Coronavirus: Zoom under increased scrutiny as popularity soars
The New York attorney general has written to the videoconferencing company about its security measures. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
Coronavirus: Racist 'zoombombing' at virtual synagogue
Hackers hijacking Zoom meetings to shout abuse is on the rise as more people talk virtually. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bD...Read More
Apple buys weather app Dark Sky
The iPhone maker will shut down the Android and Wear OS versions of the app in July. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/347fn0o vi...Read More
Coronavirus: 3D-printer owners rally to create NHS face masks
More than 1,000 people volunteer to help make face shields for front-line workers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dFW4zH via ...Read More
Houseparty: How safe is Epic Games' video chat app?
Security experts back owner's assertion that chat app is not hacking other products. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UvkAf2...Read More
Coronavirus: 5G ‘certainly delayed’ in Europe and UK
UK and European 5G network rollouts will certainly be delayed during the pandemic, Huawei says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Coronavirus: UK considers virus-tracing app to ease lockdown
Study describes how app would alert citizens if someone they came into contact with tests positive. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Coronavirus: World leaders' posts deleted over fake news
Social networks usually leave world leaders’ posts alone - but the pandemic is changing that. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2x...Read More
Coronavirus: Contagion cast share Covid-19 advice
Kate Winslet, Matt Damon, Jennifer Ehle and Laurence Fishburne post public service announcements. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Houseparty offers $1m reward for proof of sabotage
The company says claims it exposed users data were part of a commercial smear campaign. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2QXGdCJ ...Read More
'The phone slipped into the bath': Conference call tales
How to avoid some of the pitfalls of teleconferencing and how it is changing the way we meet and do business. from BBC News - Technology h...Read More
Coronavirus: Tech firm Bloom Energy fixes broken US ventilators
The 170 repaired machines had been in storage since the H5N1 bird flu outbreak of the mid-2000s. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Coronavirus: Start-ups use Zoom app to lay off staff
Two California-based start-ups confirm they have used the conference-call app to lay off staff. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Coronavirus: UK broadband data caps removed during pandemic
Coronavirus pandemic prompts removal of UK broadband data caps on fixed-line connections. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/39wTiJ...Read More
Coronavirus: Mercedes F1 to make breathing aid
Thousands of the devices, which deliver oxygen to the lungs without needing a ventilator, could be made. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
Coronavirus: Fake news crackdown by UK government
A rapid response unit is working with social media firms to take down misleading or harmful content. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Manufacturers cast doubt on ventilator target
Engineering firms say the UK may not have all the ventilators it needs when virus infections peak. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Coronavirus: YouTube stars urge fans to stay at home
More than 100 YouTubers appear in a video message encouraging people to stay at home. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2JpX4Kh v...Read More
Coronavirus: NHS turns to big tech to tackle Covid-19 hot spots
Amazon, Google, Palantir, Microsoft and Faculty AI will help decision-makers better understand the crisis. from BBC News - Technology http...Read More
Coronavirus lockdown: Clubbers go online for music
With the coronavirus lockdown bringing normal nightlife to an end, some enterprising DJs are going online. from BBC News - Technology http...Read More
A 3D-printed ventilator designed for Spain's coronavirus patients
A team took a week to design an emergency-use ventilator out of 3D-printed parts from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dtfhnU via IF...Read More
The cello playing robot and other tech news
BBC Click's Paul Carter looks at some of the best tech stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2wL5CIK via IFT...Read More
Coronavirus: What are ventilators and why are they important?
The lives of some Covid-19 patients may depend upon medical ventilators - here are the basics of how they work. from BBC News - Technology...Read More
Coronavirus: Tesla donates hundreds of ventilators to New York
New York has the highest number of coronavirus cases in the US and a shortage of ventilators. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2U...Read More
Food wholesalers offer online orders to sell stock
After trade from business stops, food and drink wholesalers are launching online home deliveries. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Coronavirus: Online child abuse warning during lockdown
Europol is warning that online child abusers are preparing to take advantage of more unsupervised kids online. from BBC News - Technology ...Read More
Coronavirus: Vodafone offers 30 days free mobile data
Vodafone is offering half a million pay monthly mobile customers 30 days of free unlimited data. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Coronavirus: Zoom is in everyone's living room - how safe is it?
