Shut it all down? Microsoft research suggests AI usage is making us feel dumber – but you don’t need to panic yet

Microsoft and Carnegie Mellon University published research that says AI is causing “the deterioration of cognitive faculties”The study involved 319 people who use AI tools at work at least once…

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BTC Inc and Sora Ventures join management of HK Asia Holdings deepening Bitcoin strategy

Today, Sora Ventures and its affiliates assumed board control of Bitcoin-focused HK Asia Holdings following the filing of director appointments. Effective Feb. 12, 2025, the filing marks a transition from holding…

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Renault’s hyper-efficient concept car swaps pedals for fighter jet controls – and it could catch on

The Renault Filante concept car is aiming for electric efficiency recordsSingle-seater commits all controls to steering yokeRenault’s director of advanced design says it could be seen on future carsThe new…

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Amazon will now be sending shoppers straight to a brand’s website when it doesn’t stock their products

Some Amazon Shopping app users are being redirected to other sellers’ websitesSome external sellers will still work with ‘Buy with Prime’More US customers could get the feature soonDespite being the…

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Google Family Link is the best free app for parents – and it just got a great school-time upgrade

Google has just upgraded its helpful Family Link service for parentsIt now lets you reduce distractions on your kids' phone during school hoursFamily Link has also been given a big…

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Cybercrime is helping fund rogue nations across the world – and it’s only going to get worse, Google warns

Google's Threat Intelligence report says cybercrime worse than everHealthcare is yet again a top target for cyberattacks Nation-state actors are using cybercrime to raise moneyDespite widespread coverage of cyberattacks from…

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