Are ‘anti-virus’ cars in China just a gimmick?
Car brands are looking to tap into the country’s heightened health concerns to help kick-start flagging sales. from BBC News - Technology ...Read More
Apple boosted by streaming services despite lockdown
While iPhone sales fell due to the lockdown in China, sales of streaming services jumped. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2yYa1Z...Read More
Amazon investors told to 'take a seat' as demand jumps
Amazon's sales surged 26%, but costs are also up due to spending on safety precautions and wages. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Nasa names companies to build Moon landers for human missions
The space agency announces the companies that will develop landers to return astronauts to the Moon. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
TikTok skin trend accused of 'promoting colourism'
A trend that sees lighter-skinned people artificially darken their skin tone has caused a backlash. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Coronavirus: Facebook reopens some moderation centres
Content reviewers can return to work on a voluntary basis, Facebook tells MPs. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35hD9r7 via IFTT...Read More
Drone-to-door prescriptions trial takes flight in Ireland
A trial with the Irish health authority uses drones to bring prescriptions straight to the door. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Assassin's Creed Valhalla: First look at Viking-themed game
BBC Click's Marc Cieslak speaks to creative director Ashraf Ismail about the Viking-themed game. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Coronavirus: NHS dashboard to predict protective gear shortages
Tech firms will help the NHS spot where kit is running scarce, but privacy campaigners are concerned. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Web sleuths spot British Museum gaffe online
The museum mistook a Turkish copyright notice for the name of a postcard-printing company. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Yf8I...Read More
Extreme E teams will have one woman and one man driving
Extreme E teams will field one female and one male driver during races when the new climate aware racing series begins in 2021. from BBC N...Read More
Coronavirus: How does contact tracing work and is my data safe?
Millions in the UK will soon be asked to download an app that helps to limit coronavirus spreading. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
YouTube stars including Saffron Barker unite for lockdown livestream fundraiser
Jack Maynard, Lady Leshurr and Big Narstie are among the names raising cash for the NHS. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ycVskT...Read More
Will thermal cameras help to end the lockdown?
Thermal cameras can spot people with a temperature. Will they help to end the lockdown? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3f37YnQ ...Read More
US blacklists five Amazon foreign websites
The US government places some of the online shopping giant’s websites on its “notorious markets” list. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Coronavirus: Serena Williams among stars to compete in Mario Tennis tournament
Naomi Osaka and the Williams sisters will play and be live-streamed on Facebook's gaming platform. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Training AI 'to translate mum's phone messages'
How African researchers are using the continent's languages to help spur innovation in Artificial Intelligence. from BBC News - Techno...Read More
Facebook and Twitter allow scammers 'free rein'
Consumer watchdog Which? finds credit-card information and Netflix account details for sale on both. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Tesla warns on shutdown as Musk calls for end to lockdown
The electric car company said forced shutdowns and limits on deliveries had clouded its forecast. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Spotify hits 130 million subscribers amid Covid-19
The streaming giant says it is weathering the crisis - but some analysts are unconvinced. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bUNUC...Read More
Coronavirus: NHS workers get free video games
To say thank you to NHS staff the gaming industry is providing 85,000 games to download for free. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
AI cannot be recognised as an inventor, US rules
The US Patent and Trademark Office rules only "natural persons" can legally be inventors. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Oscars change streaming rules amid battle for future of cinemas
Films that debut on video on demand will be eligible for next year's awards, the Academy rules. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Coronavirus: A new way of dating during lockdown
Omar Mehtab looks at how online dating is being reinvented in these times of social isolation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2...Read More
Gallery robot helps people experience art from home
The telepresence robot is helping people who would not be able to visit to experience the gallery. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Coronavirus-themed game banned in China
The game has been blocked on Steam's store in the country but is still available in other territories. from BBC News - Technology http...Read More
Disney sparks backlash with #MayThe4th tweet
The company suggested it owned the rights to any tweet containing the hashtag. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Y8yd6i via IFTT...Read More
Sony's delayed Last of Us 2 set for June release after story leaks
After major story spoilers leaked online, the hotly anticipated but long-delayed game is due for release. from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
