
AI Fuels Rise in Travel Scams, Warns Booking.com
Booking.com warns of rising travel scams fueled by AI, urging two-factor authentication and vigilance against phishing attacks.


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.

Safety concerns over Indian spices arise as investigations reveal potential contamination with cancer-causing pesticide.

A goose incited a power failure affecting 1,715 homes in Barnard Castle.

Josh Kerr set a new world benchmark by breaking the mile record.

AI is not a job-stealer, but people who don’t adapt to it may be.

New trials address misuse of goalkeeper timeouts in football strategy.

A viral incident with a Waymo taxi underscores ongoing skepticism about the safety of driverless vehicles.

Apple’s sales have continued to decline, with revenues dipping 1% to $89.5bn in the three months.

The highly anticipated trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) has been revealed, featuring a female protagonist named Lucia and a Miami-inspired Vice City setting, but fans will have to wait until 2025 for its release.

The Panama Canal is facing a critical water shortage, leading to reduced ship traffic and potential long-term implications for global trade.

Forge Valley School’s new ban on smart devices aims to enhance student engagement and social interactions.

Protesters’ soup-throwing at the Mona Lisa highlights calls for food system reform and sustainability.

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.

Helicopter footage captures giant cracks in Iceland’s surface, indicating increased volcanic instability and potential eruption.

Gus, a T. rex fossil, became the priciest dinosaur ever at $50.1 million.

IT crises can lead to chaos, as seen with the airline industry’s global disruption due to a botched software update, emphasizing the need for manual processes as backups.

Merriam-Webster’s word of the year, “polarization,” captures the deep divisions shaping the 2024 election.