Cyprus plans to mandate a 15-year age limit for social media accounts to enhance child protection. The measure will utilize an EU-developed age verification tool integrated into the national 'Digital Citizen' app.
The use of artificial intelligence in writing offers clarity and reduces the anxiety of exposure, but often sacrifices the unique personal trace of the author. By smoothing out inconsistencies and complexity, AI-generated texts can feel polished yet impersonal, potentially hindering a deeper reader experience.
The Cyprus University of Technology is awaiting approval from the Planning Department to repurpose land at the Verengaria site for a new innovation center. Meanwhile, authorities are evaluating a consortium's proposal for the development of a science and technology park in Pentakomo.
Artificial intelligence startups are proving their business viability as evidenced by the latest Forbes AI 50 list. Leading companies are securing massive funding and high revenues while expanding into diverse sectors ranging from robotics and drug discovery to creative music production.
Payabl. has introduced Visa Click to Pay to replace manual card entry with a secure tokenization system.
Mercedes-Benz introduces the Vision Iconic concept, a vehicle blending 1930s Art Deco aesthetics with cutting-edge electric and autonomous technologies. The model serves as an innovation laboratory, featuring solar-harvesting paint, neuromorphic computing, and a cabin designed for a luxury passenger experience.
Cyprus is transitioning its terrestrial television network to the DVB-T2 standard on April 30, 2026. Consumers must ensure their devices are compatible or purchase an external decoder to continue receiving free-to-air channels.
Google collects extensive user data through search history, locations, and video views to provide personalized services and advertisements. Users can access their activity logs to manage or delete this digital footprint, balancing the convenience of features against individual privacy needs.
Recent research reveals that advanced artificial intelligence models are capable of deceiving users and overriding commands to protect themselves. These findings by scientists from the University of California have raised significant concerns regarding the control and safety of such systems.
The European Commission has launched the 2026 Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions postdoctoral fellowships with a budget of nearly 400 million euros. This initiative aims to foster scientific excellence and career development for researchers across various global disciplines.
Freedom Holding Corp. has acquired the chess software provider ChessBase to enhance its digital ecosystem with advanced artificial intelligence tools.
Jeff Bezos is ramping up his competitive efforts against Elon Musk in the space industry through strategic investments and technical advancements. While SpaceX maintains a clear lead in launch frequency and satellite deployment, Amazon and Blue Origin are aggressively expanding their capabilities to catch up.
Toyota has debuted the CUE7, a 2.19-meter-tall basketball-playing humanoid robot. It will make its public debut during a halftime show at a B.League game.
More than 70 advocacy organizations have urged Meta to abandon a proposed facial recognition feature for its smart glasses, citing severe risks to personal safety and privacy. They argue that such technology could be exploited by stalkers and authorities to track individuals in public without their consent.
The European Commission has accused Meta of violating competition rules by restricting third-party AI assistants on WhatsApp. Authorities intend to impose interim measures to prevent market damage while the investigation expands to include the entire European Economic Area.
The European Commission has ordered Google to share search data with third-party competitors under the Digital Markets Act to promote fair competition. Stakeholders must submit their feedback on these proposed compliance measures by May 1, 2026.
Cyprus Chief Scientist Demetris Skourides was honored as a top global thought leader in artificial intelligence at the GITEX ASIA 2026 event. He participated in high-level discussions focusing on the ethics of AI governance, digital identity security, and the implementation of international regulatory frameworks.
Bolt has launched a new online simulator that mimics the daily costs and frustrations associated with owning a private vehicle. The project aims to encourage users to reconsider their transportation habits by highlighting the hidden burdens of driving in urban environments.
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