Elon Musk and other technology leaders support the idea of universal basic income (UBI) as artificial intelligence (AI) causes companies to lay off workers. Some lawmakers are doubtful about this plan.
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Tech billionaires like Elon Musk back universal basic income.
Universal basic income means giving everyone a fixed amount of money regularly.
Layoffs are increasing due to the use of artificial intelligence in companies.
Some politicians do not agree with the idea of universal basic income.
Discussions about UBI are happening alongside other important political news.
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Google plans to invest at least $10 billion in the AI company Anthropic, with the possibility of increasing the investment to $40 billion if Anthropic meets certain goals. This follows a recent $5 billion investment by Amazon, and both deals value Anthropic at $350 billion.
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Google’s investment in Anthropic starts at $10 billion and could reach $40 billion based on performance.
Amazon also recently invested $5 billion in Anthropic with options for more investment later.
Both Google and Amazon’s investments value Anthropic at $350 billion.
Anthropic creates AI products like Claude Code, which helps make software development faster and more efficient.
Demand for Anthropic’s AI services has grown rapidly, causing outages and other issues.
Anthropic and its investors are working to handle high demand by limiting usage during busy times and changing service plans.
Google and Amazon are providing special computer chips and cloud computing power to help Anthropic expand.
Established tech companies invest in AI startups to support growth and also benefit from selling their products and services.
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There was an unauthorized access to a very powerful artificial intelligence (AI) model, but the owners say no harm was done. This event has raised concerns about how AI is controlled worldwide and who can access it.
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A powerful AI model was accessed without permission.
The owners stated the access was not used for harmful purposes.
The incident increased worries about AI technology falling into the wrong hands.
Experts from UCLA, Counterpoint Research, and the United Nations discussed global AI control.
The discussion focused on how different countries and organizations regulate AI.
The event highlights the challenges of managing advanced AI technologies safely.
Control of AI is an important issue because of its growing influence in society.
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The game "Resident Evil Requiem" has sold over seven million copies since its release on February 27, 2026. It has the highest completion rate of any "Resident Evil" game on Steam and PS5 so far, making it an important success for the series.
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"Resident Evil Requiem" was released on February 27, 2026.
It sold over 7 million units.
The game has the highest completion rates in the series on Steam and PS5 (about 70% on Steam, 67% on PS5).
"Resident Evil 2 Remake" sold 15.9 million units as of late 2025.
"Resident Evil 4 Remake" sold 12.2 million units as of late 2025.
The series was revived with "Resident Evil 7: Biohazard."
The game is available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, and PC via Steam.
The development team celebrated the milestone with themed cakes related to the game characters.
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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) clarified that its ban on foreign-made consumer routers also includes portable hotspot devices but does not cover phones with hotspot features. Companies must get special permission to import and sell new hotspot devices not previously approved by the FCC.
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The FCC's ban on foreign-made consumer routers covers portable or mobile MiFi Wi-Fi hotspot devices meant for home use.
Mobile phones that have hotspot features are not included in the ban.
Devices already approved and sold in the US before do not need new exemptions to continue being imported or sold.
The FCC defines routers broadly to include various consumer networking devices like residential routers, LTE/5G customer premises equipment, and residential gateways that combine modem and router functions.
Industrial, enterprise, and military networking equipment are not affected by the ban.
Other devices excluded from the ban include analog telephone adapters, femtocells, and optical network terminals.
The ban comes from a directive by President Donald Trump focused on reducing foreign technology due to national security concerns.
Netgear and Eero have received exemptions allowing them to continue importing and selling some devices.
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Some top university websites have been exploited by scammers who used old and unmonitored internet settings to host porn and scam pages. This problem happens because university staff do not properly update or remove web addresses that are no longer in use.
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University websites like Berkeley, Columbia, and Washington University had subdomains showing porn and scam content.
Scammers took over these old, unused web addresses linked to the universities.
The issue happens because the DNS records (which connect web names to servers) are not cleaned up after subdomains are deactivated.
Universities often have many subdomains created by different groups and lack a central system to manage or remove them.
Searching for terms like “porn” on these university websites reveals many hijacked pages.
