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Social media on trial: Meta and Google accused of being harmful
Meta, YouTube and TikTok have been accused of making products intentionally addictive and harmful to young people. Sky's Mickey Carroll explains.
Sky News - Feb 18, 2026 4:35am EST
Google I/O 2026 event announced: Date, time, and what to expect
From Gemini to Android and maybe even smart glasses, Google is gearing up for an AI-heavy showcase at its biggest developer event of the year.
First Post - Feb 18, 2026 4:25am EST
Gov. JB Pritzker to propose suspending tax incentives for data centers in Illinois
Pritzker, seen as a potential Democratic presidential candidate, is set to call for a two-year pause on the incentives in his State of the State address Wednesday.
NBC News - Feb 18, 2026 4:11am EST
Romance scammers are trying to convince victims to open home equity loans, research finds
The loans targeted by scammers, called Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOCs), are ones that banks will extend to homeowners, using their homes as collateral.
NBC News - Feb 18, 2026 4:07am EST
Google Pixel 10a to launch today: Pre-orders, price, specs and everything you must know
Google Pixel 10a, the budget-friendly mid-range phone is all set to make its India debut today and will also be open for pre-booking. While the company is tight-lipped about the details, leaks and rumours create a good enough picture to rely on. Let’s take a look.
First Post - Feb 18, 2026 3:51am EST
How is the start of Ramadan determined - and does it begin in the UK today?
The start of Ramadan for Muslims in the UK can differ - here's why.
Sky News - Feb 18, 2026 3:47am EST
Amid ongoing global scrutiny of social media platforms, Spain launches probe into X, Meta and TikTok
Amid ongoing probe on the social media platforms, Spain is also heading to investigate social media platforms X, Meta and TikTok for allegedly spreading AI-generated child sexual abuse material.
First Post - Feb 18, 2026 3:25am EST
Are you using an AI-generated password? It might be time to change it
AI cybersecurity firm Irregular's research, verified by Sky News, found ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini all produced highly predictable passwords, with repeated and predictable patterns.
Sky News - Feb 18, 2026 2:24am EST
AI toy company tied to Google adds an AI off switch after political pressure
Watchdogs and lawmakers have recently raised safety concerns about AI toys like Miko's.
NBC News - Feb 18, 2026 2:04am EST
Should we be impressed or worried by China's humanoid robot display? – video
Guardian UK - Feb 18, 2026 1:37am EST
Radio Free Asia says it resumes broadcasts to China
Trump administration cuts last year had largely forced the U.S.-funded outlet to cease operations, which critics said ceded ground to China and other U.S. adversaries.
NBC News - Feb 18, 2026 12:05am EST
Indonesia tightens control on nickel as the US and China scramble for minerals
ABC News - Feb 18, 2026 12:05am EST
Peru Congress ousts president because of China-linked secret meetings
President José Jerí was ousted just four months into his term, becoming the Andean nation’s third consecutive president to be removed from office.
NBC News - Feb 17, 2026 11:48pm EST
Tesla Relents, Reportedly Stops Using the Term 'Autopilot' in California
Gizmodo - Feb 17, 2026 11:28pm EST
Nvidia is partnering with major Indian VC firms in search for the country's next AI start-ups
Nvidia is expanding its partnerships in India, including with venture capital firms, as it bets on the country's AI ecosystem that has drawn massive Big Tech investments.
CNBC - Feb 17, 2026 11:04pm EST
Could India challenge tech boss power at Delhi AI Impact Summit?
As global tech leaders meet Delhi, India hopes to level the playing field for countries outside the US and China.
BBC News - Feb 17, 2026 10:19pm EST
Wildfires rage in Oklahoma as thousands urged to evacuate a small city
A fire in Woodward, about 140 miles northwest of Oklahoma City, is approaching a "worst-case scenario," the emergency management director said.
NBC News - Feb 17, 2026 9:39pm EST
We cut our Palo Alto price target, but view the post-earnings drop as an opportunity
With noise around guidance, investors are better served focusing on the qualitative commentary regarding the impact of AI on business.
CNBC - Feb 17, 2026 8:52pm EST
Fox News chief national security correspondent Jennifer Griffin reports on the Pentagon threatening to ends its partnership with technology company Anthropic on ‘Special Report.’
Fox News - Feb 17, 2026 7:50pm EST
China's humanoid robots take center stage at Lunar New Year show
Humanoid robots took the stage and captivated the world performing dances and kung fu during a Lunar New Year show in China. NBC News' Janis Mackey Frayer reports on the robot stars and how some are afraid of the advancements they are seeing.
NBC News - Feb 17, 2026 7:28pm EST