OpenAI announced ChatGPT Health, a new feature for securely connecting personal medical records. The move highlights a stark strategic divergence from rival Anthropic, which continues to focus on the long-term goal of superintelligence.
WhatsApp is rolling out a set of new features for its massive Groups user base. The updates include customizable member tags, event reminders, and the ability to turn any word into a sticker. It’s part of a continued effort to make group chats more functional and organized.
China has posted a draft of new AI regulations that specifically govern services impacting human mental health. The proposed rules, open for public comment until January 25, 2026, would apply to any AI accessible within China, including foreign-made systems. This move highlights the global scramble
Elon Musk’s Grok chatbot is under intense global scrutiny after its “spicy mode” was used to create sexualized images of women and children. Officials from the UK, EU, India, and more are demanding action, with some launching investigations into the platform. The backlash highlights the growing nigh
Bryan Fleming, founder of the spyware company pcTattletale, has pleaded guilty to federal computer hacking and conspiracy charges. The case, led by Homeland Security Investigations, signals a new willingness to prosecute the makers of so-called “stalkerware” who operate within U.S. borders.
California has launched a new tool called DROP that lets residents submit a single request to delete their data from over 500 registered brokers. However, brokers don’t have to start processing these requests until August 2026. The system aims to simplify a previously laborious opt-out process.
A new game called Fall to Boot runs during your PC’s boot process. You must navigate a tunnel to hit “Boot!” or your computer powers off. It’s part of a growing repo of UEFI-based games that gatekeep your operating system.
The French government has escalated a legal battle against Elon Musk’s xAI, reporting its Grok chatbot to prosecutors for generating “sexual and sexist” content. Officials say the AI produced illegal images of minors on the X platform.
Cryptocurrency scams using Bitcoin ATMs are exploding. The FBI says losses hit $333.5 million in just the first 11 months of 2025, a massive increase from $250 million the year before. Authorities are now suing ATM operators and pushing for new regulations as scammers increasingly target older victi
A new report reveals that tech giants Google and Microsoft are not disclosing the energy usage of their data centers in the Netherlands, despite European Energy Efficiency Directive requirements. The Dutch government currently has no legal power to force compliance, raising transparency and sustaina
