US Election: Whoever becomes the next president, social media is changing
Both Trump and Biden want to take away the US law that protects platforms from being liable for what their users post. from BBC News - Tec...Read More
Smart plugs sold on Amazon a 'fire risk', Which? warns
People should immediately stop using the Hictkon smart plug with dual USB ports, the watchdog warns. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
How controversial data firm Palantir hit $22bn
The rise of the US tech company has been shadowed by concerns about privacy and surveillance. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3j...Read More
BBC reverses decision to end Red Button text services
A reduced service will remain, following a campaign on behalf of people without online access. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3...Read More
Google Pixel phone 'designed for economic downturn'
The Pixel 5 loses several headline features of last year's flagship phone to hit a lower price tag. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
Trump ads push baseless Biden earpiece conspiracy
New Facebook advertising paid for by the Trump campaign makes unfounded claims about his opponent. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Amazon warehouse robots 'increase staff injuries'
Company documents appear to show rising levels of human injuries in areas where robots operate. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Cyberpunk 2077: Staff to work overtime to finish game
Developer CD Projekt Red had previously said it would not impose mandatory overtime. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ERmMJ2 vi...Read More
London Marathon 2020: Athletes to wear social-distancing tech
All staff and participants will wear devices that send an alert when too close to others. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3n5X9W...Read More
Kylie Jenner's cosmetics customers' data compromised
Customers names, addresses, emails and the last four digits of credit cards were among data stolen. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Train station tech helps passengers to socially distance
Real-time monitoring of commuters' movements helps staff to respond to congestion hot spots. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Broadband 'so bad I work from my friend's shed'
Customers of a service for rural areas say they have been unable to join video meetings. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ScIESe...Read More
Coronavirus doctor's diary: Trying out tech that may help make worship Covid-secure
Dr John Wright looks at the kit installed in a Bradford mosque in the hope of limiting the spread of Covid-19. from BBC News - Technology ...Read More
Hydrogen-powered train makes UK maiden journey
The Hydroflex made a 25-mile round-trip in Warwickshire, reaching speeds of up to 50 mph. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mZVKQ...Read More
CS:GO coaches banned from major esports series
A bug in the game Counter Strike: Global Offensive has led to several bans - and more could follow from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Coronavirus: Police to be told they can use NHS Covid-19 app
Officers will be told on Wednesday they can install the app to personal but not work smartphones. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Amazon One: Palm scanner launched for 'secure' payments
The tech giant says its system could be used to scan into shops, offices or stadiums. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ibJoBC v...Read More
Farmville to shut its gates on Facebook at end of year
The game relied on Flash, which will no longer be supported by Facebook after December. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30z9fgX ...Read More
Jet suit trial for Great North Air Ambulance paramedics
A first test flight has been carried out in the Lake District. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kXSh3g via IFTTT Read More
'I monitor my staff with software that takes screenshots'
Many have struggled to get to grips with working from home, but would surveillance technology help? from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Flightradar24 hit by third cyber-attack in two days
Flightradar24 says it has been hit by sustained attacks over two days, interrupting its service. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Jet suit paramedic tested in the Lake District 'could save lives'
The kit means a paramedic can "fly" up a fell in 90 seconds rather than go 30 minutes by foot. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
Nokia clinches 5G deal with BT to replace Huawei in EE network
The Finnish firm will become the largest provider of base stations and antennas to EE's network. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
US 2020 election: Social media's nightmare scenario
Potential election chaos will play out on social media, and Big Tech is worried. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mXtZs1 via IF...Read More
TikTok ban: How did TikTok stay online in the US?
