Military trials training for missions in virtual reality
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'Farms are going to need different kinds of robots'
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The influencer effect: 'Love Island star transformed my business'
Influencers can have a bad reputation but for some people they have proved to be a business lifeline. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Cryptocurrencies: Why Nigeria is a global leader in Bitcoin trade
A devaluing currency and hard economic conditions make cryptocurrencies attractive despite the risks. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Monsters, mania and the unstoppable march of Pokémon
Several waves of Pokémania have swept the globe, keeping this lucrative franchise relevant for 25 years. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
Bitcoin energy use 'bigger than most countries'
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Covid-19: How would an NHS vaccine passport app work?
There is growing speculation that a certificate scheme could be built into the main NHS app. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bG...Read More
Ros Atkins on... Is Facebook too powerful?
Ros Atkins looks at the consequences of Facebook's power on events in Myanmar, Washington DC and Australia. from BBC News - Technology...Read More
Cairngorms recreated in video game Minecraft
The initiative is designed to help young people find out how the Cairngorms national park is managed. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
MyHeritage offers 'creepy' deepfake tool to reanimate dead
Genealogy firm admits some might find the controversial technology "uncanny or creepy". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
TikTok agrees legal payout over facial recognition
The video site has agreed to a $92m settlement in a case over how it uses biometrics to track users. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Twitter unveils 'super follow' feature
The network will enable users to charge for extra content such as bonus tweets and newsletters. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Explore the Cairngorms - in Minecraft
The landscape has been recreated to help young people understand how to run a national park. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dM...Read More
MLM schemes in the UK: The 'cult-like' beauty businesses in your DMs
Newsbeat hears from young women about their experiences working for multi-level marketing companies. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Amazon rainforest plots sold via Facebook Marketplace ads
Protected land reserved for Brazil's indigenous communities is being traded on the social network. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Vintage technology: 'It sounds so much cleaner'
Why do people like to use ancient personal organisers and music players? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bDZEKq via IFTTT Read More
AI conquers challenge of 1980s platform games
A computer program that can solve 1980s exploration games could help improve robot intelligence. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Pokemon Go players banned for cheating
More than 5 million players have been punished for cheating, with 20% being permanent bans. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dJC...Read More
Bill Gates: Bitcoin not for me, says ex-Microsoft chief
The billionaire said he preferred to invest in "companies that make products" such as vaccines. from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
Drought hits Taiwan chip supply as Biden asks for more
Taiwan is one of the world's largest manufacturers of chips and the US wants it to speed up production. from BBC News - Technology htt...Read More
Fake emails sent to MPs totally unacceptable - Lindsay Hoyle
The Commons Speaker hits out after an academic study tries to test MPs' responses to constituents. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Npower app attack exposed customers' bank details
The energy provider, owned by Eon, reports a breach to the UK's data watchdog. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2MnM0Cq via ...Read More
Australia passes law to make Google and Facebook pay for news
The world-first law is designed to make the tech giants pay news publishers for content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZQQHYo...Read More
Myanmar coup: Facebook, Instagram place immediate ban on military
Facebook said deadly violence in Myanmar had brought about the need for the ban on the military. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Chinese £3,200 budget electric car takes on Tesla
The mini electric vehicle being made by China's biggest carmaker is now outselling Tesla two to one. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
'My campaign outperformed non-disabled influencers'
Disabled influencer Pippa Stacey says "brands are beginning to see our value". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3uvqrRB...Read More
UK 4G smartphone owners may be due £480m pay-out
Some 29 million people in the UK could be entitled to up to £30 back on Apple or Samsung smartphones. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
GameStop surges again as Reddit crashes temporarily
Trading in GameStop shares halted minutes before markets closed but jumped again in late trading. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
US central bank payment system down for 'hours'
The crash came as the bank faces pressure to keep pace with changes fuelled by Bitcoin and other digital currencies. from BBC News - Techn...Read More
Palantir: NHS faces legal action over data firm contract
Controversial data-crunching firm Palantir's deal with the UK health service is under the spotlight. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
Hyundai to replace 82,000 electric-vehicle batteries over fire risk
The South Korean carmaker is replacing batteries for huge numbers of Kona electric cars. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bvuXa6...Read More
Spot: Boston Dynamics condemns robot paintball rampage plan
The art project, which is using a quadruped Spot robot, has been criticised by maker Boston Dynamics from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Clubhouse: What is it and how do you get invited?