Coronavirus: DJI Mavic Air 2 jettisons drone safety feature in Europe
Mavic Air 2 lacks promised facility to spot nearby aircraft in models sold outside North America. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Stressed firms look for better ways to source products
The way firms get their raw materials may change rapidly now Covid-19 has disrupted supply chains. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
'Coronavirus IV therapy' clinics face prosecution over adverts
Clinics claiming intravenous vitamin drips could help avoid the virus face fines or imprisonment. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Virgin Media goes offline for thousands
The broadband outage began just after 17:00, coinciding with the government's daily coronavirus press briefing. from BBC News - Techno...Read More
NHS rejects Apple-Google coronavirus app plan
The UK's contact-tracing app is set to use a "centralised" system that worries privacy experts. from BBC News - Technology h...Read More
Coronavirus: UK film piracy surges during lockdown
In the UK, US, Italy and elsewhere, film piracy online shot up after lockdown measures came into effect. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
Coronavirus: Viral WhatsApp messages 'drop 70%'
The company introduced measures earlier this month to stop the spread of misinformation from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2VHr0IG ...Read More
Coronavirus: Virus deaths error blamed on computer system
One health board "decided not to use" the same system as the rest of the NHS. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3aN2D0J ...Read More
Coronavirus: Israeli court bans lawless contact tracing
Israel's Supreme Court forces the government to legislate if it wants to keep tracking its citizens. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
Microsoft Teams fixes funny Gifs cyber-attack flaw
Security researchers found a way to infiltrate accounts by making people look at Gif images. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2y3...Read More
Coronavirus: Online resources for home-learning
Kate Russell looks at some education related websites that could be useful during lockdown. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Yau...Read More
Coronavirus: Minecraft virtual nightclub raises money for NHS
With the nation urged to stay at home, a night out in a virtual club proves a big draw for three friends. from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
Coronavirus: Internet child abuse images 'not being deleted'
Campaigners say 90% fewer suspicious web addresses have been deleted during the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2S9F2k...Read More
Coronavirus: Australians download COVIDSafe contact tracing app
The Australian government app notifies users if they have had contact with a user who has Covid-19. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Coronavirus: Can these robot roommates liven up lockdown?
The BBC's Cody Godwin invites some robots to entertain her - and her dog Bogart - during lockdown. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Coronavirus: What is the sound of music during a pandemic?
How lockdown has opened up new ways to play music, as long as the technology works. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2S3I35m via...Read More
Esa marks 50 years of Earth Day and other news
BBC Click's Jen Copestake looks at the best of the week's technology stories. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eO7AJz v...Read More
Messenger Rooms: Facebook's new video calls let 50 people drop in
The social media giant said it worked with cryptographers to devise ways of excluding unwanted guests. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Coronavirus: Drones to deliver NHS supplies to Isle of Wight
A delivery drone trial between Hampshire and the Isle of Wight has been brought forward. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2S50Dud...Read More
Apple and Google accelerate coronavirus contact tracing apps plan
Tech giants add privacy protections to the contact-tracing scheme they are offering to public authorities. from BBC News - Technology http...Read More
Dyson Covid-19 ventilators are 'no longer required'
Firm's founder says demand is less than envisioned but the government says tests are ongoing. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Coronavirus: People-tracking wristbands tested to enforce lockdown
Several nations are testing people-tracking wristbands to make sure citizens stay at home. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bvwX...Read More
Fortnite's Travis Scott virtual concert watched by millions
Travis Scott's 10-minute show wowed players and press - and saw millions take part online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3...Read More
Coronavirus: State surveillance 'a price worth paying'
The Tony Blair Institute says a "dramatic" increase in surveillance is better than the other available options. from BBC News - ...Read More
Coronavirus: Influencers' glossy lifestyles lose their shine
Advertisers are cancelling contracts with influencers who can’t travel to create content in lockdown. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Coronavirus: 'I faked having Covid-19 on Facebook and got arrested'
Across the world police are chasing down alleged symptom-fakers who are being accused of triggering panic. from BBC News - Technology http...Read More
Coronavirus: What is contact tracing and how does it work?
When lockdown ends, contact tracing could help limit the spread of coronavirus. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zqUeD2 via IFT...Read More
With humans vulnerable: How about a digital helper?