Sophia Smith-Galer explains why President Trump shifted his position on banning new downloads of the app from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
'If you steal music, you aren't a real music fan'
The music industry is trying to clampdown on the latest form of music piracy known as stream-ripping. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Scientists create a microscopic robot that ‘walks’
The scientists behind a microscopic "walking" robot hope their tech could one day be used against cancer. from BBC News - Techno...Read More
Police told not to download NHS Covid-19 app
National Police Chiefs Council says officers should not install contact-tracing app on work phones. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Fashion brands design 'waist-up' clothing for video calls
Milan Fashion Week saw designers showcasing logos on necklines and statement jewellery. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mSdqh8 ...Read More
US squeezes China's biggest chip-maker SMIC
The commerce department writes to suppliers, warning of risks linked to the Chinese military. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2G...Read More
NHS Covid-19 app: 10m downloads - and lots of questions
We look at why you can't log out of a venue, and how to change your postcode on the app. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/343...Read More
Uber secures right to continue operating in London
A court renews the ride-hailing giant's London licence despite previous safety concerns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cD...Read More
Robots in a flat - testing tech for independent living
A laboratory made to look like a home is fitted with sensors and internet of things devices. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36d...Read More
Huawei: The PowerPoint that sparked an international row
The top Huawei executive's closely watched extradition case returns to court on Monday. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cBC...Read More
TikTok: US judge halts app store ban
District Judge Carl Nichols has issued a temporary injunction preventing a ban on TikTok downloads. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Singapore in world first for facial verification
The technology is being rolled out countrywide as part of Singapore's national identity scheme. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Molly Russell social media material 'too difficult to look at'
The 14-year-old killed herself in 2017 after viewing graphic images on social media. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3j6iKeF vi...Read More
NHS Covid-19: App users unable to input negative tests
Users in England and Wales who booked a test outside of the app can only register a positive result. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Contact-tracing app: First version worked on more phones
The first version of the NHS England and Wales app was trialled on the Isle of Wight. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33TWY7u v...Read More
European Commission to challenge Apple tax bill verdict
EU court ruling that the tech giant does not have to pay hefty back taxes to Ireland goes back to court. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
Thailand prosecutes Facebook, Google and Twitter over posts
Officials say social networks failed to take down all posts that are illegal under Thai law. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2RZ...Read More
Taio Cruz quits TikTok after 'suicidal thoughts'
The pop star says he deleted his account after "hateful videos" affected his mental health. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Harley-Davidson to exit world's biggest bike market
The iconic motorcycle company is pulling out of India as it struggles to sell its two-wheelers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Teaching offshore robots to speak our language
New technology has been unveiled which allows humans to ask robots questions and understand their actions. from BBC News - Technology http...Read More
Giant 25 tonne Gundam robot shows off its moves and other news
BBC Click's Paul Carter highlights the best of the week's technology news. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33SM9T8 via ...Read More
How worried should we be about deadly cyber-attacks?
Experts have been warning for years that it's not a matter of if, but when, hackers will kill somebody. from BBC News - Technology htt...Read More
'One day everyone will use China's digital currency'
China plans a digital version of its currency, which some say could become a big global payment system. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
Amazon unveils flying Ring security camera drone
The camera is launched when sensors detect a potential home break-in. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3044lZ1 via IFTTT Read More
NHS Covid-19 app: How to install and use it
This guide explains how to install the NHS Covid-19 app on Android smartphones and iPhones. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cw6...Read More
Apple App Store faces coalition of unhappy developers
Spotify, Epic Games and others unite to campaign against the tech giant's app policies. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/306X...Read More
Facebook Oversight Board plans to take time over rulings
Former Danish PM Helle Thorning-Schmidt says her panel will take its time over takedown rulings. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Google removes Uluru virtual walk from Street View
Parks Australia had requested user-generated images from the sacred site be immediately removed. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Hancock: 'Upgrade' may be needed to access NHS Covid app
Health Secretary Matt Hancock said he understood "the challenges" around downloading the NHS Covid-19 app. from BBC News - Techn...Read More
Facebook 'Supreme Court' to begin work before US Presidential vote
The company's oversight board - which can overrule Mark Zuckerberg - begins work in mid-October. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Sequel to hit game Among Us cancelled
The developers of the space-themed mystery game now say they want to focus on making the original better. from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
NHS Covid-19 app: England and Wales get smartphone contact tracing for over-16s
Users are being urged to install the app to protect themselves and others against the resurgent virus. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Advertisers strike social media deal over hate speech
Advertisers agree standards with Facebook, Twitter and YouTube over harmful content issues. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mIr...Read More
NHS Covid-19 app: How England and Wales' contact-tracing service works
The app will tell you to self-isolate or be tested or warn of an elevated local risk level. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2HgM...Read More
Facebook shuts down 150 fake Chinese accounts
Some used artificial intelligence to make profile pics and posted content about the US election. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Huawei: 'Survival is the goal' as it stockpiles chips
The Chinese company is facing major shortages amid the latest US trade restrictions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3032Iuy vi...Read More
Theatres look to tech to keep performing
Technology is now trying to fill the void until actors can begin treading the boards again. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hXk...Read More
Musk: $25,000 Tesla ready "in about three years"
Tesla's founder says new ways to make more efficient batteries will drive down the price of electric cars. from BBC News - Technology ...Read More
Video game loot boxes: another form of gambling?