It may have got everyone chatting but some are talking about whether it is actually safe. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UprKl...Read More
Coronavirus: Peak District drone police criticised for 'lockdown shaming'
Derbyshire Police is accused of "nanny policing" after sharing aerial shots of Peak District walkers. from BBC News - Technology...Read More
Coronavirus: Here's how you can stop bad information from going viral
Experts are calling on the public to practice ‘information hygiene’ to help stop the spread of falsehoods online. from BBC News - Technolo...Read More
The uncertain future for China's electric car makers
China is the biggest market for electric vehicles, but the coronavirus is the latest blow to shake the industry. from BBC News - Technolog...Read More
Coronavirus: NHS uses tech giants to plan crisis response
Amazon and Microsoft are among those helping with a dashboard to model where ventilators should go. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Coronavirus: The sports turning to gaming during lockdown
From boxing to Formula 1, sports are reinventing the way they are played during coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Huawei P40 Pro: Hands-on with the new flagship
Huawei reveals its new smartphones - but they lack Google's apps and services. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Jhpy8W via ...Read More
Huawei P40 flagship phones launch amid Covid-19 crisis
Experts say demand outside of China is likely to be weak because of the virus pandemic and absent apps. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
Coronavirus: UK’s WhatsApp bot working after false start
The service, provided by the government, failed to respond to some users when launched on Wednesday. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Coronavirus: Government orders 10,000 ventilators from Dyson
The engineering firm developed a new type of ventilator in response to calls on behalf of the NHS. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Remote working: Seven tips for successful video meetings
Workplace consultant Guenaelle Watson gives seven tips for better video meetings. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3boYnFo via I...Read More
Coronavirus: Tracking app aims for one million downloads
But experts warn people to be careful about other apps that claim to do the same. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2vOvHpX via I...Read More
New online communities help those facing isolation
How social media is bringing neighbours together to help others in the coronavirus crisis. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ajXa...Read More
Lockdown boost for radio as streaming stalls
More people are turning to radio, while web users explore gardening and politics, figures suggest. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Coronavirus: Millions yet to receive UK government's Covid-19 text
Vodafone has yet to deliver all the text messages urging the public to stay indoors when possible. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Facebook group calls soar 1,000% during Italy's lockdown
The social media platform has seen usage rocket in countries hardest hit by coronavirus lockdowns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Cho Ju-bin: South Korea chatroom sex abuse suspect named after outcry
At least 10,000 people used the chatrooms, with some paying up to $1,200 (£1,000) for access. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3b...Read More
Coronavirus: Walsall couple live stream wedding on Facebook
Kirsten and Richard Groom's dream wedding was thrown into doubt by the coronavirus restrictions. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Coronavirus: Joe Wicks keeps children fit with online PE classes
The fitness guru is running free online classes every weekday for children. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/39ejRmz via IFTTT Read More
Will the coronavirus change the way we watch films?
The US and China, the world's most lucrative movie markets, are rethinking how they launch new films. from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
'Avoid using the microwave to get faster internet'
With millions of people working from home, media watchdog Ofcom has some tips to boost internet speed. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Coronavirus: Dyson develops ventilators for NHS
Vacuum-maker aims to engineer and make a new type of ventilator, but others are focusing on existing designs. from BBC News - Technology h...Read More
Coronavirus: Minecraft offers free lessons to children
The 12 digital lessons will be available to download until the end of June. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/39moIT6 via IFTTT Read More
Coronavirus: Under surveillance and confined at home in Taiwan
Milo was woken by officers after his phone ran out of power overnight, meaning he could not be tracked. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
Robo-chef cooks noodles in Tokyo and other tech news
Paul Carter looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WAhIzb via IFTTT Read More
Coronavirus: Private clinic defends charging £375 for test
The clinic in London says it has "paused" its service following reports it sold several thousand tests. from BBC News - Technolo...Read More
