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    DSIT gets sums badly wrong on AI datacentre carbon footprint

    DSIT gets sums badly wrong on AI datacentre carbon footprint

    May 29, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has admitted a major miscalculation in its AI datacentre carbon footprint projections. Originally estimating 0.025-0.142 MtCO2 by 2035, the corrected figures show 34-123 MtCO2 over a decade. This error has raised serious concerns about the UK's ability to meet its net zero commitments while rapidly expanding AI infrastructure.
    Wiz founder: Hack yourself with AI, before the bad guys do

    Wiz founder: Hack yourself with AI, before the bad guys do

    May 29, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Yinon Costica, co-founder of Google-owned Wiz, argues that security teams should turn AI tools on their own environments to gain the upper hand against cyber adversaries. Speaking at Google Cloud Next, he highlighted the defenders' advantage of possessing rich contextual knowledge about their systems. Wiz introduced three AI agents—red, green, and blue—to automate penetration testing, triage, and investigation, helping teams act faster than attackers.
    London Marathon runners get AI to go the extra mile

    London Marathon runners get AI to go the extra mile

    May 29, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    TCS and Neurun have introduced TCS RunConcierge, a map-based AI tool powered by Google Gemini for the London Marathon. It offers real-time route support, elevation tracking, and multilingual guidance to runners and spectators. The tool builds on deployments in Sydney and New York, showcasing AI’s role in large-scale event logistics.
    StitcherAI weaves threads to assess whether AI ROI is dressed for success

    StitcherAI weaves threads to assess whether AI ROI is dressed for success

    May 29, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    StitcherAI launches an IT finance intelligence platform that embeds business context into every technology investment decision. Using a semantic engine built on the FOCUS standard and an omnipresent reasoning engine of specialized agents, it helps enterprises cut waste and improve ROI. The platform transforms IT finance from reactive to proactive by integrating real-time financial context into AI, cloud, and other spend decisions.
    Motorola might be pulling a Honey with the Amazon app.

    Motorola might be pulling a Honey with the Amazon app.

    May 28, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    A Redditor discovered that launching Amazon from the app drawer on certain Motorola phones briefly opens a browser redirect to insert an affiliate link, similar to Honey's hijacking. The behavior stems from the pre-installed Smart Feed app. Motorola later called it 'unintended' and advised disabling the app.
    Sony’s first RGB TV is a statement piece

    Sony’s first RGB TV is a statement piece

    May 28, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Sony enters the RGB LED TV market with the Bravia 7 II, pairing advanced backlighting with superior processing. The TV delivers excellent color accuracy and high brightness, though it grapples with color crosstalk in test patterns and limited HDMI 2.1 ports. Its unique lenticular stand solves cable management elegantly, but the reflective screen and premium pricing may give some buyers pause.
    Here’s how Google is responding to Fitbit users who don’t like the new Health app

    Here’s how Google is responding to Fitbit users who don’t like the new Health app

    May 28, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Google is rolling out a series of updates to its Health app after Fitbit users complained about the new interface and AI coach. Changes include customizable dashboards, more concise AI messages, and features like custom food logging and sleep overview. The updates aim to address user frustration while maintaining the app's new direction.
    The AI fight brewing inside The New York Times

    The AI fight brewing inside The New York Times

    May 28, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Unionized tech employees at The New York Times have filed grievances accusing management of using AI tools, DX and Glean, to monitor their performance. The workers say these tools violate privacy protections in their contract and create a de facto quota system. The dispute highlights broader tensions over AI in newsrooms, as unions push for transparency and worker input.
    French Open: Alexander Zverev erkennt keinen Unterschied bei Bällen – und gewinnt

    French Open: Alexander Zverev erkennt keinen Unterschied bei Bällen – und gewinnt

    May 28, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Alexander Zverev advanced to the third round of the French Open with a straight-sets win over Tomas Machac. The German star downplayed the contentious issue of tennis ball differences, stating he simply serves with the first ball he gets. His uncomplicated approach paid off with 19 aces.
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