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WhatsApp launches 'incognito' conversations with AI chatbot

United Kingdom, May 14 -- WhatsApp has launched a new "incognito" mode for conversations with its AI chatbot, allowing users to have private exchanges that are not stored or accessible by the company.... Read More


Google launches new feature to prevent users from doomscrolling

United Kingdom, May 14 -- Google has launched a new feature aimed at reducing doomscrolling by forcing users to pause before opening selected apps. The tool, called Pause Point, introduces a 10-secon... Read More


One in seven people in UK using AI chatbots instead of doctors for medical advice

United Kingdom, May 14 -- One in seven people in the UK are now using AI chatbots instead of visiting a GP for medical advice, according to new research highlighting growing concerns over the technolo... Read More


Cate Blanchett launches non-profit organisation to tackle AI image theft

United Kingdom, May 13 -- Cate Blanchett has launched a non-profit organisation aimed at helping artists and the public prevent AI companies from using their work and identities without permission. T... Read More


Spotify launches 'Your Party of the Year(s)' campaign to mark 20th anniversary

United Kingdom, May 13 -- Spotify has launched a new personalised fan experience to celebrate its 20th anniversary, giving users a detailed look back at their listening habits over the years. The fea... Read More


Charli xcx becomes Nothing's first Global Ambassador

United Kingdom, May 13 -- Charli xcx has become the first Global Brand Ambassador for Nothing as part of a new partnership that also sees the pop star join the company as a shareholder. The collabora... Read More


Netflix sued by Texas over user spying claims

United Kingdom, May 12 -- Netflix has been sued by the state of Texas over claims it secretly collected user data without consent and used "addictive" platform features to keep viewers engaged. Texas... Read More


ChatGPT adds mental health emergency alerts feature

United Kingdom, May 12 -- OpenAI has launched a new ChatGPT safety feature designed to alert trusted friends or family members when users appear to be experiencing a serious mental health crisis. The... Read More


Over a third of new podcasts are AI-generated

United Kingdom, May 12 -- More than a third of all newly uploaded podcasts are now believed to be generated using artificial intelligence, according to new industry figures highlighting the rapid rise... Read More


Instagram switches off end-to-end message encryption

United Kingdom, May 11 -- Instagram has axed end-to-end encryption for direct messages - meaning private chats on the platform are no longer protected by the extra layer of security. The feature, kno... Read More