The new social-media app has already attracted huge names - and been banned in several countries. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
BBC Micro at 40: How it inspired a generation of coders
Launched in the 1980s the Computer Literacy Project helped people understand the world of computing. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Apple buys a company every three to four weeks
The technology giant has bought around 100 companies in six years, chief executive Tim Cook has revealed. from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
Clubhouse: What is it and how do you get invited?
The new social-media app has already attracted huge names - and been banned in several countries. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Facebook and Google 'too powerful' says watchdog boss
The boss of the UK's competition watchdog says tech giants have too much share of the online ad market. from BBC News - Technology htt...Read More
Spotify: Price rise 'could push users into piracy'
Prices have been anchored at £9.99 for years, and Spotify says the situation isn't likely to change. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
Google-linked smart city plan ditched in Portland
It is another blow for Alphabet-owned Sidewalk Labs which cancelled a project in Toronto last year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
PSVR2: Sony unveils 'improved' PlayStation VR
The games giant says PSVR2 will feature a less-cluttered set-up and numerous visual improvements. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Apple users targeted by 'mysterious' malware
Devices in more than 150 countries are infected - but researchers still do not know why. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3khxt7U...Read More
MWC Shanghai: Gadget companies gather for rare pandemic tech expo
New products include a phone that fully charges in 20 minutes and an under-screen selfie camera. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Facebook reverses ban on news pages in Australia
Facebook will reverse a decision to block access to news content, Australia's government says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Spotify to expand into more than 80 new markets
The audio streaming company wants to extend its global reach to include more than a billion extra people. from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
Covid in Scotland: Drones to carry Covid samples
The medical cargo is being carried up to 40 miles in hard-to-reach parts of Argyll and Bute. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2P3...Read More
Augmented reality art: Where your home becomes the gallery
How virtual artworks allow you to see anything from the sun to a giant spider in your own home. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Clubhouse confirms data spillage of its audio streams
A user has been banned for streaming audio from multiple Clubhouse chatrooms onto their website. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Dating apps scam committed by criminal from inside prison
A recently reformed criminal shares how he ran romance scams to serve as a warning to others. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3d...Read More
Is it worth tracking your carbon footprint?
Apps that offer to track your carbon footprint are becoming more common, but are they any good? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Church of England Vicar ‘games for God’
A London vicar says he was "called by God" to create the virtual 'Church of Chat'. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Epic's bid to sue Apple over Fortnite in UK rejected
A UK tribunal denied Epic Games permission to go after Apple - but a case versus Google can proceed. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Huawei Mate X2 folds flatter than Samsung's rival phone
The firm claims the edge against rival Samsung, but faces a dwindling stockpile of smartphone chips. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
WhatsApp to switch off messages for all who reject new terms
The company lays out what will happen to users who do not accept its updated conditions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bsF6Ey...Read More
Entire school board resigns after accidental public livestream
Board apologises for comments after realising the criticism of parents was being live-streamed. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Bitcoin keeps climbing after Tesla backing
Having broken through the $50,000 level last week the cryptocurrency has extended its rally this year. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
What a stem cell ‘reboot’ technique could mean for us?
Bit.bio is working on a method to produce any type of cell in industrial quantities. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bsTo83 vi...Read More
Facebook in Australia: What happened after news was blocked?
The removal of news sites has led to concerns about the spread of disinformation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3pzjStz via I...Read More
The video call apps linking home workers with strangers
A number of tech firms are connecting people working from home with strangers via video calls. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3...Read More
Facial recognition technology meant mum saw dying son
The technology halves the time it takes police to identify someone - but does it harm human rights? from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Are streaming algorithms really damaging film?
