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DWP finds Copilot saves civil servants a whopping 19 minutes a day
: Tool speeds up searches and first draft emails, becomes 'comfort blanket' for Whitehall workers (19:16 | register)
Whether they are building agents or folding proteins, LLMs need a friend
interview: AI pioneer Vishal Sikka warns to never trust an LLM that runs alone (16:28 | register)
Clouds rush to deliver OpenClaw-as-a-service offerings
: As analyst house Gartner declares AI tool comes with unacceptable cybersecurity risk and urges admins to snuff it out (10:27 | register)
Too much AI for some, too little for others: Why AMD can't win with investors
: A diverse portfolio is usually a good thing, except when AI is the only thing (07:51 | register)
For once, Supermicro has dodged drama and just delivered datacenters
: Single customer accounted for 63 percent of surging revenue (07:51 | register)
AI agents can't yet pull off fully autonomous cyberattacks but they are already very helpful to crims
: Don't relax: This is a 'when, not if' scenario (04:43 | register)
GitHub ponders kill switch for pull requests to stop AI slop
updated: Code community site begins to see that AI could drive people away (01:53 | register)
Four horsemen of the AI-pocalypse line up capex bigger than Israels GDP
AIpocolypse: Amazon, Google, Meta, Microsoft eye $635B in infrastructure spend (Tegnap | register)
UK names Barnsley as first Tech Town to see whether AI can fix... well, anything
AI-pocalypse: South Yorkshire becomes ground zero for nationwide experiment with £500K seed funding (Tegnap | register)
Europe shrugs off tariffs, plots to end tech reliance on US
: Governments and businesses respond to Trump pressures by upping spending in domestically controlled infrastructure (Tegnap | register)
Supermarket sorry after facial recognition alert flags right criminal, wrong customer
: System worked as intended, but staff then kicked out innocent bystander (Tegnap | register)
DIY AI bot farm OpenClaw is a security 'dumpster fire'
: Your own personal Jarvis. A bot to hear your prayers. A bot that cares. Just not about keeping you safe (Tegnap | register)
Firefox makes AI optional, like it probably should have been all along
: Users can disable every generative feature in one click not everyone wants a chatbot bolted to their tabs (Tegnap | register)
DWP considers chatbot work coaches as AI-fueled job losses loom
AI-pocalypse: Benefits system trials automation amid growing interest in universal basic income (Tegnap | register)
Romanian rail workers accused of bribery turned to ChatGPT for legal tips
: Corruption probe takes detour as staff facing trial reportedly asked AI if seat-blocking scams caused financial damage (Tegnap | register)
Elon Musk merges xAI into SpaceX to spread universal consciousness via a sentient sun
: Burning Man woo woo values House of Grok at $250 billion (Tegnap | register)
Amazon can't build AI capacity fast enough, throws another $200B at the problem
: 'As fast as we install this AI capacity, we are monetizing it,' says Amazon CEO Andy Jassy (Tegnap | register)
Atlassian swears it can handle AI without blowing out costs, or being swamped
: CEO feels under-appreciated amid year-long value slump (Tegnap | register)
Ex-Googler nailed for stealing AI secrets for Chinese startups
: Network access from China and side hustle as AI upstart CEO aroused suspicion (Csü. | register)
OpenAI chases business bucks with confusingly named Frontier platform
: IPO, were halfway there: AI, livin on a prayer (Csü. | register)
Helping AI agents search to get the best results out of large language models
The EnCompass system runs AI agent programs by backtracking and making several attempts, finding an LLMs best set of outputs. It lets programmers easily experiment with different search strategies so they can work with AI agents more efficiently. The work was led by researchers at MIT CSAIL and Asar... (Csü. | mit)

Autonomous cars, drones cheerfully obey prompt injection by road sign
: AI vision systems can be very literal readers (Csü. | register)
Backblaze says AI traffic and neoclouds could shape future networks
: The western US saw the most activity overall (Csü. | register)
Feeling taxed by layoffs, IRS turns to AI helpers
: Fewer humans, more bots - just in time for filing season (Csü. | register)
Snowflake bets $200M that OpenAI makes databases more chatty
