The UK government is investing £55.5 million ($70 million) to improve facial recognition technology as part of a crackdown on shoplifting.
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Apple AI: iPhone, ChatGPT Makers Seek $1 Billion Funding to Build New Artificial Intelligence Hardware
Makers of ChatGPT and iPhone are reportedly seeking funds to create a personal device that would integrate the two.
Ford Issues Urgent Recall of 43,000 SUVs Over Gas Leak Fire Hazard
Ford is recalling 43,000 SUVs due to gas leaks, which could potentially cause fires. The models include the Bronco Sport and Escape with 1.5-liter engines.
The UK Considers Banning Smartphone Sales to Children Under 16 Amid Strong Public Backing
The UK considers banning smartphone sales to under-16s due to rising safety concerns. Recent surveys show strong public support.
TikTok's Resilience Shines as Parent Company, ByteDance's Profits Surge 60%
ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, saw a massive surge in profits in 2023, surpassing industry giants like Tencent and Alibaba Group, despite the TikTok ban in the US.
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The US has approved Ukraine's emergency request to purchase spare parts and repair services for its HAWK missile systems.
A new limited edition of Krispy Kreme-Kit Kat doughnuts is arriving. A new limited edition of Krispy Kreme-Kit Kat doughnuts is arriving. The American multinational doughnut company and coffeehouse chain previously celebrated the solar eclipse by unveiling the all-new Total Solar Eclipse Doughnut.
Fitch Ratings has downgraded the outlook on China's sovereign credit rating from stable to negative.
Donald Trump met on Monday with British Foreign Secretary David Cameron for dinner at the former president's Florida residence, where they talked about the Ukraine war and NATO spending.
The Pentagon has just disclosed that the contract to install Elon Musk's Starlink terminals in Ukraine is valued at $23 million.
Russia and China have announced plans to deepen their security cooperation in Asia and Europe to counter the US' attempts to exert dominance on these regions.
Tesla is no. 1 in a new brand loyalty survey and almost 90% of its customers in the US say they'll buy another Tesla.
Costco has found a lucrative venture in selling gold. Analysts at Wells Fargo estimated monthly sales to reach as much as $200 million.
A recent testing conducted by Consumer Reports has revealed that the widely-used Lunchables have been found to contain elevated levels of lead, as well as sodium.
