Amazon v the union: The vote the online giant fears
The result of a vote in an Alabama warehouse could have ramifications for Amazon workers around the US. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
Palantir: NHS says future deals 'will be transparent'
It follows a lawsuit accusing the NHS of “sneaking through” a £23m contract with Palantir. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3m9wO...Read More
Huawei’s business damaged by US sanctions despite success at home
The Chinese company's 2020 results show a sharp hit to its mobile business in the wake of the US action. from BBC News - Technology ht...Read More
Facebook tweaks its news feed with new controls
Permission to comment and an easier way to see a chronological feed are both in the works. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cF3O...Read More
Deliveroo shares drop 30% on stock market debut
Deliveroo shares open well below expected price after big investors' attitude to company soured. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
VW rebrand turns out to be April Fool's joke
The carmaker will not change its name to "Voltswagen" in the US despite earlier saying it would. from BBC News - Technology http...Read More
Mafia fugitive caught after posting cooking show on YouTube
The Italian gangster had tried to hide his face but was identified by his distinctive tattoos. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3...Read More
Scalping: The teens making thousands selling consoles online
If you've been struggling to buy a new PlayStation or Xbox, this might be the reason why. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3u...Read More
Google Maps to start showing eco-friendly routes
The driving app will highlight journeys with lowest emissions based on factors such as traffic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Gambling apps: a super casino in your pocket
There are concerns over the way that gambling companies use the data collected on their customers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Schoolmates Ollie and Jacob on TikTok fame
Ollie and his best mate, Jacob, have become the comedy duo everyone's talking about on TikTok. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
'Fake' Amazon workers defend company on Twitter
It comes after Amazon's official accounts hit back at criticism of the company. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dneo0O via...Read More
Police bust 'world's biggest' video-game-cheat operation
Chinese police seize a collection of luxury sports cars in the raid. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31zkhm9 via IFTTT Read More
Child tweets gibberish from US nuclear-agency account
The tweet “;l;;gmlxzssaw", posted to US Strategic Command's Twitter account, causes confusion. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
'We have your porn collection': The rise of Extortionware
Hacked firm's IT Manager named and shamed by hackers in extortion technique. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rx0T3P via IF...Read More
Wales election: Fears over 'anonymous' social media adverts
Campaigners say the Welsh government has "missed an opportunity" to update election laws. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
How bees and drones team up to find landmines
Drones are being used to track bees that have been trained to sense chemicals in landmines. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fqq...Read More
Thierry Henry: 'It's not OK to get abused online'
Thierry Henry tells BBC Newsnight about his decision to remove himself from social media, saying that "it is time to take a stand"...Read More
Legal challenge over the government using Whatsapp
The campaigners behind the challenge say deleted messages pose a risk to transparency. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3w7qJip ...Read More
School cyber-attack affects 40,000 pupils’ email
The Harris Federation, which runs 50 academies in and around London, was hit by a ransomware attack. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
NHS uses AI scan to detect hidden heart disease
The technology will help doctors warn patients years before a heart attack strikes. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31sn0Oa via...Read More
Biden administration threatens tariffs on UK goods in 'tech tax' row
Ceramics, make-up and furniture could be hit amid a row over a new UK tax on tech firms. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cwv3Qv...Read More
Facebook undersea cable to boost South East Asia internet
The two new cables will connect Singapore, Indonesia and North America. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fsd0gb via IFTTT Read More
Deliveroo flotation price to be at bottom of target range
The food delivery business says it is pricing shares "responsibly" amid “volatile” market conditions. from BBC News - Technology...Read More
Access to rural-broadband funding plagued by delays
Applications are stuck in limbo as the deadline for valuable broadband vouchers looms. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rxLHDN ...Read More
China's answer to YouTube slumps on market debut
Shares of Bilibili opened 2.2% below their issue price before slipping further in early trade from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3c...Read More
'Delete abusers' accounts but educate them' - former Wales striker Rob Earnshaw
Former Wales striker Rob Earnshaw says deleting the social media accounts of abusers must also go hand in hand with educating them. from B...Read More
'It is so easy to choose what voluntary work to do'
Charities are turning to technology to help them attract more volunteers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rClIuY via IFTTT Read More
Union creates hotline for disgruntled Amazon staff
Unite urges workers to come forward to voice complaints about hours, pay, targets and breaks. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31...Read More