Robots and digital assistants have proved useful during the Covid-19 pandemic but are still limited. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Toddler's cochlear implants turned on despite lockdown
Eighteen-month-old Margarida could not attend a clinic in person because of Covid-19 restrictions from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Coronavirus: 'Murder threats' to telecoms engineers over 5G
Key workers tell Newsbeat about the abuse they've received while keeping the UK's communications networks up and running. from BBC...Read More
Coronavirus: Israel halts police phone tracking over privacy concerns
An Israeli parliamentary committee suspends the tracking of phones to enforce quarantine. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2VOVsj...Read More
Coronavirus: Twitter bans incitement to attack 5G towers
The social network will delete posts inciting people to damage telecoms infrastructure. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2VsRj5c ...Read More
Spotify allows fans to pay musicians directly
Artists can also donate the money to charity, or give it to their road crew while tours are on hold. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Zoom meetings targeted by abuse footage sharers
A lecturer who spoke at one meeting says his computer was "overtaken" by "incredibly distressing" footage. from BBC Ne...Read More
Apple iPhone at risk of hacking through email app
Researchers claim the sophistication of the hack makes it nearly undetectable to victims. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cRfzU...Read More
'Zoombombing' targeted with new version of app
Zoom has upgraded its security measures after a series of incidents of online meetings being hijacked. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Musk says SpaceX is 'fixing' brightness from satellites
Millions of stargazers have been witnessing the unusual constellations made up of the low orbit satellites. from BBC News - Technology htt...Read More
Coronavirus: YouTube bans 'medically unsubstantiated' content
The Google-owned platform's chief executive says the company is determined to "stamp out" misinformation. from BBC News - Te...Read More
Coronavirus: NHS contact-tracing app is tested at RAF base
Air force personnel have been testing a prototype app in a simulated shopping exercise. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bwxWxE ...Read More
Coronavirus: Health leaders' credentials dumped online
According to the group that discovered the list, they are being shared by right-wing extremists. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Fortnite reluctantly comes to Google Play store
Publisher Epic Games claims it felt forced to release its most popular franchise on Google Play. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Coronavirus: Facebook launches UK Covid-19 symptom survey
The social-media giant will ask users about their health in an effort to track the spread of Covid-19. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Camera tech catches motorists using their mobile
The system is capable of working in the day or night and in all weather conditions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bonmc9 via...Read More
Facebook's $5.7bn bet on India's richest man Mukesh Ambani
The social media giant becomes a shareholder in cut-price Indian mobile internet company Reliance Jio. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Netflix sign-ups jump during coronavirus lockdowns
The streaming service behind Tiger King added 16 million subscribers in the first months of the year. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Coronavirus: Apple and France in stand-off over contact-tracing app
France wants to run a contact-tracing app in the background on iPhones, without Apple's privacy scheme. from BBC News - Technology htt...Read More
Ofcom: Covid-19 5G theories are 'most common' misinformation
An Ofcom survey suggests the theories are the most commonly seen example of online misinformation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Can you make money on TikTok?
Millions of people are logging on to TikTok, but are the biggest influencers making any money? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2...Read More
Mumsnet launches subscription plea in 'squeaky-bum time'
Parent platforms are having to adapt to survive as ad revenue declines. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eEBika via IFTTT Read More
Nintendo owners urged to secure accounts
Switch owners report an apparent surge in attempts to buy expensive items through Nintendo accounts. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
DForce hacker returns $25m in 'stolen' crypto-currencies
The money was returned to the DForce crypto-currency platform after an alleged hack. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Vt7mQJ vi...Read More
Covid-19: Robots help care home residents stay in touch
Technology is helping elderly people maintain connections with loved ones during the coronavirus. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Starlink space display 'set to continue all week'
The 60 Starlink satellites launched by Elon Musk's SpaceX firm appear in a line crossing the night sky. from BBC News - Technology htt...Read More
Facebook bans events that violate social distancing orders
Facebook said it was only removing events that violated government orders over virus containment. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Coronavirus: UK forces hundreds of scam Covid-19 shops offline
The National Cyber Security Centre says it took down almost 500 fake stores over the past month. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
The stealthy little drones that fly like insects
Making wings that flap is very difficult, but it has real advantages as some are finding out. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2K...Read More
Coronavirus: Ofcom rules on Eamonn Holmes and David Icke comments
The media regulator "issues guidance" to ITV and finds London Live in breach of broadcasting standards. from BBC News - Technolo...Read More
Coronavirus: Why are there doubts over contact-tracing apps?
