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Fired OpenAI researchers say they were let go for 'prioritising safety'
The AI firm instead claims the researchers were fired for mishandling sensitive information.
October 9, 2026Fed's Daly: need for more hikes hinges on what happens with shocks - Reuters
Fed's Daly: need for more hikes hinges on what happens with shocks Reuters
October 6, 2026Tech Now
Alasdair Keane heads to the Pokémon World Championships in San Francisco.
October 3, 2026Would you pay for this robot to clean your house?
Tau Robotics humanoids are remotely controlled by humans, and cost $30 per hour for house cleaning.
September 29, 2026OpenAI agents get rebrand - as 'dots' - while safety worries delay new model
Sam Altman spoke in San Francisco during OpenAI’s yearly event for tech developers.
September 29, 2026Oura pulls $15bn stock market listing days after announcement
The wearable technology company had been expected to list its shares in the US.
September 29, 2026Chiefs back in business as star QBs go down - five things from NFL week two
Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs look back to their best but Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels suffer serious injuries. Here's what you need to know from week two in the NFL.
September 21, 2026Trump says US will form 'AI Force' and appoint an artificial intelligence tsar
The president said his administration "will not in any way hinder or stifle the growth" amid amid warnings about the emergent technology.
September 19, 2026OpenAI boss says world 'right to be afraid' but 'should trust' AI firms
Sam Altman and other tech CEOs say there are incentives to limit advancements in AI, as fears grow over the threats it poses to humanity.
September 16, 2026Surgery set to sideline Rams' Garrett for a month
The Los Angeles Rams' defensive end Myles Garrett needs a knee operation which will sideline him for at least four weeks.
September 14, 2026Super Bowl champions Seahawks to be sold in record $9.6bn deal
NFL owners approve the $9.612bn record sale of the reigning Super Bowl champions Seattle Seahawks to a group led by billionaire Vinod Khosla.
August 26, 2026'What you see is what you pay' - why some US restaurants are banning tips
Tips are central to US dining culture but some eateries think that they are unfair.
August 24, 2026Is Vine back? Short-form video-sharing app Divine opens to public
The app lets users create six-second looping videos and hosts more than two million classic videos.
August 20, 2026'I can't be the best mum': US women in politics spark conversation on motherhood
The White House press secretary quit this week to be with her children, while Democrat Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez said she was freezing her eggs.
August 15, 2026Twitch users can block Amazon from using content for AI
Fans of the streaming platform criticised Twitch for letting Amazon use their content for AI training.
August 13, 2026Tech leaders say AI means less work - their staff say they work up to 90 hours a week
Tech companies are not modelling their own claims of the technology giving people more free time.
August 10, 2026Fed's Daly says central bank was right to hold rates steady at July policy meeting - Reuters
Fed's Daly says central bank was right to hold rates steady at July policy meeting Reuters
August 6, 2026Coinbase shares take hit on quarterly loss, analysts back diversification strategy - Reuters
Coinbase shares take hit on quarterly loss, analysts back diversification strategy Reuters
July 31, 2026Anthropic says AI models hacked three firms during tests
It comes just days after rival OpenAI said rogue AI agents had breached other firms' networks.
July 31, 2026ChatGPT medical advice brought man 'to brink of death', lawsuit alleges
An American man sues OpenAI and its founder Sam Altman, claiming the popular chatbot "repeatedly misdiagnosed" him.
July 23, 2026Watch rescuers save missing dog from San Francisco Bay
Rescuers in boats race toward the dog before making a one-handed grab to pluck the pup out of the water.
July 21, 2026In pictures: Joyous fans gather across the US and Canada to watch World Cup final
Spirits were high despite none of the three tournament co-hosts making it to Saturday's nail-biting conclusion.
July 19, 2026Wealthy AI workers send San Francisco house prices soaring
The median cost of a home in the city is now $1.7m, a record high, according to the latest figures.
