Self-driving robotaxis to begin carrying passengers on UK roads 'in the next couple of months'
Self-driving robotaxis could begin accepting customers on UK roads as soon as this summer, in a major development for the emerging technology.Kaity Fischer, head of Wayve's robotaxi business, explained that its technology was "ready to go" as it continues to partner with Uber to use its systems on the streets of London.Labour announced last year that self-driving taxi and private hire services can begin trials from spring 2026 in a move that could be worth $42billion by 2035.It outlined that aut...
When AI Writes Code, Who Protects Production Systems?
InnovationWhen AI Writes Code, Who Protects Production Systems?BySibasis Padhi,Forbes Councils Member.for Forbes Technology CouncilCOUNCIL POSTExpertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. | Membership (fee-based)Jun 08, 2026, 06:45am EDTSibasis Padhi is a Staff Software Engineer at Walmart and an expert in fintech microservices, cloud performance and agentic AI. gettyIn modern software engineering, generative AI is changing how quic...
US largest private-sector employer’s message to 2M-plus staff on AI replacing their jobs
Walmart assures its 2.1 million employees that AI will enhance their roles, not replace them. Company leaders emphasized that while technology will be integral to future operations, human employees will remain central. AI is already being implemented to improve efficiency, such as a tool helping truck drivers optimize loads and reduce empty miles.
It's Not Time To Panic About Claude Mythos; It's Time To Prepare Your Platforms
InnovationIt's Not Time To Panic About Claude Mythos; It's Time To Prepare Your PlatformsByVinod Nair,Forbes Councils Member.for Forbes Technology CouncilCOUNCIL POSTExpertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. | Membership (fee-based)Jun 08, 2026, 06:30am EDTVinod Nair is Data and AI Executive with decades of data and technology expertise. gettyFor platform engineering leaders, it is critical to act before security audits highlight...
Why Consumer AI Agents Need Runtime Security, Not Just Governance
InnovationWhy Consumer AI Agents Need Runtime Security, Not Just GovernanceBySuman Sharma,Forbes Councils Member.for Forbes Technology CouncilCOUNCIL POSTExpertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. | Membership (fee-based)Jun 08, 2026, 06:15am EDTSuman Sharma, Head of PAM Engineering at Ping Identity. (Co-founder/CTO, Procyon Inc.) gettyConsumer expectations have shifted dramatically. Shoppers ask AI agents to curate wardrobes; trav...
Project Mirage Launches Dune Context-Aware Keypad Designed For MacBook
InnovationConsumer TechProject Mirage Launches Dune Context-Aware Keypad Designed For MacBookByMark Sparrow,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs.Follow AuthorJun 08, 2026, 06:00am EDTThe new Dune is a physical interface with three programmable and context-aware keys for automating almost any command.PROJECT MIRAGESan Franciso and Bangalore-based Project Mirage has announced t...
The Negative-Day Risk: How Quantum Rewrites The Cyber Threat Model
InnovationThe Negative-Day Risk: How Quantum Rewrites The Cyber Threat ModelByDenis Mandich,Forbes Councils Member.for Forbes Technology CouncilCOUNCIL POSTExpertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. | Membership (fee-based)Jun 08, 2026, 06:00am EDTDenis Mandich, CTO of Qrypt, a quantum cybersecurity company, and founding member of the Quantum Economic Development Consortium and CQT. gettyAnthropic is cautiously rolling out Mythos a...
Apple Expected to Detail Its A.I. Plans at Conference
For the second time, the company is expected to explain its artificial intelligence plans. Unlike some rivals, it is not reorganizing around the technology.
How Israel's air-defence network intercepts everything from ballistic missiles to drones
Amid rising tensions, Iran launched a series of eleven missiles aimed at Israel, yet each was thwarted by the country's intricate air defense system. This episode not only reveals the prowess of Israel's military technology but also its readiness to combat any form of aerial assaults, whether from makeshift devices or sophisticated missile strikes.
Keir Starmer to say ‘tech revolution must work for everyone’ in speech on AI – UK politics live
Prime minister to give speech on the government’s technology policy this morning Good morning. Two weeks today, it seems more likely than not that Andy Burnham will be taking his seat as the new MP for Makerfield. A byelection win is not certain, but the campaign is definitely going his way. Keir Starmer has been saying he won’t just stand aside and let Burnham replace him as Labour leader, but these briefings are being received with a hefty dose of scepticism.The unnamed minister quoted in toda...