AI: Ghost workers demand to be seen and heard
Workers who label content and help computers understand language want their own voices to be heard. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Facebook freezes Maduro's page over Covid claim
Venezuela's president will not be able to post for 30 days for disinformation over a herbal remedy. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
Phone companies 'must do more' to stop fraud calls
A senior law enforcement officer says the UK needs "a step change" in its response to fraud. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Zack Snyder’s Justice League: The visual effects challenges
Two Weta Digital experts explain how they updated the characters' look. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3u0GaHe via IFTTT Read More
Body-editing apps on TikTok ‘trigger eating disorders’
Technology firms have been warned to consider the impact of such apps on vulnerable people. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3w0x...Read More
David Dobrik: YouTube demonetises prank video star's channels
The prank video star has apologised for his involvement in an allegation of sexual assault. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31kU...Read More
Covid vaccine: Social media urged to remove 'disinfo dozen'
Twelve people who spread the majority of vaccine disinformation should be removed, US lawmaker says. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Petlog 'misplaces' pet owners' details in database 'cock-up'
A website that matches chipped cats and dogs to their owners has lost customer data. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3d4JxpQ vi...Read More
Covid: Bournemouth drones to help fight post-lockdown litter surge
"Exceptional" visitor numbers are expected at Bournemouth beach this summer, a council says. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Microrobots treat mouse brain tumours and other tech news
Jen Copestake looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3sCIYKg via IFTTT ...Read More
Learning to code 'will seriously change your life'
Software developers are in high demand and well paid, but how do you break into the industry? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2P...Read More
Bafta Games Awards 2021: Hades takes Best Game
The Ancient Greek action adventure won big on the night with five awards in total. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/39fZok6 via ...Read More
Google, Facebook Twitter grilled in US on fake news
Politicians want greater regulation while social media bosses say they are doing enough. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3d0RgVW...Read More
Facial recognition beats the Covid-mask challenge
As people all over the world mask up, how has the facial-recognition industry coped? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3soK8ZT vi...Read More
Bafta Games Awards 2021: Why they're such a big deal
"To be nominated for five BAFTAs is pretty absurd" from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/39cuucH via IFTTT Read More
New Alan Turing £50 note design is revealed
The banknote will enter circulation on 23 June - Alan Turing's birthday - and will be made of polymer. from BBC News - Technology http...Read More
China's Tencent revenues surge thanks to gaming boom
The Chinese technology giant has also seen a big rise in international sales as it expands overseas. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Big investors shun Deliveroo over workers' rights
Two of the UK's biggest investors won't invest in the delivery firm over concerns about workers' rights. from BBC News - Techn...Read More
Intel chief wants to make chips for Apple and other rivals
The chip-maker is to create a new business focused on serving third-party clients. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2PlKh1D via ...Read More
Twitter: Buyer defends paying $2.9m for 'Mona Lisa' of tweets
Malaysian tycoon says Twitter founder Jack Dorsey's first ever tweet is "a piece of human history". from BBC News - Technolo...Read More
AI at work: Staff 'hired and fired by algorithm'
The TUC is calling for fresh legal protections to cover artificial intelligence in the workplace. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Apple Music 'saylists' to help with speech issues
The project, from Warner Music, aims to use lyrics to help young people learn tricky sounds. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ch...Read More
Facebook removes accounts of 'China-based hackers' targeting Uighurs
The social media company says journalists and activists living abroad were being targeted. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3smrS...Read More
Citigroup launches Zoom-free Fridays to ease pandemic 'fatigue'
The bank's CEO unveils new working practices to ease "the relentlessness of the pandemic workday". from BBC News - Technolog...Read More
Intel chief Pat Gelsinger: Too many chips made in Asia
The firm now aims to supply others with processors made in factories based in the US and Europe. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
One in three spot hate speech in online videos
Research suggests that a third of people have seen online hate videos in the last three months. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
University of Northampton hit by cyber-attack
The University of Northampton says it is still working to recover from the attack a week ago. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3l...Read More
Burberry designs skins for Honor of Kings characters
It is part of the British fashion house’s collaboration with Chinese technology giant Tencent. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2...Read More
Tesla cars can be bought in Bitcoin
Elon Musk announced his company would accept the virtual currency as payment for a new car. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/39ao...Read More
Will NFTs open up new opportunities for digital artists?