Director Martin Scorsese says streaming algorithms demean cinema and treat viewers as consumers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Parents alerted to NurseryCam security breach
The company says its logins were hacked but it does not believe children or staff were spied on. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Margaret Mitchell: Google fires AI ethics founder
She is the second senior figure to leave the online giant's ethics unit over the past few months. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Hawk-Eye Live could replace Wimbledon line judges and other news
BBC Click's Jen Copestake looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bk...Read More
WhatsApp to go ahead with changes despite backlash
The messaging app is making a second attempt to convince users to accept its new privacy policy. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Clubhouse downloads double in two weeks, analytics firm says
App Annie says downloads of the audio app went up from 3.5m to 8.1m in 16 days this month. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3axsC...Read More
Black Country: Facebook targeted 'faggots and peas' chat
It has apologised to a history group after thinking the Black Country dish violated its standards. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
'Kill switch' failed as drone hit controlled space near Gatwick
The drone had gone out of control during a demonstration flight at Goodwood Aerodrome. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OOhuT3 ...Read More
UK Supreme Court rules Uber drivers are workers
The ride hailing app's drivers are workers rather than self-employed, the court says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3uf2AW...Read More
Huawei turns to pig farming as smartphone sales fall
The Chinese telecoms giant is also pivoting into coal mining technology amid US sanctions on its phones. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
'Smart' face masks promise high-tech protection
BBC Click's Lara Lewington puts some "smart" face masks to the test. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3pxMQKy via ...Read More
UK to launch 'high risk' science agency
The new agency will help "cement the UK's position as a science superpower", the government says. from BBC News - Technology...Read More
The search widens for hot rocks that provide power
Geothermal power projects have seen a surge of investment as countries encourage renewable energy. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Robinhood boss says GameStop episode 'unacceptable'
Lawmakers grill key players in the GameStop trading frenzy at a hearing in Washington. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OFcPTl ...Read More
Facebook Australia: Tech giant faces growing criticism over news ban
Politicians, publishers and rights groups condemn the social media giant's response to a planned law. from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
Nvidia limits crypto-mining on new graphics card
Nvidia's latest graphics card will deliberately slow down if used to mine a popular crypto-currency. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
Chromebooks overtake Macs in market share for first time
Analysts say the low-cost Google-powered laptops have been used by school pupils for remote learning. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Texas freeze shuts chip factories amid shortages
A power crisis in Texas forces computer-chip-makers to halt production amid a chip shortage. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2M2...Read More
Facebook Australia: PM Scott Morrison 'will not be intimidated' by tech giant
Scott Morrison says Facebook's decision to block news feeds to users is "arrogant and disappointing". from BBC News - Techno...Read More
'Roaring Kitty' GameStop investor hit with lawsuit
Keith Gill is being sued over claims he duped fellow investors into buying its shares last month. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
YouTube: Voice of Wales channel accused of racism
Several politicians criticise Voice of Wales' activities following a BBC Wales investigation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Handforth Parish Council Zoom meeting dogged by rows again
Thousands tune in for the latest Handforth Parish Council meeting but Jackie Weaver is not present. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Nasa Perseverance rover: How this Mars landing will be different
Nasa's Perseverance rover is aiming for Jezero Crater, considered “too dangerous” for previous spacecraft. from BBC News - Technology ...Read More
Australia news code: What’s this row with Facebook and Google all about?
