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Microsoft unveils quantum computing breakthrough
Speed Read Researchers say this advance could lead to faster and more powerful computers
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Claws, motherships and shotguns are just some of the latest drone technology
The Explainer Beyond just surveillance, drones can now be used for a wide array of purposes
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OpenAI announces ChatGPT Gov for government use
Speed Read The artificial intelligence research company has launched a new version of its chatbot tailored for the US government
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Blood minerals in DR Congo
Under the Radar Battle for control of DRC fuelled by increasing demand for minerals such as coltan and cobalt, crucial in smartphones and laptops
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What is the future of the International Space Station?
In the Spotlight A fiery retirement, launching the era of private space stations
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2024: the year of the X-odus
IN THE SPOTLIGHT How a year of controversy turned social media juggernaut X into 2024's hottest platform to leave
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How domestic abusers are exploiting technology
The Explainer Apps intended for child safety are being used to secretly spy on partners
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Electric Dreams: a 'nerd's nirvana' at Tate Modern
The Week Recommends 'Poignant' show explores 20th-century art's relationship with technology
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The pros and cons of self-driving cars
The Explainer Examining what it would mean to let AI take the wheel
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Spotify Wrapped: a slave to the algorithm?
Talking Point Some listeners aren't convinced by the streaming platform's AI features – or what they say about their music habits
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The pros and cons of virtual reality
Pros and cons The digital world is expanding, for better and for worse
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Google Maps gets an AI upgrade to compete with Apple
Under the Radar The Google-owned Waze, a navigation app, will be getting similar upgrades
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Teen suicide puts AI chatbots in the hot seat
In the Spotlight A Florida mom has targeted custom AI chatbot platform Character.AI and Google in a lawsuit over her son's death
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'We might need to fiddle with our technology more than we think'
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