
Meta Unveils Personality-Driven Chatbots in AI Arms Race
Meta’s new chatbots for Messenger will have “personality” and specialize in specific subjects, as the chatbot arms race among tech companies continues.


Meta’s new chatbots for Messenger will have “personality” and specialize in specific subjects, as the chatbot arms race among tech companies continues.

Cambridge tech firm develops smart trap to detect bedbugs and alert hotels and travel companies.

Google’s president for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, Matt Brittin, stresses the importance of responsible development in AI technology, as the company partners with the University of Cambridge to establish the Centre for Human-Inspired AI, focusing on areas such as robotics, healthcare, and climate change.

Authors George RR Martin and John Grisham are suing OpenAI over claims that their copyright was infringed to train the language model, ChatGPT.

Virtual influencers like Noonoouri are breaking into the music industry, raising concerns about the role of AI and the future of human artists.

Birkenstock’s IPO raises doubts about its future, but the brand’s popularity and collaborations have transformed its image.

Amazon plans to introduce drone deliveries in the UK by the end of 2024, aiming to deliver parcels in under an hour.

Family sues Google over man’s death after driving off collapsed bridge, alleging failure to update maps.

“Monk mode” is gaining popularity as people seek to limit social media use and increase productivity in an increasingly distracting digital world.

Top songwriters embrace AI as a useful tool in the creative process, but believe it cannot replace the artistry and human emotion in making music.

The US government has issued its first-ever fine for space junk to Dish Network, highlighting the increasing concern over the growing amount of debris in orbit.

A man in Surrey, England, has trained his home cameras to repel foxes and badgers that were fouling in his garden, using high-frequency sounds triggered by machine learning.

African leaders propose global carbon tax regime to help poorer nations cope with climate change.

Assassin’s Creed Mirage offers an authentic experience with Arabic dialogue and a focus on 9th Century Baghdad.

Nearly half a billion small electrical items, known as “Fast Tech,” were thrown away in the UK last year, making them the fastest-growing type of e-waste.

The oceans have reached their highest recorded temperature, surpassing the previous record set in 2016, according to the EU’s climate change service Copernicus.

Blue LEDs have revolutionized lighting and visual displays, enhancing fan experiences and transforming landmarks with stunning light shows. Ongoing research and development promise even more advancements in LED technology.

Hotels are using technology like monitoring devices and trained dogs to detect and prevent bedbug infestations.

Amazon is testing humanoid robots called Digit in its US warehouses to automate operations and “free up” employees, but critics argue that automation has already resulted in job losses and that Amazon treats its workers like robots.

Major online companies form coalition to combat fake reviews, sharing information and best practices to deter fraudsters.

Bayeux Tapestry arrives at British Museum in “wonderful state.”

MySpace’s potential relaunch generates interest among nostalgic users and market experts.

A former Tesla employee leaked data to a German newspaper, raising concerns about the safety of the company’s self-driving technology.

Severe air pollution is obscuring the majestic Himalayas, threatening tourism and local livelihoods in Nepal.

A massive egg theft in Pennsylvania raises eyebrows amid soaring prices linked to bird flu.

Researchers may have discovered why some people experience headaches after drinking red wine, suggesting that a compound called quercetin found in red grapes may interfere with how the body metabolizes alcohol.

Iceland declares state of emergency as risk of volcanic eruption increases, leading to evacuation of Grindavík.

Plane gets stuck under a bridge in India, local truck drivers help free it.

Ivory Coast and Nigeria’s footballers are being rewarded with cash, villas, and honors after the Africa Cup of Nations final, signaling positive change in the treatment of players and potentially more World Cup spots for African teams.

Heavy snowfall and thundersnow have caused travel chaos and dangerous conditions in northern US states.

The absence of snowfall in Kashmir has devastated the region’s tourism industry and threatens its economy and water supply.

A massive iceberg capsizes near Ilulissat, creating significant waves.

UK property expert Rob Dix has created a digital clone of himself using AI software to answer questions and take on some of his workload, joining a growing trend of individuals using AI clones to scale their availability and provide instant responses to followers or clients.

The rise in demand for electricity from data centers, AI, and cryptocurrency is driving the exploration of neuromorphic computers, which imitate the brain’s structure and function, offering potential gains in energy efficiency and performance.

Filmmakers stumble upon 128-year-old shipwreck while searching for invasive mussels, capturing footage that adds to maritime history.