Firefly's school apps struggle with 'unprecedented demand'
Firefly's apps suffer performance issues after coronavirus causes schools to close. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2xkJdls ...Read More
Coronavirus: Facebook cuts video quality to ease net strain
Netflix, Apple TV+ and Disney+ have also lowered their bitrates. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33FJETz via IFTTT Read More
UK coronavirus app 'must respect privacy rights'
Health chiefs are asked to be more open about plans for an app to tackle the spread of coronavirus. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
OneWeb increases mega-constellation to 74 satellites
The London-based start-up expands its network with a Soyuz launch from Baikonur in Kazakhstan from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3b...Read More
Coronavirus: Frozen birthday party held on Zoom video chat app
Thirty children took part in the virtual celebration for a self-isolated four-year-old. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dkiXs5 ...Read More
Step-by-step guide: How to video call your family
This guide will show you how to make and receive video calls on a variety of devices. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2J5g4xl v...Read More
Coronavirus: The school of Mum and Dad
There are plenty of online resources to help children keep learning while schools are closed. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2v...Read More
Coronavirus: Smartphone sales collapse amid pandemic
Sales of new phones tumble, in the biggest fall since the invention of the smartphone. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bdDNr9 ...Read More
Coronavirus: Elon Musk 'child immunity' tweet will stay online
The Tesla and SpaceX founder falsely claimed that children were "essentially immune" to the virus. from BBC News - Technology ht...Read More
Coronavirus :BT has 'plenty of capacity' despite Netflix quality cuts
Amid concerns about capacity, Netflix slashes its network use – but BT says there is no problem. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Coronavirus: Ways to stay social online while in self-isolation
Workouts, cooking lessons and pub quizzes - how people are using the internet to socialise in self-isolation. from BBC News - Technology h...Read More
Coronavirus: Robots use light beams to zap hospital viruses
Demand has surged for robots equipped with powerful ultraviolet lights that can kill viruses. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Q...Read More
Netflix to cut streaming quality in Europe for 30 days
The video-streaming giant wants to ease strain on internet service providers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2vEF8IE via IFTTT...Read More
Coronavirus: Calls for free broadband resisted by internet providers
The move would help families during the coronavirus crisis, but providers say it could disrupt service. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
Coronavirus: Twitter bans 'unsafe' advice about the outbreak
Restriction covers misinformation about the virus and promotion of unverified treatments. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2J4NoE...Read More
Facebook content moderators paid to work from home
The company will also increase the use of AI to moderate and remove inappropriate content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2xRu3...Read More
Apple's new iPad has built-in laser depth-scanner
The new tablet features a Lidar scanner, which Apple says will aid augmented reality apps. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TYZD...Read More
Coronavirus: Vodafone UK sees 30% rise in data use
The company says its busy period now extends all the way from lunchtime to the evening. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dkD7lU ...Read More
Facial recognition: Artists trying to fool cameras
A group of protesters are angry about the use of facial recognition cameras by police in London. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Coronavirus: Elon Musk's US Tesla factory suspends production
The factory begins a three-week lockdown in line with other non-essential businesses in the Bay Area. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Coronavirus: Amazon blocks non-essential items from warehouses
The retail giant wants to prioritise stocking of important household and medical supplies. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2wjJS...Read More
Coronavirus: Facebook to give staff $1,000 bonuses
The social media giant is handing out payments to employees and offering grants to small businesses. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Coronavirus: How to stay in virtual touch with older relatives
Older people who may not already have video-calling devices are being told to avoid leaving home. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Coronavirus: Israel enables emergency spy powers
Israel allows security agencies to track the mobile phone data of suspected cases from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Whntlb via I...Read More
Coronavirus: Social giants police web with AI as staff sent home
Youtube, Facebook, and Twitter are relying on AI to remove content as fewer people are able to work. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Coronavirus: How easy it for the UK to make more ventilators?
