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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
Jacob Coxon tells the BBC that there's a strong chance AI could end humanity if the rate of development is not reined in.
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.
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Shiona McCallum meets mums and hospital staff trialling a new assisted birth innovation.
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?
Anthropic blocks possible attempt to use AI to make biological weapons
The revelations in Anthropic's threat intelligence report come after a former top researcher at the company warned of the risks of AI to humanity.
Can Europe recharge its battery industry?
Europe has some promising battery tech, but can it make up ground lost to Chinese battery giants?
UK needs new laws for AI in healthcare, says watchdog
The technology will soon be routinely used within the NHS, MHRA chief Lawrence Tallon tells the BBC.
Google picks Finland for its largest single investment in Europe
The US tech giant says the €13bn data centre project will create tens of thousands of jobs.
White House pulls Tetris-style 'Build The Wall' game after copyright concern
The Tetris Company says it takes "copyright infringement very seriously" and is not involved with the game.
Anthropic researcher believes more than 10% chance AI 'could kill all humans'
It is the latest in a series of increasing warnings about the safety threat posed by artificial intelligence.
Meta continues to run ads promoting child sexual abuse material in India - report
The report follows a BBC Eye investigation that found Instagram running paid ads promoting such material in India.
Should promotion depend on how workers use AI?
More companies are tying career progression to AI use: is that fair?