Experts raise concerns about Bluetooth technology and the risks of "mission creep". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2K...Read More
Coronavirus: Amazon using thermal cameras to detect Covid-19
The retail giant is using the technology in its warehouses around the world. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/34NLeU8 via IFTTT ...Read More
Facebook reveals Gaming app to rival Twitch and YouTube
The social network accelerated the launch of Facebook Gaming due to the coronavirus lockdown. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2x...Read More
Coronavirus: Government unveils £1.3bn scheme to help start-ups
The new package will fund smaller loss-making firms focusing on research and development. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3boBd1...Read More
Climate change: 'Bath sponge' breakthrough could boost cleaner cars
A new aluminium-based material could make hydrogen-powered cars more practical and less expensive. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Coronavirus lockdown: Laptops offered for online school lessons at home
Pupils studying at home will have online lessons and disadvantaged teenagers can borrow computers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Coronavirus: UK's first 'TikTok house' opens during outbreak
Some of the UK's biggest social media stars are living in a house together during the lockdown. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Coronavirus: Will Covid-19 speed up the use of robots to replace human workers?
Robot workers can help us keep social distance but once machines take over it will be hard to go back. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Coronavirus: AI steps up in battle against Covid-19
How machine learning is crunching data to search for drugs that could alleviate or cure Covid-19. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Coronavirus: Electricity use up during day as nation works from home
We are having longer lie-ins, but using up to 30% more energy in the middle of the day. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2XLkimk ...Read More
Coronavirus: Here's how you can stop bad information from going viral
Experts are calling on the public to practise ‘information hygiene’ to help stop the spread of falsehoods online. from BBC News - Technolo...Read More
Coronavirus: German and Australian tracing apps 'ready in weeks'
Italy, Germany and Australia all announce progress on their tracing apps for the population. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eq...Read More
Google blocking 18m coronavirus scam emails every day
Google sees a huge spike in phishing attacks as criminals exploit people's fears over Covid-19. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Coronavirus: TikTok donates £5m to Royal College of Nursing fund
The video clip app, popular among NHS staff, is donating to a hardship fund for nurses. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3erVeGY ...Read More
Robotic insects printed 'in minutes' and other tech news
BBC Click's Paul Carter looks at the best of the week's technology stories. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2RJvcp2 via...Read More
The scientists who made a 'home-brew' coronavirus test
Testing for coronavirus requires complicated mixtures of chemicals that can only be supplied by specific companies. from BBC News - Techno...Read More
Coronavirus: MPs to quiz ministers via video conferencing
It will mean that MPs can take part in Commons business via video link. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3epMOzY via IFTTT Read More
Selena Gomez sues fashion game for 'using face'
The chart-topping singer says the makers of a smartphone game used her likeness without permission. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Coronavirus: Facebook alerts users exposed to misinformation
An independent report brands the platform 'an epicentre of coronavirus misinformation'. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
TikTok bans under-16s from private messaging
The hugely popular app is stopping under-16s from sending or receiving direct messages. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Vbs0EL ...Read More
Coronavirus: NHS contact tracing app to target 80% of smartphone users
A vast majority of smartphone owners must install the app, if it is to end the coronavirus epidemic. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Apple announces new iPhone SE to target mid-range market
Apple's new low-priced phone is a successor to the original SE, which was discontinued in 2018. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Coronavirus: Technology in intensive care brings families together
Smart devices are being used in intensive care units to connect people when visitors are banned. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
BT delays removal of Huawei from EE's core network by two years
BT says plans to remove the Chinese-made equipment from the sensitive core network have been delayed. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Imogen Heap uses AI to help make creative music
The singer-songwriter explains why she is using artificial intelligence to help her produce music. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Coronavirus: Amazon ordered to deliver only essential items in France
It comes amid allegations that the company is failing to protect its staff from the coronavirus. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Burger King 'plant-based' Whopper tweets banned
Ads suggested the burger, which is cooked alongside meat, is suitable for vegans, the watchdog says. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Epic Games delays the release of Fortnite's new season
