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OpenAI boss says world 'right to be afraid' but should trust AI firms
Sam Altman and other tech CEOs say there are incentives to limit advancements in AI, as fears grow over the threats it poses to humanity.
AI app ads promoting 'objectification of women' banned by watchdog
The ad regulator said it had "zero-tolerance" for ads promoting AI tools that could sexualise or objectify women.
Pubs in England and Wales to allow digital ID apps to prove age
New rules introduced on Tuesday mean establishments will be able to accept digital ID apps alongside physical documents.
Valve's Steam Frame is excellent - but at over £1,000 is VR still too expensive?
The BBC's Tom Gerken is hands-on with the latest virtual reality headset.
What is AI, how does it work and why are some people concerned about it?
AI is transforming modern life, but not without worry for some that it may be abused or have an adverse environmental impact.
Why are there concerns AI could threaten humanity, and how real are they?
Existential fears about AI have once again reared their head - here's what you need to know.
Trump downplays warnings of AI risks, citing rivalry with China
The US president said "negative forces" were airing concerns about "things that won't happen".
Questions mount over what an AI 'slowdown' would look like
While pacing AI development might sound like a quick fix, it is far from an easy solution.
AI staff 'genuinely frightened' for humanity's future, ex-Anthropic researcher tells BBC
It comes as the AI firm's boss has called for the technology's development to be slowed down, citing "serious" risks.
Anthropic boss Dario Amodei calls for AI development to slow down
The call comes amid growing concerns that AI models may become able to inflict serious damage worldwide.
PlayStation gambles with 18-rated Wolverine game - will it pay off?
The BBC's Tom Gerken plays the hotly anticipated superhero game from Spider-Man makers Insomniac.
UK government rejects 'kill switch' idea for dangerous AI
The Cabinet Office, which leads on AI safety, says the UK "cannot simply turn AI off".
Does this AI comic make you laugh?
Comedian Garrett Millerick has created an AI avatar based on his own material. Is it any good?
What should children learn in a world transformed by artificial intelligence?
Scammers demand money from Instagram users over fake copyright claims.
AI can only communicate in languages that it's been trained on.
The government agency that's encouraging high-risk and high-reward research.
Shiona McCallum meets mums and hospital staff trialling a new assisted birth innovation.
Laura Cress has the highlights from Gamescom, the biggest gaming convention in the world.
New technologies measuring forests and exclusive access to a hacker rehab programme.
Highlights from the Esports World Cup in Paris and how to build a gaming PC.
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