[2026-04-28 08:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Elon Musk’s long-awaited courtroom battle with Sam Altman poised to spill Silicon Valley dirt

Snippet: A long-anticipated courtroom battle between Elon Musk and Sam Altman kicked off in California Monday — and the legal brawl is poised to spill mounds of inside gossip and dirty laundry from Silicon Valley in the weeks ahead.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/27/business/elon-musks-long-awaited-courtroom-battle-with-sam-altman-poised-to-spill-silicon-valley-dirt/

[2026-04-28 08:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s DeepSeek prices new V4 AI model at 97% below OpenAI’s GPT-5.5

Snippet: DeepSeek’s move aims to attract more enterprise clients, developers and agent-based users, according to an academic

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3351595/chinas-deepseek-prices-new-v4-ai-model-97-below-openais-gpt-55?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-28 08:00 UTC+10:00] [OpenAI] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s DeepSeek prices new V4 AI model at 97% below OpenAI’s GPT-5.5

Snippet: DeepSeek’s move aims to attract more enterprise clients, developers and agent-based users, according to an academic

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3351595/chinas-deepseek-prices-new-v4-ai-model-97-below-openais-gpt-55

[2026-04-28 07:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Italian archaeologists use AI to generate image of Pompeii victim for first time

Snippet: Archaeologists in Italy's Pompeii have for the first time used artificial intelligence to reconstruct the appearance of one of the victims of the volcanic eruption that destroyed the ancient Roman city nearly 2,000 years ago.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-894364

[2026-04-28 07:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Pompeii researchers use AI to create stunning digital portrait of victim who tried to escape eruption

Snippet: Archaeologists from the ancient ruined site of Pompeii have used AI to digitally generate a portrait of one of the 2,000 people who died during the volcanic eruption that destroyed the Roman city.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/27/world-news/pompeii-researchers-use-ai-to-create-stunning-digital-portrait-of-victim-who-tried-to-escape-eruption/

[2026-04-28 07:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Security fears as WA prepares to roll out digital drivers licences

Snippet: Topic:State and Territory Government

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-28/wa-digital-drivers-trial-sparks-warning-over-cyber-security/106606044

[2026-04-28 06:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: 22-Year-Old Indian Man Dupes "Horny" Guys Online With Fake Blonde Female MAGA Influencer

Snippet: A 22-year-old medical student from northern India found an unlikely way to fund his education: building a fake online influencer using artificial intelligence, according to The Daily Beast and Wired.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/22-year-old-indian-man-dupes-horny-guys-online-fake-blonde-female-maga-influencer

[2026-04-28 06:30 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: [Andrew Sheng] Moving to stable, inclusive order

Snippet: The old order is being destroyed before our eyes. With volatility players making billions from Trump’s “war-on, war-off” announcements on the Iranian war, the rest of us are finally convinced that geopolitical rivalry is all about who controls energy, water, food and technology. Geography and ego determine destiny.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10726668

[2026-04-28 06:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: China seeks to block US tech giant Meta from AI acquisition

Snippet: China has said it is blocking tech giant Meta from an acquisition of artificial intelligence (AI) startup Manus, tightening scrutiny of investment in domestic startups developing frontier technologies from the United States.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/4/27/china-blocks-us-tech-giant-meta-from-acquiring-ai-startup-manus

[2026-04-28 06:00 UTC+10:00] [General Opinion] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: When a click costs millions

Snippet: The USD 2.5 million cyber breach at Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Finance exemplifies weak behaviours and cyber defenses, but it also manifests deeper systemic challenges. It shows a lack of infrastructure, governance, and protective measures where operational and institutional processes have not been developed and evolved to adapt to today’s sophisticated and advanced cyber threats.This is particularly relevant to Sri Lanka’s many initiatives which fall within e-governance, digital payments, and interconnected systems in services to citizens.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/28/general-opinion/985956/when-a-click-costs-millions/

[2026-04-28 05:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lankan ICT companies enhancing Sri Lanka–Japan ICT partnership by attending Japan IT Week 2026 - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lankan Information Communication Technology (ICT) companies participated in Japan IT Week Spring 2026, held from April 6th to 10th at Tokyo Big Sight, Japan in collaboration with the The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Japan,