Digital-only artwork is being “tokenised” and sold for millions, Lara Lewington finds out more. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Covid: DoorDash delivers at-home test kits
The food delivery service is bringing test kits to homes in select US cities. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rkbTS2 via IFTTT...Read More
Child abuse: Warning of siblings being groomed online
The rise of livestreaming platforms is making it easier for paedophiles to target children, experts say. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
China's biggest car brand to launch rival to Tesla
Geely's new upmarket electric car brand Zeekr comes as Elon Musk goes on the charm offensive in China. from BBC News - Technology http...Read More
GameStop sales struggle after trading frenzy
GameStop provides its first financial update since it became the subject of a trading frenzy. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2O...Read More
Covid fraud: £34.5m stolen in pandemic scams
More than 400,000 frauds and other cyber-crimes have been reported to police during the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
YouTube drug-taking, sweary rap ad banned by ASA
The video, which appeared on YouTube, is banned for breaking rules on offensive content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Pm85Cu...Read More
Police raid home of vaccine text fraudster
More than 6,000 cases of Covid-related fraud and cyber-crime have been recorded by the UK's police forces during the pandemic. from BB...Read More
YouTube will recommend products shown in videos
The feature - which generates a list of items - is currently being tested in the US. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/398Wo9k vi...Read More
Google fixes crashing Android app issues
The problem was caused by an update to the system that allows apps to display web content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3f7xG...Read More
Jack Dorsey's first ever tweet sells for $2.9m
The Twitter founder will donate the money to charity after it was bought by a Malaysia-based businessman. from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
Warner Music teams up with Tencent to crack China
The US record label says the deal with China's tech giant will help make its artists "impossible to ignore". from BBC News -...Read More
Covid-19: Vaccines and vaccine passports being sold on darknet
Researchers say criminals are taking advantage of desperate people looking for a way out of lockdown from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Making honey without bees and milk without cows
Firms are using fermentation to produce honey and milk and say they can match the taste of the real thing. from BBC News - Technology http...Read More
Factory blaze adds to computer chip supply crisis
The Renesas fire is set to make it even more difficult for car-makers to buy the chips they need. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
YouTuber David Dobrik quits app after rape video claim
Several high-profile sponsors have also withdrawn their support for the influencer. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3c7lrvp via...Read More
Facebook VR wristband powered via 'brain signals'
As the technology company expands its virtual-reality tools, experts warn of potential privacy implications. from BBC News - Technology ht...Read More
Kitboga: How AI is helping me waste scammers’ time
Twitch streamer, Kitboga, says he wanted to stop con artists trying to steal from people. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3c74II...Read More
Police warn students to avoid science website
Universities are urged to block a science research website, which police say could put data at risk. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
UK 'heading towards digital skills shortage disaster'
Demand for AI, robotics and cloud skills is up amid news young people are shunning IT skill courses. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
'I’ll buy five items and only keep one of them'
With online returns soaring during the pandemic, tech firms are helping retailers deal with the rise. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Donald Trump plans social media comeback, says adviser
The ex-US president, banned by Twitter and Facebook, will launch "his own platform", an aide says. from BBC News - Technology ht...Read More
New Royal Navy ship to protect 'critical' undersea cables
UK intelligence recently warned of Russian submarines "aggressively operating" near Atlantic cables. from BBC News - Technology ...Read More
Elon Musk denies Tesla cars are used for spying in China
The electric carmaker boss addresses reports of security concerns raised by China's military. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Russian pleads guilty to Tesla ransomware plot
He allegedly offered an employee $1m (£721,000) to install ransomware at a Nevada battery plant. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Why did Alibaba's Jack Ma disappear for three months?