A law that would force tech firms to pay for news is being closely watched globally. We explain why. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Broadband credit score mistake 'cost me thousands'
Omar Khalid says a mistake by broadband provider Virgin Media damaged his credit score for years. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Black and LGBT Edinburgh University students attacked in Zoom meeting
The attackers shouted racist slurs and played pornography during the University of Edinburgh event. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Trustpilot removed 2.2 million bogus reviews in 2020
The review website publishes its first transparency report as its own sector comes under scrutiny. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Omegle: Children expose themselves on video chat site
Omegle links up random people for virtual video and text chats, and claims to be moderated. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/37qJ...Read More
Omegle: Children expose themselves on video chat site
A BBC investigation finds what appears to be children exposing themselves to strangers on the website. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Facebook to block Australian users from viewing or sharing news
It comes in response to a proposed law that would force the company to pay publishers for content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Google to pay Murdoch's News Corporation for stories
Rupert Murdoch has championed the idea that internet platforms should pay media companies for material. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
US charges three North Koreans over $1.3bn theft
They are accused of attempting to steal from some of the world's biggest corporations. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3pwr1...Read More
Los Angeles police 'wanted Amazon Ring BLM protest footage'
A privacy group says Los Angeles police asked users of the smart home system to share footage with them. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
Apple revamps syringe emoji for Covid vaccines
The syringe icon used to be for blood donation - but Apple is now removing the blood drops. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3pxH...Read More
Reddit removed 6% of all posts made last year
Over 200 million pieces of content were taken down from the site in total. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jXVDUD via IFTTT Read More
Pete Evans: Instagram ban for Australian chef over conspiracy theories
The Australian celebrity chef had already been taken off Facebook for his posts about the coronavirus. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Gumtree Shpock tie-up could raise fees and reduce choice, warns watchdog
Competition watchdog fears sale of marketplace Gumtree by eBay to owner of Shpock could raise prices. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Spy pixels in emails 'have become endemic'
Email app Hey reveals that two-thirds of the messages it handles contain the hidden trackers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2N...Read More
ZoomOut: Waving goodbye to awkward video call endings
ZoomOut, a device which ends a video call at the pull of a cord has been developed. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bga5DJ via...Read More
Bitcoin hits new record of $50,000
The digital currency has gained 72% so far in a volatile 2021. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3pnRAC7 via IFTTT Read More
AI used to 'predict the next coronavirus'
Scientists use AI to tackle the puzzle of where a new coronavirus could emerge. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3k1BdKI via IFT...Read More
'Most healthcare apps not up to NHS standards'
A firm which reviews apps for several NHS trusts says 80% do not meet its standards. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3pokIte vi...Read More
TikTok breaching users' rights - European Consumer Organisation
The European Consumer Organisation is urging authorities to take action against the platform. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3p...Read More
Covid-19: Nearly 4,000 Amazon staff given wrong test results
Private tests shared with NHS Test and Trace leads to workers being wrongly told to self-isolate. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
What happened to Anthem? The blockbuster game that failed to find a community
BBC Sounds podcast Press X to Continue looks at what went wrong with the gaming flop Anthem. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jT...Read More
North Korea accused of hacking Pfizer for Covid-19 vaccine data
It is unclear as to what, if any, data was stolen, according to South Korea's intelligence agency. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Fake Amazon reviews 'being sold in bulk' online
A Which? investigation found 10 sites offering fake Amazon Marketplace reviews from as little as £5 each. from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
Engineer creates robotic glove to help strengthen grip
An engineer came up with the idea after seeing his aunt, who has multiple sclerosis, struggle with tasks. from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
Amazon vs Reliance: Why are two of the world's richest men in court?
A tussle over an Indian grocery store pits Amazon and Reliance against each other in court. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3u2B...Read More
Full-face hot-wax TikTok videos prompt warnings
Skin experts raise health-and-safety concerns about the videos, which do not carry a warning. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3p...Read More
The hypercar maker who was told to give up his dream
Mate Rimac struggled to get anyone to believe that cutting edge sportscars could be made in Croatia. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Parler app back online after month-long gap
The right-leaning social network was banned by Amazon, Apple and Google in January. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2N1ediY via...Read More
Jaguar car brand to be all-electric by 2025
JLR will launch electric models of its entire Jaguar and Land Rover line-up by 2030. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/37hOSrF vi...Read More
Mercedes emergency call bug: Carmaker recalls vehicles
Carmaker recalls more than a million vehicles after finding a bug in its emergency call software. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Bill Gates: Solving Covid easy compared with climate
Solving global warming would be “the most amazing thing humanity has done”, says the billionaire. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Health check: Measuring vital signs with a smartphone
Lara Lewington looks at technology which can help with remote diagnosis and health monitoring. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2...Read More
Covid-19: How did a volunteer panel react when we showed them an anti-vax video?
We showed eight people a viral video filled with falsehoods. Did it change their minds? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3tT3XtD ...Read More
Computer says go: Taking orders from an AI boss
As artificial intelligence systems get more prevalent, some of us already have computers as managers. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Yan Dhanda: Social media firms 'adding fire to hate' says Swansea midfielder
Swansea City's Yan Dhanda says lack of action taken by social media companies over online abuse is giving people "the green light t...Read More
Koo v Twitter: Why India's government is favouring a social media newcomer
Indian ministers have been promoting new microblogging site Koo following disagreements with Twitter. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Lockdown and in love: Can apps help our relationships?
