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FTC starts inquiry into AI chatbot companions and their effects on kids -- The Federal Trade Commission wants to know more about potential harms to children and teenagers who use their AI chatbots as companions.
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Uber plans to let customers book helicopter rides through its app -- Uber is teaming with electric air taxi maker Joby to bring helicopter service to its ride-sharing platform as soon as 2026.3 days ago
How AI powered robots are helping small farms -- From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.1 year ago
Apple unveils new line of products -- Apple rolled out a new line of products Tuesday, including the thinnest iPhone ever made, a new version of the AirPods Pro and a watch that can monitor your blood pressure. They're the first new products from Apple since the global tariff war began earlier this year.3 days ago
How AI is affecting early-career workers -- The unemployment rate for 20 to 24 year olds is more than 9% - double the national average. New research shows artificial intelligence is making it even harder to land a first job. Bharat Chander, researcher at the Stanford Digital Economy Lab, joins to discuss.3 days ago
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection -- ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.3 years ago
Inside Apple's 2025 launch event -- Apple on Tuesday unveiled a new generation of products at its biggest launch event of 2025. CBS News 24/7 Primetime anchor Elizabeth Cook got a first look at the new models and spoke with tech experts who attended for their first impressions.3 days ago
What's different about the new iPhone Air? -- Apple unveiled its latest generation of products during its annual launch event in California on Tuesday, including its slimmest iPhone yet. The iPhone 17, AirPods Pro 3 and Apple Watch Series 11 will hit stores on Sept. 19. The tech giant also debuted its new iPhone Air. CNET editor at large Bridget Carey joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.3 days ago
Report: Possible AI scheme in publications -- An investigation by The Washington Post claims that several publications, including Business Insider and Wired, have removed articles that appear to have been written by artificial intelligence and published under fake aliases. Scott Nover, media reporter for The Washington Post, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.3 days ago
Whistleblower claims about Meta and kids -- Two Meta whistleblowers testified before Senate lawmakers on Tuesday, accusing the social media giant of suppressing research about the safety of child users. Senior Bloomberg News reporter Kurt Wagner joins CBS News to unpack the testimony.3 days ago
Apple unveils iPhone 17, new AirPods and more -- Apple unveiled its latest generation of products during a launch event Tuesday. CBS News 24/7 Primetime anchor Elizabeth Cook went to the tech giant's headquarters for a look at the new models.4 days ago
Apple unveils new Phone 17, upgraded AirPods and watch at annual launch -- Apple's annual technology showcase includes the iPhone 17, along with refreshed AirPods that can offer live translation.4 days ago
Nonprofit uses AI to repurpose medications -- The nonprofit Every Cure is using AI to look for opportunities to repurpose medications already on the market to treat rare illnesses. President and co-founder Dr. David Fajgenbaum explains his personal inspiration for the nonprofit.4 days ago
Some U.S. schools disconnect students from phones -- This school year, more states are moving to limit cell phones in the classroom. It's happening as new data reveals that ⅔ of Americans believe all-day bans would boost grades, social skills and behavior. Skyler Henry has more from a school in Atlanta.5 days ago
Anthropic to pay $1.5 billion to settle authors' copyright lawsuit -- Book authors will receive about $3,000 each after alleging that Anthropic had used pirated copies of their works to train its chatbot.8 days ago