google has removed several inclusive holidays from its Calendar service. It says their inclusion was ‘not sustainable’ for its future. Google Calendar has removed several key cultural holidays from it services on both desktop and mobile. These include references to...
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UK and US fail to sign international AI declaration
Both the UK and US have refused to sign an international agreement on AI at a global summit in Paris. The documents called for ‘open,’ ‘inclusive’ and ‘ethical’ practices within this new, emerging industry. The UK and US have not signed an international agreement on AI at a global...
Oxford scientists achieve teleportation with quantum supercomputer
A team of Oxford scientists has just potentially paved the way for the large-scale, practical use of quantum supercomputers. Humanity has finally solved the puzzle of teleportation – in the world of quantum supercomputers, that is. A group of Oxford scientists believe their breakthrough will be huge in bringing quantum...
You decide – have AI tools changed the recruitment process forever?
AI algorithms are streamlining tasks in nearly every industry, but they’re also helping job-seekers build their CVs. Those same CVs are then screened by AI systems during the recruiting process. What does this mean for the future of the job market? Artificial Intelligence is not just ‘taking your job,’ it’ll...
Google’s parent company Alphabet misses targets but invests in AI
Alphabet has announced plans to spend $75 billion USD on capital expenditures in 2025 with a focus on AI. In its latest earnings report, the company’s revenue grew but slightly missed market expectations. In 2025, Google’s parent company Alphabet says it plans to spend $75 billion USD on capital...
What is DeepSeek and why is it causing such a buzz?
The Chinese company DeepSeek sent out shockwaves last week, rocketing to the top of the App Store with the launch of its generative AI and chatbot. It offers consumers tools at a fraction of the cost of US competitors, leading to plummeting stocks and major market disruption. The AI industry...
UMG and Spotify announce ‘next era of streaming’ with new deal
The two companies are renewing their contract together, having first signed up for a partnership in 2015. In a press release they said the new deal would focus on ‘growth, innovation and the advancement of artists’ and songwriters’ success.’ Universal Music Group (UMG) and Spotify have renewed their partnership, having announced a new multi-year deal that is set to bring in ‘the next era of streaming innovation.’ Neither company have...
Is AI widening the UK’s regional pay divide?
A new report by Center for Cities reveals workers in London will earn more by August 2025 than those in Northern cities will make in a year. The Center for Cities has revealed the regional pay divide across the UK is more of a chasm than a gap. According to a recent report, London workers are earning almost £20,000 more annually than those in lower-paid areas. By August this year,...
Are NASA’s Boeing astronauts safe?
Amidst tabloid speculations of the declining health of Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, NASA has stepped in to rebut the claims and reassure the public about the good health of the astronauts. 2024 was proven unfruitful for Boeing amidst multiple safety concerns about its planes and ongoing lawsuits. In current news, its nightmares have also gone beyond our atmosphere with the company facing delays in the return of astronauts Suni...
Tech companies exploring nuclear energy to power AI
Leading tech companies are exploring the potential of nuclear energy as a sustainable and reliable power source to meet the growing energy demands of artificial intelligence. In recent years, since OpenAI dropped ChatGPT, the world has seen a surge in all things AI. From catalyzing a plethora of research to predictive analysis in data security, the presence of AI in our daily lives has become a norm. Powering this increase in...
