Meta has launched a new artificial intelligence agent named "Muse" to simplify users' everyday tasks in the new age of AI. According to the company, the agent can browse the web on its own, manage Gmail and calendars, and even purchase daily necessities online without human help. Technology experts, however, …

China has imposed strict restrictions on human-like artificial intelligence chatbots in a bid to curb emotional dependence on virtual companions, a trend that has grown rapidly worldwide. The authorities say the move is aimed at protecting mental health and ensuring the safety of children, but experts are debating whether deeper …