The government is asking for the public's opinion on the impact of loot boxes. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32R3nAZ via ...Read More
Coronavirus: 'Government must publish contact-tracing app data'
A health charity wants to know how well England and Wales' contact-tracing app fared in tests. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Dark net drugs raid leads to 179 arrests
About 500kg of cocaine, heroin and other drugs have been seized as well as guns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2RO71W3 via IF...Read More
TikTok writes to rivals over suicide clips
The Chinese social media firm was grilled by UK MPs about how it deals with online harms. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZZ4hc...Read More
Dark Overlord hacker pleads guilty
A UK citizen is sentenced to five years in prison and ordered to pay £1.1m to victims. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hTEdWw ...Read More
Amazon criticised over 'Black Lives Don't Matter' caps
A barrister questions whether the retailer has any checks in place after spotting the racist hats. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Airbus looks to the future with hydrogen planes
The aerospace giant said its hydrogen-fuelled passenger planes could be in service by 2035. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kyB...Read More
Broadband: Old TV signal hit village internet speed for 18 months
Connectivity was disrupted each morning, causing issues for households trying to get online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32P...Read More
'Lack of investment' behind snarled-up legal system
Court cases face serious delays in the UK and lawyers say more investment in technology would help. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Microsoft acquires Fallout creator Bethesda
Xbox's owner confirms it has bought the game developer ahead of the launch of the new Xbox console. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
TikTok unaware of $5bn US 'education fund' request
US President Donald Trump made the claim at a pre-election rally. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3chOzhW via IFTTT Read More
Social media 'a blessing and a curse' for Little Mix
The band say the pressures associated with an online presence can be harmful to young people's mental health. from BBC News - Technolo...Read More
Twitter investigates racial bias in image previews
After users highlight problems, Twitter says more work on racial bias in algorithms is needed. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3...Read More
'Mythical' Aston Martin Bulldog supercar being restored
Only one Bulldog was ever built but it was sold by the company 40 years ago to raise cash. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2RLPz...Read More
The tech putting the beef into Australian cattle farming
Why Australia's huge farms are increasingly relying on technology to monitor their livestock. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Satellite achieves sharp-eyed view of methane
A Canadian company debuts a powerful new capability to monitor the potent greenhouse gas. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hOOmU...Read More
Super Mario at 35: 'The little plumber who defined a genre'
Battling Bowser, protecting Peach, what makes Mario magical as he celebrates 35 years? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iKe11P ...Read More
WeChat: Judge blocks US attempts to ban downloads of Chinese app
The ban on the Chinese-owned messaging and payments apps was to come in on Sunday night. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33J41jo...Read More
TikTok: Trump says Oracle deal for video app 'has my blessing'
The president says the bid by Oracle and Walmart would protect the data of TikTok users in the US. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Friend challenges Facebook over Ronnie McNutt suicide video
Videos of army veteran Ronnie McNutt's online suicide are still accessible on the internet. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Tech Tent: ARM, TikTok and the battle for tech supremacy
Two tech giants caught up in the trade war between the US and China. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33AUkTY via IFTTT Read More
Google and Facebook under pressure to ban children's ads
An open letter from academics and politicians also targets Amazon, Apple and Microsoft. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mCf1I2 ...Read More
US set to ban TikTok and WeChat in 48 hours
The ban will take effect in two days unless President Trump intervenes. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33G7eA3 via IFTTT Read More
Twitter beefs up security for US election candidates