: Cuts out the Azure middleman with multi-year deal for 'tighter alignment' (Csü. | register)
Anthropic apes OpenAI with cheeky chatbot commercials
: The Claude maker wants you to know about ChatGPTs ad plans (Csü. | register)
Want digital sovereignty? That'll be 1% of your GDP into AI infrastructure please
: Analyst predicts massive spend on domestic AI stacks (Csü. | register)
Microsoft spends billions on AI, converts just 3.3% of Copilot Chat users
: CEO talks momentum while paid uptake remains minimal (Csü. | register)
OpenClaw patches one-click RCE as security Whac-A-Mole continues
: Researchers disclose rapid exploit chain that let attackers run code via a single malicious web page (Csü. | register)
Microsoft declares 'reliability' a priority for Visual Studio AI
: Perhaps a little less focus on AI would help as well? (Csü. | register)
Curse of AI to push up PC prices as memory and CPU shortages bite
: Component supply is being diverted toward datacenters, squeezing the consumer market (Csü. | register)
Microsoft sets Copilot agents loose on your OneDrive files
: AI helpers can now rummage through multiple documents (Csü. | register)
Britain courts private cash to fund 'golden age' of nuclear-powered AI
: Framework aims to lure investors into powering the compute boom (Csü. | register)
AI datacenter boom triples US gas power builds, filling the air with more CO2
: Reduce emissions? Screw that - we have money to lose and memes to generate (Csü. | register)
Dow Chemical says AI is the element behind 4,500 job cuts
ai-pocalypse: The 129 year old chemical company uses Palantir-rival C3's AI as its software of choice. (Csü. | register)
Musk distracts from struggling car biz with fantastical promise to make 1 million humanoid robots a year
: To what end? Who knows? Tesla isn't even using them in its own factories yet (Csü. | register)
IBM says AI is insane in the mainframe as z17 sales surge
: Big Blue leaning on software smarts to modernize COBOL estates and cut costs (Sze. | register)
Anthropic cements its position as the not-OpenAI with no-ads pledge
: As profit-starved AI companies scramble to monetize chat interactions, Claude bets on trust (Sze. | register)
Microsoft engineer speedruns Raspberry Pi magic smoke in five minutes
: Only cool dudes should wear a HAT backward
I tested 3 affordable OLED TVs from LG, Samsung and Philips side-by-side heres which one Id buy
Affordable but excellent OLED doesn
This DJI Mini 3 Fly More Combo Drone films in 4K and its 20% off this weekend
It shoots crystal clear vertical videos that can go straight to your socials.
I test smart lights for a living, and these are my top 3 Philips Hue smart lights to brighten up any space
Give your space a smart glow-up
I tested the Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 LAB for two months photo assignments will never be the same again
A third of the price of Nikon
Ive used the DXRacer Martian Pro for three months and dont want to sit in another gaming chair ever again
The DX Racer Martian Pro is a tech-filled gaming chair that offers worthwhile comfort upgrades.
Apple could soon allow AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini to appear on CarPlay
A new report suggests Apple is thinking about opening up CarPlay to more AI bots, though Siri won
Crime 101 writer-director Bart Layton reveals his Mount Rushmore of crime genre movies: 'they're endlessly brilliant and rewatchable'
Bart Layton lifts the lid on his all-time favorite crime movies and how they inspired his new Chris Hemsworth-starring film.
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Why agentic AI and unified commerce will define ecommerce in 2026
Agentic AI and unified data redefine scalable ecommerce operations
20+ Valentines Day gifts your husband wont see coming
Get him something he never even knew he needed.
Your local shopping mall could be about to get a major overhaul - LG reveals next-gen displays and screens coming to a store near you, including both ultra-high...
From paper-thin screens to towering LEDs, LGs latest retail technology points to a different kind of mall experience
AT&T is taking the fight to Verizon and T-Mobile with the strongest pair of iPhone deals I've seen at the carrier yet
These two deals are unusually good at AT&T right now
I tried a running watch for a month after years of running without one here are 5 things I've learned
One month with the Coros Apex 4 running watch how did it compare to my phone?