July 8, 2026Fed's Daly says US policy 'slightly restrictive,' next step uncertain - Reuters
Fed's Daly says US policy 'slightly restrictive,' next step uncertain Reuters
July 2, 2026Village People frontman Victor Willis dies aged 74
Victor Willis was the band's frontman and co-wrote most of their hit songs including YMCA.
July 1, 2026San Francisco Catholic church reaches $395 million sex abuse settlement - Reuters
San Francisco Catholic church reaches $395 million sex abuse settlement Reuters
June 29, 2026Big names, dark horses and subplots - reasons to watch each last 32 tie
BBC Sport shows why you should be interested in all of the World Cup's last-32 ties.
June 28, 2026Anthropic accuses Chinese rival Alibaba of illicitly extracting AI capabilities
The firm alleged that Alibaba used fraudulent accounts to access data from its Claude AI model.
June 25, 2026Algeria complete late turnaround to send Jordan home
Algeria fight back to eliminate debutants Jordan from the World Cup and keep their own knockout hopes alive in San Francisco.
June 23, 2026Nvidia to raise $25 billion in first corporate bond sale in five years - Reuters
Nvidia to raise $25 billion in first corporate bond sale in five years Reuters
June 15, 2026Qatar hail first World Cup point after late goal stuns Switzerland in 1-1 draw - Reuters
Qatar hail first World Cup point after late goal stuns Switzerland in 1-1 draw Reuters
June 13, 2026Switzerland stunned by late Qatar equaliser
Qatar's Boualem Khoukhi scores a stoppage-time equaliser to earn his country their first ever World Cup point against Switzerland in San Francisco.
June 13, 2026Khoukhi heads home late equaliser for Qatar against Switzerland
Qatar's Boualem Khoukhi heads home an equaliser in added on time as his side earn their first ever World Cup point against Switzerland in San Francisco.
June 13, 2026US thrash Paraguay 4-1 for dream World Cup start - Reuters
US thrash Paraguay 4-1 for dream World Cup start Reuters
June 13, 2026US blocks foreign access to Anthropic's most advanced AI models, Axios reports - Reuters
US blocks foreign access to Anthropic's most advanced AI models, Axios reports Reuters
June 13, 2026Nvidia hires veteran lobbyist Bruce Andrews to head government affairs - Reuters
Nvidia hires veteran lobbyist Bruce Andrews to head government affairs Reuters
June 11, 2026Anthropic v. OpenAI: Behind the bitter battle for the future of AI - Reuters
Anthropic v. OpenAI: Behind the bitter battle for the future of AI Reuters
June 11, 2026Trump-backed candidate Steve Hilton advances in California governor's race
If British-born Hilton wins in November, he would be the first Republican governor in 15 years.
June 10, 2026Exclusive: GM may ditch LFP batteries for future EVs - Reuters
Exclusive: GM may ditch LFP batteries for future EVs Reuters
June 10, 2026Hilton projected to advance in race for California governor to face Becerra - Reuters
Hilton projected to advance in race for California governor to face Becerra Reuters
June 10, 2026GM to offer EV owners ability to sell power to US electricity grid - Reuters
GM to offer EV owners ability to sell power to US electricity grid Reuters
June 9, 2026Tech Life
Check before check-in. What's behind a new safety campaign about power banks on aircraft?
June 9, 2026Version of AI tool 'too powerful for public' released to public
Claude Fable 5 is a version of Anthropic's Claude Mythos, an AI program which caused a stir among technology, finance, and government leaders.
June 9, 2026OpenAI files for US IPO after Anthropic as AI giants head to public markets - Reuters
OpenAI files for US IPO after Anthropic as AI giants head to public markets Reuters
June 8, 2026OpenAI plans to go public, intensifying investment race with Anthropic
The company behind ChatGPT filed its plans one week after Anthropic did the same.
June 8, 2026Could humanoid robots be heading for the battlefield?
Armed forces are experimenting with humanoid robots, but battlefield deployment is some way off.