Only a few universities have fixed these problems after they were exposed.
Even after cleanup, Google search results can still show the bad links unless the URLs are removed from the index.
Experts recommend that any organization keep a detailed list of all subdomains and regularly check which ones are active to prevent such hijacking.
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Samsung executives are concerned the company might lose money selling smartphones for the first time in 2026. The rising cost of memory and storage components, driven by demand for AI technology, is making phones more expensive to produce.
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Samsung’s mobile division head TM Roh warned of a possible net loss on smartphones in 2026.
Despite strong sales of the Galaxy S26, rising prices of DRAM and NAND memory are increasing costs.
Memory and storage now make up a larger share of smartphone component costs, especially RAM.
AI advancements require much more memory, pushing up hardware prices across the tech industry.
Samsung’s semiconductor division is very profitable, earning $38 billion in Q1 2026.
Production of DRAM and other memory may not meet demand in 2027, potentially falling short by 40 percent.
Samsung has raised prices on mid-range and premium phones, such as the Galaxy A37, A57, and Z Flip 7.
Budget phones are becoming more expensive due to higher component costs, challenging the low-cost phone market.
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TikTok and Visa have introduced a new debit card for UK content creators to help them get paid faster for their earnings on TikTok Live. The card links to creators' TikTok accounts and allows quicker access to money earned from virtual gifts and brand deals.
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The debit card is for TikTok content creators in the UK who make money through TikTok Live.
TikTok Live lets creators broadcast video in real time and receive virtual gifts from viewers, which convert into cash.
Users often wait days or weeks for payments to clear, causing money flow problems.
The new card is virtual, has no sign-up fee, and can be applied for through the TikTok app by users aged 18 and over.
It helps creators manage earnings separately from their personal bank accounts but is not a full business bank account.
Research shows almost half of creators experienced late payments, affecting their work.
The card can also be used for other income sources like brand partnerships.
TikTok Live and similar platforms are building systems to support the growing creator economy, which Visa estimates could be worth $500 billion globally by 2027.
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The UK government greatly underestimated the carbon emissions from AI data centers, now estimating they could produce up to 123 million tonnes of CO₂ over the next 10 years. This new figure is much higher than the previous estimate and raises concerns about the environmental impact of expanding AI infrastructure.
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New data shows AI data centers in the UK could emit up to 123 million tonnes of CO₂ by 2035.
This amount of emissions is similar to what 2.7 million people generate over 10 years.
Earlier government estimates claimed emissions would peak at only 0.142 million tonnes in one year but were removed.
AI data centers use much more electricity than regular data centers and mostly rely on fossil fuels.
The planned AI expansion could cause 0.9% to 3.4% of the UK’s total emissions from 2025 to 2035.
Emission levels depend on improvements in AI efficiency and how quickly the UK moves to cleaner energy.
An independent watchdog and news group exposed the government’s low estimates, prompting the revision.
Officials have made no public comment on the updated figures.
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At the Beijing Auto Fair, Chinese carmakers showcased new self-driving car technologies, focusing on electric and autonomous vehicles. Companies like Huawei and Xpeng are investing heavily in software to make hands-free driving a reality, while car exports from China are growing despite a drop in domestic sales.
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The Beijing Auto Fair is the world’s largest car show, covering 380,000 square meters.
Chinese car companies dominate the domestic electric vehicle (EV) market and are expanding globally.
Huawei plans to invest up to 80 billion yuan (£8.7 billion) over five years in autonomous driving technology.
Companies are developing AI systems that allow voice commands for parking, making reservations, and adjusting car settings.
China’s domestic car sales dropped by 17% in early 2024 after subsidy programs ended.
China’s car exports rose by over 60% in the first quarter of 2024.
Chinese automaker Chery aims to reach 10 million global sales annually by 2030.
Geely plans to launch thousands of robotaxis worldwide next year, competing with US companies like Waymo.
China lacks nationwide regulations for driverless cars, and safety standards are still being developed.
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French authorities are investigating unusual temperature spikes recorded by a weather sensor at Paris’s Charles de Gaulle airport, which were used to settle bets on the online platform Polymarket. The spikes triggered payouts totaling about $34,000, but there is no confirmed evidence of tampering despite video claims circulating on social media.