The gaming industry has experienced delays because of restrictions on developers working from home. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Coronavirus: Apple tracks changes in travel behaviour
Firm offers tool that tracks how many people are walking, driving and using public transport. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2V...Read More
Coronavirus: Microsoft offers protection to healthcare staff
It is making its AccountGuard tool available for free to those helping battle Covid-19. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2XzYSbV ...Read More
Coronavirus: 20 suspected phone mast attacks over Easter
Industry body says conspiracy theories linking 5G to the pandemic are baseless and risking lives. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Loot box warnings to be added to video games
Ratings will now feature detailed information about the nature of in-game purchases. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2RAZOsM vi...Read More
Coronavirus: NHS staff use app to request crucial PPE
The Frontline.Live app allows NHS workers to request gowns, masks and other equipment. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2XGtaKd ...Read More
Coronavirus: NHS trusts request basic items via Amazon Wish Lists
Hand creams and thermometers have been asked for - but some hospital staff have raised concerns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Coronavirus: Ofcom assesses Eamonn Holmes 5G comments after complaints
The This Morning host cast doubt on media outlets who debunk the myth that 5G causes coronavirus. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Coronavirus: Amazon plans hiring spree as orders surge
Amazon is taking on 75,000 more workers to handle online orders after improving safety conditions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Softbank fund warns of $16.7bn loss due to virus
The world's biggest technology fund group expects its first loss in 15 years, blaming the coronavirus. from BBC News - Technology http...Read More
MPs summon China-owned firm execs over security concerns
MPs to summon British based, Chinese-owned firm executives over plans to transfer sensitive technology. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
Why computer games are more than a lockdown distraction
People are turning to computer games while confined at home during due to the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Quibi reaches 1.7m downloads in the first week
The short-form streaming service said launching during the coronavirus outbreak has not hurt it. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Coronavirus: Eamonn Holmes under fire over 5G comments
The This Morning host cast doubt on media outlets who debunk the myth that 5G causes coronavirus. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Animal Crossing removed from sale in China amid Hong Kong protests
The game was pulled by Chinese websites after Hong Kong players posted anti-government content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Coronavirus: Raspberry Pi-powered ventilator to be tested in Colombia
The design by a man in California will undergo a fast-tracked process in the Latin American country. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Coronavirus: Could gaming be good for you during lockdown?
How much time should people spend playing games online - and could it offer some benefits during social isolation? from BBC News - Technol...Read More
Coronavirus: Mobile data helps Norway track cases
A mobile operator is using anonymised phone location data to help track the virus. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3aZRhr1 via ...Read More
Coronavirus: UK confirms plan for its own contact tracing app
App will send yellow and red alerts to those who have come into contact with a suspected carrier. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Coronavirus: Churches live-stream to reach worshipers
With mass gatherings banned, some churches are providing online services to reach people. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Vk4LH...Read More
Bill Gates: Few countries will get 'A-grade' for coronavirus response
The Microsoft billionaire says we find ourselves in uncharted territory with the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Final Fantasy 7 Remake: 'This is not just for the players of the original'
The original 1997 game sold more than 12 million copies and a 2020 remake has just been released. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Coronavirus: The people fighting fakes from their sofas
Bad information is spreading online. But a band of volunteers up and down the country are trying to stamp it out. from BBC News - Technolo...Read More
Coronavirus: Apple and Google team up to contact trace Covid-19
The two companies plan to add contact tracing to their operating systems so no extra apps are needed. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Coronavirus: Amazon builds its own testing lab for staff
The retail giant intends to start testing a "small number" of frontline employees for Covid-19. from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
Coronavirus: Google data suggests park visits rose on weekend
Warm weather saw an increase in park visits last weekend, but overall activity was lower than usual. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Coronavirus: Teachers in Singapore stop using Zoom after 'lewd' incidents
A secondary school home-based geography lesson in Singapore was hijacked by two men. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/34piyAA vi...Read More
Robots stand-in for graduating students and other news
BBC Click's Jen Copestake looks at the best of the week's technology stories. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2wyzvw4 v...Read More
Could streaming app Quibi change how we watch films?
