Employees are increasingly opting for AI voice dictation tools instead of traditional typing, a trend highlighted by Reid Hoffman, who first identified himself as “voicepilled” last autumn. This shift suggests a growing reliance on voice technology in the workplace, potentially changing how tasks are completed.

eBay's board has rejected GameStop's unsolicited $55.5 billion bid for the online marketplace, labeling the proposal as 'neither credible nor attractive.' GameStop's offer, which was a mix of cash and stock, was made earlier this month and aimed to acquire eBay at $125 per share.

President Donald Trump is set to travel to China for a significant summit with President Xi Jinping, accompanied by prominent tech CEOs including Tim Cook and Elon Musk. The discussions will focus on technology and artificial intelligence, amidst ongoing tensions related to the Iran conflict and trade relations. The summit is scheduled for May 14-15, 2026.

A new play inspired by the works of Molière has debuted at Versailles, created with the assistance of the AI tool Le Chat, which contributed to the dialogue, music, costumes, and scenery. This marks a significant revival of the 17th-century playwright's style over 350 years after his death, facilitated by scholars from Sorbonne University in Paris.

MPs have raised concerns over NHS England's decision to grant Palantir unlimited access to identifiable patient data, labeling it as 'dangerous' and a potential threat to public trust in data privacy. This access is part of an initiative to leverage AI for improving health services, but it has sparked significant backlash.

A new divide is emerging in the workforce, characterized by a distinction between workers who utilize artificial intelligence to enhance their skills and those who are increasingly subjected to AI-driven surveillance and control systems. This shift highlights a growing concern that the impact of AI on employment is not solely about job loss, but rather about the changing nature of work dynamics globally, from Britain to the United States and Kenya.

Fire brigades across the UK are responding to lithium-ion battery fires at a frequency of one every five hours, with a reported 1,760 incidents in 2025, marking a 147% increase over three years. This surge highlights the growing risks associated with the widespread use of lithium-ion batteries in various devices, including mobile phones, e-scooters, and electric vehicles.

Micah Nathan, a fiction writing instructor at MIT, observed that many of his students were using AI tools for their writing. This realization prompted a discussion about the implications of relying on technology for creative expression, particularly in a workshop setting where students are encouraged to engage deeply with their own writing and that of their peers.

Streaming platform Twitch has recently allowed users to participate in viral ‘mogging’ beauty contests, enabling streamers to engage in 1v1 competitions with strangers via the Omoggle website, which compares facial measurements. This change marks a significant shift in Twitch's policy regarding user interactions.