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On April 6, the temperature sensor showed a sudden 4°C increase in 12 minutes, reaching 22.5°C, before dropping again.
Another similar temperature spike occurred on April 15, reaching 22°C for a short time.
Users who placed bets on Polymarket based on these readings won large sums—$14,000 and $20,000 respectively.
The Polymarket betting platform is blocked and banned in France.
No nearby weather stations reported similar temperature spikes at those times.
French meteorological agency Météo France filed an official complaint about suspected tampering with the weather sensor data.
A viral video suggesting a man used a hairdryer to fake the temperature spike has not been verified and is not connected to the investigation.
Authorities are focused on investigating the irregular data itself and have not confirmed any method or suspect of interference.
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NASA has stopped its Lunar Gateway space station project around the Moon after finding corrosion in two key living modules. The damage would have delayed the project beyond 2030, so NASA decided to pause it and focus on lunar surface missions instead.
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The Lunar Gateway is a planned space station orbiting the Moon for exploration and technology testing.
The first modules were supposed to launch between 2022 and 2026 but faced delays.
NASA announced in March it was pausing the Gateway to concentrate on Moon surface missions.
Corrosion was found in the two delivered living modules, HALO and I-HAB.
Corrosion discovery was confirmed by NASA’s administrator during a Congressional hearing.
Northrop Grumman, a U.S. company, is repairing the HALO module due to a "manufacturing irregularity."
The HALO module’s structure was built by European company Thales Alenia Space.
The corrosion problem would have pushed the Gateway project’s timeline well beyond 2030.
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UK cyber security officials recommend people stop using passwords and switch to passkeys to protect their online accounts. Passkeys use device-based security features like fingerprint or face recognition and can be safer than passwords because they are unique to each website and harder to steal.
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The UK's National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) now suggests using passkeys instead of passwords for online security.
Passkeys do not require you to remember a secret code; they use digital keys stored on your device.
Passkeys work with technology like Face ID on iPhones or Face Unlock on Google Pixel phones.
They use public key cryptography, which means one key stays on your device and one on the service you use.
Passkeys protect against phishing and hacking because only the device owner can access the account.
Apple, Google, and X (formerly Twitter) have started to support passkeys.
Passkeys may be more secure than multi-factor authentication but are not perfect; losing your device can cause access problems.
Not all websites and platforms yet allow passkey use, which slows full adoption.
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Meta announced it will reduce its workforce by 10 percent while investing heavily in artificial intelligence (AI) products. The company plans to cut jobs and close 6,000 open positions starting May 20.
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Meta will cut 10 percent of its employees.
The job cuts will begin on May 20.
Meta is investing billions of dollars in AI technologies.
About 6,000 open job positions at Meta will be closed.
The announcement was made through an internal memo by Janelle Gale, Meta’s Chief People Officer.
Bloomberg published the memo with these details.
Meta is focusing on AI as a key part of its future business strategy.
The decision reflects changes in company priorities and economic conditions.
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The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) now recommends using passkeys instead of passwords for logging into apps and websites. Passkeys are digital keys stored on your device that use facial recognition or a PIN to verify your identity, making them harder to steal than traditional passwords.
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Passkeys replace passwords and are stored securely on your smartphone or device.
They use biometrics (like face recognition) or device PINs to confirm your identity.
Passkeys cannot be stolen through phishing attacks, unlike passwords.
Each online account has a unique passkey, so breaches don’t expose other accounts.
Passkeys can sync across your devices for convenience.
The NCSC says many users can set up passkeys in security settings or when creating new accounts.
Over 50% of Google users in the UK already have passkeys registered.
Experts advise keeping your device PIN private and using good cyber habits like two-factor authentication.
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Apple CEO Tim Cook announced he will step down in September and hand over leadership to John Ternus, the company’s senior vice president of Hardware Engineering. During Cook’s 15 years as CEO, Apple introduced successful accessories like AirPods and the Apple Watch that complemented existing products but did not revolutionize industries like earlier Apple devices.
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Tim Cook will leave his role as Apple CEO in September 2024.