The social network has activated password reset protections and is demanding stronger passwords. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Police launch homicide inquiry after German hospital hack
Woman dies being transferred from German hospital which is hit by hackers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hG1wTN via IFTTT Read More
Canada Tesla driver charged over 'napping while speeding'
Canadian police said both front seats were fully reclined as the car drove at 150km/h. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2FDYXol ...Read More
Lockdown 'sexting' blackmail concerns for young people sharing images
One victim was duped into sending nude photographs to someone she later found out was an adult. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Google’s zero carbon footprint and other tech news
BBC Click’s Paul Carter reports on some of the best technology news stories this week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3c74ZK0 ...Read More
How e-commerce is exploding in South Africa
E-commerce has been one sector that has boomed in South Africa during the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2FJHkDd via...Read More
How photographers track down stolen pictures
Some call them copyright trolls, but these companies say they defend photographers' rights. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
PS5 vs Xbox Series X: How do they compare?
Who will win the console war this Christmas? We take a look at the new Xbox and Playstation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32I...Read More
Tony Abbott hacked after posting boarding pass on Instagram
A hacker uncovered the Australian ex-PM's phone number and passport details but told the authorities. from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
Nintendo 3DS discontinued after almost a decade
With more than 75 million consoles sold, Nintendo is finally letting the 3DS' battery run out. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Cyber threat to disrupt start of university term
The National Cyber Security Centre warns that universities face a rising wave of cyber-attacks. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Revenge porn 'new normal' after cases surge in lockdown
Cases of revenge porn have risen by a fifth this year, with lockdown to blame, say campaigners. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
PlayStation 5 matches the price of the Xbox Series X
Sony opts not to undercut its rival this time round but instead will rely on exclusives to woo gamers. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Facebook boosts power and cuts price of VR headset
The Oculus Quest 2 is also getting Assassin's Creed and Splinter Cell video games. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32B4Gnx ...Read More
Chinese and Malaysian hackers charged by US over attacks
Five Chinese and two Malaysian men are charged by the US over separate alleged hacking plots. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35...Read More
Coronavirus: BioCloud device claims to detect airborne virus
Its makers say the BioCloud device could be installed in schools and offices to issue alerts. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3k...Read More
'Unexpected' iPhone and iPad update threatens app glitches
Developers are complaining that they were only given a day's notice about the release. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35J4V...Read More
Plug-in hybrids are a 'wolf in sheep's clothing'
Although marketed as a green option, the cars cause more polluting than is claimed, campaigners say. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
'Anxiety app helped me at my new school' says Essex pupil
Maisie, 11, speaks about how a new app funded by the NHS helped her cope as she started a new school. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Singapore becomes hub for Chinese tech amid US tensions
Technology firms Tencent and Alibaba are among those expanding operations amid US-China tensions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Uber's self-driving operator charged over fatal crash
The safety driver of an Uber autonomous car is charged with negligent homicide. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hALmv4 via IFT...Read More
AI-driven robot Mayflower recreates historic voyage
The Mayflower Autonomous Ship will collect data on marine life, including sampling for plastics. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
UK Space Agency funds tech for orbital awareness
Grants will promote ideas to detect, characterise and track the millions of objects moving overhead. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Could VR help universities teach students?
