BBC Radio's Historic Electric Meter Control System Set to Power Down in 2025
The UK's longstanding Radio Teleswitch Service, which used BBC Radio 4 signals to manage electricity rates for 600,000 homes, will shut down in 2025 due to equipment limitations. The transition to smart meters brings new challenges as millions face connectivity and billing issues.
Apple's AI News Feature Under Fire for Generating False Headlines
BBC News and Reporters Without Borders criticize Apple after its AI-powered notification system produced multiple fake news headlines about sports and celebrities. The recurring incidents raise serious concerns about AI-generated news summaries spreading misinformation through trusted media channels.
Apple's AI System Sparks Controversy Over False BBC News Attribution
Apple faces backlash after its Intelligence feature generated fake news attributed to BBC, including a fabricated alert about a murder suspect. Media watchdog RSF calls for the feature's removal, highlighting critical concerns about AI's compatibility with factual journalism.