Experts question whether it is possible to make thousands more respirators in the UK in the short-term. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
Trump angers Beijing with 'Chinese virus' tweet
The US president used the term despite warnings to avoid stigmatising one region or group. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Wm9f...Read More
Coronavirus: India replaces ringing tone with health info
A recorded message about coronavirus has started playing instead of the caller's ring tone. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
UK mobile networks face problems
There are increasing reports of issues with voice calls as more people work from home from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2xFOjcg v...Read More
Carphone Warehouse to close all standalone stores at cost of 2,900 jobs
The move, which is not related to the coronavirus outbreak, will lead to 531 shops being shut. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2...Read More
Amazon on hiring spree as coronavirus spurs demand
The online retail giant is taking on 100,000 workers in the US to deal with a surge in online orders. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Reducing brain damage in sport without losing the thrills
Sports like NFL and rugby are taking head injuries much more seriously and employing technology to help. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
Coronavirus: Plan to ramp up ventilator production 'unrealistic'
A medical devices firm doubts that engineering companies can quickly switch to making ventilators. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Coronavirus: 3D printers save hospital with valves
A hospital in Italy is using 3D-printed valves on its ventilators, following a shortage of parts. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Apple hit with record €1.1bn fine in France
France's competition watchdog says Apple engaged in anti-competitive behaviour. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2wWMg3p via...Read More
Google's coronavirus site launches amid Trump confusion
Google's coronavirus partnership with the US government falls short of Donald Trump's description from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
Coronavirus: Broadband firms say no issue with extra demand
Staying at home is unlikely to cause any problems with the nation's broadband network, ISPs say. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Coronavirus: Job interviews go online as candidates stuck at home
Recruiters say it's also easier to reach candidates as they work out of the office during the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology htt...Read More
Coronavirus: PM urges industry to help make NHS ventilators
Boris Johnson is to ask engineering firms to shift production lines to build the life-saving equipment. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
Minecraft ‘loophole’ library of banned journalism
How the popular video game Minecraft is being used as a way for journalism to beat global censors. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Bill Gates steps down from Microsoft board to focus on philanthropy
The company's 65-year-old co-founder will spend more time on philanthropic activities. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WfrZ...Read More
Apple's WWDC annual showcase cancelled in favour of online event
The Worldwide Developers Conference is often where new hardware and software is announced. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/39JO0...Read More
Facebook closes African fake accounts targeting US voters
Twitter has also taken action on accounts which it says were aimed at "sowing discord". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Apple's China stores reopen after a month
The iPhone maker reopens dozens of stores across China after nearly a month. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/39PPBj0 via IFTTT ...Read More
Pentagon to reconsider Jedi $10bn cloud contract
Amazon argues the decision to award the contract to Microsoft was politically motivated. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/39NWilJ...Read More
Coronavirus: How hackers are preying on fears of Covid-19
How to spot five of the biggest email phishing scams based around Covid-19 concerns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3aOnRLS vi...Read More
Game-playing robot admits mistakes, plus other news
BBC Click’s Kitty Knowles looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2w0M8iY...Read More
Are female urinals the answer to queues at the loos?
Clever designs are trying to to tackle queues for female loos, but will the innovations catch on? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Coronavirus: How to safely clean your smartphone
Here's how to effectively clean your device using household soap and water. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Q9q50q via IFT...Read More
How to sign a digital document
Signing a digital document can be cumbersome if you have to print it to sign it and then rescan it. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Coronavirus: How can AI help fight the pandemic?
How can big data and AI help in the fight against the pandemic? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2wOPE00 via IFTTT Read More
'Big tech must tackle explosion of child sex abuse'
An inquiry says apps should screen images before they are published, among other steps. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/39KINU5 ...Read More
Is this the digital future for Bank of England banknotes?
The Bank of England is considering the introduction of electronic banknotes for use by consumers and firms. from BBC News - Technology htt...Read More
Coronavirus: Amazon offers unlimited sick days to halt spread
Only those workers who test positive for the Covid-19 virus will be entitled to any sick pay. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33...Read More
'TikTok famous' - but making money?
Social media app TikTok has created a host of young stars in the UK, but can they make money from the medium? from BBC News - Technology h...Read More
Coronavirus: World's biggest gaming show E3 cancelled
The world's largest gaming expo will not go ahead - raising concerns for its future. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UarpSb...Read More
Budget 2020: VAT on e-books and newspapers scrapped
The chancellor's decision to ditch the 20% tax is welcomed by publishers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2W5kUma via IFTTT...Read More
Google tells staff to work home due to coronavirus
Parent company Alphabet is the latest tech firm to make such a move as the outbreak spreads in the US. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Microsoft takes down global zombie bot network