Couples explain how tech has helped strengthen their relationships during the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qpldV6 ...Read More
Dating coach Haifa Barbari shares her top tips on finding love in lockdown
Author and dating coach Haifa Barbari shares her top tips on how to find love in lockdown. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OCnw...Read More
Rebecca Black’s Friday 10 years on: ‘I’ve never regretted it’
The infamous tune is 10 years old. But the backlash didn’t put Rebecca Black off making new music. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
How I bickered and bonded with a Spotify hacker
Eloise Horsfield communicated with her hacker through song titles picked via the music-streaming app. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Coca-Cola company trials first paper bottle
The test is first step towards all-paper bottle that can withstand pressure from fizzy drinks. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3...Read More
US President Joe Biden 'pauses' TikTok and WeChat bans
President Joe Biden pauses action against the Chinese apps while his administration investigates. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Reddit's five second Super Bowl ad and other tech news
BBC Click’s Marc Cieslak looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3af98w2 ...Read More
O2 fined £10m for overcharging customers
The regulator has hit O2 with the fine for years of overcharging on customers' final bills. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Bumble: Female-founded dating app tops $13bn in market debut
The listing of Bumble, which also owns Badoo, makes a billionaire of 31-year-old founder Whitney Wolfe Herd. from BBC News - Technology ht...Read More
Lastminute.com faces legal action over holiday refunds
The online travel agent could be taken to court unless it pays £1m of refunds, the regulator says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Huawei takes HSBC to court as it tries to stop extradition
The Chinese giant is trying to stop the extradition of its chief financial officer from Canada to the US. from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
Valentine's Day: How to pimp your dating profile
Top tips from a dating expert on how to improve your 'love life CV' from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3d4keWp via IFTTT Read More
The global race to produce hydrogen offshore
There is much excitement about the prospect of making hydrogen on offshore windfarms. Could it work? from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Milan's 'acrobat thieves' use Instagram tags 'to rob rich and famous'
The "acrobat thieves" allegedly monitored famous people's Instagram posts to virtually case their homes. from BBC News - Tec...Read More
The Last of Us on HBO: Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey join cast
The post-apocalyptic game is being brought to TV with some former Game of Thrones cast members from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3...Read More
Instagram bans Robert F Kennedy Jr over Covid vaccine posts
Robert F Kennedy Jr had his account removed "for repeatedly sharing debunked claims". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Pigs can play video games with their snouts, scientists find
Despite poor vision and a severe lack of thumbs, Hamlet and other pigs could learn to be gamers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
US airline set to buy flying electric taxis for airport runs
United Airlines plans to buy 200 of the aircraft to fly passengers to airports within the next five years. from BBC News - Technology http...Read More
The cinemas now hiring out their screens to gamers
With cinemas badly by Covid-19 restrictions they are looking for new revenue streams. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LIIbHM v...Read More
Trustpilot condemns legal action against reviewer
The website says it opposes any attempts to ‘silence consumers' freedom of speech’. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3p9j0eQ ...Read More
TikTok's Oracle-Walmart deal could be off
The Biden administration may be taking a softer line on Chinese tech giants say industry watchers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Bitcoin consumes 'more electricity than Argentina'
The rising value of Bitcoin leads to ever-higher energy consumption, researchers say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3a3pQOR v...Read More
Viral 'I'm not a cat' filter is decades-old software
The filter is not from Zoom itself but came pre-installed on Dell laptops. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3d2wff4 via IFTTT Read More
Facebook 'horrified' by online abuse of Premier League footballers
Facebook announces new measures to combat online abuse and says it is "horrified" such content exists on the platform. from BBC ...Read More
Cat filter: Texas lawyer on becoming 'internet sensation' after Zoom mishap
Lawyer Rod Ponton on becoming an "internet sensation" following a filter mishap during a court case. from BBC News - Technology ...Read More
Clubhouse: The controversial chats that angered China's censors
It's hard for Chinese citizens to discuss sensitive topics online, but the Clubhouse app let them - briefly. from BBC News - Technolog...Read More
Love Island star Luke M's post 'breached advertising rules', watchdog says
The advertising watchdog upheld a complaint about a video shared last year by the reality star. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Twitter's 'extraordinary year' sees record revenues
