Technology

Mark Zuckerberg’s Metaverse Failed Where Facebook Succeeded — Understanding the $80 Billion Gap

Facebook succeeded by connecting people to things they already wanted. The metaverse failed by asking people to want something new. That difference — simple in description, devastating in consequence...

Instagram DM Encryption Gone: What the Digital Rights Community Is Saying

The decision to remove end-to-end encryption from Instagram direct messages, effective May 8, 2026, has generated strong responses...

Google Removed a Health AI Feature That Relied on Amateur Community Opinions

A feature on Google Search that used AI to present health tips sourced from internet communities has been...

Microsoft’s Powerful Backing for Anthropic Reveals How Much Is at Stake in AI’s Battle With the Pentagon

The sheer power of Microsoft's decision to back Anthropic in its legal battle against the Pentagon reveals just...

Musk’s xAI Wins Permit for Massive Mississippi Datacenter Power Station

In a unanimous vote, the Mississippi Environmental Quality Permit Board has granted Elon Musk’s xAI a permit for...

US Antitrust Crackdown on Big Tech Marks a Turning Point as Tesla Falters

The United States is stepping up its campaign against Silicon Valley's dominant tech giants, signaling a significant shift in regulatory force that may reshape...

UK Enforces Landmark Online Safety Rules to Shield Children from Harmful Content

In a decisive move to protect children online, Ofcom has unveiled strict new regulations compelling tech companies to block harmful content or face...

Meta Under Fire for Rushed Moderation Changes and Lax Response to Hate Speech During UK Riots

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has come under sharp criticism from its independent oversight board for implementing major content moderation changes...

Lost or Stolen Phone? Essential Steps to Lock Down Your Data and Stay Protected

Losing your phone or having it stolen can feel like losing your digital life — from personal memories to sensitive financial data. But taking...

UK Set to Launch Long-Distance Drone Deliveries for NHS and Critical Infrastructure by 2026

The UK is preparing to revolutionize healthcare logistics and infrastructure maintenance with new drone regulations that could take effect by 2026. The planned changes...

Humanoid Robots Faceplant in Debut Half-Marathon, Trail Far Behind Human Runners in Beijing Showcase

In a groundbreaking but glitch-ridden event, 21 bipedal robots took on human athletes in a half-marathon in Beijing, aiming to showcase China’s advancing AI...