The network operated on the computer power of unsuspecting victims and caused numerous cyber-crimes. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Life and struggle after YouTube fame
Dax was one of YouTube's first stars, but 13 years later, few people remember his name. Can a vlogging legend seize glory again? from ...Read More
Spotify playlist complaint sparked by killer clown advert
Watchdog upholds complaint that ad for It should not have been played alongside children's music. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Sextortion hackers use 'friend's naked girlfriend' lure
A new scam claims to have hacked a friend - and be spreading their intimate photos as punishment. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Dyson hair straighteners aim to tackle heat damage
The product uses flexible plates to protect hair but manufacturing has been affected by coronavirus. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Huawei: PM faces Commons rebellion by Tory MPs over 5G contract
Senior Tory MPs could back a move to exclude the Chinese firm totally from the mobile network by 2023. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Call of Duty: Warzone to challenge battle royale rivals
The new game will be free and work across consoles to be accessible to more players. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Q3m7Xb vi...Read More
Coronavirus: NHS targets fake news spreading online
Health service officials are working with major social media firms to try to combat misinformation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Tricks and tools for better working from home
If coronavirus means you have to work from home, then there is some tech you should consider. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33...Read More
Amazon's Just Walk Out till-free tech offered to rivals
Shoppers will scan their payment card on entry and then be automatically charged as they leave. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Cambridge Analytica: Australia takes Facebook to court over privacy
Australia's watchdog says Facebook failed to protect the personal information of 300,000 people. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Bacon saved after pedometer-eating pig's poo starts farm fire
Firefighters said they "saved the bacon" after a battery in the pedometer ignited in a pigpen. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
Mobile firms sign up to £1bn rural coverage plan
The new deal aims to get rid of rural "not-spots", where there is no service at all. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2...Read More
Twitter labels edited Biden video 'manipulated tweet'
The misleading video, viewed almost six million times, was retweeted twice by President Trump. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3...Read More
The tech boss who lost more than a billion
Technology pioneer Andrew Rickman lost a fortune in the 2000 dotcom bust, but rebuilt his career. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
'My search for the boy in a child abuse video'
Lucy Proctor was horrified when she was WhatsApped a sex abuse video. And she wanted to find out if the boy was safe. from BBC News - Tech...Read More
The app keeping Friday night dinners alive
Millennials have been called 'the loneliest generation' - but one app is trying to tackle that problem for young Jews. from BBC Ne...Read More
Cupcakes, creams and cocktails: Have we reached 'peak pod'?
Everything from cakes to face cream is available in single-use pods. Have we reached peak pod? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2...Read More
South by Southwest festival cancelled over coronavirus
The world-famous music event in Austin, Texas is called off for the first time in its 34-year history. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Fifa streamer Kurt0411 banned from all EA Games for 'abuse'
EA Games says Kurt Fenech posted abusive messages about its employees - a claim he denies. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2PTWO...Read More
Nintendo PlayStation: Ultra-rare prototype sells for £230,000
The only known example of a once-mythical prototype becomes the most expensive gaming item ever. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Virgin Media breach 'linked customers to porn'
Researchers say a breached Virgin Media database contained more details than the company suggested. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Twitch suspends gamer Carl Reimer after shooting gun
Carl Reimer fired his handgun live on stream while fooling around during a live recording. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2wxSU...Read More
Sonos U-turn over 'bricking' its smart speakers
Sonos will no longer make people permanently deactivate devices to get an upgrade discount. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/39pr...Read More
Click News: Warehouse robots work together in trial
BBC Click’s Soila Apparicio looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2wugK...Read More
One billion Android devices at risk of hacking
Watchdog Which? wants Google to be more transparent about security updates for old phones from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2PRW19...Read More
University of Hertfordshire avoids inquiry over emailed student data
Names and addresses of about 2,000 students were sent out with an email promoting an art lecture. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Electric cars are coming: but where will you recharge?
Charging points are springing up everywhere, but will there be enough and will the electricity grid be able to cope? from BBC News - Techn...Read More
Virgin Media data breach affects 900,000 people
The firm said "insufficient protection" meant customers' details were made accessible for 10 months. from BBC News - Technol...Read More
Facebook removes 'deceptive' Trump census ads
The ads made it appear users were taking part in the official 2020 US census, not a general survey. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
TCL reveals extending smartphone concept and tri-fold tablet
Chinese phone-maker TCL shows off several concept smartphones it is developing. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2PPikwK via IFT...Read More
Thousands lose broadband after workers break cable
Virgin Media and Sky say a "fibre-cable break" is causing problems for broadband users. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Coronavirus: Ted conference to go virtual or be postponed
The annual gathering of technology leaders, in Vancouver, is latest victim of coronavirus crisis. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
#RIPTwitter trends as firm tests vanishing tweets
Users took to Twitter to complain the micro-blogging site was just following the competition. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/39...Read More
Cashmere and climate change threaten nomadic life