Modern-day Brahmastra? How hypersonic missiles could change the rules of war
India is rapidly advancing in hypersonic weapon technology, achieving a significant scramjet breakthrough. This development positions the nation among global leaders like the US, China, and Russia, who are all racing to develop these near-unstoppable weapons. Hypersonic systems, flying above Mach 5, pose a new era of warfare, demanding advanced defense strategies.
How the UK Is Turning Sovereign AI Ambition Into Action With NVIDIA Technologies
A year ago at London Tech Week, NVIDIA founder and CEO Jensen Huang and U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer made a declaration: the U.K. would be an AI maker, not an AI taker. At this year’s event, NVIDIA and its partners are showcasing how that commitment is producing real momentum across the nation’s infrastructure, startups and enterprises. U.K. technology leaders are innovating across healthcare and life sciences, coding, agentic AI, inference and more — all running on sovereign AI deployment...
Microsoft to draw a line in use of its technology by government agencies
Microsoft is enhancing human rights and security measures following an internal review into the Israeli military's use of its cloud technology for Palestinian surveillance. The company will strengthen oversight of national security projects and employee security clearances, introducing new checks for sensitive contracts and regular compliance reviews.
How Attenborough’s Film ‘Ocean’ Captured The Scale Of Life At Sea
InnovationConsumer TechHow Attenborough’s Film ‘Ocean’ Captured The Scale Of Life At SeaByJennifer Kite-Powell,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I'm a senior tech contributor who writes about science and technologyFollow AuthorJun 07, 2026, 09:27pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.'Ocean' with David Attenborough on NatGeo. Filming of the limited series f...
Keir Starmer set to impose internet restrictions on millions of Britons within days
Sir Keir Starmer is set to impose internet restrictions on millions of Britons within days, it has emerged. The Prime Minister is expected to pursue an "Australian-plus" model following a three-month consultation on Australia's social media ban, combining restrictions on high-risk platforms with curbs on addictive features and tougher age-verification checks.Tomorrow's anticipated announcement will mark the first phase of the crackdown, requiring technology firms to introduce software that prev...
Amit Shah to launch digital land port management system
NEW DELHI: Union home minister Amit Shah will on Tuesday launch the Land Port Management System (LPMS), a state-of-the-art platform that will enable end-to-end digital workflows for cargo processing and passenger movement at all land ports, on par with the systems at airports and seaports, and enable interoperable, efficient and transparent border management. LPMS is being unveiled amid PM Modi government’s enhanced focus on ‘smart’ borders that harness modern technology for efficient border man...
The Dallas housing shift: How H-1b visa curbs and tech layoffs in US are cooling the market
A combination of tighter H-1B visa rules and widespread layoffs in the technology sector is contributing to a housing slowdown in parts of North Texas, according to a Bloomberg report. Areas such as Frisco, Prosper and Celina, which saw rapid growth driven by an influx of Indian technology professionals over the past decade, are now witnessing softer demand and falling home prices.
iPhone 18 Pro Price: Why Your Next Upgrade Will Be More Expensive
InnovationConsumer TechiPhone 18 Pro Price: Why Your Next Upgrade Will Be More ExpensiveByEwan Spence,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Ewan Spence covers the digital worlds of mobile technology.Follow AuthorJun 07, 2026, 07:09am EDTCustomers explore the features of the iPhone 17 Pro at an Apple Store (Photo by SAEED KHAN/AFP via Getty Images)AFP via Getty ImagesAhead of its Worldwide Developer Conference, Apple is expected to showcase new f...
The coming rise of anti-AI populism
Anxiety about the technology is set to generate a political backlash
Lexar’s New Super-Fast Play-X SSD Is Built For Intensive Gaming
InnovationConsumer TechLexar’s New Super-Fast Play-X SSD Is Built For Intensive GamingByMark Sparrow,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs.Follow AuthorJun 07, 2026, 06:00am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.The new Lexar Play-X SSD in a high performance PCIe 4.0 module designed for perform...