McDonald’s removes AI ordering technology after viral videos show comical mishaps and bizarre orders.

Booking.com warns of rising travel scams fueled by AI, urging two-factor authentication and vigilance against phishing attacks.

Starbucks struggles with price hikes, boycotts, and protests, leading to a 3% drop in sales in the US market.

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.

Telecoms firms are embracing AI to manage network demands and improve customer service, with the potential to democratise access to specialist tools and make networks more efficient and environmentally friendly.

Italian car company fined $6.4 million for falsely branding Chinese-made vehicles as Italian.

US states consider banning smartphones in schools due to concerns over children’s dependency and negative effects on mental health.

Seventeen, a K-pop boyband with 13 members, is set to make history at Glastonbury, breaking barriers for the genre in the UK.

Mnemba Island’s coral reef has been successfully restored through a conservation project, thanks to collaboration between the local community, sustainable tourism group &Beyond, the Africa Foundation, and the Zanzibar government.

Hiker rescued after 10 days in California mountains, surviving on water from his boot and wild berries.

A massive factory fire in South Korea claims 22 lives after lithium batteries explode.

Africa’s passionate Formula 1 fans are demanding a race on the continent, with Kenya hosting lively viewing parties and female fans taking on active roles in the sport.

A project in Mozambique is partnering with local communities to restore forests and combat deforestation.

Japan turns to AI to address labor shortage, but recognizes the importance of human workers.

Coral reefs worldwide are facing their fourth mass bleaching event due to record ocean heat, threatening their survival and the ecosystems they support.

Elon Musk visits Beijing to discuss bringing Full Self Driving to Tesla cars in China, amid competition and challenges.

Amateur fossil collectors play a crucial role in paleontology, as demonstrated by the discovery of the largest marine reptile ever found.

Chinese companies are increasingly using Mexico as a gateway to the US market, taking advantage of its strategic location and bypassing trade restrictions.

AI is revolutionizing the computer games industry by reducing costs, enhancing creativity, and personalizing the gaming experience.

Former Paralympian John McFall is working with the European Space Agency on a groundbreaking study to determine if it is feasible for someone with a physical disability to live and work in space.