Scottish Police Flag Security Concerns Over Proposed Larbert Data Centre
Police Scotland has warned planners that a proposed data centre near Edinburgh may face significant opposition and should include measures against disruptive incursions.
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Taiwan Reports AI-Assisted Cyberattack on Government Agencies
Taiwan says an overseas cyberattack that began on July 20 combined human operators with AI agents and targeted government systems; officials did not identify a responsible country.
Amazon to Return Western Publishing of Two MMOs to Their Developers
Amazon Game Studios will transfer Western publishing responsibilities for “Lost Ark” and “Throne and Liberty” back to Smilegate and NC, respectively, as it shifts away from massively multiplayer online games.
Brazil orders Discord to suspend livestreaming after teenager’s death
Brazilian authorities ordered Discord to suspend livestreaming after a regulator said the platform failed to protect minors from violent, self-harm and suicide-related content.
Twitch Makes Streamer Content Available for Amazon AI Training by Default
Twitch will allow Amazon to use streamers’ content for AI training by default, while giving creators an option to opt out.
Google launches Pixel 11 range, Pixel Watch 5 and $29 tracker
Google used its Made by Google 2026 event to introduce the Pixel 11 phone range, a $399 smartwatch, a $29 item tracker and expanded Gemini features.
Form Energy raises $750 million to expand 100-hour battery manufacturing
Form Energy has raised $750 million to expand manufacturing of long-duration batteries designed to supply power for up to 100 hours.
Suno and BMG reach licensing deal for new AI music models
AI music generator Suno has added BMG as a licensing partner as it prepares new models trained with licensed music.