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/28/business/985854/sri-lankan-ict-companies-enhancing-sri-lanka-japan-ict-partnership-by-attending-japan-it-week-2026/

[2026-04-28 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: CDB introduces Lanka’s First Sound Box driving financial inclusion - DailyNews

Snippet: Citizens Development Business Finance PLC (CDB) has introduced the Sound Box as part of its continued focus on digital payment solutions in Sri Lanka.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/28/business/985714/cdb-introduces-lankas-first-sound-box-driving-financial-inclusion/

[2026-04-28 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Visa appoints Suresh Sethi as Group Country Manager for India and South Asia - DailyNews

Snippet: Visa, a global leader in digital payments, announced that Suresh Sethi has been appointed Group Country Manager for India and South Asia. In this role, Suresh will lead Visa’s strategy and operations across India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, the Maldives and Bhutan.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/28/business/985711/visa-appoints-suresh-sethi-as-group-country-manager-for-india-and-south-asia/

[2026-04-28 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sell-X Office Automation and TecCoop inks deal to drive digital transformation in cooperative sector - DailyNews

Snippet: A significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s cooperative and technology sectors was marked on April 23, at Monarch Imperial, with the signing of a strategic partnership between Sell-X and TecCoop.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/28/business/985739/sell-x-office-automation-and-teccoop-inks-deal-to-drive-digital-transformation-in-cooperative-sector/

[2026-04-28 05:32 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: CRIB and LRA announce soft launch of AI-Powered DDCR model

Snippet: The Credit Information Bureau of Sri Lanka (CRIB), in partnership with Lanka Rating Agency (LRA) as its technical partner, announced the soft launch of the AI-powered Digital Dynamic Credit Ratings (DDCR) model, a transformative initiative set to reshape how small and medium enterprises (SMEs) will be benefited when evaluated for credit worthiness and access to capital.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/28/business/985760/crib-and-lra-announce-soft-launch-of-ai-powered-ddcr-model/

[2026-04-28 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Digital Currency Proposal for BRICS 2026 Agenda - DailyNews

Snippet: In 2026, the global financial system is witnessing a shift that could alter the functioning of world trade.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/28/world/986056/digital-currency-proposal-for-brics-2026-agenda/

[2026-04-28 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Guidelines on optimal use of digital technologies in remote delivery of public services - DailyNews

Snippet: In view of the ongoing unrest in the Middle East region, particularly since February 28, 2026, and the associated global economic trends, the Government initially took steps to maintain limited office services to minimise the pressure on national fuel stocks due to fuel supply constraints and overall energy management needs that currently affect Sri Lanka.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/28/local/986139/guidelines-on-optimal-use-of-digital-technologies-in-remote-delivery-of-public-services/

[2026-04-28 05:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Offensive powerhouse Georgia Tech continues dominant run through ACC

Snippet: Georgia Tech’s Jarren Advincula (2) throws to first base during an NCAA baseball game against Virginia Tech on Saturday, March 7, 2026 in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Stew Milne, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/college-baseball-86c201d8c4dd8262216167e488548749

[2026-04-28 04:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Casualty list from AI bubble moves up a gear as Apple's Tim Cook exits

Snippet: Tim Cook is a cautious and thoughtful man who has prioritised user privacy. (AP: Apple)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-28/ai-bubble-apple-tim-cook-technology-verrender-column/106610832

[2026-04-28 04:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby under investigation for ‘thousands’ of potential gambling violations

Snippet: Texas Tech transfer quarterback Brendan Sorsby is on an indefinite leave of absence from the football team and will seek treatment for a gambling addiction, the school said in a statement Monday.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/27/sports/star-college-qb-under-investigation-for-thousands-of-potential-gambling-violations/

[2026-04-28 04:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: China's carmakers surge past Japan, European peers with AI, battery tech

Snippet: The Z convertible EV from BYD's luxury brand Denza seen at the 2026 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/china-s-carmakers-surge-past-japan-european-peers-with-ai-battery-tech

[2026-04-28 03:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Texas Tech QB Sorsby enters treatment program for gambling

Snippet: Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby watches the school’s NFL football pro day, March 26, 2026, in Lubbock, Texas. (AP Photo/Annie Rice)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/texas-tech-sorsby-gambling-cf276d3c93da17a35fbdfd990163ef72

