Social media firms 'must tackle grooming'
Charity demands action after 5,000 online grooming offences were recorded by police in 18 months. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2GSnaX6
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Uber and Lyft Said to Offer Drivers a Chance to Participate in I.P.O.s
By KATE CONGER from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2GS6COH
YouTube Bans Comments on Videos of Young Children in Bid to Block Predators
By DAISUKE WAKABAYASHI from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2GPA3kB
YouTube bans comments on videos of children
The streaming platform is disabling comments on videos of children after paedophiles left predatory comments. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2tJG21Q
Facebook and Telegram Are Hoping to Succeed Where Bitcoin Failed
By NATHANIEL POPPER and MIKE ISAAC from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2IGTA8H
'Useless slimming pills face fake Amazon reviews' fine
A company that sold "ineffective" fat-fighting herbal supplements is facing a $12.8m (£9.6m) fine. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2IIAxL1
Google must provide details on Nest microphone error
Three US senators write to Google, asking questions about the hidden microphone in Nest devices. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2BUG7o0
Broadband speed must be revealed to customers
Regulator Ofcom says providers must offer "clear, honest" information to consumers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Nywhwx
Momo challenge: The anatomy of a hoax
The ghoulish meme known as "momo" is a hoax, fact-checkers and charities say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Vp16q3
Bank customers hit by dozens of IT shutdowns
Customers suffer during regular operational and security incidents, BBC analysis of new data reveals. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2EBNpib
Huawei’s Cutest Fans in China? A Troupe of Dancing Children
By RAYMOND ZHONG from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2XuNo7c
MWC 2019: Huawei Politics, Robots and Speedy 5G
By ADAM SATARIANO and EDU BAYER from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2ViMsRk
F.T.C. Hits Musical.ly With Record Fine for Child Privacy Violation
By CECILIA KANG from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2H6U5X2
Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus Review: A $1,000 Smartphone With Compromises
By BRIAN X. CHEN from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2IH1cbn
Limiting Your Digital Footprints in a Surveillance State
By PAUL MOZUR from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2tIcvp8
Pokemon: Nintendo announces two new games, Sword and Shield, for the Switch
This is the first 'real' Pokemon game to appear on consoles, following successful titles on handheld and mobile. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Sva4jZ
Do we want our phone buttons back?
Three devices at MWC are bringing back physical keyboards in preference to touch screens. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Ny5u3g
OneWeb satellite internet mega-constellation set to fly
A London-based start-up's multi-billion-pound plan would make the web available everywhere on Earth. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Uawqso
Iris-scanning phone pitched at refugees
UK firm IrisGuard hopes to help refugees access banking and services with its device. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Vto2Vr
Energizer 'thick boi' phone gives 50 days of battery life
Could chunky smartphones be the future for our pocket tech? This huge new handset has tech experts talking. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2EACg0M
Momo challenge: Police advise over 'freaky game'
The "game" on WhatsApp has been accused of encouraging children to self-harm. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Xqd7gL
Spotify launches in India to tap growing digital market
The Swedish firm faces competition from several local rivals in the fast-growing digital market. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Vo1HIG
HP computer stranded in space
A pair of "off-the-shelf" servers sent up to the International Space Station in an experiment still have not returned to Earth. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2T23ZjT
Why is tech show full of men?
