Meta has confirmed that it will pause plans to start training its AI systems using data from its users in the European Union (EU) and U.K. The move […]
This Gris Follow-Up Has Big Last Guardian Vibes
When the action-adventure game Neva was first revealed a year ago with a trailer that included the immediate emotional death of a large wolf-like creature, I knew this game would be a tearjerker. That isn’t surprising given developer Nomada Studios’ track record. Its first game, 2018’s emotional platformer Gris,…
UK and Canada privacy watchdogs investigating 23andMe data breach
Privacy watchdogs in the U.K. and Canada have launched a joint investigation into the data breach at 23andMe last year. On Monday, the U.K,’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) […]
‘Disaster’: Ex-Microsoft security expert torches Windows’ new ‘Recall’ feature
Cybersecurity experts are warning users about Microsoft’s new AI-powered Recall feature.
Microsoft being investigated over new ‘Recall’ AI feature that tracks your every PC move
Microsoft Recall is concerning to cybersecurity experts and at least one government body so far.
UK data protection watchdog ends privacy probe of Snap’s GenAI chatbot, but warns industry
The UK’s data protection watchdog has closed an almost year-long investigation of Snap’s AI chatbot, My AI — saying it’s satisfied the social media firm has addressed concerns […]
How to blur your home on Google Street View (and why you should)
Google Street View likely has photos of your home, but you can request to have them blurred out. Here’s a step-by-step guide to requesting Google blur your house.
Uber Eats courier’s fight against AI bias shows justice under UK law is hard won
On Tuesday, the BBC reported that Uber Eats courier Pa Edrissa Manjang, who is Black, had received a payout from Uber after “racially discriminatory” facial recognition checks prevented […]
A Contender For 2024’s Breakout RPG
As my fearsome archer walks across a bustling sand-coated bazaar, my coin purse must be jingling, because countless town folk are vying for my attention. Nestled on a mountain top, this dust-coated medieval market city is abuzz with activity. A fully clothed, purring cat-man beckons me towards his stall, tail swaying…
ICO confirms data breach probe as UK councils remain downed by cyberattack
Three local councils in the United Kingdom continue to experience disruption to their online services, a week after confirming a cyberattack had knocked some systems offline. The councils […]