With social distancing rules in place, universities are looking at new ways to educate students. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Kim Kardashian West joins Facebook and Instagram boycott
Dozens of celebrities announce they will freeze their accounts to protest against hate speech. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3...Read More
TikTok: Cambridgeshire police officers warned over 'offensive' videos
Two officers posted clips of themselves "shouting offensive language" and dancing "inappropriately". from BBC News - T...Read More
Apple Fitness+ subscription service unveiled alongside Series 6 Watch
The tech firm also showed off new smartwatches with blood-oxygen sensors and new iPads. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35EIQ4A ...Read More
Facebook staffer sends 'blood on my hands' memo
Ex-data scientist writes internal memo outlining scale of problems facing social network. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32vHSF...Read More
E-scooter trial put on hold in Coventry five days after rollout
Safety concerns were raised after reports of e-scooters being used on pavements. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mnRkmm via IF...Read More
Covid-19 data breach: FM 'doesn't know' when ministers first told
Mark Drakeford says he only learned of a data breach involving 18,000 people on Monday. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3keYrvu ...Read More
Amazon's Down's syndrome T-shirts 'promote hate', says Coventry woman
Heidi Carter, who has the condition, says she almost cried her eyes out after seeing them for sale. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Wylfa: Hitachi 'withdraws' from nuclear project
The Japanese firm is pulling out of the stalled £15-£20bn power plant scheme, Anglesey council says. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Nikola electric lorry just rolling downhill in promo video
Nikola admits its hydrogen-powered lorry is rolling downhill rather than moving under its own power. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
‘You get fully submerged’ - Taser training in VR
The virtual worlds helping to train and sharpen the skills of a UK police force. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35FBCx4 via IF...Read More
Coronavirus: Bill Gates says rich countries must help make vaccine accessible to all
The Microsoft co-founder says rich countries should do more and addresses conspiracy theories about himself. from BBC News - Technology ht...Read More
TikTok: YouTube launches rival to be tested in India
India was TikTok's largest overseas market before the social media app was banned there in June. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Ship with no crew to sail across the Atlantic
A full-size, crewless research ship is to make one of the world's first autonomous transatlantic voyages. from BBC News - Technology h...Read More
When changing a light bulb is a really big deal
Lighthouses have been upgrading to more efficient LED lights, but for some that is a step too far. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
LG Wing smartphone has a swivel screen
The main screen of the Wing phone rotates out to reveal a second, smaller one underneath. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2RrlXt...Read More
Nvidia chief: ARM is a technology jewel
The chief executive of Nvidia explains why he is buying UK chip designer ARM in a $40bn deal. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3c...Read More
TikTok: Oracle confirms being picked by Bytedance to be app's partner
The American database specialist says a tie-up plan has been submitted to the US government. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZC...Read More
Coronavirus: Public Health Wales publishes 18,000 test results by mistake
Full names were not published but people living in care homes are more at risk of being identified. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
TikTok: What is Oracle and why does it want the video-sharing app?
The database technology firm has roots in US government intelligence. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3itT4YV via IFTTT Read More
OnePlus buds seized as 'fake Apple AirPods' by US customs
Officials seize 2,000 "counterfeit Apple" products despite clear branding from competitor OnePlus. from BBC News - Technology ht...Read More
Google says its carbon footprint is now zero
The technology giant has also pledged to be using only carbon-free energy by 2030. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hvLz2t via ...Read More
Singapore distributes Covid contact-tracing tokens
The government hopes the Bluetooth tokens will play a significant role in reopening Singapore's economy. from BBC News - Technology ht...Read More
TikTok rejects Microsoft bid at eleventh hour
Oracle is now the favourite to take over US operations of the popular Chinese-owned video-sharing app. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
ARM: UK-based chip designer sold to Nvidia
The Cambridge-based company's technology helps power most smartphones among many other gadgets. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
YouTube faces legal battle over British children's privacy
Google, YouTube's parent company, is facing a landmark claim over the use of children's data in the UK. from BBC News - Technology...Read More
The technology firm digitising health in Nigeria
A technology firm is accelerating the growth of Nigeria's healthcare industry by digitising health. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