[2026-04-28 03:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Kalshi, Polymarket Among 27 Prediction Platforms Banned In Brazil

Snippet: Authored by Amin Haqshanas via CoinTelegraph.com,

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/technology/kalshi-polymarket-among-27-prediction-platforms-banned-brazil

[2026-04-28 03:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Meet the educational operating system for elite youth: ICL Academy

Snippet: ICL Academy reflects a broader global shift in how young talent is developed, contributing to evolving approaches in digital and hybrid K–12 education. Positioned at the intersection of academia, athletics, and the rapidly expanding creator economy, ICL has evolved far beyond a traditional accredited school into a dynamic, fast-scaling platform serving high-performing athletes and performers across the world.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/contributor-content/meet-the-educational-operating-system-for-elite-youth-icl-academy/

[2026-04-28 03:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Archaeologists at Pompeii use AI to reveal the face of one of the victims

Snippet: A digital portrait represents a man who was among 2 victims discovered as they attempted to flee the city during the AD 79 volcanic eruption

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3351616/archaeologists-pompeii-use-ai-reveal-face-one-victims?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-28 03:04 UTC+10:00] [Porta Stabia necropolis] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Archaeologists at Pompeii use AI to reveal the face of one of the victims

Snippet: A digital portrait represents a man who was among 2 victims discovered as they attempted to flee the city during the AD 79 volcanic eruption

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3351616/archaeologists-pompeii-use-ai-reveal-face-one-victims

[2026-04-28 03:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: Taylor Swift files to trademark voice and image after AI concerns

Snippet: Taylor Swift has applied to trademark her voice and appearance in an apparent attempt to protect herself from artificial intelligence impersonations.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/crm1mygrmv2o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-04-28 02:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: BYD confirms talks on F1 entry with eye on testing EV tech

Snippet: BYD luxury brand Yangwang showcases its Xtreme electric supercar at the Beijing Auto Show. (Photo by Shizuka Tanabe)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/electric-vehicles/byd-confirms-talks-on-f1-entry-with-eye-on-testing-ev-tech

[2026-04-28 02:49 UTC+10:00] [Content moderation] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Politico

Title: Capitals cool on Brussels age-check app

Snippet: BRUSSELS — National capitals are skeptical and even downright dismissive of a new application created by the European Commission to check the age of internet users, government ministers and officials told POLITICO.

Read full article: https://www.politico.eu/article/national-capitals-cool-brussels-age-check-app-social-media-children/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication

[2026-04-28 02:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including the .

Snippet: The PostMag Quick CrosswordTuesday, 28 Aprilloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-quick/2026-04-28

[2026-04-28 02:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including Mini Sudoku.

Snippet: Mini SudokuTuesday, 28 Aprilloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/mini-sudoku/2026-04-28

[2026-04-28 02:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including the SCMP Cryptic Crossword.

Snippet: The SCMP Cryptic CrosswordTuesday, 28 Aprilloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-cryptic/2026-04-28

[2026-04-28 02:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including Word Search.

Snippet: Word SearchTuesday, 28 Aprilloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/word-search/2026-04-28

[2026-04-28 02:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Inclusive growth seen in Region 6 as unemployment, poverty decrease

Snippet: Read this in The Manila Times digital edition.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/28/regions/inclusive-growth-seen-in-region-6-as-unemployment-poverty-decrease/2329529

[2026-04-28 02:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PBBM orders P17.27B release to build 4,960 classrooms nationwide, close learning gaps

Snippet: Read this in The Manila Times digital edition.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/28/tmt-newswire/pbbm-orders-p1727b-release-to-build-4960-classrooms-nationwide-close-learning-gaps/2329052

[2026-04-28 02:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Apple Fixes Bug That Allowed FBI To Read Deleted Signal Messages

Snippet: Authored by Brian Quarmby via CoinTelegraph.com,

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/technology/apple-fixes-bug-allowed-fbi-read-deleted-signal-messages

[2026-04-28 02:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Digital reconstruction unveils face of ancient Pompeii victim using AI

Snippet: A view of the Pompeii Archeological Park, near Naples, southern Italy, on Dec. 14, 2022. (AP Photo/Andrew Medichini, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/italy-pompeii-artificial-intelligence-reconstruction-victims-vesuvius-2b1b4c944f4285a10699b3f3053fe8a6

[2026-04-28 02:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Where is the counter-drone tech in Israel's North? - analysis

Snippet: Despite a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, hostile drones continue to attack and kill Israeli troops, most recently 19 year-old Sgt. Idan Fooks. Hezbollah’s persistent use of their inexpensive yet effective unmanned systems begs the question: where are the counter-UAS systems meant to neutralize the threat?

