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France to ditch AI data tools from Palantir for domestic provider
Switch to ChapsVision announced by PM comes amid concern about reliance on US-controlled technologyFrance’s domestic intelligence service is to ditch AI data tools from the US tech giant Palantir in favour of a domestic provider in an effort to avoid “strategic dependency”, the prime minister, Sébastien Lecornu, has said.“We must use our own AI models; we cannot accept new strategic dependencies in the digital sphere,” Lecornu posted on social media. “We cannot rely on tools developed by foreig...
SpaceX to buy AI coding firm Anysphere for $60bn and passes Amazon valuation
Elon Musk firm adds startup behind Cursor app to its portfolio with xAI and reaches $2.8tn market capitalisationElon Musk’s SpaceX is buying the startup behind the AI-powered coding app Cursor for $60bn and has moved ahead of Amazon in valuation days after its stock market debut.The company has agreed to buy Anysphere, which has capitalised on AI’s success as a coding technology. Continue reading...
Hungarian startup promises cheaper, longer-range EV batteries
A Hungarian company says its battery innovation could eliminate range anxiety among electric vehicle (EV) drivers – and even significantly reduce costs.Edortech, a Budapest-based startup, has developed ONLi, a new anode technology that replaces the graphite in conventional lithium-ion batteries with a thin alloyed layer.Lak Gyorgy Balint, the company's chief technology officer and the inventor behind ONLi, said the change could deliver a dramatic performance boost. "So if we were to replace the...
Fujitsu chair resigns after ‘woman-related inappropriate conduct’
Japanese technology company at centre of Post Office IT scandal is negotiating settlement with UK government over faulty softwareBusiness live – latest updatesThe chair of Fujitsu, the Japanese technology firm at the centre of the Post Office IT scandal, has resigned after its board became aware of his “woman-related inappropriate conduct”.The company said on Tuesday that Hidenori Furuta had stepped down after two years in the role. Continue reading...
How far can England go at the World Cup? Supercomputer predicts the Three Lions' journey through the competition - and their odds of taking home the trophy
How far can England go at the World Cup? Supercomputer predicts the Three Lions' journey through the competition – and their odds of taking home the trophyREAD MORE: Scientists reveal the meaning behind World Cup player's tattoos See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy WILIAM HUNTER, SENIOR SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY REPORTER Published: 12:57, 16 June 2026 | Updated: 12:57, 16 June 2026 e-mail 23 View comments
10 years of Smart Cities Mission: How technology is transforming urban India
India's urban areas are rapidly modernizing, driven by the Smart Cities Mission. Over 90% of planned projects are complete, transforming cities with technology for better mobility, safety, and services. Integrated Command and Control Centres are now operational in all 100 cities, enhancing data-driven governance and citizen well-being.
What Can Hackers Do With Your Phone Number? What To Know
InnovationWhat Can Hackers Do With Your Phone Number? What To KnowByJoe McKendrick,Senior Contributor.Edited bySophia Acevedo,Associate Editor.for TechnologyFollow AuthorsJun 16, 2026, 06:30am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.SummaryYour phone number is a significant cybersecurity risk. Experts warn that while a number alone isn't direct access, it's a critical gateway for fraud, identity theft and account t...
Dharamsala gives wake-up call to rest of the BCCI state associations
Persistent rain in Dharamsala during the first ODI between India and Afghanistan highlighted the urgent need for advanced sub-surface drainage systems in Indian cricket stadiums. While HPCA Stadium and Chinnaswamy boast this technology, other venues rely on outdated methods, leading to significant delays and fan disappointment.
Google CEO Sundar Pichai cracked an 'AI' joke during his Stanford University speech
Stanford graduates received unexpected advice from Google CEO Sundar Pichai, who intentionally omitted AI from his commencement speech. He emphasized that timeless wisdom is technology-agnostic, focusing instead on personal choices and building a fulfilling life. Pichai shared his three guiding principles: optimism, tackling challenges, and pursuing passions, to help graduates navigate life's pressures.
