Demis Hassabis, CEO of Google DeepMind, predicts that artificial intelligence (AI) could revolutionise drug discovery by designing drugs directly in clinics within the next few years.
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Tech leaders debate AI skills shortage in Parliament
Leaders from the technology industry have issued a call to action for the government to invest heavily in equipping the next generation with digital AI skills.
EU policymakers agree deal on ‘AI Act’ to regulate industry
Two key groups of lawmakers at the European Parliament on Tuesday ratified a provisional agreement on landmark artificial intelligence rules ahead of a vote by the legislative assembly in April that will pave the way for the world’s first legislation on the technology.
Piers Morgan Shifts Focus to YouTube for Uncensored Show, Departing TalkTV
Piers Morgan has announced plans to transition his daily Uncensored show away from TalkTV, redirecting his efforts towards its YouTube channel.
ICO urges all app developers to prioritise privacy
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) is issuing a reminder to all app developers regarding the paramount importance of safeguarding users’ privacy, following its examination of period and fertility apps.
UK government announces £100m to support AI regulation
The UK government has announced £100m to support ‘more agile’ AI regulation.
Fintech leaders call for stricter AI regulation at Parliamentary summit
Leaders from the financial services industry have called on the government and regulators to introduce robust legislation to boost market confidence in the use of artificial intelligence (AI).
Government Scraps Plans for Voluntary AI Code of Conduct, Stirring Concerns in Creative and Tech Sectors
The recent decision by the UK government to abandon plans for a voluntary code of conduct for artificial intelligence (AI) has been criticised by lawyers, arguing that such a code was destined to fail from the start.
Why is cloud mining so popular?
Embarking on the journey of cryptocurrency mining can seem like sailing into choppy seas, with daunting costs and complex technicalities lying in wait.
Urgent call for cyber defence as AI-Driven Ransomware attacks surge, warns NCSC
The global ransomware threat is expected to increase over the next two years due to Artificial Intelligence (AI), warns the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).
New law banning subscription traps and fake reviews to be introduced
Buying, selling or hosting fake reviews will become illegal as part of changes planned in new laws being introduced on Tuesday
Google to build new $1bn data centre in Waltham Cross
Google has announced a billion-dollar investment in a UK data centre in a move hailed by the government as a “huge vote of confidence in Britain”.
Apple overtakes Samsung as world’s biggest phonemaker
Apple now has the lion’s share of the global smartphone market, knocking Samsung off the top spot for the first time in 12 years.
Apple banned from selling smartwatches over claims it stole medical tech after court rejected tech giant’s appeal banned sales in US
Apple has been forced to stop selling its Apple Watch in the US over claims the devices are running on stolen technology – after a federal court lifted a pause on the ban.
International technology conference in Las Vegas unveils gadgets including a BlackBerry-style iPhone keyboard and portable microwave
More than 100,000 people are expected to see the new TVs, computers and home appliances on display throughout this week unveiled by the likes of Samsung, LG, Panasonic and Sony at the annual CES show in Las Vegas, as well as the latest car technology at a growing automotive show.