Alibaba's Jack Ma appeared to fall out of favour after criticising China's regulators. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3...Read More
NHS boss's Twitter accounts hacked by PS5 scammers
The scammers took over the accounts and used them to pretend to sell PlayStation 5 consoles. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3f0...Read More
SLS: Successful test for world's most powerful rocket
Engineers have carried out a major engine test of Nasa's Space Launch System. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30W8qhQ via I...Read More
Robots get realistic robo-skins and other tech news
LJ Rich looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/38WkRP7 via IFTTT Read More
Oscars 2021: Nominees told Zoom attendance not an option
Producers say great efforts have been made to make the show safe to attend in person. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OL57aE v...Read More
Gigabit broadband: First areas to benefit announced
Government announces first stages of plans to get superfast broadband to the majority of UK homes. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
The 'insane' money in trading collectible cards
Prices of collectible cards are soaring and new digital products are entering the market. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3c06ew...Read More
Peloton: Child killed in 'tragic' treadmill accident
Boss of the hugely-popular home fitness equipment firm warns parents to keep children away from its machines. from BBC News - Technology h...Read More
Southampton's e-scooter hire scheme trial begins
The e-scooters are available for hire in the city via a smartphone app for 14p per minute. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3r6ms...Read More
Super Nintendo World opens in Japan after Covid delays
The theme park features iconic characters like Mario as well as rides based on games. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OOwTmP v...Read More
Grants to buy electric cars to be cut to £2,500
A government decision to reduce subsidies 'sends the wrong message', says the motor industry. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
US ratchets up pressure on Chinese telecom firms
Three firms face a possible ban from US for being "aligned to Communist China" regulators claim. from BBC News - Technology http...Read More
Australia: Sex consent app proposal sparks backlash
Critics say the suggestion by a police commissioner is impractical, short-sighted and open to abuse. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Chinese tycoon abruptly quits tech giant he founded
Colin Huang steps down as chairman of Pinduoduo as it becomes China's biggest shopping platform. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Openreach price rules aim to boost full-fibre net rollout
Regulator Ofcom will not cap Openreach's fees for full-fibre connections for at least 10 years. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
GameStop: Reddit users investing in gorilla conservation
WallStreetBets users flooded a conservation organisation with donations. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bWBdsZ via IFTTT Read More
UAE to test cloud-busting drones to boost rainfall
Scientists from the UK aim to give clouds a nudge to help a region desperate for more water. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lq...Read More
Chip shortage: Samsung warns Galaxy Note may be delayed
There is a "serious imbalance" in the supply and demand of chips, the co-chief executive says. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
5G auction to boost mobile speed and coverage
The airwaves sell-off raised £1.3bn for the UK government. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3tuPtz3 via IFTTT Read More
Teen 'mastermind' pleads guilty to celeb Twitter hack
Kim Kardashian West, Elon Musk, Bill Gates and Barack Obama were all targeted in the attack. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qU...Read More
Crime: Thieves, robbers and burglars to be fitted with GPS tags
Police will be able to cross-reference data with crime reports to see if offenders were in the area. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
China's latest online skinny fad sparks concern
Observers say online skinny fads stem from an obsession among some Chinese women with being thin. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Mental health and scams: 'I'd have paid anything to make me feel better'
A charity calls for protection against online scams, as one victim tells of how she was pressurised to pay. from BBC News - Technology htt...Read More
Bitcoin ad banned for 'misleading pensioners'
The ad targeted individuals who were unlikely to know the risks involved, a watchdog's ruling said. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
Museum Alive: App brings a dinosaur to your living room
The augmented reality app, Museum Alive, allows users to experience a prehistoric world up close. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Uber to pay drivers a minimum wage, holiday pay and pensions
Taxi app's decision follows court ruling that drivers should be classed as workers, not self-employed. from BBC News - Technology http...Read More
Intel buys time with 'retrofit' Rocket Lake desktop PC chips
Firm re-engineers laptop chip designs to work with old transistor tech to get performance gains. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Google Play store to cut fees for Android app developers
App-makers will be charged a 15% cut of their first $1m of sales rather than the current 30%. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3q...Read More
