Science & Technology

Digital Media Warfare Raises Questions Over the Role of “Trends” in Shaping Truth ——————————————————— Debate is intensifying over the influence of media in the digital age, as the rapid spread of content on social platforms fuels what analysts describe as…

New EU-proposed measures require Google to share search data with rivals ————————— The European Commission on Thursday set out proposed measures that would require Google to provide third-party search engines access to key search data under the EU’s Digital Markets…

EU launches age verification app as Europe moves to restrict children’s access to social media —————————————– The European Union is preparing to roll out a new age verification application aimed at restricting children’s access to social media platforms, as policymakers…

New Study Challenges Traditional Understanding of Supervolcano Systems ———————————- A new scientific study has reshaped understanding of how supervolcanoes form and operate, suggesting their underground magma systems are more diffuse and dynamic than previously believed. Research conducted by the Chinese…

Anthropic’s “Mythos” AI Sparks Cybersecurity Fears as Company Limits Release ——————————— Artificial intelligence company Anthropic has developed a new system reportedly capable of identifying software vulnerabilities across major operating systems and web browsers, raising concerns among cybersecurity experts and policymakers…

Nearly Half of Young German Muslims Hold Radical Islamist Views Driven by AI-Powered Propaganda —————————————— A March 2026 German government-backed study reveals nearly 45% of Muslims under 40 hold overt or latent Islamist views, largely fueled by AI-generated content and…

US Jury Orders Meta to Pay $375 Million Over Child Safety Failures ———————————– A U.S. jury has ordered Meta to pay $375 million in civil penalties after finding the company failed to adequately protect children on its social media platforms,…

Report Warns of AI-Driven Disinformation Targeting Muslims, Opposition in Assam Elections ——————————– A new report has raised alarm over the use of AI-powered disinformation and electoral manipulation targeting the Muslim ‘Miya’ community and opposition leaders ahead of the 2026 Assam…

Some Workers Report Mental Fatigue from Intensive AI Use, Studies Suggest ————————————- Concerns are growing among researchers and workplace analysts that heavy and continuous use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools may contribute to mental fatigue and cognitive strain in some…

Telegram Updates May Improve Access in Restricted Networks ————————————- Telegram has released new app updates that could help users maintain access in countries with internet restrictions, according to independent technical observers. Recent versions for Android and desktop include performance improvements…