Slow, clunky, and just plain annoying in ways Id completely forgotten I switched from Windows 11 to Windows XP for a week, and it was a disaster
Sick of Microsoft
England vs Wales Free Streams: How to watch Six Nations 2026 online, TV Channels, Preview
All the ways to watch England vs Wales live streams online including for FREE in the 2026 Six Nations Round 1 clash at Twickenham.
The Trump phone seems to be real after all and we just got our best look yet at it
Trump Mobile executives have shown off the latest look of the Trump T1 phone in an interview with The Verge.
Love the caricature trend? 9 more viral ChatGPT image prompts to try.
All work and no play makes ChatGPT a dull bot.
Speed Skating at Winter Olympics 2026 Free Streams: TV Channels, Schedule & Preview
All the ways to watch Winter Olympics Speed Skating 2026 live streams for FREE, with all the drama and elegance you
I've owned OLED TVs for a decade but the new RGB mini-LED sets have me itching to switch sides
No one loves OLED TVs more than I do, but even this self-emissive zealot is at a tipping point.
Italy vs Scotland Free Streams: How to watch Six Nations 2026 online from anywhere, TV Channels, Preview
All the ways to watch Italy vs Scotland live streams online including for FREE as Rome hosts a crucial 2026 Six Nations fixture.
Snowboarding at Winter Olympics 2026 Free Streams: TV Channels, Medal Events & Preview
All the ways to watch Winter Olympics snowboarding 2026 live streams for FREE, with 11 events across five disciplines taking place in Livigno.
Apples 2017 MacBook Air is now 80% off
An older model, priced for lighter workloads.
How businesses can unlock the true value of modern log management
Unlocking business insight through modern log management
Ski Jumping at Winter Olympics 2026 Free Streams: TV Channels, Medal Schedule & Preview
All the ways to watch Winter Olympics ski jumping 2026 live streams for FREE, with Norway, Finland and Austria all chasing gold
Desiccant vs compressor dehumidifier: 3 key differences you need to know
These two kinds of dehumidifier do the same job but work in different ways.
Alpine Skiing at Winter Olympics 2026 Free Streams: How to watch online from anywhere
All the ways to watch Winter Olympics alpine skiing 2026 live streams for FREE, as Austria hopes to add more medals to their collection
Freestyle Skiing at Winter Olympics 2026 Free Streams: TV Channels, Medal Events
Fifteen freestyle skiing events combining speed, technique and stunning tricks
This new home energy system works while you sleep - and can shave nearly £1000 off UK electricity bills, with no upfront costs
New battery subscription service promises lower UK electricity bills
Luge at Winter Olympics Free Streams: Full Schedule, TV Channels & Medal Events
All the ways to watch Winter Olympics luge 2026 live streams for FREE, as Germany hopes to complete another gold medal whitewash.
Have your say: tell me what you want from the Samsung Galaxy S26
What can Samsung do to make you pay attention to the Galaxy S26 family when it launches?
We've only scratched the surface on what we can do: how the NFL and AWS are working together to make the sport safer than ever
We speak to the NFL and AWS on how tech is making the sport safer
There's a sneaky way to watch the T20 World Cup 2026 for free
India are among the favorites to claim the T20 World Cup on home soil
Seeing BAFTA-winning game music live was an experience I think any gaming fan would love
Seeing the some incredible game music live is...well... a game-changer
'Lethal' and 'magical' Palantir tech is in demand by Pentagon, China, Middle East, CEO says
: Less popular in Canada and Northern Europe
If you're not playing music in the shower every morning, I think you need to start, because some of the greatest waterproof speakers I've tested are on sale rig...
Some of the best waterproof speakers around are on-sale, here are my top picks.
The tech titans who show up in the Epstein files
Jeffrey Epstein had a network of tech leaders at his fingertips.