Google Nest 2 home device tracks body activity in bed
The new features have been criticised for collecting data when users are "most vulnerable". from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Instagram cracks down on adults messaging teens
Older users will be able to privately message teenagers who follow them only. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NlvwLw via IFTTT...Read More
Nokia to cut up to 10,000 jobs worldwide
The Finnish telecoms giant is shifting investment into 5G and cloud computing research. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qRos76 ...Read More
Bitcoin: Fake Elon Musk giveaway scam 'cost man £400,000'
A German man lost 10 Bitcoin to so-called giveaway scammers on Twitter and experts say scams are rising. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
Tinder to introduce in-app background checks
One of the world's most popular dating apps will add the paid service later this year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3czjc...Read More
Facebook to pay News Corp for content in Australia
The "landmark" deal comes after Australia passed a world-first law targeting Facebook and Google. from BBC News - Technology htt...Read More
China's tech giants fall under regulator's pressure
Tencent saw $62bn wiped off its valuation while Alibaba may have to sell some of its media assets. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Online abuse: 'I found out my husband had indecent images'
People are urged to look out for signs family members are viewing illegal images online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OUgdtU...Read More
So you want a career in building computer games?
A career in computer games can be rewarding but tough to get into. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qQma8g via IFTTT Read More
Everyone’s Invited: Children recount 'rape culture' experiences
More than 4,000 people have submitted their experiences to an online platform. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/38EAZ7x via IFTT...Read More
Nurseries sent first official cyber-attack warning
Carers of young children are told to toughen online security by GCHQ's cyber-security agency. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Elon Musk changes job title to 'Technoking of Tesla'
The firm's chief financial officer has been awarded the title "Master of Coin". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3q...Read More
Mother 'used deepfake to frame cheerleading rivals'
A US mother allegedly went to extreme lengths to help her daughter's cheerleading career. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3e...Read More
Microsoft Mesh: Will it change how we collaborate?
The mixed reality platform can be used on the Hololens 2, computers, VR headsets and smartphones. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
'Interest in e-sports will only grow and grow'
The global e-sports sector is expected to see revenues of more than $1bn in 2021. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3tiGfWn via I...Read More
Covid-19: British Airways plans app-based travel pass
People who have had both jabs will be able to register their status on BA's smartphone app. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
Bitcoin surges past $60,000 for first time
The volatile cryptocurrency extends its record-breaking run to reach a new high. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OxIeaB via IF...Read More
India: How eating online is bringing women money - and freedom
Some Indian women are taking advantage of the popularity of online eating shows to become financially independent. from BBC News - Technol...Read More
Video game movies: Are they really that bad?
BBC Sounds Podcast Press X to Continue looks at the best and worst adaptations. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cspGR3 via IFT...Read More
Phone scammers: 'Give me £1,000 to stop calling you'
The rise of scam calls seems relentless - but can anything be done about them? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rN2aoi via IFTT...Read More
Why the GameStop story is far from over
Huge swings in the share price show amateur investors are still taking on Wall Street. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bIMZqJ ...Read More
Scientists unlock mysteries of world's oldest 'computer'
The 2,000-year-old mechanism has baffled experts since it was discovered on a shipwreck in 1901. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Microsoft hack: 3,000 UK email servers remain unsecured
The UK's National Cyber Security Centre warns that more than 3,000 servers have not been secured. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
Women's safety: Smartphone tips shared online
Tips include ways to call the emergency services quickly and activate temporary location sharing. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
YouTube deletes 30,000 vaccine misinfo videos
The platform says it has taken down 30,000 videos since its ban on false vaccine claims in October. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Grand Theft Auto: Rockstar Leeds founder Gordon Hall dies aged 51
Colleagues praise Gordon Hall, who led Rockstar Leeds in making handheld versions of the hit game. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
What are NFTs and why are they worth millions?
Artwork is being "tokenised" and sold online for millions of dollars - but will the bubble burst? from BBC News - Technology htt...Read More
Will digital trading cards replace physical ones?