Talking Movies' Tom Brook looks at the mobile-first streaming platform. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3caz623 via IFTTT Read More
Coronavirus tests and masks sold by fraudsters online
A BBC investigation has found online scams selling fake protective equipment and coronavirus tests. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Coronavirus: Astronauts arrive at ISS after long quarantine
Two Russian cosmonauts and a US astronaut docked at the space station after their rocket took off from Kazakhstan. from BBC News - Technol...Read More
Coronavirus: Can we 3D-print our way out of the PPE shortage?
The 3D printer community is creating kit for healthcare workers during the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Should we teach children about quantum computing?
For parents with the money, companies are offering courses in cutting-edge technology, but are they worth it? from BBC News - Technology h...Read More
Coronavirus: Google Duplex AI arrives in UK to ask about opening hours
The Duplex AI assistant is using the answers to update business information on Google. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3b7KLP7 ...Read More
Coronavirus: Airbnb restricts UK bookings to coronavirus keyworkers
NHS staff and other key workers can still book accommodation through a programme called Frontline Stays. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
Coronavirus: Ofcom 'assesses' David Icke TV interview
The UK's media regulator is looking into London Live's interview with the conspiracy theorist. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Disney Plus racks up 50m subscribers in five months
Disney's new video streaming service almost doubles its subscription base during coronavirus lockdowns. from BBC News - Technology htt...Read More
Coronavirus: Call for apps to get fake Covid-19 news button
Campaign for Countering Digital Hate says social networks are "missing a trick" combating the issue. from BBC News - Technology ...Read More
Facebook and Samsung donate thousands of devices to NHS
Samsung will donate 2,000 smartphones, while Facebook is offering its video-calling screen Portal. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Tesla cuts staff pay as coronavirus halts production
Non-essential workers will be placed on furlough without pay and executives will take a 30% pay cut. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Coronavirus: Covid-19 detecting apps run into privacy issues
Researchers at two leading universities take different approaches to creating cough-analysing tools. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Facebook releases couples-only messaging app
The new service claims to be a "private space" for couples but has the same data privacy policy as Facebook. from BBC News - Tec...Read More
Coronavirus: Twitter boss pledges $1bn for relief effort
Jack Dorsey said he would give 28% of his wealth towards efforts to "disarm" the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Zoom banned by Taiwan's government over China security fears
Order follows revelations that some Zoom traffic was "mistakenly" routed through China. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Coronavirus: YouTube tightens rules after David Icke 5G interview
Videos will now be deleted if they falsely link coronavirus to 5G mobile networks. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2wlM5hX via ...Read More
How to be sociable without leaving your home
BBC Click's Chris Fox looks at how you can use technology to keep a social life while stuck at home. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
Pixel 4: Google addresses Face Unlock problem five months later
A security concern with the Pixel 4 Face Unlock feature is patched, five months after launch. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2w...Read More
Coronavirus: 'Reading about virus online makes me anxious'
Parents are urged to consider their children's mental health as they are kept indoors. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2xXFV...Read More
Quibi 10-minute or shorter video app launches in US
BBC's technology reporter tests if Quibi's platform with 10-minute or shorter videos could get viewers hooked. from BBC News - Tec...Read More
Drones in Africa: How they could become lifesavers
Rwanda's President Paul Kagame says drones will become important for his nation, but can they really deliver? from BBC News - Technolo...Read More
Coronavirus: Offline sex workers forced to start again online
Increased competition and privacy risks are some of the challenges facing workers making the switch. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Coronavirus: Exercise bike firm Peloton stops live classes
The bike firm has paused live classes just days after an employee tested positive for Covid-19. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Coronavirus: Call for single EU tracking app with data protection
EU data watchdog calls for a single, privacy-centred virus app, instead of dozens of national ones. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Elderly Israelis beat isolation with tech lessons
Tech innovators are giving older Israelis online lessons to overcome Covid-19 isolation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3aNKgJL...Read More
Airbnb hosts defy lockdown laws with 'Covid-19 retreats'
The government criticises "dangerous and irresponsible" listings of coronavirus isolation retreats. from BBC News - Technology h...Read More
Coronavirus: Russia uses facial recognition to tackle Covid-19
