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Use of AI in job interviews on the rise – but UK recruiters say they can spot the cheats
UK recruiters report rising AI misuse in job interviews, with 66% of employers confirming candidates using undeclared AI assistance, though most say the technology’s broader job market impact remains years away.
Fridge hack costing millions and sparking fires stemmed from poor security
A cyberattack compromised refrigeration controllers at approximately 700 supermarkets across France, causing food spoilage and fires. The breach exploited outdated security practices and vulnerable devices exposed to the internet.
Living with a stink? Technology might help
Milpitas residents dealing with decades of landfill odors are turning to drone monitoring and automated gas collection technology to identify and address pollution sources more efficiently.
Fake Linda and me: the Agatha Christie-worthy mystery of the fraudster who stole my byline
A science journalist discovered someone impersonating her to pitch articles to major publications, receiving payment and potentially damaging her professional reputation through fraudulent bylines.
TikTok bans Musk documentary account
TikTok banned the social media account for Alex Gibney’s Musk documentary just before its wider release, though the platform later said the removal was an error.
Cities want to put the boot on robotaxis
Cities across the U.S. are increasingly imposing restrictions on robotaxis through local ordinances, creating a complex patchwork of rules as federal regulation remains stalled in Congress.
Video game ownership bill introduced in Congress
A congressional bill introduced this week would establish FTC regulations guaranteeing consumer ownership of video games rather than licensing agreements, responding to concerns over server shutdowns.
IT mistake erases 11 years of viewing history for hospitals’ maternity records
An IT error at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust caused loss of viewing history data spanning 11 years from maternity records, though patient care information was recovered.
Microsoft disrupts AI-assisted platform that compromised 12,000 accounts
Microsoft disrupted EvilTokens, a subscription-based platform that used AI to compromise 12,000 accounts across 10,000 organizations worldwide by exploiting OAuth device authentication processes.
Uber begins self-driving robotaxi trial in Manchester
Uber has begun testing autonomous vehicles in Manchester as part of its expansion of self-driving robotaxi services across UK cities, using technology from partner firms Pony and Verne.
Palantir and Sadiq Khan drop legal battle over Met contract
Palantir and London Mayor Sadiq Khan have withdrawn their legal claims against each other over a blocked £50m Metropolitan Police contract, canceling a scheduled January high court trial.
The eyes have it: Reform politician’s ‘smart glasses’ prompt calls for ban in Westminster
A Welsh politician’s use of smart glasses in parliamentary debate has sparked calls from lawmakers to ban the technology at Westminster, citing privacy and security concerns.
Could AI ‘change the stakes’ in the development of bioweapons?
UK intelligence chief warns AI could significantly alter the landscape of bioweapon development, raising concerns about both skilled state actors and less-trained groups potentially exploiting the technology.
OpenAI’s London staff receive average of £2.3m per person annually
OpenAI’s 110 London employees averaged £2.3 million in annual compensation through salaries and equity stakes, reflecting intense competition for AI talent in the global race to advance artificial intelligence technology.
AI giant Anthropic woos potential investors ahead of stock market debut
AI firm Anthropic reports 45% quarterly revenue growth to $16.8bn and achieved adjusted profitability ahead of planned stock market listing, while emphasizing AI safety concerns.
Websites are closing their doors to AI agents
Major websites including Amazon, Yelp, and Delta are blocking AI agents from accessing their platforms, citing security concerns and data licensing disputes, potentially limiting the usefulness of autonomous AI assistants.
Meta removes language that may have allowed it to scrape news sites
Meta has removed language from its commercial terms that could have been interpreted as granting permission to scrape news sites and other web content for AI training purposes.
World Bank says ‘small AI’ could transform developing countries
The World Bank urges developing countries to create specialized “small AI” models that run on mobile phones with low connectivity to accelerate economic development and address local needs.
Hacks of 2 federal agencies in a month have spilled a bonanza of sensitive data
The Pentagon is notifying 2 million people of a monthslong network breach exposing sensitive military personnel records. This marks the second major federal cybersecurity incident this month involving stolen government data.
Hackers obtain counterfeit TLS certificates for Google and other large services
Attackers compromised three country-code domain registries to obtain unauthorized TLS certificates for Google and other major online services, Google confirmed this week.
Apple unveils new smart home devices that showcase upgraded Siri AI
Apple unveiled new smart home devices including the HomeView, a $299 wall-mounted display featuring an upgraded Siri AI assistant designed to control connected home devices starting next month.
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