Blockchain based non-fungible tokens are seeing a boom in the sale and trade of digital-only items. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
AI robot paints with aesthetic values and other tech news
LJ Rich looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qI4L1z via IFTTT Read More
Netflix considers crackdown on password sharing
The streaming platform is requiring some users to verify they're authorised to access the account. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
The drone's-eye view of a bowling alley that went viral
A one-shot drone tour of a Minneapolis establishment has been celebrated for its production genius. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
'I play digital music through my 1949 radio'
People share some of their collections of vintage technology and explain why it is still useful. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Uber and Lyft to swap data on banned drivers
The two taxi apps have faced scrutiny for how they handle incidents of sexual assault and other safety issues. from BBC News - Technology ...Read More
Beeple's NFT digital art nets £50m at Christie's auction
The digital-only artist is now among the top three most valuable living artists. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vdPPf2 via IF...Read More
Exchange email hack: Hundreds of UK firms compromised
Hackers linked to China have found footholds inside hundreds of companies after a mass hack. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2PU...Read More
Google denies data centre fire caused Russia outage
The issue was an "upstream networking" problem completely unrelated to the fire, it tells the BBC. from BBC News - Technology ht...Read More
Home Office tests web-spying powers with help of UK internet firms
A Home Office trial with two UK internet providers has logged user activity on websites. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OmN7TV...Read More
Roblox: David Baszucki worth $4.6bn as shares soar
First day's trading sees David Baszucki's firm now worth more than some of the biggest gaming firms. from BBC News - Technology ht...Read More
Abuse suspect arrested during Zoom hearing
The defendant was found to be in his alleged victim's apartment during the proceedings from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qDsW...Read More
YouTube electric shock dog collar videos spark anger
Pet owners should seek professional advice rather than following these videos, the Blue Cross says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Facebook asks judge to throw out FTC anti-trust lawsuit
The charges allege Facebook bought up its rivals to maintain a monopoly. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rwaEA9 via IFTTT Read More
Audio cassette tape inventor Lou Ottens dies aged 94
The Dutch engineer's invention transformed the way people listened to music in the 20th century. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Covid: White hat bounty hackers become millionaires
Remote working and lockdowns help more "white hat" hackers earn money by reporting software bugs. from BBC News - Technology htt...Read More
Russia blames Google outage on data centre fire
The fire in the French city of Strasbourg destroyed one data centre and damaged another. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3l1Ixq9...Read More
Lego 'to hire hundreds' more in UK in digital drive
The toy giant sees best sales in five years as lockdown spurs growth in Lego sets for families. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
University of Central Lancashire among three hit by cyber-attacks
The attack at the Preston university is among three being probed by cyber security investigators. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Roblox: How the children's game became a $30bn bet on the Metaverse
The gaming company, which has just floated on Wall Street, has plans to inhabit a wider world. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3...Read More
Russia targets Twitter speed over 'banned content'
President Putin has criticised social media companies and Twitter is popular with opposition activists. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
Digital clothes: Could it make fashion more sustainable?
