Technology

China’s AI companion rules restrict virtual relationships for children and require providers to address risks including emotional dependency and self-harm.

Scientists have questioned a prize-winning video presented as showing cilia in a child’s airways. Its creator says AI helped visualise images but did not generate the footage.

Google has released Gemini 4 Argon, a new AI model initially limited to cybersecurity experts because of its vulnerability-finding capabilities. [Source 1]

Meredith Whittaker is to be honoured by the Amsterdam university for her work on AI, privacy and digital rights.

The FTC has confirmed an inquiry into potential consumer risks from AI companies. Information requests are planned as the watchdog examines product safety.

WhatsApp is introducing optional tools to help parents manage teenagers’ privacy and group settings without giving them access to private conversations.

The White House has put a value of more than $23m on six technology partnerships announced earlier in September, covering education, tools and expertise.

A reported household hub would bring home controls and personal information onto one screen, while showcasing Apple’s new Siri AI assistant.