As Russian cities go into lockdown to try to contain coronavirus, Moscow uses the latest technology to keep track of residents. from BBC N...Read More
The iShield: Apple to design and make medical gear
Tech giant Apple is designing and making more than 1m face shields a week to ship to medical workers. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Coronavirus: Video games add 'stay at home' Covid-19 adverts
Candy Crush Saga, Dirt Rally 2.0 and Sniper Elite 4 are among titles that show a government campaign. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Coronavirus: Tech firms summoned over 'crackpot' 5G conspiracies
Government will tell social media firms to take down posts more quickly after attacks on masts. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Pixar pioneers behind Toy Story animation win "Nobel Prize" of computing
The men who made films like Toy Story and Finding Nemo possible spoke to the BBC about winning the Turing Award. from BBC News - Technolog...Read More
Mast fire probe amid 5G coronavirus claims
There have been fires at masts in Birmingham, Liverpool and Melling in Merseyside. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2JA4pae via ...Read More
Coronavirus: 'Not smart' memo shows Amazon's union stance
The firm's lawyer says his comments were personal, spoken out of emotional frustration. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bZQ...Read More
Coronavirus: Garden centres switch to virtual personal shopping
Plants are being sold via livestreams, emails and social media as lockdown forces traders to close. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Zoom 'unsuitable' for government secrets, researchers say
The meeting app used by Cabinet has odd encryption and sends data through China, researchers say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
The robot car enforcing lockdown and other news
BBC Click's Omar Mehtab looks at the best of the week's technology stories. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3480UkT via...Read More
Robot brings Hastings gallery art into people's homes
The Hastings Contemporary is offering virtual tours during the coronavirus lockdown. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2UDrhvF vi...Read More
Coronavirus: Google reveals travel habits during the pandemic
It will regularly provide updates as to what types of places people are going to during the outbreak. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Coronavirus threatens the next generation of smartphones
The latest smartphones might be delayed due to disrupted supply chains and shoppers staying at home. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Bafta Games Awards: Outer Wilds wins Best Game
Outer Wilds and Disco Elysium both win three golden masks at this year's Bafta Games Awards. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Google uses AI to enhance video call audio
The new system realistically fills short gaps in conversations where drops previously occurred. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Zoom boss apologises for security issues and promises fixes
The firm will freeze all new feature development to concentrate on fixing security and privacy issues. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Amazon wins trademark battle over Davidoff perfume
European Court judges that Amazon is not responsible for a Marketplace seller's trademark infringement. from BBC News - Technology htt...Read More
Don't send rainbow pictures to Nightingale hospital, NHS says
Despite a social media shout-out for rainbow artwork, the NHS has asked people to share their pictures online only from BBC News - Technol...Read More
How Bafta is hosting games awards in lockdown
The Bafta Games Awards will be the first major awards to take place during social distancing rules. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Coronavirus: Should the UK use drones to disinfect public spaces?
A group is calling for a change in regulation so drones can spray disinfectant in public places from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Amazon Prime allows in-app purchases for Apple users
The changes will apply to users in the US, UK, and Germany. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3aDLkQf via IFTTT Read More
Coronavirus: How China's using surveillance to tackle outbreak
China is using its high tech system to tackle the outbreak, but is the state interference justified? from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Coronavirus: Commons Speaker calls for 'virtual Parliament'
MPs should take part in PMQs and debates via video if they can't return to work, says Sir Lindsay Hoyle. from BBC News - Technology ht...Read More
TSB customers hit by online banking outage
Customers complained that they had been left unable to access their accounts on Wednesday. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Ux00...Read More
Coronavirus: How can you stop the spread of misinformation?
Think before you share and check the source are among the tips the public is being urged to adopt. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Coronavirus: Moscow rolls out patient-tracking app
An effort is also underway to help European countries deploy virus alert apps by mid-April. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/39x1...Read More
How robots have joined the battle against coronavirus
From taking temperatures remotely to helping with hand washing, robots are helping with healthcare. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
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