Working from home: The rise of the DIY office
From treetops to ironing-board desks - a look at some of your creative home offices. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33mEPz0 vi...Read More
Ex-Google boss Eric Schmidt: US 'dropped the ball' on innovation
Eric Schmidt says America has fallen behind China when it comes to funding new technology. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2GTSQ...Read More
The man who owned 3,000 cameras
One of the largest camera collections in the world is hidden away in a village hall in Fife. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ho...Read More
Government must safeguard ARM’s UK HQ, says Labour
Cambridge-based ARM’s current owner, Softbank, is in talks to sell the firm to US chip maker Nvidia. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Marvel's Avengers: Gaming can be 'more personal' than movies
Thor and Black Widow explore how the new Avengers game differs from the movies. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZrJIpl via IFT...Read More
TikTok sale deadline won't be extended, says Trump
The race to find a buyer to avoid TikTok being banned in the US will end on 15 September. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bUye2...Read More
Coronavirus: England and Wales' contact-tracing app gets launch date
Matt Hancock describes it as a "defining moment" in the effort to control the spread of Covid-19. from BBC News - Technology htt...Read More
Portable air purifier, 'smallest' Xbox and other tech news
BBC Click’s Jen Copestake reports on some of the best technology news stories this week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ik3tXj...Read More
How does Scotland's new contact-tracing app work?
How will the new Protect Scotland proximity tracing app work and what else do we know about it? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Google and Twitter to block election misinformation
The tech firms are ramping up measures ahead of the US elections to block false or misleading content. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
'Scammer cloned my business on Instagram'
How a fake soap company attempted to clean out the bank accounts of followers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2GFn7Pl via IFTT...Read More
Coronavirus: How technology could keep football fans safe at stadiums
Tech firms are working on solutions to enable fans to move safely outside, inside and around grounds. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Russia, China and Iran hackers target Trump and Biden, Microsoft says
Both President Donald Trump and Democrat Joe Biden's campaigns in hackers' sights, Microsoft says. from BBC News - Technology http...Read More
Huawei to shift phones to its own Harmony operating system from 2021
The Chinese company will offer all smartphone models with its Harmony OS as an alternative to Android. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Snowden criticises Amazon for hiring former NSA boss
The tech giant is facing criticism over its appointment of a former NSA director. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hi9CSq via I...Read More
Tesco to trial drone delivery service
Customers will be able to have "small baskets" of goods delivered in minutes. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ictLdT ...Read More
TikTok admits restricting some LGBT hashtags
The video-sharing app insists it is "deeply committed to inclusivity" but also bound by local laws. from BBC News - Technology h...Read More
Facebook apologises for unauthorised ads
A "technical error" led to numerous ads appearing on a publicly funded broadcaster's website. from BBC News - Technology htt...Read More
Coronavirus: Scotland's Covid-19 contact tracing app goes live
The free app lets people know if they have been in close contact with someone who later tests positive. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
#DontRemoveYoutubeCCs: Community captions 'benefit everyone'
YouTube is getting rid of community caption subtitles, which could be a problem for some people. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Chinese embassy calls for Twitter inquiry after porn clip liked
The Chinese UK ambassador's account liked an adult clip as well as posts critical of Beijing. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Xbox blinks first by pricing Xbox Series X ahead of Sony's PS5
Last time around, Sony undercut its rival after waiting to go second to see what Microsoft would do. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
App tells if office workers are not socially distanced
The app has been piloted at Network Rail and is now ready for use in other workplaces. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hg5hzd ...Read More
Facebook 'profits from hate' claims engineer who quit
But the social network defends its record and denies the claims. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32cQH7d via IFTTT Read More
David Beckham's Guild Esports to float on London stock market
Firm wants £20m to boost performance in global online games Fortnite, CS:Go, Rocket League and Fifa. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Lockdown comedy: How coronavirus changed stand-up
What happens when comedians turn to virtual gigs to get their jokes heard? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2GJZm8X via IFTTT Read More
Uber pledges all-electric fleet by 2040
The transportation company says it has a "responsibility" to tackle climate change. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33...Read More
