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Honeybees could help humans communicate with aliens, scientists say
Communication with non-intelligent entities has nearly been impossible for humans. However, a group of Australian scientists has optimistically signalled towards this possibility for humans to...
International The News - Jan 13, 2026 8:11am EST
Warhammer maker reports record sales and shuns AI in favour of ‘human creators’
The Nottingham-based business revealed that it does not allow AI to be used in its design processes.
Evening Standard - Jan 13, 2026 8:09am EST
Meta's Leadership Overhaul: Dina Powell McCormick Takes Charge Amid Job Cuts
Meta has appointed former Trump adviser Dina Powell McCormick its new president and vice chairman as the social media titan faces apparent leadership overhaul geared towards AI infrastructure
International Business Times - Jan 13, 2026 7:50am EST
iPhone 17 to get a big price drop, here’s how you can buy it for Rs 74,999 – Firstpost
Flipkart’s Republic Day Sale makes Apple’s latest flagship more affordable, with discounts and bank offers bringing the iPhone 17 down to Rs 74,999. Check the offer here.
First Post - Jan 13, 2026 6:30am EST
Apple confirms iPhone attacks as millions remain unprotected - what you need to know
Apple warns iPhones are at risk from sophisticated spyware, but millions of users remain unprotected
Evening Standard - Jan 13, 2026 6:09am EST
ADSW 2026: There is no AI without energy, and the UAE is planning for that future
Explore how the UAE is positioning itself at the forefront of the AI revolution by integrating energy solutions at ADSW 2026. Discover Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber's vision for a future where computational power and energy supply align to drive global growth.
Gulf News - Jan 13, 2026 5:53am EST
This app asks 'Are You Dead?' Every 48 hours, and millions are downloading it
Discover the app that's sparking global conversations: 'Are You Dead?' prompts users every 48 hours to confirm they're alive, addressing the loneliness epidemic in urban China. With millions of downloads, it's more than a trend—it's a wake-up call.
Gulf News - Jan 13, 2026 4:05am EST
Paramount sues Warner Bros., plans to nominate directors to its board
Paramount Skydance sued Warner Bros. Discovery on Monday, demanding more information on a rival $82.7 billion deal with Netflix and escalating an already...
Daily Sabah - Jan 13, 2026 3:48am EST
Pentagon is embracing Musk's Grok AI chatbot as it draws global outcry
NPR - Jan 13, 2026 1:51am EST
From White House to Meta: Dina Powell McCormick becomes Meta's president and vice chairman
Explore how Dina Powell McCormick, a seasoned political adviser and finance executive, is set to lead Meta's AI initiatives and global strategies, bridging the gap between technology and politics with her unique expertise.
Gulf News - Jan 13, 2026 1:05am EST
Malaysia and Indonesia become the first countries to block Musk’s Grok over sexualized AI images
Toronto Star - Jan 12, 2026 10:26pm EST
Trump says Microsoft will make changes to ensure consumers don't pay for power used in AI buildout
President Trump said in a social media post that Microsoft will "make major changes beginning this week" to make sure Americans don't see rising energy costs.
CNBC - Jan 12, 2026 9:46pm EST
OpenAI acquires health-care technology startup Torch for $60 million, source says
Torch CEO Ilya Abyzov previously co-founded Forward, a direct-to-consumer primary care business that did patient visits with tech-enabled "CarePods."
CNBC - Jan 12, 2026 8:04pm EST
New app 'Are You Dead?' from China works as check-in tool for people living alone
A new app is going viral in China that helps people who live alone to check in with their friends and family. Users hit a green button on the app daily and if there's no response will reach out to the emergency contacts. NBC News' Steven Romo looks at the app's popularity and what it says about wider issues.
NBC News - Jan 12, 2026 8:03pm EST
Apple’s Gemini deal a win for Google, but will it make your iPhone smarter?
Apple has been extremely cautious when it comes to using AI and is hoping Google’s raw resources will help it close the gap on its rivals.
Sydney Morning Herald - Jan 12, 2026 7:53pm EST
Elon Musk's X faces bans and investigations over nonconsensual bikini images
NPR - Jan 12, 2026 6:07pm EST
Paramount sues WBD over Netflix deal. WBD says Paramount’s price is still inadequate.
WBD calls Paramount's lawsuit "meritless" and its offer deficient.
Ars Technica - Jan 12, 2026 5:52pm EST
UK targets Elon Musk’s X with fines and possible ban over Grok deepfake abuse
The U.K.'s communications regulator, Ofcom, launched a formal investigation into Elon Musk's X platform following reports of AI chatbot Grok creating illegal deepfake images.
Fox News - Jan 12, 2026 5:50pm EST
Google will power Apple’s next Siri with Gemini AI in multi‑year deal
Apple taps Google’s Gemini models and cloud to supercharge Siri and Apple
Gulf News - Jan 12, 2026 5:50pm EST
