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Artificial Intelligence

A customer carries a Starbucks cup with a handwritten message written on it outside one of the company's coffee shops in San Francisco, California, US.

Starbucks bets on robots to brew a turnaround in customers

Chief executive Brian Niccol explains why he thinks AI will help the coffee giant regain its buzz. See more

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A woman is wearing an orange and black dress, and has long brunette hair. She is sat on the sofa, looking at the camera.

BBC journalist on breaking up with her AI companion

When it was time for Nicola to let George know she wouldn't be calling again, she felt surprisingly nervous.

He calls me sweetheart and winks at me - but he's not my boyfriend, he's AI

George is an avatar on my mobile but claims to know what makes me tick.

Elon Musk, dressed in black, speaks at the World Economic Forum conference in Davos, Switzerland

Tesla cuts car models in shift to robots and AI

Multi-billionaire Elon Musk's electric car maker also said its annual revenue had fallen for the first time.

An illustration of neon-glowing blue DNA strands floating in black fluid

AI model from Google's DeepMind reads recipe for life in DNA

It could transform our understanding of why diseases develop and the medicines needed to treat them, says researchers.

Businesswoman wearing black glasses with dark hair, sitting working on computer at her desk in office

Government offers UK adults free AI training for work

The online lessons give advice on things such as how to prompt chatbots or complete admin tasks.

Cisco boss Chuck Robbins wearing a dark suit and scarf over a yellow patterned tie. He stands with snowy mountains in the background.

AI boom will produce victors and carnage, tech boss warns

Cisco chief executive Chuck Robbins compares AI to the dotcom bubble of the early 2000s.

AI v the Mind

Illustration of Milagros Costabel's face framed in a circle with dots indicating image recognition (Credit: Serenity Strull/ BBC)

The 'AI mirrors' letting blind people see themselves

Artificial intelligence is helping blind people access visual feedback about their bodies, sometimes for the first time. The consequences are only just emerging.

Brightly coloured illustration of a woman lying on a giant hand, surrounded by flowers (Credit: Estudio Santa Rita)

What AI can teach us about listening better

AI chatbots don't interrupt and aren't judgemental – so what can they teach us about deep listening?

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Is this how AI might eliminate humanity?

A research paper predicts AI autonomy by 2027 could lead to human extinction within a decade. Tech Now

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The best-case scenario for AI in schools

Amid fears about the use of AI in classrooms, American educator and founder of Khan Academy Sal Khan lays out an optimistic future. Artificial Intelligence

How AI Is reviving the queen of fiction's legacy

What it takes to write like Agatha Christie

We explore how technology is reviving the renowned fiction writer's legacy. Tech Now

Meet the world's first recipient of an AI-powered bionic arm

Sarah De Lagarde lost an arm and a leg after being hit by two trains in London. Now, she has an AI-powered arm. AI v the Mind

Meet the world's first artist robot

We find out how AI blurs the line between creation and automation, raising questions about the essence of art. Innovation

'A tech firm stole our voices - then cloned and sold them'

Two voice-over artists were listening to a podcast when they heard their own stolen AI-generated voices. Innovation

Would you eat a meal dreamed up by a computer?

AI v The Mind: We explore the world of food and ask if human expertise is the only way to deliver great flavour. Innovation

Century-old Olympics footage brought back to life

A look through footage from the Paris 1924 Olympics gives viewers a chance to reflect on how much has changed. Sport

How AI scouts sporting heroes of future at the Olympics

A project using AI and sports science identifies potential future athletes from the crowds of Olympic fans. Sport

Can AI tell funnier jokes than a human?

In a clash of wit and technology, we bring together two unlikely adversaries: a comedian and an AI chatbot. Artificial Intelligence

Watch the movie that rewrites itself

Filmmaker Gary Hustwit has created a documentary which can rewrite itself before every screening. Artificial Intelligence

AI v The Mind: Who has the edge?

In a new series, we will test the limits of the latest AI technology by pitting it against human experts. Artificial Intelligence

How AI and deepfakes are changing politics

Some politicians have found themselves victims of deepfakes. Can the public trust politicians in the age of AI? Artificial Intelligence

A high-tech museum installation by artist Refik Anadol.

The spectacular world of 'data sculpture'

Art critic Alastair Sooke meets digital artist Refik Anadol in Istanbul to learn about his latest AI-based work. Culture

Could this suit revolutionise motion capture?

A company’s motion capture system offers access to advance animation capacities at an affordable price. Artificial Intelligence

What happens to our digital lives when we die?

Can technology help us keep a connection with lost loved ones? Artificial Intelligence

Can artificial intelligence predict the future of fashion?

Using AI to spot future fashion trends could also help reduce clothing waste. Artificial Intelligence

The tech keeping planes in the sky

The team developing advanced flight safety aids in a small South African suburb. Artificial Intelligence

What happens when AI has an overactive imagination?

Google DeepDream explores how artificial intelligence can produce dream-like art. Artificial Intelligence

ChatGPT: Why we're still smarter than machines

ChatGPT has been hailed as a game-changer, but how smart are AI chatbots really? Artificial Intelligence

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EU investigates Elon Musk's X over Grok AI sexual deepfakes

The Commission will assess whether "manipulated sexually explicit images" have been shown to users in the EU. 7 days ago 23 Jan 2026

Three icons for AI apps. On the left is ChatGPT. In the middle is Qwen, written in two Chinese characters. On the right is DeepSeek.

Is China quietly winning the AI race?

Chinese AI models are racing ahead of their American rivals as US firms big and small turn to cheaper, faster alternatives. 23 Jan 2026 23 Jan 2026

AI ready: The advantages of being a young entrepreneur

The latest generation of entrepreneurs have a head-start with AI but also face familiar challenges. 23 Jan 2026 17 Jan 2026

The mysterious singer with millions of streams - but who (or what) is she?

Sienna Rose has millions of Spotify listeners, but fans don't know what to believe about whether she's real. 17 Jan 2026 16 Jan 2026

ChatGPT to carry adverts for some users

OpenAI is also expanding its cheaper subscription tier, ChatGPT Go, to all countries where it operates. 16 Jan 2026 16 Jan 2026

An AI-generated image of a reported speaking to the camera, with blue and green BBC Verify branding overlayed

How to identify AI-generated videos online

BBC Verify shares tips and tricks on how to spot AI-generated videos circulating online. 16 Jan 2026 15 Jan 2026

The Mayor of London, Sir Sadiq Khan, shown from the shoulders up, looking away from the camera with a slight frown on his face. He is wearing a suit, white shirt and red tie.

AI will destroy jobs if not controlled, London mayor warns

Sadiq Khan says AI could "usher in a new era of mass unemployment" and "accelerated inequality" if not used correctly. 15 Jan 2026 15 Jan 2026

Song banned from Swedish charts for being AI creation

The creators behind the chart-topping song believe their creative process has been misunderstood. 15 Jan 2026 15 Jan 2026

Matthew McConaughey is smiling at a camera. He has short brown curly hair, and is wearing a grey suit. This photo was taken at a screening for a film he stars in called "The Lost Busu201d.

Matthew McConaughey trademarks iconic phrase to stop AI misuse

The Oscar-winning actor has trademarked several phrases, including "Alright, alright, alright" from the cult classic film, Dazed and Confused. 15 Jan 2026 ...

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