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Champion ethical hacker warns AI tools like Mythos could put her out of business
Chompie, one of the world's tops ethical hackers, says AI like Claude Mythos will make it harder for people like her to compete.
May 27, 2026 12:43am UTC

Instagram betting ads featuring Kane and Haaland banned
The advertising watchdog said the adverts featuring top footballers had a strong appeal to under-18s.
May 26, 2026 11:33pm UTC

Starmer vows to act on social media after meeting bereaved parents
Some parents believe whether the government will take strong enough action remains to be seen.
May 26, 2026 4:29pm UTC

The rise of the fruit that tastes like custard
Custard apple plants are prized for their hardiness but exporting their delicate fruit is difficult.
May 25, 2026 11:27pm UTC

AI may speed up search for drugs to treat brain conditions
Researchers hope the work will help identify affordable, effective drugs to treat conditions like MND.
May 22, 2026 9:30pm UTC

Waymo pauses robotaxis in five US cities after cars drive into flooded roads
A Waymo spokesperson said it had expanded the temporary pause "out of an abundance of caution".
May 22, 2026 4:10pm UTC

'At a loss for words' - Destiny 2 fans react to news support is ending
Bungie said the online shooter will get its final update on 9 June but will still be playable.
May 22, 2026 12:16pm UTC

Musk's SpaceX postpones Starship launch as mega share sale looms
It comes just a day after the firm revealed plans for a record-breaking stock market debut.
May 22, 2026 2:57am UTC

Love factually: Dating start-ups promise to cut the cheats
Frustration with fake dating profiles has spurred new dating services with different approaches.
May 21, 2026 11:14pm UTC

UK police bosses say unsafe social media platforms should be blocked for under-16s
The NCA and NPCC say children should be blocked from accessing sites which do not stop them seeing nudes or being contacted by strangers.
May 21, 2026 11:07pm UTC