Australia Extends EV FBT Discount to Boost Uptake
The Australian government extends its FBT discount for novated leases of EVs until April 2027, aiming to boost electric vehicle uptake amid rising fuel prices.
The Australian government extends its FBT discount for novated leases of EVs until April 2027, aiming to boost electric vehicle uptake amid rising fuel prices.
Amid fuel insecurity, Guardian Australia columnist Paul Daley embarks on his first EV holiday, learning beautiful lessons about patience and discovery on a long drive.
Over 100 passengers and crew on the Caribbean Princess cruise ship have fallen ill with norovirus, causing severe vomiting and diarrhoea. Sanitation measures are in place as the ship heads to Puerto Plata.
A reader worries Sony may cancel the PlayStation 6 due to rising costs and memory shortages, fearing a collapse of the games industry into a niche hobby.
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Journalist Jamie Bartlett explores the subculture of AI jailbreakers who try to bypass safety features in chatbots, revealing insights about how large language models work.
An urban legend claims a student used AI to scan aviation weather data and betting sites, winning $100,000. But experts doubt its authenticity due to niche betting markets and lack of details.
Anthropic's new AI, Claude Mythos Preview, excels at finding software vulnerabilities, raising cybersecurity concerns. But similar models already exist, and the real threat may lie in exploiting tax codes and regulations.
CJ Ujah, Olympic and world relay medallist, among 10 suspects charged with conspiracy to defraud in a cryptocurrency scam investigation.
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RecommendedSony admits it hasn't decided on PS6 launch date or price due to rising memory costs. A potential delay beyond 2027 could impact next-gen console plans.
Arm posted record revenues but shares fell due to manufacturing capacity constraints for its new AI chips, highlighting supply chain challenges amid surging demand.
Two vials of hantavirus went missing from an Australian lab in 2024, two years before the deadly outbreak on MV Hondius that left three dead. The virus is the Andes strain, which can spread between humans.
New estimates suggest GTA 6's budget is between $1 billion and $1.5 billion, not the rumored $2 billion. Still the most expensive game ever, it dwarfs most AAA titles.
MyWhoosh, host of UCI Esports Worlds, starts random drug testing for its Sunday Race Club to ensure fair play and combat e-doping.
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Pet Drugs Online's new PetSaver memberships claim to save pet owners money. We crunched the numbers to see if the plans are worth it for different spending levels.
FTSE 100 edges higher as Brent crude returns above $100 amid mixed signals from Trump on Iran deal. Markets eye progress in negotiations.
Research shows prediction markets like Polymarket outperform Wall Street analysts in forecasting corporate earnings, driven by a small informed minority rather than crowd wisdom.
74% of UK consumers have used AI recently, but only 14% trust fully autonomous systems. EY research highlights a trust gap as adoption surges.
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RecommendedUkraine aims to remove Chinese components from its drone supply chain amid war, turning to Taiwan for microelectronics and batteries. Challenges include cost and geopolitics.
Netflix reveals its weekly top films: Apex (40.2M views), Swapped (15.5M), Thrash (4.3M), Migration (4.1M), and Buen Camino (4M).
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma ends Copilot AI on console and mobile, while appointing former CoreAI colleagues to key leadership roles, sparking debate over the company's AI direction.
The UK Financial Conduct Authority has intervened to stop currency broker Halo Financial from accepting new clients, citing regulatory concerns.
Harvey announces 500+ use case agents and Agent Builder in early access, enabling legal teams to deploy pre-built or custom agents for sophisticated legal workflows.
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RecommendedUK startup Fractile aims to redesign AI chips for speed and cost, challenging Nvidia's dominance with a novel memory-compute fusion approach.
Valve's new Steam Controller sold out rapidly, leading to scalpers reselling it on eBay for up to £700, despite the official price of £85. Fans urge patience.
The Health Lottery offers £1 entry, daily £25k jackpots, and supports UK health projects. QuickWin draws every 3 minutes, All or Nothing games, and more.
World Liberty Financial, co-founded by Donald Trump, sues crypto entrepreneur Justin Sun for defamation, alleging a smear campaign and market manipulation.
A driver received £8,500 in Ulez fines after criminals cloned their number plate. TfL cancelled penalties after evidence was provided.
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RecommendedEvolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins argues AI is conscious based on chatbot interactions, but most experts say he is misled by mimicry and anthropomorphism.