Texas: Supreme Court blocks state's 'de-platforming' law
The Republican-led state had banned social media companies from censoring users based on their "views". from BBC News - Technolo...Read More
Ofcom: Tech firms must do more to protect women online
A study of the UK's online media habits finds women are more likely to be affected by online abuse. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
French officials told to abandon gaming Anglicisms
Use “jeu video de competition” instead of "e-sports", language watchdog the Académie Française says. from BBC News - Technology ...Read More
Report blasts "manipulative" video game loot boxes
Consumer groups from 18 countries in Europe are calling for governments to clamp down on loot boxes. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Rape victims should not be treated as suspects, says data watchdog
The information commissioner says victims are treated as suspects, and wants excessive requests to end. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
What is Google's new skin tone scale?
Google has introduced a new skin tone scale - what is it and why does it matter? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/AcHVKMJ via IF...Read More
Cinemas now accepting Yoti digital ID
Young cinemagoers can now prove their age using the Yoti app instead of taking ID documents with them. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Twitter fined $150m in US for selling users' data
Federal investigators say the social media company broke rules on giving personal data to advertisers. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Twitter investors sue Elon Musk and platform over takeover bid
The lawsuit alleges the multi-billionaire's "wrongful conduct" has caused Twitter shares to plunge. from BBC News - Technolo...Read More
Jessica Ennis-Hill: Why I now train around my period
Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill launches an app giving women exercises according to their menstrual cycle. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Google probed by competition watchdog over ad dominance
The Competition and Markets Authority launches an investigation into Google's advertising practices. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
Tether device aims to detect risky routes for cyclists
The Tether box collects data of cars passing too close to cyclists, creating a map of hazardous areas. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Facebook owner Meta updates its privacy policy
But the company says the changes don’t allow Meta to collect, use or share your data in new ways from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Newport Wafer Fab: Chinese buyout of UK's biggest chip plant to be reviewed
The UK government says it will make a national security assessment of the sale of Newport Wafer Fab. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Dyson working on home robots
The company is setting up a major robotics research centre in the UK. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/p2qz0i5 via IFTTT Read More
Robot developed that’s smaller than a flea
Researchers at Northwestern University in the United States have created robots less than 1mm big. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Female avatar sexually assaulted in Meta VR platform, campaigners say
Campaigners join calls by some Meta shareholders for an assessment of on potential harms users face. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Cryptocrash: ‘I was arrested for knocking on Luna boss's door'
A man says he lost millions, and then was arrested for trying to talk to crypto boss Do Kwon. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/ou...Read More
Airbnb to quit China as lockdowns restrict tourism
Stays in China made up only 1% of Airbnb's revenue for the last few years, a source said. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/YC...Read More
Could hydrogen ease Germany's reliance on Russian gas?
Why hydrogen might be one route for Germany to move away from dependence on Russian imports. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/AKL...Read More
Clearview AI fined in UK for illegally storing facial images
The facial recognition database firm must pay more than £7.5m and delete data it holds of UK residents. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
The sci-fi technology tackling malarial mosquitos
Gene drive development makes a genetically modified gene that spreads widely within populations. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
WhatsApp to launch customer-business chat feature
Cloud-based software will offer more personalised business using the popular messaging app. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/r1kQ...Read More
Cyber security: Global food supply chain at risk from malicious hackers
The growth of "smart" farm machinery is increasing the risk of hacking of food and farming systems. from BBC News - Technology h...Read More
Canada to ban China's Huawei and ZTE from its 5G networks
The UK, US, Australia and New Zealand have also barred the Chinese telecoms equipment makers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/vx...Read More
Twitter steps up Ukraine misinformation fight
The social media platform says it will put false claims from official accounts behind warning notices. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Subsea internet cables could help detect earthquakes
Optical-fibre cables could spot tsunamis or the effect of climate change on currents, researchers say. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Buffalo shooting: NY probes 'bone-chilling' social media role
Prosecutors will ask whether social platforms were "used to stream, promote, or plan" the murders. from BBC News - Technology ht...Read More
President Rodrigo Chaves says Costa Rica is at war with Conti hackers
The Conti cartel, which is thought to be run from Russia, has upped its ransom demand to $20m (£16m). from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
How Gen Z is hooked on cryptocurrency and NFTs
A growing number of young people are getting into crypto trading - despite the risks. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/yIT018Y v...Read More
Netflix cuts 150 US-based jobs after losing subscribers
The US streaming giant is forced to lay off staff to minimise cost of viewers quitting the service. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Social platforms' Buffalo shooting response called inadequate
Campaigners accuse technology companies of failing to block and remove content posted by the attacker. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Elon Musk warns Twitter deal stuck without fake account proof
The deal to buy Twitter can't "move forward" without proof of spam account numbers, Mr Musk says. from BBC News - Technology...Read More
New app to help spot online spies
MI5 backs a new app to help people spot online approaches by foreign spies in disguise. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/PZe84Ry ...Read More
US warns over risk of hiring North Korea IT workers
The remote workers allegedly aim to help fund Pyongyang's advanced weapons programmes. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/julfw...Read More
Will swapping out electric car batteries catch on?