The messaging platform saw healthy growth for earnings and user numbers as online activity boomed. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Huawei boss hopes for better relations with US
The US currently blocks the sale of key technical components to Huawei on national security grounds. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Lawyer gets stuck with cat filter during virtual court case
A Texas lawyer discovered his face had been replaced by a cat video filter during a court session on Zoom from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
Fake Covid videos 'will cost lives'
Sima Kotecha follows the origins of a "dangerous" viral video about a false Covid-19 treatment. from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
Romance fraud on rise in coronavirus lockdown
Authorities warn about the scams criminals employ ahead of Valentine's Day. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OoU0DZ via IFT...Read More
Conversation apps: 'It's given me a lift in life'
The coronavirus lockdowns have been particularly isolating for many people who live alone. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2YYIU...Read More
Bitcoin investors: From buying a Bentley to losing it all
People who have invested in Bitcoin share their stories. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2YXJghX via IFTTT Read More
Facebook sued for 'losing control' of users’ data
The alleged data breach was revealed in the wake of the Cambridge Analytica scandal. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cSgZS1 vi...Read More
Data watchdog probes £6,200 chocolate splurge
The Information Commissioner's Office says it believes the purchase broke its rules. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3q8xk8M...Read More
Bitcoin sets fresh records after Elon Musk investment
The cryptocurrency gains strongly for a second day after Tesla bought $1.5bn of the currency. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2N...Read More
Man to pay £25,000 damages over negative TrustPilot review
The man left a negative review of a law firm, which then took legal action over his comment. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2YW...Read More
Cyberpunk 2077 makers CD Projekt hit by ransomware hack
The hackers claim to have obtained game source code. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3aNX2cj via IFTTT Read More
Jack Ma swaps drawings with fellow tech billionaire
The Alibaba founder and Japanese technology entrepreneur Masayoshi Son are close friends and share sketches. from BBC News - Technology ht...Read More
Chinese regulators throw spanner in Tesla's works
Elon Musk's electric vehicle firm has been summoned over quality and safety issues with its cars. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Covid-19: NHS app has told 1.7 million to self-isolate
Ministers believe the contact-tracing app has prevented 600,000 cases of the disease in England and Wales. from BBC News - Technology http...Read More
Hyundai: The carmaker aiming to become a tech firm
Hyundai is making a name for itself as an innovator, even though talks with Apple have fizzled out. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Hacker tries to poison water supply of Florida city
An attempt to raise the level of a corrosive chemical in the water of Oldsmar, Florida, is thwarted. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Molly Russell: Social media users 'at risk' over self-harm inquest delay
Fourteen-year-old Molly Russell killed herself after viewing graphic images on social media. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Oa...Read More
'Overtly sexual' cow blocked as Facebook ad
A gallery owner says photographs, including one of the England cricket team, have been rejected from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Clubhouse discussion app knocked offline in China
The uncensored audio chat app exploded in popularity in recent days - before it went offline Monday. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Elon Musk's Tesla buys $1.5bn of Bitcoin causing currency to spike
The crypto-currency jumped 14% as Tesla also said it could start accepting Bitcoin as payment. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3...Read More
YouTube robbery 'prank' ends in fatal shooting
A 20-year-old is shot dead allegedly taking part in a "prank" robbery being filmed for YouTube. from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
China’s tech giants face new anti-monopoly rules
Chinese e-commerce giants Alibaba and JD.com could face greater scrutiny from state regulators. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
How Wikipedia maintains its reputation for accuracy
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Tesco tells Chancellor to hit online rivals with sales tax
Boss Ken Murphy has asked Chancellor Rishi Sunak for a "level playing field" when it comes to tax. from BBC News - Technology ht...Read More
Online bullying: 'I've blocked nearly 10,000 abusive accounts'
Phoebe says she received 100 death threats in one day in 2020, and believes coronavirus is to blame. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Imlonely: How a YouTube music channel became a mental health hub
The Youtube channel that started as a musical diary but became a mental health hub. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cRrjcL via...Read More
