ChatGPT could affect your critical thinking skills, study finds
MIT researchers conducted a study assessing the impacts of ChatGPT on the brain during writing assignments.
Uber Eats launches new robot delivery service in Atlanta
If you live in Atlanta, your next food delivery could be coming to you courtesy of a robot.
Judge blocks Georgia's social media age verification law, citing free speech
A federal judge has blocked a new Georgia law requiring age verification for social media accounts, saying she's concerned that the law restricts free speech.
Cobb County pioneers AI training for 911 dispatchers with CommsCoach Simulation
Cobb County is the first in Georgia to use the AI-powered simulations for training 911 dispatchers.
YouTube raising minimum age for live streaming to 16
Starting July 22, YouTube will require users to be at least 16 years old to live stream on their own, tightening safety restrictions for teen creators.
AT&T settles data breach lawsuits for $177 million: What customers need to know about settlement payments
The $177 million settlement received preliminary approval late last week.
GE moves washing machine production from China to Kentucky
GE Appliances says the project will move production of a combo washer/dryer and a lineup of front load washers from China to Louisville.
Waymo expands robotaxi service to Atlanta in partnership with Uber
Waymo is launching its driverless robotaxi service in Atlanta, expanding its presence in major U.S. cities.
AI willing to let humans die, blackmail to avoid shutdown, report finds
In simulated corporate scenarios, leading AI models—including ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini—engaged in blackmail, leaked information, and let humans die when facing threats to their autonomy, a new Anthropic study found.
South Fulton debates economic gains, environmental costs of new data centers
Supporters emphasize the potential for significant tax revenue and job creation during construction, though operational jobs may be limited.
Passwords data breach: What to do if your account was affected
Here are some tips for managing your cyber security risk as we’re still learning more about the reported largest data breach in history involving 16 billion passwords.
Eagle Scout's drone course enhances Fayette County deputies' training
Harris Hill, a high school junior and aspiring naval aviator, built a drone obstacle course for Fayette County deputies as part of his Eagle Scout project.
16 billion passwords leaked in Google, Facebook, Apple massive data breach: What we know
Sensitive information including logins to social media accounts was among the data exposed in what some believe is the largest breach in U.S. history.
Scammers using AI to steal college financial aid: What we know
Victims of identity theft who discover loans fraudulently taken out in their names must go through months of calling colleges, the federal government and loan servicers to get the debt erased.
Honda joins space race with successful reusable rocket test
Honda has entered the space race with the successful launch and landing of a reusable rocket, marking a significant step in its space ambitions.
AT&T bringing high-speed internet to Forest Park residents, businesses
AT&T Fiber has launched in Forest Park, bringing high-speed internet to over 5,000 homes and businesses.
WhatsApp to start showing ads: What to know
WhatsApp announced it will begin displaying ads in the app’s Updates tab as part of Meta’s effort to generate more revenue.
Americans spend $164 billion a year on cable, internet services, study finds
A new report finds U.S. households are spending more than ever on cable and internet services, with the average household shelling out over $1,000 per year—and some cities paying nearly double that.
States take legal action as 23andMe attempts to sell customer genetic information amid bankruptcy
Several states have joined a lawsuit against 23andme. They say bankruptcy shouldn't allow the genetic testing company to sell sensitive customer data.
iOS 26 will let parents manage who their kids text and what apps they see
Apple is rolling out new parental control features in iOS 26 that give parents more ways to manage kids’ texting, app use, and online safety—part of a broader effort to protect children and teens across its platforms.