Upgrade aging PCs with Windows 11 Pro for $12.97
Built for newer features and better performance
Cross-Country Skiing at Winter Olympics 2026 Free Streams: How to watch online from anywhere in the world
All the ways to watch Winter Olympics cross-country skiing 2026 live streams for FREE, as the world
How to watch 2026 Winter Olympics highlights it's *FREE*
Missed any of the action, you can stream highlights for free from anywhere
Google staff call for firm to cut ties with ICE
More than 900 Google employees signed a letter opposing company links to federal immigration actions.
What will Nvidia think? Intel CEO confirms GPU building will continue as it looks to stake a claim in the most lucrative industry around right now
Intels renewed GPU effort combines in-house manufacturing, strategic hires, and CPU leverage to compete with Nvidias dominance
Worried about winter EV range loss? Brutal test reveals the 10 hardiest models you can buy and Tesla only just made the list
A brutal new EV test in -23.8F temperatures has revealed the world
Bitcoin price climbs Friday, but can it continue? Experts are skeptical.
We explore the latest ups and downs (mostly downs) in the crypto market.
Uber ordered to pay $8.5m over claim driver raped passenger
The verdict is expected to influence the outcome of thousands of other cases against the ride hailing firm.
Worried you cant wow your loved one with a Valentines day latte? Ive found the perfect automatic coffee machines for you even if your milk-frothing game is as m...
Tired of collapsing foam and milk spatter? Ive assembled all of my favorite automatic coffee machines for reducing the fuss when frothing coffee.
Now that's a mega drive - WD reveals plans to launch 40TB HDD, and it's planning on getting to 100TB sooner than you might expect
WD lays out how Dual Pivot and HAMR could finally push hard drives into the 100TB era
2026 TVs are on the way soon, so there's no better time to buy a 2025 model here are my top 4 picks as a TV expert
Black Friday and Prime Day are good times of year to buy a new TV, but don
We called them 'the best-sounding open-ear buds yet' and now the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds are down to a record-low price
Save $100 on someof our favorite open-ear earbuds
'That's actually Chris Hemsworth': Crime 101 writer-director reveals why the Marvel star did all of his own stunts in the new heist thriller movie
Bart Layton has confirmed that Chris Hemsworth is "truly behind the wheel" during the crime movie
The Muppets have always known how to break the internet
From Rizzo's "Blinding Lights" cover to chicken-backed pop performances, the internet can't get enough of "The Muppet Show."
Create a totally rad 80s workspace with my 36 home office finds
Colorful, carefree home office gear from cool executive chic to post-modern design.
How to watch Melania can I stream the First Lady's Amazon documentary online?
The First Lady shares her personal life and relationships
OpenAI unveils GPT-5.3-Codex, which can tackle more advanced and complex coding tasks
GPT-5.3-Codex is about more than just writing code
How to watch SuperSport from anywhere
Home to the Six Nations, the T20 World Cup, UCL and EPL soccer and more in South Africa, here
From MagSafe to a Dynamic Island and beyond, how likely are these iPhone 17e rumors?
The iPhone 17e now has a rumored release date, and many possible specs have also leaked, but how likely are these claims?
Give your home office a touch of class with IKEA's lights and accessories in slate blue and brass from just $4
Affordable ways to make working from home feel like an indulgence
Disney+ has lost Dolby Vision and HDR10+ in some countries, and the US could be next it says 'technical challenges', but a report says patents are to blame
Reports say Dolby Vision and HDR10+ are disappearing from Disney+ in Europe and there
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms introduces the trial of 7. Whos on each side?
Who's on Team Dunk, and who's on Team Aerion?
A rare win for RAM buyers Corsairs 32GB Vengeance DDR5-6000 kit is heavily discounted at Newegg right now
Save nearly $60 on this 32GB Corsair Vengeance DDR5-6000 kit at Newegg
HP CEO prints final page after six years, moves to PayPal
: Multimillion-dollar tenure could have bought a couple of crates of toner
Anthropic says its new Opus 4.6 platform found over 500 previously unknown high-severity security flaws in open-source libraries during testing
New version is significantly better than the previous one, Anthropic says, urging defenders to deploy it ASAP.
Last-minute Super Bowl upgrade: the 85-inch Sony Bravia 3 TV is at its best price ever
If you need a bigger TV, now's the time to buy.