Fall Guys: Tiny blobs, obstacle courses and hate mail
Fall Guys has had millions of downloads, but even fluffy obstacle courses can't make everyone happy. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
Vera Rubin: Super telescope's giant camera spies broccoli
The camera detector for the Vera Rubin Observatory takes its first test images in the laboratory. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Apple fires back in Fortnite App Store battle
The tech giant said its dispute with the firm behind the game was a "basic disagreement over money". from BBC News - Technology ...Read More
Android 11 system update from Google adds privacy controls
Operating system now lets users give an app one-time access to a device's cameras or microphones. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
GM plans to rival Tesla with new electric truck
General Motors hopes to have its first electric/hydrogen pick-up in production by 2022. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33cDlqX ...Read More
PUBG cuts video game ties with Tencent in India after ban
The popular video game was one of 118 apps blacklisted by the Indian government last week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2DD9r...Read More
Xbox Series S: Microsoft confirms price and release date
Next-generation system will its "smallest console ever" when it goes on sale in November. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
TikTok in race to remove widely shared suicide clip
The video has been viewed by children who report being extremely distressed by the content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2R2k...Read More
China takes aim at US 'bullying' of its tech firms
The Chinese government has clashed with America over tech security and protecting consumers' data. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Amazon's murky world of one-star reviews
Companies are trying to manipulate online feedback - and one-star reviews have become the latest weapon. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
Can artificial intelligence create a decent dinner?
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The 'brushing' scam that's behind mystery parcels
There's been a rise in sellers buying and sending out their own goods in order to boost sales and reviews. from BBC News - Technology ...Read More
Netflix boss: Remote working has negative effects
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'Dramatic' decline in pirated films after arrests
The amount of pirated films, TV shows, e-books and other material has plummeted following US raids. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Chinese chip giant SMIC 'in shock' after US trade ban threat
SMIC's Hong Kong shares sank 23% after the Pentagon said it could be added to a trade blacklist. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Fall Guys to use Fortnite’s anti-cheat software
The hit video game has attracted millions of players since its launch, in August. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/339OSHk via I...Read More
Ethan Is Supreme: Beauty influencer Ethan Peters dies aged 17
Ethan Peters, also known as Ethan Is Supreme, was a makeup influencer and YouTuber from the US. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
The women behind one of Gucci's most-liked Insta posts
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Instagram photo filters targeted by model's #filterdrop campaign
Why a make-up artist is campaigning to tackle unrealistic beauty images on social media. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35dmNBx...Read More
Mystery seeds: Amazon bans foreign plant sales in US
Thousands of Americans have received unsolicited packets of seeds this year, mostly from China. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Islamic State group's online propaganda library
One of the largest collections of extremist material belonging to the group has been uncovered. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Tel Aviv: Drone filmed dropping suspected cannabis over city
A quadcopter was seen releasing small bags, believed to contain illegal drugs, over Tel Aviv, Israel. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Tony Hawk on why they've remade his most iconic games
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Galaxy Z Fold2: Samsung's third attempt at a folding smartphone
Will it be "third time lucky" for Samsung as it reveals its latest attempt at a folding smartphone? from BBC News - Technology h...Read More
Apple delays new anti-tracking privacy measures
Facebook has warned that Apple's privacy plans could render some of its tools useless. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32Vrk...Read More
The surprising secrets hidden in a pregnancy test
Researchers take apart a digital pregnancy testing kit and find a standard paper strip inside. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3...Read More
Entirely virtual art museum to open and other tech news
BBC Click’s LJ Rich looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32SLjFs via ...Read More
Emily Hartridge: Deflated tyre 'caused Youtuber's e-scooter crash'
TV presenter Emily Hartridge was thrown under a lorry and killed in the accident, a coroner says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Tony Blair: It is common sense to move toward digital IDs
The ex-PM said coronavirus vaccination records kept by government would help "restore confidence". from BBC News - Technology ht...Read More
Islamic State: Giant library of group's online propaganda discovered