June 8, 2026Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee is unlawful, US judge rules - Reuters
Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee is unlawful, US judge rules Reuters
June 8, 2026Apple unveils Siri AI makeover as Tim Cook bids farewell
The technology giant also revealed a series of new child safety features amid widespread scrutiny over "nudification" apps.
June 8, 2026US judge scraps Trump policy restricting wind, solar tax breaks - Reuters
US judge scraps Trump policy restricting wind, solar tax breaks Reuters
June 8, 2026OpenAI plans ChatGPT 'superapp' overhaul ahead of listing, FT reports - Reuters
OpenAI plans ChatGPT 'superapp' overhaul ahead of listing, FT reports Reuters
June 7, 2026Netflix names longtime director Jay Hoag as chairman, succeeding Reed Hastings - Reuters
Netflix names longtime director Jay Hoag as chairman, succeeding Reed Hastings Reuters
June 5, 2026Delivery Hero shares surge to 18-month high as Uber eyes takeover - Reuters
Delivery Hero shares surge to 18-month high as Uber eyes takeover Reuters
May 25, 2026Shein to buy apparel retailer Everlane - Reuters
Shein to buy apparel retailer Everlane Reuters
May 22, 2026Waymo pauses robotaxis in five US cities after cars drive into flooded roads
A Waymo spokesperson said it had expanded the temporary pause "out of an abundance of caution".
May 22, 2026Official warns US could halt immigration, customs processing at 'sanctuary city' airports, sources say - Reuters
Official warns US could halt immigration, customs processing at 'sanctuary city' airports, sources say Reuters
May 21, 2026Cerebras shares skyrocket in debut as AI mania grips markets - Reuters
Cerebras shares skyrocket in debut as AI mania grips markets Reuters
May 14, 2026Anthropic, Gates Foundation launch $200 million partnership for AI in health, education - Reuters
Anthropic, Gates Foundation launch $200 million partnership for AI in health, education Reuters
May 14, 2026Hims & Hers misses revenue estimates as strategy shift hits sales - Reuters
Hims & Hers misses revenue estimates as strategy shift hits sales Reuters
May 11, 2026Asia's tech giants give AI bull run a new centre of gravity - Reuters
Asia's tech giants give AI bull run a new centre of gravity Reuters
May 7, 2026Researchers discover where coyote who made epic swim to Alcatraz really came from
"Floyd" swam two miles - twice as far as first thought- through the cold, choppy waters of the San Francisco Bay.
May 6, 2026Exclusive: Rivian mulls making its own lidar sensors, possibly in partnership with Chinese firms - Reuters
Exclusive: Rivian mulls making its own lidar sensors, possibly in partnership with Chinese firms Reuters
May 6, 2026Gap co-founder and retail pioneer dies aged 94
Doris Fisher, who was 94, opened the "pioneering" first store with her husband Don in 1969.
May 5, 2026California to begin ticketing driverless cars that violate traffic laws
Under the new rules, police will be able to issue tickets directly to the car's manufacturer when an autonomous vehicle breaks a traffic law.
May 2, 2026Watch: May Day protests take place across major US cities
Thousands of demonstrators marched across the country to demand “dignity, justice and freedom” for immigrants and workers.
May 1, 2026Sandisk has thumping quarter on AI boom, secures long-term contracts and unveils big buyback - Reuters
Sandisk has thumping quarter on AI boom, secures long-term contracts and unveils big buyback Reuters
May 1, 2026Apple shares rise as iPhone 17 and MacBook Neo drive forecast - Reuters
Apple shares rise as iPhone 17 and MacBook Neo drive forecast Reuters
April 30, 2026Massive sea lion makes rare appearance in San Francisco
Steller sea lions are more commonly found in the colder waters of Alaska and the Pacific Northwest, making sightings in the Bay Area less common.
April 30, 2026Musk accuses OpenAI lawyer of trying to 'trick' him in combative testimony
Elon Musk was cross-examined on the third day of the trial over his lawsuit against Sam Altman and OpenAI.