Chinese users flock to Clubhouse amid soaring popularity
Chinese users have been joining Clubhouse to discuss Uighurs and Taiwan without being censored. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
The computers rejecting your job application
A growing number of firms are using artificial intelligence to pass or fail jobseekers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2MMIdyF ...Read More
Amazon 'paying less business rates than retailers'
Amazon has been accused of paying less business rates tax than British bricks and mortar retailers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Blur drummer David Rowntree: 'Music streaming hits songwriters and artists'
David Rowntree warned if streaming is not reformed it could be "terminal" for the music industry. from BBC News - Technology htt...Read More
Amazon: The rise and rise of the internet giant
As Jeff Bezos prepares to step aside from the e-commerce juggernaut, we look at Amazon's success in charts. from BBC News - Technology...Read More
FCA warning over 'risky' TikTok trading tips
Some TikTok creators have been giving investment advice in the wake of the GameStop frenzy. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2MHl...Read More
Upright buzzer aims to tackle lockdown slouching
The Upright buzzer vibrates when the wearer slouches, to encourage them to sit up straight. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/39VN...Read More
Can AI tackle racial inequalities in healthcare?
A study indicates AI can improve knee pain diagnosis of black patients, spotting signs doctors miss. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Encrochat: Secret network messages can be used in court, judges rule
Police say Encrochat, a secret communications network, was used by criminals to trade guns and drugs. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Covid-19: Facebook rejects businessman's jab advert
Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones wanted to raise awareness in the black and Asian communities about the Covid-19 jab. from BBC News - Technology htt...Read More
Scrapped GoldenEye 007 game 'remaster' leaks online
Fans of the classic N64 game have been hoping for a high-definition remake for decades. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/39RSHFM ...Read More
Spy planes grounded in US following privacy battle
The planes were being used by police to fight crime in Baltimore. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2MB5Ie4 via IFTTT Read More
Jackie Weaver: Handforth Parish Council meeting goes viral
Jackie Weaver tells the BBC most council meetings are "just not like that" after it gets two million views. from BBC News - Tech...Read More
Universal pulls its music from TikTok rival Triller
The record label says Triller has "shamefully withheld payments owed to our artists". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
How will 'chipageddon' affect you?
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Device could aid motorcyclists cornering and other news
BBC Click’s Paul Carter looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LqUI2s ...Read More
The race to create the world's next super-app
Chinese companies lead the way in super-apps but where is the next one coming from? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cH9hKd via...Read More
A robotic dog that can learn points to the future
A robotic dog that can cope with new scenarios is an important stop in artificial intelligence. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Dogecoin takes off after tip by Elon Musk
The currency has risen more than 800% in the year so far. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cFi5Ao via IFTTT Read More
Amazon faces spying claims over AI cameras in vans
The firm says the camera system improves safety but not all drivers are convinced. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2YMo12h via ...Read More
Nigerian separatist Nnamdi Kanu's Facebook account removed for hate speech
Nnamdi Kanu was accused of hate speech after he posted video of a militia attack on herders. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ji...Read More
Israeli hackers breach KKK-affiliated website
The hackers have published details about the white-supremacist group's members online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2YMwB...Read More
Dangerous products remain for sale on Wish
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Myanmar coup: Military blocks Facebook for sake of 'stability'
Facebook is being used as a platform for opposition to the military coup. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cCPxaC via IFTTT Read More
Capitol riots: Parler boss says he has been fired by the board
The "free speech-driven" social media platform has been largely offline since Capitol riots. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
eBay boosted by Christmas surge in online orders
eBay saw sales jump as shoppers turned to online shopping for Christmas presents during lockdown. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Chip shortage hits General Motors production
Multiple plants will be affected next week due to backlogs affecting the whole car industry. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rj...Read More
Amazon: Five things we know about new boss Andy Jassy
The executive will take over from Jeff Bezos later this year, but what's he like? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rqrTm9 v...Read More
Is high-speed rail travel on a track to nowhere?
