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War game finds global tensions could undermine solar geoengineering rules
A war game on solar geoengineering found that international tensions and competing interests could overwhelm attempts to govern the technology responsibly. The exercise matters because private companies and influential figures are increasingly discussing ways to cool the planet by reflecting sunlight, while governments may soon face decisions about whether and how to regulate such efforts.…
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Burnham backs down on Russia-Brexit claims as inquest ordered for murdered teen
The Prime Minister has retreated on Russia-Brexit interference claims after swift backlash. A coroner has ordered a full inquest into the murder of Sheffield teenager Harvey Willgoose, whilst TFG retailers deal with a cyber-security breach.
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NetBSD draws support from users seeking an operating system without AI-generated code
NetBSD is attracting renewed attention from people who want a free, open-source operating system that avoids AI-generated code, as AI adoption spreads across much of the Linux world. The project reported a record 120 donations in one month, raising more than twice its stated target and offering a rare funding boost for a volunteer-led software…
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AFL orders Sportsbet to remove AI videos featuring players without consent
The AFL has ordered its official gambling partner Sportsbet to cease using AI-generated content featuring players without their consent. The company had created videos depicting high-profile athletes delivering lines from films, television shows and speeches—such as Lachie Neale reciting a Snoop Dogg acceptance speech or Will Ashcroft screaming a line from Ozark—designed to boost engagement…
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High-speed footage shows detached bee stingers pumping venom autonomously
High-speed video has revealed how a honey bee’s detached stinger can keep pumping venom after the worker bee flies away. The finding explains how the stinger works as an autonomous delivery system and adds detail to how different animals have evolved to inject venom. The stinger’s two lancets slide back and forth inside a chamber,…
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Elgato enters portable microphone market with £99.99 Wave Go
Elgato has launched the Wave Go, a £99.99 wireless microphone aimed at mobile content creators and vloggers. The device marks Elgato’s entry into the portable creator microphone market, directly challenging competitors like DJI’s Mic Mini whilst expanding its range beyond desktop-focused hardware. The Wave Go is remarkably compact at just 7 grams, approximately the size…
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Apple updates the HomePod mini with more audio features and new colors
Apple has announced the HomePod mini 2, an updated smart speaker with new audio features and colour choices. It goes on sale on 30 October, but the promised AI version of Siri will not be available at launch, and Apple has not said when it will arrive. New features include lighting effects that match album…
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Bellway chief says first-time buyer scheme could lift output by 10%
Bellway’s chief executive has said the new Your First Home scheme could increase the builder’s annual house output by 10%, potentially driving completions back to 10,000 homes per year. The government initiative, announced recently by Andy Burnham, is designed to support first-time buyers with income and price caps, addressing England’s chronic housing shortage by making…
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TFG London Cyber-Attack Disrupts Three UK Fashion Brands, Exposing Customer Data
TFG London is investigating a cyber-security incident affecting IT systems linked to Hobbs, Whistles and Phase Eight. Its shops remain open, though some website functions may be unavailable; the episode adds to a series of reported cyber-attacks affecting fashion retailers. The company said it does not believe customers’ payment information was affected and has not…
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TFG London probes cyber-attack that may have exposed customer data
TFG London, owner of Hobbs, Whistles and Phase Eight, is investigating a cyber-attack on the three UK brands’ websites and IT systems that may have exposed customer data. Stores remain open, but online orders have been paused as a precaution, disrupting services while the company responds. The incident was identified on Sunday, and TFG has…