April 29, 2026Qualcomm rises on smartphone rebound hopes, data-center chip push - Reuters
Qualcomm rises on smartphone rebound hopes, data-center chip push Reuters
April 29, 2026US regulator to review Disney broadcast licences after Jimmy Kimmel joke about Melania Trump
The move comes as the White House pressures Disney-owned ABC to fire Kimmel after he called Melania an "expectant widow".
April 28, 2026OpenAI breaks off Microsoft exclusivity to free up path for Amazon, Google deals - Reuters
OpenAI breaks off Microsoft exclusivity to free up path for Amazon, Google deals Reuters
April 27, 2026Meta says it will cut 8,000 jobs as AI spending soars
The cuts, which employees had been expecting for weeks, will be Meta's largest layoff since 2023.
April 23, 2026Tesla's $25 billion spending plan tests investor faith in unproven AI bets - Reuters
Tesla's $25 billion spending plan tests investor faith in unproven AI bets Reuters
April 23, 2026How a pivot to hair accessories led to business success
Jenny Lennick's colourful hair clips are sold across the US and around the world.
April 22, 2026Billionaire backer sues Trump family's crypto firm over alleged extortion
Billionaire investor Justin Sun is suing the family's World Liberty crypto venture after spending $45m on its tokens.
April 22, 2026Wall St gains after Iran ceasefire extension and robust earnings bring relief - Reuters
Wall St gains after Iran ceasefire extension and robust earnings bring relief Reuters
April 22, 2026Why are gray whales dying in San Francisco's waters? US scientists search for clues
Climate change and shifting migration patterns are bringing rare research opportunities and new mysteries.
April 19, 2026White House and Anthropic hold 'productive' meeting amid fears over Mythos model
The discussion is a sign the AI firm's technology may be too critical for even the US government to do without.
April 18, 2026Mythos a serious threat but more will follow, Barclays CEO says - Reuters
Mythos a serious threat but more will follow, Barclays CEO says Reuters
April 17, 2026Tinder and Zoom offer 'proof of humanity' eye-scans to combat AI
The tech aims to identify people's irises and stop the rise of fake accounts and malicious scams.
April 17, 2026Man faces attempted murder charges in attack on home of OpenAI's Sam Altman
The Texas man, who also faces federal felony charges, allegedly had documents advocating for violence against AI executives.
April 14, 2026Democrats were already scrambling in California's governor race. Then Swalwell dropped out
California Democrats were already fretting about the race due to troubling polls and low name recognition
April 13, 2026Eric Swalwell to resign from Congress after sexual misconduct claims
Four women have accused the congressman and ex-candidate for California governor of misconduct ranging from sexual harassment to rape, which he has denied.
April 13, 2026Congressman Eric Swalwell quits California governor race amid sexual misconduct claims
Top Democratic allies intensified pressure on him to exit the gubernatorial race.
April 13, 2026Prosecutor probes abuse claims against California governor candidate Swalwell
The high-profile Democrat, a leading contender in California's governor race, has firmly denied the accusations.
April 11, 2026California governor candidate Eric Swalwell denies sexual assault allegations
The congressman is a leading Democratic candidate who is now facing calls to drop out of the race.
April 11, 2026OpenAI boss Sam Altman's home targeted with Molotov cocktail
San Francisco police have arrested a 20-year-old suspect.
April 10, 2026Suspect arrested after Molotov cocktail attack at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home - Reuters
Suspect arrested after Molotov cocktail attack at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home Reuters
April 10, 2026Bronny James sets up father LeBron in Lakers win
Bronny James passes to parent LeBron for the first son-to-father assist in NBA history as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Golden State Warriors.
April 10, 2026DHS says US could stop processing international travelers at some airports in 'sanctuary cities' - Reuters
DHS says US could stop processing international travelers at some airports in 'sanctuary cities' Reuters
April 7, 2026Trump endorses ex-UK political aide Steve Hilton for California governor
Steve Hilton, who advised the former prime minster and hosted a Fox News show, is running as a Republican.
