Last Friday, Microsoft announced it will invest USD10 billion (~RM40 billion) in Japan over the next four years to build artificial intelligence (AI) data centres and related infrastructure. So, what should you know about it?

Malaysia is stepping up its push into artificial intelligence with a new initiative to train 300000 Malaysians in AI-related skills by 2029. The programme is a collaboration between MyDIGITAL Corporation and Oracle, aimed at accelerating the country’s digital transformation and building a future-ready workforce.

Yes, you read the title right. OpenAI has reportedly put its plans for a sexually explicit chatbot on hold indefinitely, stepping back from what was shaping up to be one of its more controversial product experiments. The decision comes amid growing concerns over the societal and reputational risks tied to releasing such a feature.

According to a study by Stanford University, it assesses how AI’s tendency to be patronising (sycophancy) can have negative effects on users. That said, what should you know about it?

Recently, Wikipedia updated its content guidelines to prohibit the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to generate or rewrite articles. So, what should you know about it?

According to The Star, a group of teenagers used AI-powered tools to generate explicit fake images of their classmates. These images were then circulated through messaging platforms, causing distress among victims and raising concerns among parents, schools, and authorities.

After some time, Samsung has officially expanded its Samsung Browser beyond mobile devices, launching a Windows version that introduces cross-device continuity and new agentic AI features. The move marks a significant shift in Samsung’s software strategy, extending its browser into a broader ecosystem play that connects smartphones and PCs more seamlessly.

Recently, Meta was ordered by a New Mexico court to pay a USD375 million (~RM1.5 billion) penalty for misleading users about child safety on its Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp platforms. That said, what should you know about it?

Recently, the National Water Research Institute of Malaysia (NAHRIM) reported that Malaysian oceans are currently experiencing a significant increase in surface temperature due to the effects of climate change involving chemical shifts and warming of seawater.

We have talked about the rising cost of smartphones this year. But today, a new report highlighted by Android Authority suggests that average smartphone storage capacity will continue to increase in 2026, even as component prices climb. According to market research firm TrendForce, average storage across smartphones is expected to rise by about 4.8% this year.