Anthropic research shows AI agents are “self-improving” without human guidance

Anthropic researchers have demonstrated an automated system capable of developing techniques to reduce problematic behaviour in artificial intelligence models.
29 August 2026

GTA VI: Here's everything we know after the big Netflix preview

Rockstar Games has given players their most detailed look yet at Grand Theft Auto 6, revealing new gameplay systems, expanded character interactions and a more sophisticated approach to police pursuits in its highly anticipated blockbuster.
28 August 2026

Life-size Lego Koenigsegg sets speed record at 111km/h

A life-size Lego Technic recreation of the Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear has reached 111 km/h, or 69 mph, setting a record for the fastest drivable full-size Lego car.
27 August 2026

AI assistant startup Instinct reaches $2.5bn valuation after $250m funding round

AI personal assistant startup Instinct has raised $250 million in a new funding round that values the company at $2.5 billion, highlighting investors' continuing appetite for AI agents designed to carry out everyday tasks on behalf of users.
27 August 2026

Stability AI raises $76m as entertainment groups back generative AI company

Stability AI, the company behind the Stable Diffusion image-generation model, has raised $76 million in a Series B funding round backed by some of the world's largest entertainment companies.
27 August 2026

AI agents force cyber insurers to rethink what counts as an attack: report

Cyber insurers are reviewing their policies as autonomous AI agents raise difficult questions about what should be covered, according to a recent report by Reuters.
27 August 2026

The Dolly Parton we will remember

Celebrate country icon Dolly Parton, whose legacy spans East Tennessee to global hearts with classics like Jolene. Her unmatched songwriting, Imagination Library philanthropy, and unapologetic authenticity redefine stardom, leaving an enduring model of true generosity.
27 August 2026

How solomaxxing is changing the way we look at being alone

Embrace solomaxxing by intentionally enjoying solo dining, cinema trips, and travel from Dhaka cafes to international adventures. Young adults like Sarwat Sameen and Nusrat Kamal reclaim their independence by experiencing life without waiting for partners.
27 August 2026

Can digital closeness ever replace actually being together?

Global connections thrive through digital rituals like voice notes, daily video calls, and group chats spanning Dhaka to Jeddah. While virtual presence keeps distant families close, screen-based intimacy leaves an undeniable emotional void.
27 August 2026

How load shedding is disrupting daily life

Navigating scorching Bangladeshi summers, residents across Dhaka face relentless load shedding, driving up electricity bills while disrupting household water supplies, garment factory production, and student exam preparation amid pervasive financial and emotional anxiety.
27 August 2026

Apple sets September 9 date for next iPhone launch event

Apple has confirmed its next product launch event will take place on September 9.
27 August 2026

Alibaba launches Wan3.0 AI video generation model

Alibaba has launched Wan3.0, its latest artificial intelligence video-generation model, as the Chinese technology group increases investment in AI.
25 August 2026

Google expands Gemini AI for legal sector

Google has expanded its Gemini Enterprise artificial intelligence platform with tools designed specifically for lawyers and law firms.
25 August 2026

UK and Ukraine sign AI defence partnership

Britain and Ukraine have signed a partnership to jointly develop artificial intelligence technology for defence and national security.
25 August 2026

Brazil fines TikTok parent ByteDance over teen data handling

Brazil’s data protection authority, ANPD, has fined ByteDance 153.8 million reais ($29.81 million) for allegedly violating the country’s General Data Protection Law. According to a report by Reuters, the decision was published in the official gazette on Tuesday.
25 August 2026

New Zealand plans to ban social media for under-16s

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said on Monday his party will introduce a bill in Parliament that would ban children under 16 from using social media.
25 August 2026

Xiaomi launches new AI chips made with TSMC

Xiaomi unveiled its in-house Xring O3, O100, and D100 processors manufactured by TSMC for smartphones, AI workloads, and autonomous driving.
25 August 2026

The Gen-Z guide to staying sane during recruitment season

A guide for fresh graduates navigating recruitment season without burnout through tracking systems, feed curation, and tailored interview preparation.
25 August 2026

This website wants to make Bangladesh’s bribe economy visible

GhushSite is tracking what Bangladeshis say when they are asked to pay bribes.
24 August 2026

Nvidia in talks to invest in Perplexity in a funding round: report

Nvidia is in discussions to invest in Perplexity as part of an equity funding round that would value the AI startup at more than $30 billion, The Information recently reported.
24 August 2026