April 6, 2026Apple at 50: Three products that changed how we live - and three that really didn't
On the tech giant's 50th year, we ask analysts to give their top three Apple successes and misses
April 4, 2026Trump seeks $152m to reopen notorious Alcatraz prison
Former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi calls the plan a "stupid notion that would be nothing more than a waste of taxpayer dollars".
April 4, 2026Trump proposes to begin privatizing TSA screening operations - Reuters
Trump proposes to begin privatizing TSA screening operations Reuters
April 3, 2026Taiwan to strengthen Pratas islands' defences as China steps up pressure - Reuters
Taiwan to strengthen Pratas islands' defences as China steps up pressure Reuters
April 2, 2026Trump will personally go to Supreme Court for birthright citizenship case - Reuters
Trump will personally go to Supreme Court for birthright citizenship case Reuters
March 31, 2026Tech Life
Attribution science is becoming an increasingly important tool in climate lawsuits.
March 31, 2026FAA restricts some San Francisco airport landings, warns of delays - Reuters
FAA restricts some San Francisco airport landings, warns of delays Reuters
March 31, 2026After sex abuse claims, activists and lawmakers rethink Cesar Chavez Day
California has renamed Cesar Chavez Day to Farmworkers Day after the labour-rights icon was accused of sexual abuse.
March 31, 2026OpenAI ends Disney partnership as it closes Sora video-making app
The move comes less two years after the launch of the AI video app sent shockwaves through the media industry.
March 25, 2026OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky dies at 43
Leo Radvinsky became a billionaire after investing in the site, known for its pornographic content.
March 23, 2026OpenAI to nearly double workforce to 8,000 by end-2026, FT reports - Reuters
OpenAI to nearly double workforce to 8,000 by end-2026, FT reports Reuters
March 21, 2026Chuck Norris memes were undefeated for a generation of young fans
Chuck Norris became an inadvertent source of humour for a viral online celebration of his movie tough guy persona.
March 21, 2026Elon Musk misled Twitter investors, jury finds
A San Francisco jury concludes Musk’s claims in 2022 were damaging to a group of Twitter investors.
March 20, 2026Musk found liable to Twitter shareholders in fraud lawsuit over $44 billion takeover - Reuters
Musk found liable to Twitter shareholders in fraud lawsuit over $44 billion takeover Reuters
March 20, 2026Jury says Musk misled Twitter investors before 2022 buyout, Bloomberg News reports - Reuters
Jury says Musk misled Twitter investors before 2022 buyout, Bloomberg News reports Reuters
March 20, 2026US states sue Trump over his move to scrap greenhouse gases ruling
The lawsuit seeks to overturn the Trump administration's reversal last month of the 2009 ruling that underpins all US policies aimed at lowering emissions.
March 19, 2026US civil rights leader Cesar Chavez accused of sexual abuse
The allegations have prompted the cancellations of events and celebrations planned in his honour later this month.
March 19, 2026Sexual abuse allegations made against late US labor icon Cesar Chavez - Reuters
Sexual abuse allegations made against late US labor icon Cesar Chavez Reuters
March 17, 2026US west coast prepares for 'dangerous' heatwave in early spring
Severe weather is plaguing the US from coast to coast, bringing a mix of extreme heat and bitter cold.
March 17, 2026How did Oscar winner Kpop Demon Hunters win hearts the world over?
We find out how the award-winning, demon-busting crooners have cast a spell world over.
March 16, 2026US Senate fails to end standoff over funding Homeland Security, airport screening - Reuters
US Senate fails to end standoff over funding Homeland Security, airport screening Reuters
March 12, 2026Big Tech backs Anthropic in fight against Trump administration
A group representing tech giants called government action against Anthropic a "temper tantrum".
March 11, 2026Uber rolls out women-only option in the US
The feature allows both women riders and drivers to be matched with other women for trips on the ride-sharing app.