One Chinese carmaker has plans for thousands of stations in Europe where you can switch batteries. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Twitter boss hits back on Musk doubts over fake accounts
Chief executive Parag Agrawal says the firm is confident that less than 5% of users are spam accounts. from BBC News - Technology https://...Read More
Europeans' data shared 376 times daily in advertising sales, report says
A new report, based on industry figures, shows how often web users' data is shared during ad sales. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
Meta being sued by ex-Facebook content moderator
The man worked in Kenya, and says he was paid under £2 an hour to review posts including beheadings. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
'I've got bass in a backpack': VR revives 1989 rave culture
The In Pursuit of Repetitive Beats exhibition shows visitors what the acid-house scene was like. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
The new jet set - why private plane usage has soared
The pandemic led to more people using private jets, but is the increase set to continue? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/zWBI9dX...Read More
Asteroid mining: Helping to meet Earth's natural resource demands
With Earth's natural resources running out, people are looking to mineral-rich asteroids to meet demand. from BBC News - Technology ht...Read More
Elon Musk puts Twitter deal on hold over fake account details
The billionaire tweeted that he wanted to see more information on spam and fake accounts. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/7GciEK...Read More
Two Twitter bosses ousted ahead of Elon Musk $44bn takeover
One of the senior executives was on parental leave when he learned he was out of a job. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/EuLRgrn ...Read More
Crypto crash: Stablecoin collapse sends tokens tumbling
The sudden demise of TerraUSD sends other crypto-coins into a downward spiral. from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/techn...Read More
Apple iPod creator warns the metaverse will encourage trolls
Tony Fadell says the virtual reality world risks damaging human interaction and creating toxicity. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Royal Mail wants fleet of 500 drones to carry mail to remote UK communities
Fifty drone routes could bring mail to remote communities such as the Hebrides and Isles of Scilly. from BBC News - Technology https://ift...Read More
Apple loses position as most valuable firm amid tech sell-off
Saudi Arabian energy giant Aramco has taken the top spot amid a broad sell-off of technology stocks. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Ukraine war: Don’t underestimate Russia cyber-threat, warns US
A senior intelligence official says a cyber-war raging over Ukraine could escalate further. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/ZVP4...Read More
Google unveils new Pixel Watch
The firm's first own-brand watch combines Google's operating system and Fitbit health tracking tech. from BBC News - Technology ht...Read More
Fifa: EA Sports to break away from football body
Electronic Arts will instead produce new football games under the banner EA Sports FC. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/RX7tV3k ...Read More
Elon Musk would reverse Donald Trump's Twitter ban
He says Twitter's decision to ban the former US president was 'morally wrong and flat-out stupid'. from BBC News - Technology ...Read More
Apple discontinues the iPod touch after 21 years
The tech giant says the device will remain on sale "while stocks last". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/9rHp2U8 via I...Read More
UK blames Russia for satellite internet hack at start of war
Russia launched an attack on Viasat just before invading Ukraine, the UK and its allies say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/zRN...Read More
Why India's poorest children are falling further behind
Lack of access to smartphones and computers is widening the education gulf in India. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3pj62iS vi...Read More
Twitter: X marks the spot for Elon Musk's growth plans
A document shown to prospective investors may shed light on the Tesla boss plans for Twitter. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/tQ...Read More
Bitcoin value drops by 50% since November peak
The slide in the value of cryptocurrencies comes as stock markets around the world have also fallen. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Influencers and followers need more protection, say MPs
MPs call for more protection for social media influencers and their young followers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/tTeopJs vi...Read More
Is it fair for fantasy football managers to rely on AI?