John Ternus, a 25-year Apple employee and senior vice president of Hardware Engineering, will become the new CEO.
Cook became CEO in 2011, succeeding Steve Jobs.
Under Cook, Apple focused on improving and expanding its product ecosystem rather than making breakthrough devices like the iPhone or iPad.
Popular products introduced under Cook include AirPods, Apple Watch, HomePod, Apple Pencil, Apple TV, and CarPlay.
These products often serve as add-ons that enhance experience with existing Apple devices.
Apple’s newer products have had mixed success, with some flopping and others staying popular through ongoing updates.
Cook’s Apple emphasized financial success and steady product improvements over radical innovation.
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Pet fitness trackers are devices made to monitor pets’ health and activity, similar to wearable tech for people. Some experts say these gadgets help spot health problems early, while others warn they can be costly and cause unnecessary worry if users misinterpret the data.
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The pet fitness tracker market could grow to $450 million by 2035.
Owners use trackers to monitor pets’ steps, heart rate, sleep, and activity levels.
One owner used a tracker to adjust anxiety medicine for his deaf and sight-impaired dog.
Some veterinarians say trackers cannot replace professional vet advice and may cause needless concern.
Companies claim their devices can alert owners to health changes before symptoms become obvious.
Trackers can help manage pet weight by encouraging appropriate activity.
AI technology can help interpret the data to give more accurate health advice.
About half of dogs are overweight, increasing vet costs, and trackers may support better weight control.
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Meta and Microsoft are cutting thousands of jobs as they focus more on artificial intelligence (AI) to improve productivity. Meta will lay off about 8,000 employees and close 6,000 open roles, while Microsoft will offer voluntary retirement to about 7% of its US workers. Both companies say AI is reducing the need for some hiring.
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Meta plans to cut 10% of its workforce, about 8,000 employees, and close 6,000 job openings.
Microsoft is offering voluntary retirement to about 7% of its roughly 125,000 US employees.
Meta and Microsoft say AI advancements are helping reduce hiring needs.
Meta’s CEO Mark Zuckerberg said in January that AI is making some jobs unnecessary.
Microsoft’s AI chief Mustafa Suleyman predicts AI could replace most office jobs in 12 to 18 months.
Over 92,000 workers in the tech sector have lost jobs in the first four months of 2026.
Some experts say companies may be using AI as an excuse to cut jobs due to economic pressures.
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President Trump’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has a plan to promote advanced recycling, a process that can break down plastic waste into its basic parts. This method could help reduce plastic pollution by turning plastics back into new materials more effectively than regular recycling.
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The EPA under President Trump supports a process called advanced recycling.
Advanced recycling can break plastic waste down to its original chemical components.
This method offers a way to "undo" plastic by allowing it to be reused in new products.
Conventional recycling mainly involves melting and reshaping plastics, which has limits.
Advanced recycling could help reduce the amount of plastic pollution in the environment.
The plan aims to promote innovation in plastic waste management.
This approach may create new ways to recycle plastics that are harder to process with older methods.
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Several major tech companies are announcing large job cuts in 2026 to focus more on artificial intelligence (AI). Meta, Microsoft, Amazon, Oracle, and Block are reducing staff to invest more money and resources into AI development and improve company efficiency.
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Meta will cut 8,000 jobs, about 10% of its workforce, and cancel hiring for 6,000 open positions.
Microsoft offered buyouts to about 7% of its U.S. employees, mainly targeting senior workers with long tenure.
Amazon announced it will cut 16,000 jobs following earlier cuts of 14,000 roles in 2025.
Oracle informed thousands of employees that their jobs ended immediately as part of organizational changes.
Block plans to cut nearly half of its workforce, over 4,000 jobs, due to advances in AI reducing the need for staff.
These layoffs reflect a wider tech industry trend, with private-sector tech layoffs increasing by 15% last year and 40% during the first three months of 2026.
Companies are shifting resources to AI infrastructure and development, with Meta expecting its spending to rise up to 87% in 2026, and Amazon investing billions in AI startup Anthropic.
The changes are driven by a need to stay competitive and improve efficiency amid rapid AI advancements.
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