Škoda’s voice assistant Laura now with ChatGPT
Škoda’s voice assistant Laura has been expanded thanks to the integration of Chat Pro from technology partner Cerence Inc. Alongside previously available sources of information, the Chat Pro function is now directly connected to the advanced AI tool ChatGPT to answer questions beyond the scope of Laura’s original knowledge. The feature is now available…
Facebook and WhatsApp most impersonated brands for hackers
The average Brit’s device is attacked with malware 97 times per month – with Facebook and WhatsApp among the most impersonated brands for hackers The UK is one of the worst-hit countries for malware, with more than 18 million attacks since the beginning of the year Adult sites contain 8% of all detected malware, the…
Bitcoin Uncovered: Currency of the Future
Are you new to Bitcoin and wondering about the hype surrounding this cryptocurrency? This article will answer your questions about its origin and the future of digital assets. Since its inception, Bitcoin has revolutionized the financial world. As the first decentralized digital currency, Bitcoin offers a new way to think about money, transactions, and trust.…
EU accuses Apple of DMA breach, Freely signs up Smart TV brands
European Union regulators have accused Apple of being in breach of new laws designed to rein in big tech companies. The European Commission, which regulates competition in the EU, said Apple's App Store squeezes out rival marketplaces, marking the first time it has found a company in breach of the Digital Markets Act (DMA). The…
Škoda Kodiaq – the perfect motor for a large family
Chris Price takes the latest Skoda Kodiaq seven-seater for a spin around Ireland's beautiful Ring of Kerry and is impressed with this family car, as well as the views! OK I have a confession to make. Until last week I’d never driven a Skoda. I’ve obviously heard lots about them and even some of…
Which? car hire survey results – Goldcar finishes bottom
Consumer association Which? has revealed the best and worst car hire firms and brokers - as Goldcar once again finishes bottom in its annual survey. Which? is warning travellers to be wary of car hire rip-offs this summer, as Goldcar’s 'pressure-selling tactics and dire customer service' left it languishing at the bottom of the consumer association's rankings. Which?…
TikTok fights US ban, Sony cuts funding for PlayStation VR2?
TikTok has launched a long-awaited legal fight to stop its Chinese owner being forced to sell the short video platform's US operations, arguing it violates Americans' rights to free speech. TikTok and Chinese parent ByteDance were told in April they had until January next year to divest TikTok in the US or face the prospect…
VW adds ChatGPT to several models
Interaction with ChatGPT works via the IDA voice assistant. Chat GPT AI tool will complement Volkswagen’s own online voice assistant IDA Customers can communicate with their vehicle using natural language and will receive a range of additional information Volkswagen is one of the first high-volume manufacturers to bring ChatGPT to its vehicles…
Booking.com warns of AI travel scam explosion, will China hit back against EU tariffs?
Booking.com is warning artificial intelligence (AI) is driving an explosion in travel scams. The firm's internet safety boss, Marnie Wilking, said there had been "anywhere from a 500 to a 900% increase" in the past 18 months. She said there had been a particularly marked increase in phishing - where people are tricked into handing…
Big tech brands flouting new laws on smart devices, warns Which?
Hisense, a prominent Euro 2024 sponsor, offers just two years of support from when a smart TV is first released Big brands behind expensive smart appliances, including smartphones, doorbells and smart TVs, are potentially selling smart devices illegally by breaking product security laws that came into force earlier this year. The…