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Broadband switching should be less 'hassle', says Ofcom
The regulator wants people to change provider more easily, but feels many people are put off switching. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
Call of Duty: Warzone 'enhances' its anti-cheat software
Publisher Activision has banned more than 60,000 accounts in one day for cheating on the video game. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Amazon: Meet Jeff Bezos's successor - Andy Jassy
Mr Jassy has been at Amazon for 23 years - and currently runs its profit-making web services business. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Social media filters on adverts should not 'mislead'
The Advertising Standards Authority ruling applies to UK brands and influencers on social media. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Covid: Tech helps doctors assess patients’ pain levels
Two Madrid hospitals are using tech to measure how much pain non-communicative patients are in. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Google owner Alphabet sees record growth as ad spend soars
Alphabet's revenues jump as advertisers unleash spending on Google during the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2MjV...Read More
Bebo chief reveals plan to take on Facebook and Twitter
Michael Birch sold Bebo for $850m in 2008, but now plans to revive it with a focus on profiles. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Solar energy empowers young women in Yemen
Ten women in Yemen’s Abs district have built and now run a solar microgrid. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36E3aCJ via IFTTT Read More
Big tech: I kept a data video diary
Technology reporter Zoe Kleinman keeps a video diary of the times she shares data with tech companies. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Jeff Bezos to step down as Amazon chief executive
The Amazon founder becomes executive chairman, a move he says will allow him to focus on other ventures. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
Boston Dynamics robo-dog Spot cleans, gardens and skips
Boston Dynamics shows off some of Spot's latest skills as it announces a new web-control facility. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Boston Dynamics' robot dog Spot gets long distance remote control
Previously an operator had to be within range with a tablet to command the four-legged robot. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2O...Read More
China bans children from using mobile phones at school
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Apple Face ID to work for mask wearers
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Viagogo must sell StubHub's non-US business
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Tesla recalls US vehicles over failing touchscreens
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Online gambling faces fresh restrictions
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Electric cars: Rollout of charging points still too slow
The charge-point infrastructure may not be ready for when new petrol and diesel cars are banned. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Covid: NHS Wales app users can apply for £500 self-isolation payment
Users will need to contact their council to access the £500 self-isolation support scheme. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cxpm...Read More
Sowon: K-pop star apologises over 'Nazi mannequin' image
Sowon from GFriend posted pictures cuddling a mannequin wearing Nazi clothing on her Instagram. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Myanmar coup: How the military disrupted the internet
As the military took power, internet access was restricted in many parts of the country, but how was it done? from BBC News - Technology h...Read More
Farmers protest: Twitter restores blocked Indian accounts
The accounts were all linked to a continuing farmers' protest against agricultural reform laws. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Covid: India launches online memorial to commemorate pandemic victims
India has reported more than 154,000 Covid-19 deaths, but infections have dropped sharply. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2YDN5...Read More
Crew in a Box: A plug-and-play studio kit
The remotely controlled system includes camera, teleprompter, microphones and a light panel. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/39G...Read More
The tough little bottles crucial to fighting Covid
Vials made of extremely tough glass are being made by the million to hold Covid vaccines. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NOyms...Read More
Gamer Vikkstar quits Call of Duty Warzone over cheating
The popular video game streamer said Activision's battle royale title was "saturated with hackers". from BBC News - Technolo...Read More
Elon Musk grills Robinhood boss over GameStop row on Clubhouse
The Tesla and SpaceX boss also spoke about Bitcoin, Mars and brain implants. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/39A5CvQ via IFTTT ...Read More
Stardust 1.0: Launch of first commercial launch of biofuel rocket
After several delays, Stardust 1.0 becomes the first rocket powered by bio-derived fuel. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3py3YAx...Read More
Nintendo Switch sales surge past those of the 3DS
The Japanese firm's latest console has sold about four million more units than its predecessor. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Duke of Cambridge: Football Association president calls for racist abuse of footballers to stop
The Duke of Cambridge calls for racist abuse aimed at footballers to stop, calling it "despicable". from BBC News - Technology h...Read More
Man Utd's Marcus Rashford racially abused on social media
Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford says he was subjected to "humanity and social media at its worst" after receiving racist...Read More
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