The countries where Gen Z are the most miserable, revealed - with the UK ninth on the list
The countries where Gen Z are the most miserable, revealed – with the UK ninth on the listREAD MORE: Gen Z are refusing to buy rounds at the pub to avoid hangoversSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy SHIVALI BEST, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY EDITOR Published: 10:12, 16 June 2026 | Updated: 10:17, 16 June 2026 e-mail 68 View comments
A New AI Agenda: A Global South Perspective
AI is reshaping media - but from a Global South perspective, what are the real challenges and opportunities?CGTN brings together media professionals, government officials, and experts to discuss: - Technology transfers- Cross-border media exchanges- Moving from challenges to capacity building- Will AI replace humans in media?Watch the video for a critical conversation on innovation, collaboration, and action.
Unveiling the Bugatti Tourbillon: The $4 Million Hypercar That Redefines Luxury and Speed
Prepare to be blown away by the Bugatti Tourbillon—the hypercar that marries cutting-edge technology with jaw-dropping aesthetics. With a staggering price tag of $4 million, this masterpiece isn't just a car; it's a statement of pure automotive excellence.
Asics Expands Tennis Footwear Research And Product Updates Coming
BusinessSportsMoneyAsics Expands Tennis Footwear Research And Product Updates ComingByTim Newcomb,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tim Newcomb covers tennis gear/business, stadiums and shoe tech.Follow AuthorJun 16, 2026, 03:00am EDTA tennis court loaded with technology, including force plates, inside the Asics an HumanFab collaboration as part of ISS Europe.Albin DurandWhen Asics wanted to mine the movement insights of sponsored Swiss tennis star...
AI could help win ‘race against extinction’ of vital plants, say botanists
Tech is helping to identify and save new specimens and could open ‘genomic goldmine’ of fungi dataThe rise of AI and digitisation could be a turning point in the “race against extinction” faced by botanists trying to identify and save vital plants before they vanish, according to a major report from Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.New technology is enabling scientists to track how flowering times have shifted by weeks around the world, rapidly identify new specimens and even get crucial genetic data...
Bleep tests, alcohol bans and Gazza: Italia 90 set the bar for England and sports science | Sean Ingle
Bobby Robson employed a head of human performance for the World Cup and, despite wariness, the players got on boardThe eve of Italia 90. Gazza’s tears, England’s heartache, and the cascading emotions of a World Cup that sang and ultimately stung still lie ahead. For now, the sports scientist tasked with acclimatising Bobby Robson’s side to the Italian summer is using cutting-edge technology to assess each player’s fitness: a BBC microcomputer, a dot-matrix printer, and a few clunky Polar heart-r...
Morgan Stanley becomes first major Wall Street bank to open wealth platform to AI agents
Morgan Stanley is pioneering direct AI access to its trillion-dollar wealth management systems for corporate clients. This groundbreaking move allows autonomous AI agents to interact with stock administration platforms, bypassing traditional human interfaces. The bank anticipates this will significantly scale services like client onboarding and support, marking a major shift in how financial institutions engage with technology.
Peruvian copper, gold prices rise with China a main destination
The global rise in copper and gold prices sent Peruvian exports soaring in the first quarter of the year. China remains the main destination for Peruvian exports and one of the world’s largest buyers of copper, a key mineral for the manufacture of electric vehicles, batteries, and energy technology. Dan Collyns reports from Lima.For more, check out our exclusive content on CGTN Now and subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The China Report.
Samsung Just Gave Hackers A Roadmap: Update Your Galaxy Now
InnovationConsumer TechSamsung Just Gave Hackers A Roadmap: Update Your Galaxy NowByJanhoi McGregor,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Janhoi McGregor (jan-eye) is a reporter who covers technology news.Follow AuthorJun 15, 2026, 04:04pm EDTJun 15, 2026, 04:06pm EDTSummarySamsung's June 2026 security update is rolling out now to Galaxy S25 and S26 series devices in Europe, India and South Korea, patching vulnerabilities in the Galaxy's photo e...
UK ministers lobby Trump to avert backlash against social media ban
No 10 is worried about retaliation from White House over restrictions to under-16s’ internet useMinisters have embarked on a concerted lobbying operation to prevent a backlash from the Trump administration to the under-16s social media ban announced by Keir Starmer on Monday.Officials said they have spent weeks trying to reassure senior Trump officials and the US president himself that the restrictions were not specifically aimed at US technology companies. Continue reading...