Some managers think artificial intelligence helps remove their bias but others think it's cheating. from BBC News - Technology https:/...Read More
Period tracking apps warning over Roe v Wade case in US
Digital rights group the Electronic Frontier Foundation says women must know how their data is being used. from BBC News - Technology http...Read More
BBC announces first ever Gaming Prom
The event will be taking place on 1 August 2022 at the Royal Albert Hall in London. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/B4cAMNp via...Read More
Amazon targets review firms with legal action
The tech giant has accused four companies of flooding its shopping sites with fake reviews. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/cYFl...Read More
Facebook's Australia news ban overblocked on purpose, whistleblowers claim
A whistleblower group says Facebook deliberately overblocked a news ban affecting vital services. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Why one firm is banking on carbon fibre bikes in Europe
Europe's bike firms want to source more components closer to home, including carbon fibre frames. from BBC News - Technology https://i...Read More
The perfect storm increasing the cost of a crucial metal
Nickel is essential for batteries and stainless steel but suppliers are struggling to meet demand. from BBC News - Technology https://ift....Read More
Gucci stores to accept cryptocurrencies in US
Gucci joins a growing number of major companies that have started to accept digital currencies. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/...Read More
UK government sets out plans to rein in Big Tech
A regulator will have powers to fine firms such as Google and Meta if they fail to follow new rules. from BBC News - Technology https://if...Read More
Ukraine war: Investigation finds hundreds of fake charity websites
A BBC investigation finds online scammers using real charity logos and Ukrainian volunteers' profiles. from BBC News - Technology http...Read More
Elon Musk lines up investors for Twitter purchase
The billionaire has secured $7bn from 19 investors to help with his $44bn purchase of the social media platform. from BBC News - Technolog...Read More
Screen-sharing scams on the rise, watchdog warns
New report claims fraudsters are using screen-sharing tools to gain victims' trust and then steal money. from BBC News - Technology ht...Read More
Uber loses $5.9bn as Asia investment values fall
The firm said almost all of that loss was a due to falls in the value of investments in other companies. from BBC News - Technology https:...Read More
Bill Gates on Elon Musk feud and Jeffrey Epstein meetings
The Microsoft tycoon talks to the BBC about divorce, conspiracy theories and Elon Musk. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/1pd4Zwb ...Read More
Cyber-security chiefs warn of malicious app risk
Devices from smart speakers to fitness trackers have apps, and cyber-criminals are exploiting weaknesses. from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
Roblox: Gamers frustrated by lengthy outage
Issues with the game popular with children began before midnight and continued into the morning. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Musk says Twitter may see 'slight cost' for businesses and governments
The multi-billionaire Tesla boss also said the platform "will always be free for casual users". from BBC News - Technology https...Read More
£5m Virtual Reality centre launches in Portsmouth
The university centre received more than £3m in government funding to help businesses create VR. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Amazon ends Android shopping app digital downloads
The move is in response to Google's app store policies, under which it takes 30% commission on all sales. from BBC News - Technology h...Read More
People can now get contact info cut from Google search results
The web giant makes it easier to request that results linking to contact information are removed. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.t...Read More
Amazon will pay US staff travel expenses for abortions and other treatments
The firm will reimburse travel costs for various treatments in the US, including abortion. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/vEUda...Read More
EU accuses Apple of breaking competition law over contactless payments
The US tech giant denies it is restricting rivals' access to its mobile payments technology. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt...Read More
Netflix cancels Meghan Markle animated series 'Pearl'
The announcement comes as the streaming giant makes cost cuts after subscriber numbers fell. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/VCT...Read More
Snapchat's flying selfie drone
The company behind Snapchat and Spectacles is now selling a drone camera named Pixy. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/yOAbeFu vi...Read More
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