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Nvidia to buy developer platform Hugging Face in $12.9bn deal
Nvidia announced a $12.93 billion acquisition of developer platform Hugging Face, targeting the growing open-source AI model market amid intensifying competition in artificial intelligence technology.
New law to force tech firms to prevent children from taking nude images
The UK government plans to introduce legislation requiring technology companies to prevent children from creating and sharing nude images on smartphones and apps.
4 groups caught using the same Chrome and Windows exploit kit
Four hacking groups, some linked to Chinese government, are actively using an exploit kit targeting Chrome and Windows vulnerabilities. The kit chains three flaws to install malware before patches reach users.
Automattic CEO Matt Mullenweg placed on leave
Matt Mullenweg, CEO of WordPress.com owner Automattic, has been placed on paid leave. CFO Mark Davies will serve as interim CEO while Mullenweg remains on the board.
UK needs new laws for AI in healthcare, says watchdog
The UK’s medicines regulator has released 44 recommendations for new AI regulations in healthcare as artificial intelligence use in the NHS rises, emphasizing patient transparency and continuous product monitoring.
Volvo XC40 PHEV is back with a new look, better sensors, and Gemini AI
Volvo is relaunching its plug-in hybrid XC40 with updated styling, Google’s Gemini AI integration, and enhanced safety sensors after discontinuing the model approximately three years ago.
Xbox picks up Kojima’s Physint after PlayStation dropped it
Xbox will publish Physint, an upcoming game from Metal Gear creator Hideo Kojima, after PlayStation canceled the project following an unexpected June termination notice.
I rented a car, and within hours, my driver’s license was for sale
A data breach affecting over 153 million driver’s licenses has exposed high-resolution scans available on the dark web, according to a report. The FBI is investigating the incident, which may involve a third-party ID scanning service used by car rental and other businesses.
London’s first self-driving taxis for hire hit the streets
London’s first self-driving taxis launched on the Uber app, though only 15 Wayve vehicles are initially available, each still requiring a licensed human driver present.
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max: Our first hands-on impressions
Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max feature variable-aperture camera lenses, enhanced manual controls, color-matched glass backs, and a smaller Dynamic Island capable of displaying three Live Activities simultaneously.
Apple’s new iPhone camera mode promises to prove your photo isn’t AI
Apple is introducing a new feature on the iPhone 18 Pro that digitally authenticates photos by cryptographically signing captured pixels, allowing users to verify whether images have been edited.
Verge staffers react to the iPhone Duo: What we love and don’t love
Apple announced its first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, featuring dual screens, Touch ID, and an IP68 rating, starting at $1,999 with preorders beginning October 16th.
Waymo doubles spending on lobbying in robotaxi battle with Uber
Waymo has more than doubled its lobbying spending to over $1 million quarterly as it battles Uber over regulatory approval for fully autonomous taxi services across the United States.
AI agents meant to replace Meta workers made “large-scale, disruptive actions”
Meta explored a plan to reduce headcount by up to 60 percent through AI agents, but canceled the second phase of layoffs after the technology caused disruptive incidents and failed to boost productivity as expected.
BGP hijack infecting networks caused by a comedy of errors that’s not funny at all
A BGP hijacking attack exploited routing security weaknesses at hosting provider Hetzner Online and lax security practices at software company Softaculous to distribute malware through fake updates to cloud infrastructure customers.
New York City to ban student AI use in public schools until high school
New York City will ban AI use for students through eighth grade, keeping classrooms technology-free through third grade as part of a broader school technology overhaul affecting 900,000 students.
Uber drivers launch European class action over ‘soulless’ and ‘scary’ AI algorithm
Uber drivers from multiple European countries have filed a landmark class action lawsuit alleging the company’s AI algorithm unfairly sets pay rates and allocates jobs while violating data protection laws.
Trump administration sides with OpenAI in lawsuit against New York Times
The Trump administration filed a brief supporting OpenAI in a copyright lawsuit brought by the New York Times, arguing that using copyrighted content to train artificial intelligence constitutes fair use.
Online bookies accused of UK privacy breaches with use of cookie banners
A study found 86% of licensed British gambling websites appear to violate strict privacy rules governing customer data collection and tracking, with operators using dark patterns to manipulate consent decisions.
Meta bets on AI agent Muse to catch up in AI race
Meta unveiled Muse, a personal AI assistant available on iOS, Android, and via muse.ai, designed to handle everyday tasks like shopping and email. The product is free for most users, with paid subscription options coming later.
Rivian spinout Also apologizes for delays in shipping futuristic e-bikes
Also, Rivian’s e-bike spinoff, apologized for delays in delivering its TM-B electric bike, citing supply chain challenges and manufacturing complexities in a Reddit post to frustrated customers.
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