Useful Local Travel Apps to Download Before You Go Abroad
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A.I. Agents: They’re Fun. They’re Useful. But Don’t Give Them the Credit Card.
New A.I. bots can do more than just chat. They can edit files, send emails, book trips and cause trouble.
Researchers uncover iPhone spyware capable of penetrating millions of devices
2 hacking tools show that sophisticated malware that can steal data, cryptocurrency wallet information is flourishing A person holds Apple’s new iPhone 17 series at an Apple store in Taipei, Taiwan, September 19, 2025 PHOTO: REUTERS A powerful software exploit capable of penetrating and stealing information from potentially hundreds of millions of Apple iPhones was … Read more
LUMS secures Gates Foundation grant to launch Pakistan’s first National AI Hub
Initiative will focus on maternal, newborn, and child health while acting as a long-term platform for other challenges Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) was awarded a major multi-year grant from the Gates Foundation on Wednesday to establish Pakistan’s first nationally coordinated Artificial Intelligence (AI) Hub. A press release issued today said the initiative would initially focus … Read more
Silicon Valley Musters Behind-the-Scenes Support for Anthropic
Tech companies have been reluctant to directly confront Trump administration officials over their contract feud with the A.I. start-up.
Google Sits Pretty as A.I. Rivals Compete for Pentagon Favor
The tech giant has been rebuilding its relationship with the Defense Department and is poised to benefit as it sidesteps competitors’ controversies.
How to Follow the Game, Even When You Can’t See It Live
When previous commitments keep you from catching your team on television, keep up with it using free apps that quietly deliver scores and more to your phone.
Greece issues cyber alert as firms scan systems over Iran-linked threats
3D printed models of people working on computers and padlock are seen in front of a displayed “cyber security” words and binary code in this picture illustration taken. PHOTO: REUTERS Greek shipowners and other companies are scanning their computer systems for evidence of cyberattacks after advice from the National Cybersecurity Authority, two sources said on … Read more
Tencent profit rises 16% as gaming leads growth and AI push intensifies
A man walks past the Tencent headquarters in Shenzhen, in China’s southern Guangdong province. PHOTO: AFP Chinese internet giant Tencent on Wednesday reported a 16 percent jump in full-year net profit, with gaming still its main business driver even as the company extends its AI push. Tencent, the world’s largest video game publisher, is competing … Read more
Silicon Valley Bet on War. The Bets Are Paying Off.
After years of criticism and financial risk, Palantir, Anthropic and small start-ups are generating rewards from their investments in defense tech.