Mongolia, the world's second-largest cashmere producer, is hit by overgrazing and rising temperatures. from BBC News - Technology http...Read More
TikTok skull-breaker challenge danger warning
The video platform said it would remove such content from its platform when reported. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3arklXB v...Read More
Boots halts Advantage Card payments after cyber-attack
Attackers using stolen passwords from have tried to access Boots accounts, the company says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2uU...Read More
Scam call centre owner in custody after BBC investigation
BBC Panorama broadcast footage from inside a scam call centre - now its owner is in police custody. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
PlayStation 2 anniversary: Why it's an important piece of gaming history
It's the 20th anniversary of the PlayStation 2, and it's had a huge impact on fans like Victoria. from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
China demands US response over CIA hacking claims
Cyber-security firm Qihoo alleged that the CIA hacked airlines, petrol firms and government agencies. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Cathay Pacific airline fined £500,000 over customer data protection failure
The UK's Information Commissioner says the airline failed to protect customers' personal details. from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
Tesla downgraded Model 3 chip in China thanks to coronavirus
The electric car firm said it had installed an older processor in new vehicles due to supply problems. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Luton filmmaker warns over over TikTok and Facebook extremism rules
Rizwan Wadan says social media algorithms stop him promoting films designed to deter extremism. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Coronavirus: Chinese app WeChat censored virus content since 1 Jan
The report also found that WeChat censored more keywords as the outbreak grew. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2VKfs8a via IFTT...Read More
Amazon's Ring logs every doorbell press and app action
A BBC data request reveals what data is being stored by the Amazon-owned business about its users. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Facebook 'rethinks' plans for Libra cryptocurrency
The firm had hoped to revolutionise payments with a single digital currency. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2x0wVi2 via IFTTT ...Read More
Millions of websites face 'insecure' warnings
A bug in digital certificates means millions need to be revoked, leaving well-known websites insecure. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Criminals on CCTV: Scammers caught red-handed
The man who hacked into a criminal call centre to expose scammers at work. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/38gdcI2 via IFTTT Read More
Coronavirus: China's tech fights back
Robots, drones and artificial intelligence are being used by China to fight the disease. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/38l7e94...Read More
Chinese nationals charged with iTunes money laundering
The two Chinese nationals are allegedly linked to members of North Korean hacking group Lazarus. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Domestic abuse: Lie-detector tests planned for offenders
Tests will be used to find out whether serious offenders should be returned to jail, under a new law. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Bafta Games Awards: Death Stranding and Control lead nominations
Both games received 11 nominations - more than any other game in Bafta's history. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32VU0yB v...Read More
Bloodhound car: A month to save land speed record project
The UK-led bid to break the world land speed record is under threat again - it needs to find £8m. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
St Oswald's hospice patients get 'magical' robot assistance
The remote-control robot is helping children at a Newcastle hospice. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TxQgyP via IFTTT Read More
Coronavirus: Twitter tells staff to work from home
The firm has made it mandatory for staff in Hong Kong, Japan and South Korea to work from home. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Smart camera and baby monitor warning given by UK's cyber-defender
Your internet-connected baby monitor or security camera could be being watched, officials warn. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Half-Life: Alyx - Hands on with Valve's virtual reality game-changer
After a long wait, the highly-anticipated sequel is about to launch - and could be VR's killer app. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
Why hasn’t AI changed the world yet?
Self-driving cars, robot surgeons: artificial intelligence promises a lot, but what has it delivered? from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Apple settles iPhone slowdown case for $500m
Apple agrees a payout over allegations it deliberately slowed down older iPhones. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/38btwKg via I...Read More
E-bike cyclist cleared of killing Hackney pedestrian
Thomas Hanlon had denied causing the death of Sakine Cihan while riding a modified e-bike in 2018. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Tesco sends security warning to 600,000 Clubcard holders
The supermarket warns that some accounts may have been compromised, but no data has been stolen. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Coronavirus: Sharp to use TV factory to make surgical masks
The Japanese electronics giant repurposes its high-end clean rooms for coronavirus supplies. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Id...Read More
Station wi-fi provider exposed traveller data
The unprotected database included phone numbers, email addresses, dates of birth and reasons for travel. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
Computer inside the heart aims to aid treatment
A new tiny computer injected into the body could help millions of people suffering from heart failure. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Uighurs in 'forced labour for tech firms'
A report says China has moved minority Muslims into factory jobs, where their freedom is restricted. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Callum Manning: Online surge of support for bullied book lover
Callum Manning, 13, was bullied in a group chat for posting reviews of books he loved on Instagram. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
The kids making up to $1m a year on YouTube
Child influencers on the platform test their power at New York's annual Toy Fair. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2PFk2Rb v...Read More
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