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Google’s Pixel 11 Explained: 7 Things to Know Before Upgrading
Google unveiled the Pixel 11 lineup with deeper Gemini integration, Tensor G6, AI camera tools, higher prices, and seven years of software support. The post Google’s Pixel 11 Explained: 7 Things to Know Before Upgrading appeared first on TechRepublic.
UK Considers Tighter DNA Screening Rules Over AI Bioweapon Risks
The UK is considering tighter synthetic DNA screening and AI research controls to reduce biological threats without hindering legitimate research. The post UK Considers Tighter DNA Screening Rules Over AI Bioweapon Risks appeared first on TechRepublic.
Honor Launches Robot Phone in China With a 200MP Moving Camera
Honor’s Robot Phone pairs a 200MP moving gimbal camera with flagship Android hardware, but its price and mechanical design bring trade-offs. The post Honor Launches Robot Phone in China With a 200MP Moving Camera appeared first on TechRepublic.
Apple in Talks to Pay Publishers for Siri AI Content
Apple is reportedly weighing multiyear publisher deals with variable payments to supply current news and information for Siri AI. The post Apple in Talks to Pay Publishers for Siri AI Content appeared first on TechRepublic.
Gemini Becomes Google’s 14th Product to Reach 1B Monthly Users
Google says Gemini has surpassed 1 billion monthly active users, making it the company’s 14th product to hit the milestone as AI adoption accelerates. The post Gemini Becomes Google’s 14th Product to Reach 1B Monthly Users appeared first on TechRepublic.
Foxconn AI Server Demand Drives 35% Profit Jump
Foxconn's profit rose 35% as AI servers crossed a major revenue milestone, giving infrastructure buyers a clearer signal of where supply pressure is building. The post Foxconn AI Server Demand Drives 35% Profit Jump appeared first on TechRepublic.
What Is Free on ChatGPT in 2026?
ChatGPT Free includes far more than basic chat. Here's what you can use without paying, where the limits apply, and when an upgrade makes sense. The post What Is Free on ChatGPT in 2026? appeared first on TechRepublic.
OpenAI Brings ChatGPT, Work, and Codex to Linux in Desktop Preview
OpenAI’s ChatGPT desktop app reaches Linux in preview, combining ChatGPT, Work, and Codex for supported Ubuntu, Debian, and Fedora systems. The post OpenAI Brings ChatGPT, Work, and Codex to Linux in Desktop Preview appeared first on TechRepublic.
A Farmer Trusted AI’s Advice. It Cost Him 25 Acres of Crops
A Chinese farmer reportedly lost nearly 25 acres of sesame after following AI pesticide advice, highlighting the risks of trusting chatbot recommendations. The post A Farmer Trusted AI’s Advice. It Cost Him 25 Acres of Crops appeared first on TechRepublic.
Pixel 11 AI Features: Google’s Biggest Gemini Push Yet
Google’s Pixel 11 adds proactive Gemini tools, live translation and AI camera features. Here’s what buyers should know about limits and pricing. The post Pixel 11 AI Features: Google’s Biggest Gemini Push Yet appeared first on TechRepublic.
England and Wales Courts Ban Meta Smart Glasses Over Recording Risks
Courts in England and Wales will hold Meta smart glasses at entry amid recording concerns, adding to scrutiny of camera-equipped wearables. The post England and Wales Courts Ban Meta Smart Glasses Over Recording Risks appeared first on TechRepublic.
Bernie Sanders Urges OpenAI, Anthropic and Meta to Pause Advanced AI Development
Bernie Sanders urged OpenAI, Anthropic and Meta to pause advanced AI development, citing safety incidents and warning Congress could intervene. The post Bernie Sanders Urges OpenAI, Anthropic and Meta to Pause Advanced AI Development appeared first on TechRepublic.
Galbot’s S1 Robot Can Work for Up to 8 Hours and Change Its Own Battery
Galbot’s S1 humanoid robot can operate for up to eight hours and autonomously swap its battery, bringing around-the-clock factory work closer. The post Galbot’s S1 Robot Can Work for Up to 8 Hours and Change Its Own Battery appeared first on TechRepublic.
As AI safety concerns mount, three pioneers make the case for staying open
At Ai4, three of the world's most respected AI experts—Geoffrey Hinton, Fei-Fei Li, and Andrew Ng—debated regulation, open-source access, and how America can compete as China advances in Asia.
South Korea Targets Moon Landing, Quantum Breakthroughs by 2030
South Korea has put quantum, space, energy, biotech, and critical-materials targets on one national roadmap, including a robotic Moon landing in 2030. The post South Korea Targets Moon Landing, Quantum Breakthroughs by 2030 appeared first on TechRepublic.
Lovable Raises $400M at $13.3B Valuation as Enterprise Use Grows
Lovable’s $13.3 billion valuation puts a bigger spotlight on enterprise vibe coding as more employees gain tools to build and deploy software. The post Lovable Raises $400M at $13.3B Valuation as Enterprise Use Grows appeared first on TechRepublic.
AI Job Losses in Australia Explained: Why the Numbers Tell a More Complicated Story
AI isn't causing mass job losses in Australia yet, but slower hiring and shifting employment trends reveal how the workforce may be changing. The post AI Job Losses in Australia Explained: Why the Numbers Tell a More Complicated Story appeared first on TechRepublic.
China’s Fengwu AI Forecasted Typhoon Landfall Five Days Ahead
China is testing AI weather models including Fengwu, Pangu and Fuxi as researchers explore faster forecasting for typhoons and extreme weather. The post China’s Fengwu AI Forecasted Typhoon Landfall Five Days Ahead appeared first on TechRepublic.
French Publishers Challenge Google AI Search Over Content Licensing
French publishers are asking France’s competition watchdog to decide whether Google AI Overviews and AI Mode must be negotiated separately from existing publisher licensing agreements. The post French Publishers Challenge Google AI Search Over Content Licensing appeared first on TechRepublic.
Could AI Increase Fossil Fuel Emissions in APAC Oil and Gas?
AI is expanding across APAC oil and gas operations, but new research suggests productivity gains could undermine emissions reductions even as operators deploy technology to improve efficiency. The post Could AI Increase Fossil Fuel Emissions in APAC Oil and Gas? appeared first on TechRepublic.