Samsungs The Terrace 55-inch outdoor TV is $600 off
Its water-resistant, anti-glare, and bright enough to watch during the day.
Grab the Bose Ultra Open earbuds in any color for their best price ever
Save $100 on the best-sounding open-ear headphones.
Skip the Apple Watch 11 I tell everyone to buy the Apple Watch SE 3 instead, and here's why
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TCLs gigantic 98-inch QM6K mini LED TV is on sale for half off save $1,500
Huge TV, huge discount.
Conduent data breach might have been much worse than initially expected
Tens of millions of people are most likely affected
These cheap DualSense accessories are a fixture of my PS5 setup and prove you don't have to throw money around to improve your game
Ever since I started using Kontrol Freek
Dr. Squatchs Briccd Up soap is back (and on sale)
In an era of random brand collaborations, this one actually makes sense. Heres how to get the "Magnum" bar and free condoms before V-Day.
Baldur's Gate to be turned into TV series - without the game's developers
The show will be made by Craig Mazin, who co-created the acclaimed game adaptation The Last Of Us.
Top investment platform hit in data breach - over 1.4 million Betterment accounts exposed
Betterment accounts were not compromised, but users might start getting phishing emails.
Stay prepared with the Oupes Guardian 6000 power station for its best price yet
Whether you're going off-grid or dealing with an outage, this is a must-have.
How rising complexity is reshaping the role of data center services
Why services will define the future of the data centers
Amazon Prime members are being treated to 21 games in February, including free access to Tiny Tina's Wonderlands and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Ord...
The next batch of free games for Amazon Luna has been revealed for February, and it includes Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
I tested Samsungs outrageously fast 500Hz OLED gaming monitor and it blew my mind but theres a huge catch
27 inches and 500Hz of outrageous OLED speed comes at a price
Starbucks is giving out free coffee on Monday, Feb. 9 heres how it works
No matter who wins Sunday's Big Game, everyone scores on "Starbucks Monday."
Save Up to $50 on the best entry-level VR headset in the world right now
Fantastic specs at temptingly low price
Get the iRobot Roomba 104 for $70 less at Amazon
It vacuums, mops, and empties its own trash bin for up to 75 days.
Everything we know about HBOs Baldurs Gate show
Where will the series begin? And who's making it? Let's go.
Find all your lost items with a pack of 2nd Gen Apple AirTags for their best price yet
Toss one in your bag or wallet and go.
I ran the London marathon with this Garmin watch, and it's half price right now just in time for your own training plan
I can personally attest to its marathon credentials
More RAM misery? The bad news keeps coming as analyst firm warns of an 'unprecedented and record-breaking surge' with price hikes
If you thought the RAM crisis was levelling off, think again the next couple of months could be seriously painful.
'With RPGs, it's all about offering players things that they only get to experience in the game' Sea of Remnants creative director outlines vision behind upcomi...
I sit down with the product lead of Sea of Remnants to discuss the production of the massive upcoming free-to-play game.
"Weirder than Bill Gates and Steve Wozniak put together": Japan's answer to Steve Jobs predicted personified computers, smartphones and AI in 1984 through a six...
In 1984, Sunao Takatori used his sixth-sense to imagine a vision of computing that feels strikingly familiar today.
'It's a marathon, not a sprint' VPN Trust Initiative cracks down on complacency with new annual audit rules
VPN providers now need to obtain the VTI Trust Seal badge every year to be recognized as secure and ethical products
These are the VPNs youll want to consider for Super Bowl weekend
Looking for a VPN for Super Bowl LX? Here are our top picks.
The silent DNS malware thats redefining email and web-based cyberattacks
Legitimate sites harbor hidden malware
OpenAI introduces Frontier, an easier way to manage all your AI agents in one place
OpenAI Frontier is a central AI agent management platform that works with any agent and across any environment.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is the only Bethesda game coming to Nintendo Switch 2 that will have a physical edition cartridge
Bethesda has confirmed that only one of its games coming to Nintendo Switch 2 will offer a Game Card in its physical editions.