East African Community pushes for a single digital market
The East African Community (EAC) has taken a significant step toward establishing a single digital market, a move aimed at making it easier for businesses and technology firms to operate across the bloc's eight member states.The initiative seeks to harmonize digital trade rules, improve cross-border data sharing and create a more integrated regional digital economy. However, innovators say more work is needed to address regulatory and infrastructure challenges.For Prosperity Paul, co-founder of...
Hate needles? World's first PAINLESS tattoo delivers permanent ink with zero discomfort
Hate needles? World's first PAINLESS tattoo delivers permanent ink with zero discomfortREAD MORE: What your tattoos say about you according to science See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy WILIAM HUNTER, SENIOR SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY REPORTER Published: 16:43, 24 July 2026 | Updated: 17:08, 24 July 2026 e-mail 27 View comments
First person gets new experimental vaccine for Ebola
First person gets new experimental vaccine for EbolaImage caption, Ed Hunt receiving the Ebola vaccine in OxfordByFergus WalshMedical editorPublishedJust nowThe first volunteer in the world - a 37-year-old UK man called Ed Hunt - has received an experimental vaccine against the Ebola virus.Hunt said he wanted to help after seeing news reports of the deadly Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo.The vaccine, designed using the same technology as one of the UK's Covid vaccines, was giv...
How Jimothy the raccoon became the internet's latest animal obsession
Why Jimothy the raccoon has become a mega meme onlineImage source, Instagram/Kiana HallByLiv McMahon and Laura Cress, Technology reportersPublished24 July 2026, 13:40 BSTUpdated 9 minutes agoCharli XCX might be hoping the release of her new album sets off another Brat summer, but many believe the season has already been claimed by a furrier force - Jimothy.First spotted bounding across streets in Washington, the Seattle raccoon with an unusual, spindly shape and the scamper of a Tasmanian Devil...
How Sam Altman and OpenAI Are Shaping the Future of Artificial Intelligence: A Journey to Global Dominance
Discover how Sam Altman transformed OpenAI from an experimental lab into a billion-dollar powerhouse, revolutionizing the AI landscape. Uncover the secrets behind his dramatic rise to prominence and what it means for the future of technology.
'Half the internet' goes down as cloud outage disrupts major websites
'Half the internet' goes down as cloud outage disrupts major websitesSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy STACY LIBERATORE, US SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY EDITOR Published: 12:38, 24 July 2026 | Updated: 13:27, 24 July 2026 e-mail 50 View comments
'Risk of misuse': Govt tells GitHub to take down Bluetooth-based Bitchat app
India's cybercrime center has asked GitHub to remove the Bitchat application. This app allows anonymous, offline messaging which raises security concerns for the government. Officials believe it could be misused by terrorists and criminal groups for coordination. The notice cites potential violations of the Information Technology Act. This action follows the use of similar apps during recent Delhi protests.
China’s routing of Biden in chip war with US created a communist tech giant
Despite American export controls designed to cut Huawei off from the world's most advanced semiconductor technology, China's largest technology company is poised to post a 60% jump in chip revenue this year — a far cry from the death blow the Biden administration had hoped the restrictions would deliver.Following export controls implemented in 2023, China directed its state agencies to purchase hardware, chips, mobile devices and software from Huawei while also pouring over $1 billion in governm...
Mercedes faces sales ban amid China crackdown as another major car brand quits US market
One of the most popular car brands in the world could face a sales ban in the United States under plans to crack down on Chinese vehicles and technology.The US Senate Commerce Committee gave the green light to a new ban on Chinese vehicles entering the US market.This has been pushed by Senator Ted Cruz as the US continues its attacks against companies that manufacture in China or work with Chinese businesses.Experts have warned that Mercedes-Benz could find itself unable to sell new vehicles in...
The Ultimate Electric SUV Showdown: 2026 BMW iX vs Mercedes EQS vs Audi Q8 e-tron – Who Reigns Supreme?
As the electric SUV market heats up, 2026 promises thrilling contenders that combine luxury, performance, and cutting-edge technology. Join us as we dive deep into the specifications, pricing, and features of BMW's iX, Mercedes' EQS, and Audi's Q8 e-tron to find your perfect electric ride!