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/defense-and-tech/article-894326

[2026-04-28 02:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: The bully can’t be the victim

Snippet: LAST week, the wife of Quezon city councilor Alfred Vargas posted in her social media account that she had filed 20 counts (I repeat, 20 counts) of cyber libel against an individual whom she did not name.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/28/opinion/columns/the-bully-cant-be-the-victim/2329498

[2026-04-28 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Japan startup seeks approval of cat kidney disease treatment

Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/28/world/asia-oceania/japan-startup-seeks-approval-of-cat-kidney-disease-treatment/2329088

[2026-04-28 01:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: New York Yankees and Rangers fans at high risk of password breach, with millions hacked, new study reveals

Snippet: New York sports fans might want to switch up their passwords.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/27/tech/new-york-yankees-rangers-fans-at-risk-of-password-breach-study/

[2026-04-28 01:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Former Google DeepMind researcher's AI startup raises record $1.1 billion seed funding to pursue superintelligence

Snippet: A former top researcher at Google AI division DeepMind announced Monday a record $1.1 billion seed round for his months-old startup Ineffable Intelligence.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/27/deepmind-ineffable-intelligence-record-seed-funding-nvidia-google.html

[2026-04-28 00:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: 'Hacking' doorknobs and plants: Is physical AI the future of technology? | The National

Snippet: Archetype AI founder and chief executive Ivan Poupyrev believes the future of artificial intelligence will revolve around everyday objects like plants and doorknobs, not screens.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/future/technology/2026/04/27/ai-objects-archetype-ivan-poupyrev/

[2026-04-28 00:08 UTC+10:00] [California] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: California billionaire tax proposal garners enough signatures to head to ballot

Snippet: Proposal for a one-time 5% tax on billionaires in the state is opposed by Silicon Valley tech titans and Gavin Newsom

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/apr/27/california-billionaire-tax

[2026-04-28 00:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Alemania sospecha que Rusia está detrás del phishing en Signal contra altos funcionarios

Snippet: Vista de la app Signal en un smartphone, el 25 de marzo de 2025 en Chicago. (Foto AP/Kiichiro Sato, Archivo)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/alemania-signal-rusia-phishing-78cb46c045c345e3dace427d01eb42c1

[2026-04-28 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Optical chipmaker’s profit soars 1,153% on AI demand, China’s tech self-reliance push

Snippet: Yuanjie Semiconductor Technology’s profit gain matches its elevenfold share price increase over the past year

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3351605/optical-chipmakers-profit-soars-1153-ai-demand-chinas-tech-self-reliance-push?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-28 00:00 UTC+10:00] [Huawei Technologies] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Optical chipmaker’s profit soars 1,153% on AI demand, China’s tech self-reliance push

Snippet: Yuanjie Semiconductor Technology’s profit gain matches its elevenfold share price increase over the past year

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3351605/optical-chipmakers-profit-soars-1153-ai-demand-chinas-tech-self-reliance-push

[2026-04-27 23:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese robotaxi firms accelerate global roll-outs as cost edge drives expansion

Snippet: Pony AI and WeRide harness China’s supply chain strength to cut costs, boost efficiency and scale robotaxi fleets worldwide

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3351581/chinese-robotaxi-firms-accelerate-global-roll-outs-cost-edge-drives-expansion?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-27 23:30 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese robotaxi firms accelerate global roll-outs as cost edge drives expansion

Snippet: Pony AI and WeRide harness China’s supply chain strength to cut costs, boost efficiency and scale robotaxi fleets worldwide

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3351581/chinese-robotaxi-firms-accelerate-global-roll-outs-cost-edge-drives-expansion

[2026-04-27 23:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: South Africa withdraws AI policy due to fake AI-generated sources

Snippet: Already have Rappler+? Sign in to listen to groundbreaking journalism.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/technology/south-africa-withdraws-artificial-intelligence-policy-hallucinated-sources/