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The UK government has announced a new strategic partnership with OpenAI that could lead the company to “expand AI security research collaborations, explore investing in UK AI infrastructure like data centers, and find new ways for taxpayer funded services” to use AI. The move follows the introduction of the AI Action Plan in January, which fast-tracks the construction of data centers in certain regions of the UK.

In the (entirely voluntary) partnership agreement — technically a Memorandum of Understanding — OpenAI and the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) agree to tackle positive-sounding, but ultimately vague tasks things like finding ways for “advanced AI models” to be used in both the public and private sectors and sharing information around the security risks of AI. OpenAI is also supposed to help DSIT identify ways it can deliver on the infrastructure goals of the AI Action Plan, and possibly explore building in one of the UK’s new data center-friendly “AI Growth Zones.”

All of this sounds nebulous and non-committal because the memorandum OpenAI signed is not at all legally-binding. The partnership sounds nice for elected officials eager to prove the UK is competing in AI, but it doesn’t tie anyone down, including the UK government: If Anthropic offers a deal on Claude, they can take it.

OpenAI already has offices in London, so deepening its investment doesn’t seem out of the question. Signing the memorandum is also consistent with OpenAI’s growing interest in working with governments desperate for the high-tech gloss of the AI industry. The logic follows that if OpenAI can get regulators dependent on its tools — say, a ChatGPT Gov specifically designed for government agencies — they’ll be more inclined to favor the company in policy decisions. Or at the very least, making a show of collaborating early could win the company a sweeter deal down the road.

This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/openai-is-getting-closer-with-the-uk-government-183133281.html?src=rss 

Google has introduced new features for Chrome on iOS that help users bifurcate work and personal data by using separate Google accounts. As more employers implement bring your own device (BYOD) policies, employees increasingly access company resources from browsers on their personal devices. Devices connected to a managed Google Workspace are able to leverage these additions.

Chrome now supports easy account switching and data separation on iOS, similar to its approach on Android and Chrome for desktop. The browser keeps data such as tabs, history and passwords confined to the corresponding account, protecting employer information from exposure to personal activities.

When users first sign or select their managed account, they will be taken through an onboarding process that explains the separation between managed accounts and personal, as well as insights into how their company is handling their data. Anytime a user switches to the managed account, they are notified that they are entering a managed experience.

Google has also added safeguards for companies using Chrome Enterprise. IT teams can now apply URL filtering to work accounts in Chrome on iOS, and security teams can stream audit logs from iOS and Android directly into the Admin console or any SIEM, both of which are features already available on desktop.

These features are available for managed devices through Chrome Enterprise today.

This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/mobile/google-adds-separate-work-and-personal-accounts-to-chrome-on-ios-170032115.html?src=rss 

Fallout: Bakersfield is a fan-made mod of the 1990s original that’s been on our radar for a few years. We got a little teaser back in 2022, but it’s been radio silence since then. Now there’s an actual trailer filled with gameplay footage and it looks pretty nifty.

Developer Alexander “Red888guns” Berezin is the brains behind the project and he used the GZDoom engine to recreate the ghoul city of Necropolis from Fallout 1 as an FPS that resembles the newer games. The art style is pretty incredible in this trailer and looks to be a highlight of the project. Take a look for yourself.

This doesn’t look like a full mod of the entire game, as that would be quite the undertaking. Rather, it reimagines the Necropolis section. The trailer ends with a confrontation with the boss of that zone, indicating the mod will be a retelling of the sequence, and not a reimagining of the whole game. This reminds me of the first installment of the Final Fantasy VII remake that was entirely set in Midgar.

Unfortunately, we have some time to wait before we get our hands on this mod. The trailer indicates a release date in 2027. There’s also the Bethesda-sized elephant in the room. Who knows if the company’s lawyers will go on a letter-writing spree to get this project shut down. 

This is a side gig for developer Berezin, as he’s also working on New Blood’s Fallout-style throwback RPG. We don’t know when that one’s coming out. 

This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/pc/the-fan-made-mod-of-the-original-fallout-game-has-a-real-trailer-and-it-looks-sick-162910288.html?src=rss 

We are mere days away from the official launch of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 on July 25. Amazon is enticing customers to try out the foldable handset by throwing in a $300 gift card with every pre-order. This can be used to purchase anything on the platform and is available with every color and both the 256GB and 512GB versions of the Z Fold 7.

We strongly recommend going for the 512GB model, as the two storage options are the same price ($2,000) during this pre-order period. Samsung is offering a similar promotion, but that $300 gift card can only be used on the company’s official store. This could be a good fit for those looking for accessories, but Amazon offers more bang for your buck.

Despite not actually being out yet, the Z Fold 7 is already making a splash in the foldable scene. We were so impressed with our review unit that we placed the gadget at the top of our list of the best foldable phones. It’s a remarkably thin device, with a sleekly-designed hinge that stays out of the way when opened.

The 200MP main camera is fantastic, the specs are unparalleled and both displays are gorgeous. We called it a “stunning device” in our official review, going on to praise the 120Hz refresh rate of both screens and the peak brightness of 2,600 nits. We said that the displays “pop a touch more” compared to rivals like the Pixel 9 Pro Fold.

The main downside here is the price. We know foldables are the hot, new thing for the tech-obsessed, but $2,000 is a whole lot of cheddar for a handset. Today’s deal (sort of) brings that down to $1,700, which makes things a bit more palatable.

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This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/amazon-includes-a-free-300-gift-card-when-you-pre-order-the-samsung-galaxy-z-fold-7-151315661.html?src=rss 

Prime Day has come and gone, but power bank stalwart Anker still has some compelling deals to keep your devices charged while on the go. Among these is the Anker Laptop Power Bank, which carries 25,000mAh of portable power. It features three 100W USB‑C ports, two of which have retractable USB‑C cables built in so you don’t have to remember your own in order to charge your compatible devices.

This particular model was our top pick for best premium power bank, but it’s on sale for 30 percent off. At $95 during the sale, it’s still a premium product, but this is near the lowest price we’ve ever seen.

Anker carries a vast catalog of products, and several others are on sale right now. Among them is this high‑powered 140W Anker Laptop Charger, which currently has a $20 clippable coupon on Amazon. It sports four different USB ports all with their own power outputs for different device classes, and all four can be used at once. A handy touch display shows total power output, output per port and features temperature monitoring to ensure ideal charging conditions.

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