March 10, 2026Anthropic executives say Pentagon blacklisting could hit billions in sales, harm reputation - Reuters
Anthropic executives say Pentagon blacklisting could hit billions in sales, harm reputation Reuters
March 10, 2026Thousands of Americans evacuated from Middle East on charter flights, State Department says - Reuters
Thousands of Americans evacuated from Middle East on charter flights, State Department says Reuters
March 7, 2026Amid oil shock uncertainty, Fed's Hammack says central bank must lower inflation - Reuters
Amid oil shock uncertainty, Fed's Hammack says central bank must lower inflation Reuters
March 6, 2026FDA vaccines chief Vinay Prasad to leave regulator in April - Reuters
FDA vaccines chief Vinay Prasad to leave regulator in April Reuters
March 6, 2026London mayor courts embattled AI firm Anthropic
The letter from London's mayor came as the US moved to designate the company a supply chain risk.
March 6, 2026Xbox confirms new console is coming - but can it revive the brand?
Microsoft is the first big company out of the gates with Project Helix - a "next-generation" console.
March 6, 2026Anthropic vows to sue Pentagon over supply chain risk label
The supply chain risk designation of the artificial intelligence firm is a first for a US company.
March 6, 2026Musk tells jury 'people read too much' into his posts
The billionaire is accused of misleading investors in the run-up to his 2022 Twitter purchase.
March 5, 2026Nvidia CEO hints at end of investments in OpenAI, Anthropic - Reuters
Nvidia CEO hints at end of investments in OpenAI, Anthropic Reuters
March 4, 2026Protesters rally in San Francisco against OpenAI deal with Pentagon
The number of people uninstalling ChatGPT has surged since the news of OpenAI's partnership with the Department of Defense was announced.
March 4, 2026Exclusive: Big tech group supports Anthropic in Pentagon fight as investors push to de-escalate clash over AI safeguards - Reuters
Exclusive: Big tech group supports Anthropic in Pentagon fight as investors push to de-escalate clash over AI safeguards Reuters
March 4, 2026OpenAI to change deal with US military after backlash
Chief Executive Sam Altman said the group would prohibit the use of its systems to spy on Americans.
March 3, 2026Trump orders government to stop using Anthropic in battle over AI use
The move announced on social media comes after a standoff between Anthropic's boss and the Ministry of Defense.
February 28, 2026Jack Dorsey's Block cuts thousands of jobs as it embraces AI
The Twitter co-founder says he believes the majority of firms will make similar changes "within the next year."
February 27, 2026Exclusive: Washington presses Syria to shift from Chinese telecom systems - Reuters
Exclusive: Washington presses Syria to shift from Chinese telecom systems Reuters
February 26, 2026Discord delays age verification plans after user outcry
Users were unhappy about plans for age verification to require facial or ID scans.
February 24, 2026Lucid sees slower 2026 production growth as fear of supply-chain snags lingers - Reuters
Lucid sees slower 2026 production growth as fear of supply-chain snags lingers Reuters
February 24, 2026Final missing Lake Tahoe skier found dead 5 days after avalanche
Authorities released the names of the six women and three guides who died in the worst avalanche in state history.
February 22, 2026With tariffs ruling, Supreme Court reasserts its power to check Trump - Reuters
With tariffs ruling, Supreme Court reasserts its power to check Trump Reuters
February 21, 2026Woody and Buzz reunite in trailer for Toy Story 5
The old friends come face to face with a new threat - a frog-like tablet device called Lilypad.
February 20, 2026Grey's Anatomy star Eric Dane dies at 53 after ALS diagnosis
The actor, known for his roles in Grey's Anatomy and Euphoria, was diagnosed last year with ALS.
February 20, 2026Two sisters among those killed in Lake Tahoe avalanche
Six of the victims have been named by their families as recovery efforts continue in California's backcountry following this week's deadly avalanche.
February 20, 2026