Researchers say the "Caliphate Cache" is used to continually replenish extremist content on the net. from BBC News - Technology ...Read More
Why there are so few black tech start-ups
Black Lives Matter has shone a spotlight on policing, but also on other areas, like the tech industry. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
E-scooter trial rolled out in West Midlands
From 10 September e-scooters will be available in Birmingham and Coventry. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lOyZPe via IFTTT Read More
Facebook to freeze political ads before US presidential election
Its chief Mark Zuckerberg says he is worried about "the risk of civil unrest across the country". from BBC News - Technology htt...Read More
NSA surveillance exposed by Snowden ruled unlawful
Whistleblower Edward Snowden tweets he feels vindicated by the ruling from the US Court of Appeals. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Facebook-Oculus login rift grows as sales stop in Germany
It comes as a German regulator criticises the requirement for Oculus users to have a Facebook login. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Amazon to create 7,000 UK jobs
The online retail giant is recruiting at more than 50 sites in response to growing customer demand. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
What a US ban on WeChat could mean for American firms
What effect could President Trump's proposed WeChat ban have on US companies? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3gMXb0I via I...Read More
Modi Twitter: Account linked to Indian PM hacked
Twitter said a series of tweets were sent from an account linked to the prime minister asking for donations. from BBC News - Technology ht...Read More
Coronavirus: Facebook, Twitter and YouTube 'fail to tackle anti-vaccination posts'
Campaigners claim Facebook, Twitter and YouTube failed to act on flagged 'clearly harmful posts'. from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
Record number of online child abuse logged by police
More than 10,000 offences were logged, an increase of 16% from the previous year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32XnuMW via I...Read More
Girl Guides: Enhanced photos need labels on social media
The charity has backed proposals to make labelling on these images compulsory. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2YYMGkF via IFTT...Read More
India bans PUBG, Baidu and more than 100 apps linked to China
The list of forbidden products includes the popular video game PUBG and search giant Baidu's app. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Amazon withdraws job adverts for union 'spies'
The job description called for analyst to investigate employees who were joining unions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3gTfEZB...Read More
Apple more valuable than the entire FTSE 100
The world's largest company has seen its value leap as demand for tech goods surged during lockdown. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
Pakistan blocks Tinder and Grindr for 'immoral content'
Extra-marital relationships and homosexuality are illegal in the country. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hSAn0K via IFTTT Read More
Facebook caught in India political storm
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Northumbria University hit by cyber attack
Specialists were brought in following "operational disruptions across networks and IT systems". from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
Live video dating: Finding love online with an audience
A new breed of app is allowing people to go on live video dates, while others watch on. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jz3TJt ...Read More
Facebook and Twitter 'dismantle Russian network'
Facebook said the accounts sought to "target public debate in the US" but "had very little reach". from BBC News - Tec...Read More
Apps for children must offer privacy by default
Websites aimed at children, connected toys and online games must be designed with privacy at heart. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Climate change: Power companies 'hindering' move to green energy
New research suggests utilities are dragging their feet when it comes to embracing wind and solar. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Coronavirus: Apple iPhones can contact-trace without Covid app
The new version of iOS serves virus alerts without users having to download an official app. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lD...Read More
Want an Uber? Send a selfie proving you are wearing a mask
Some passengers will need to verify they have a coronavirus face mask prior to ordering a ride. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Hackers attack Norwegian parliament
The "significant attack" happened over several days and included hacks of member's email accounts. from BBC News - Technolog...Read More
Deepfake detection tool unveiled by Microsoft
The tech firm has created a way to spot computer-manipulated videos and photos. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bfb5aC via IFT...Read More
Black Lives Matter: Ubisoft removes Tom Clancy image
An image similar to a Black Lives Matter symbol was used by terrorists in Tom Clancy: Elite Squad. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
FBI worried that Ring doorbells are spying on police
Someone under investigation was said to be able to "covertly monitor law enforcement activity". from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
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