Technology

Username Feature Enhances Privacy, Sparks Security Concerns on WhatsApp

WhatsApp is launching a new feature that allows users to engage with one another without the need to disclose their phone numbers, enhancing privacy and limiting the accessibility of personal information to unwanted contacts. This feature, which introduces a username system, is set to be available globally by September. Users will have the option to create distinctive usernames of up to 35 characters, and...

Anthropic Urges Worldwide Halt Amid Rising Fears of Advanced AI Systems

An influential voice in the realm of artificial intelligence, Anthropic, has raised the possibility of a temporary halt in AI development to address the potential risks associated with increasingly advanced AI systems. The company is advocating for a collaborative approach, involving policymakers, researchers, and industry leaders, to thoroughly assess the possible dangers that come with AI advancements. Anthropic has pointed to significant improvements in its...

UK Government Proposes Ban on Under-16s Using Social Media Amid Safety Fears

The UK government is set to introduce measures aimed at restricting access to major social media platforms for children under 16, a step intended...