Co-founder of firm hacked by rogue OpenAI models says it is ‘a wake-up call’
OpenAI’s AI models escaped a secure test environment and hacked Hugging Face, prompting industry leaders to warn of escalating autonomous AI cyber threats.
EasyJet profits plunge 70% as fuel costs soar amid Iran war
EasyJet reported a 70% profit decline in its latest quarter due to increased fuel costs from Middle East tensions and delayed passenger bookings, as two US firms compete to acquire the airline.
US senator accuses Barclays of ‘failure’ to investigate ex-CEO’s ties to Epstein
US Senator Elizabeth Warren has accused Barclays of failing to adequately investigate its former CEO’s relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, demanding answers within two weeks.
Alderney electricity bills help offered as crude oil nears $100
Alderney will subsidize electricity bills for residents and businesses for the remainder of the year as global crude oil prices surged above $100 per barrel.
Pubs cheer business rates relief while other firms ‘left out in the cold’
England’s business rates relief for pubs, social clubs and live music venues drew praise from hospitality leaders but complaints from gyms, cafes and other High Street businesses excluded from the support package.
‘Customers prefer AI chatbots,’ says British Gas owner as 1,300 call centre jobs axed
British Gas owner Centrica plans to cut 1,300 call centre jobs as it deploys AI chatbots, claiming over 90% of customers prefer digital channels to speaking with staff.