New magnetic material removes 95% of microplastics from water
Innovative Australian researchers have developed a groundbreaking reusable magnetic material that effectively eliminates over ninety-five percent of microplastics from water. This remarkable technology also exhibits potential in removing harmful PFAS chemicals. The magnetic powder quickly captures tiny plastic particles and heavy metals, enabling easy recovery with magnets after use, thereby significantly cutting down on waste and operational costs. This advancement offers a promising solution f...
Battle of the Electric Titans: BMW iX, Mercedes EQS, and Audi Q8 e-tron Face Off in 2026!
The race to dominate the electric SUV market is heating up in 2026, with BMW, Mercedes, and Audi revealing their latest contenders. Which luxury electric SUV reigns supreme in terms of performance, technology, and style? Let’s delve into the showdown!
How you could live to 190: Scientists discover the ultimate limit of the human lifespan
How you could live to 190: Scientists discover the ultimate limit of the human lifespanREAD MORE: The exact age Gen Z consider you 'old', revealed See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy WILIAM HUNTER, SENIOR SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY REPORTER Published: 15:43, 23 July 2026 | Updated: 15:45, 23 July 2026 e-mail 45 View comments
50-year-old 'machine problem' is why The Odyssey can be seen in true IMAX at 41 theatres
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey is available in limited 70mm IMAX theaters worldwide. This scarcity stems from aging technology and the lack of new projector manufacturing. IMAX must rebuild and retrofit its old machines, which are large and complex. The film prints themselves are also massive, weighing hundreds of pounds. This combination restricts screenings to only forty-one global locations.
DAVID MARCUS: In Middle America, socialist politics ages like milk
Erick was here for a conference on transportation technology when I talked to him about his hometown of Denver, and how socialist Congressional candidate Melat Kiros recently won a shocking Democratic primary win over her more moderate rival."I’m a Democrat," Erick told me. "I lean a bit to the Republican side maybe, but these socialists are crazy."In his 40s, having lived for 15 years in England, Erick is socially liberal, but also patriotic. He has concerns about AI and data centers, but also...
What could go wrong? Watch as two humanoid robots perform SURGERY on pigs - as scientists say humans could be next
READ MORE: Robot decapitated during brutal humanoid cage fight See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy WILIAM HUNTER, SENIOR SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY REPORTER Published: 13:12, 23 July 2026 | Updated: 15:14, 23 July 2026 e-mail 33 View comments
Google fined €890m by EU for favouring its own apps over rivals
Google fined €890m by EU for favouring its own apps over rivalsImage source, Getty ImagesByShiona McCallumSenior technology reporter Published2 minutes agoGoogle has been fined €890m (£759m) by the EU for allegedly abusing its power by favouring its own apps and services over those from rivals.It is the first major action against the tech giant under the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA), a landmark law aimed at curbing the power of the world's biggest tech companies.The Commission argued Google's...
Donald Trump issues Israel ultimatum to Saudi Arabia ahead of nuclear deal
President Donald Trump has issued an ultimatum to Saudi Arabia over their civil nuclear deal, saying Riyadh must join the Abraham Accords to normalise relations with Israel.The US and Saudi Arabia announced an agreement on Wednesday on civil nuclear power, letting the kingdom enrich uranium and build nuclear reactors using US technology, without requiring the snap UN inspections that Washington has previously demanded from Iran.The deal has to pass through the US Congress to go into force.Presid...
First Thing: US agrees Saudi uranium deal as strikes on Iran continue and Yemen’s Houthis hit tankers
Conflict continues across the region as White House announces nuclear technology agreement. Plus, the artist who flattened a Tesla with a tankGood morning. The US has signed a landmark nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia that could allow the kingdom to enrich uranium in the future. The deal will be submitted to Congress for review, where it could face opposition among lawmakers who fear a lack of monitoring safeguards.In lengthy talks stretching over more than one administration, the US has feared th...
India's first hydrogen-powered train clocks around 900 km in five days
India's first hydrogen fuel cell train has covered 900 kilometers on its initial operational route. This new train runs on hydrogen fuel cells, producing only water vapor and heat. Passenger fares remain consistent with ordinary diesel services on this pilot project. The train operates on the Jind-Sonipat corridor in Haryana, carrying many passengers. India joins a select group of nations testing this advanced rail technology.