Some fashion companies are creating virtual clothes to reduce their environmental footprint. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Oi...Read More
'Right to repair' law to come in this summer
Manufacturers will be obliged to make spare parts for appliances available to consumers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30v72Cs...Read More
Money launderers 'prey on generation Covid'
Promises via social media to make "quick cash" are attracting those struggling for work, banks say. from BBC News - Technology h...Read More
Stolen naked images traded in cities around the world
Explicit images of thousands of women are being stolen and traded online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3clPQoN via IFTTT Read More
Tracy Beaker: Actress Dani Harmer trolled online with 'fat' comments
Tracy Beaker actress Dani Harmer says cruel comments have left her anxious about social media. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3...Read More
Security firm probes hack of '150,000 cameras'
Bloomberg reports the hack exposed camera feeds showing the insides of offices, hospitals and businesses. from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
Online abuse turns women away from public life, says Arlene Foster
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Online dating: How to pimp your dating profile
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EU seeks to supercharge computer chip production
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Banksy art burned, destroyed and sold as token in 'money-making stunt'
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Microsoft-led team retracts quantum 'breakthrough'
The team believed they had found evidence of particles useful to developing quantum computing. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3...Read More
Grace Victory: YouTuber with Covid-19 'awake and baby thriving'
Grace Victory was in an induced coma after giving birth to her first child on Christmas Eve. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3v3...Read More
Shops return to rural Sweden but are now staff-free
In Sweden shops with no staff are popular in rural locations that have lost their local shops. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2...Read More
Zoom founder Eric Yuan transfers $6bn of his shares
His personal wealth soared as the video conferencing platform became a household name during the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology http...Read More
UK businesses caught buying five-star Google reviews
Consumer group Which? staged a sting operation to investigate fake Google reviews in the UK. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2MX...Read More
Google HR 'suggested medical leave' for racism victims
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Instagram photos help Facebook AI 'teach itself'
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Isle of Wight drone NHS-supply trials resume
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European Banking Authority hit by Microsoft Exchange hack
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Smart glasses help to find your makeup pallet
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China says manufacturing 'greatness' still 30 years away
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'Deepfake is the future of content creation'
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Deliveroo to hand riders up to £10,000 in UK float
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Microsoft hack: White House warns of 'active threat' of email attack
The tech giant says a state-sponsored group operating out of China is breaching email servers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3...Read More
Jack Dorsey: Bids reach $2m for Twitter co-founder's first post
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Why popular YouTubers are building their own sites
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John McAfee charged with fraud over cryptocurrency
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Myanmar coup: YouTube removes channels run by army amid violence
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Valve abandons Artifact card game despite promised reboot
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Oppo's expanding phone can grow and shrink on demand
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Insect-like flying drones and other technology news
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Data experts are becoming football's best signings
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Facebook rainforest ads: Inquiry ordered into Amazon land sales
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YouTube to lift Trump ban if violence threat falls, says CEO
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'Racist' Welsh YouTube channel removed
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Amazon opens till-less grocery store in London
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Alec Baldwin deactivates Twitter account over 'switching accents' joke
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Deliveroo unveils plans for '$7bn' London listing
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What is Elon Musk's Starship?
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Call of Duty patch brings 'biggest download day on record'
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Apple investigated over 'unfair' App Store claims
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SpaceX: Starship lands safely... then explodes
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Drones could help find tidal energy sites
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Twin sisters worth millions thanks to female gamers
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Beattie Communications chairman resigns over social media post
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Amazon Fresh till-less grocery store opens in London
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Reddit chief: I was late to spot GameStop stock mania
Steve Huffman says he supported the aims of a Reddit group taking on the hedge funds. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/387Wpdj v...Read More
Netflix boss: Film fans want joint release dates for cinema and streaming
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Minecraft: Bishop of Ely joins game for Gospel teachings
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Google promises to drop personalised ad tracking
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Parler drops Amazon web-hosting legal challenge
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Fall Guys bought by Fortnite maker Epic Games
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Amazon changes app logo that 'resembles Adolf Hitler'
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NFT blockchain drives surge in digital art auctions
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Microsoft accuses China over email cyber-attacks
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The 'LitterCam' that's watching you
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Molly-Mae Hague's Instagram giveaway broke prize draw rules
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Will audio-only apps change our use of social networks?
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How can we make washing machines last?
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Contraception app Natural Cycles swipes at new rival from Clue
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Twitch backtracks after outcry for using 'gender neutral' term 'womxn'
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Anti-Covid vaccine tweets face five-strikes ban policy
Twitter warns users who post Covid vaccine-related misinformation that they face permanent bans. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
City scraps influencer plan for George Floyd murder trial
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Last of Us 2 leads Bafta Games Awards nominations
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Are in-app purchases ruining mobile video games?
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Volvo Cars bets on electric vehicles
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'Fake accounts used my pictures to sell sex'
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Fortnite: From piano player to pro gamer - aged just eight
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Zoom sees more growth after 'unprecedented' 2020
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Biden urged to back AI weapons to counter China and Russia threats
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'Drunk' robot vacuums spark complaints from owners
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Recipeasly: Food website removed after blogger backlash
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Drivers locked out of their cars at Royston Tesco
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