Women make up less than a quarter of delegates at the annual technology fair in Barcelona. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2IFrZEG
U.A.E. to Use Equipment From Huawei Despite American Pressure
By ADAM SATARIANO from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2EpoJIv
Ad-free social network Vero to charge subscription fees
Vero has built a community of nearly five million members, it says, but will now start charging. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2VfyNKO
Self-harm clips hidden in kids' cartoons
YouTube is failing to deal with dangerous content on its kids' channel, says charity. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2U8e8rN
Facebook bans Tommy Robinson's page
The former English Defence League leader is deemed to have broken rules around hate speech. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2SorAGt
Scooter fault leaves Lime riders injured
The bug can mean riders are flung from the scooters while travelling at high speed, Lime warned. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2H0Bax6
Tesla's Elon Musk may be in contempt over tweet
The US financial regulator asks a judge to sanction the Tesla boss for breaking a deal over tweeting. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2BUvql6
HoloLens 2: Rory goes hands-on
Rory Cellan-Jones learns how to fix an aircraft using the HoloLens 2 headset. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Vor3q1
Investment scam targets Instagram users
Victims lost an average of nearly £9,000 after falling for scams appearing on the image-sharing platform. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2H3hBnJ
The precious metals inside our smartphones
Zoe Kleinman looks at some of the elements that make our phones work, and the cost to our planet. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ICupE4
YouTube takes ads off 'anti-vax' video channels
The World Health Organization said anti-vaccine views were a "top 10 global health threat" in 2019. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2tAFuez
GCHQ: Chinese tech 'threats' must be understood
The agency's chief says there are "opportunities" too, but UK telecoms cyber-security must improve. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2H0kINp
LG's Dual Screen foldable phone breaks apart
LG opts to release a second screen accessory rather than a device with a single flexible display. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2tyNqNx
Microsoft HoloLens 2 augmented reality headset unveiled
The headset lets users control actions via eye movements, and also presents a better quality view. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TcXF8r
Nokia 9 PureView uses five cameras to take a photo
The handset fuses together shots simultaneously taken by the five cameras to enhance image quality. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2H0rdzR
Huawei Mate X smartphone folds face out
Huawei unveils a foldable phone that has several advantages over Samsung's from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NqZ8me
Exoskeleton helps people with paralysis to walk
Floriane is able to walk using an exoskeleton that detects how she wants to move. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2GEyHJz
NHS told to ditch 'outdated' pagers
The health secretary wants to scrap the “archaic technology” which costs the NHS about £6.6m a year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2BN8h4i
Huawei’s Plight Hangs Over Wireless Industry Showcase
By ADAM SATARIANO from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2BPvlz6
Nike app for self-tying shoe comes undone
The Google Android app that controls the new Adapt BB fails to sync with wearers' feet. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2E8ke4z
The Week in Tech: Chinese and Iranian Hackers Have Returned
By NICOLE PERLROTH from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2GZCVKX
It Started With a Jolt: How New York Became a Tech Town
By STEVE LOHR from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2GFjmIn
5G networks: Trump says US shouldn't block technology
The comments come as the US has pressured its allies to exclude China's Huawei from their 5G networks. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2V5EMBI
Web watchdog warns over knee-jerk regulation of social networks
Internet Watch Foundation says regulation of social networks could have "unintended consequences". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2H0Mbi9
Anthem video game set for tough debut
The futuristic squad-based shooter faces stiff competition from lots of established titles, say experts. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NhPcf1
The snow patrol drones saving skiiers from an icy death
For people buried in an avalanche, it's a race against time. Could a drone find you sooner? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NmoOjT
AT&T and Hasbro pull YouTube ads over abuse claims
Hasbro and Nestle also cut ties over fears paedophiles are leaving comments next to videos of children. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2U161gL
Google Ends Forced Arbitration for All Employee Disputes
By DAISUKE WAKABAYASHI from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2GHbSEW
Huawei Is Expanding in Canada, Despite U.S. Pressure
By KATE CONGER and LINDSEY WIEBE from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2U3H30c
Consumer Groups Accuse Facebook of Duping Children
By CECILIA KANG from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2EmYCTt
What’s Next for Smartphones? Samsung’s New Galaxy Line Offers a Few Answers
By BRIAN X. CHEN from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2T5Tziy
Twitch: How Ninja was unseated as most-subscribed streamer
How Ninja has gone from a high of 200,000 Twitch subscribers to around 30,000 in just ten months. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ShAmWK
Nestle and Epic pull YouTube ads over offensive content
Several big firms pull ads after they appear next to content that allegedly sexualised children. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2GW3osH
Advertisers Boycott YouTube After Pedophiles Swarm Comments on Videos of Children
By DAISUKE WAKABAYASHI and SAPNA MAHESHWARI from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2El63uw
Samsung Galaxy Fold: The internet reacts
The handset-maker wows with its phone-tablet hybrid, but many struggle to get over its price. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ElidDq
Galaxy Fold: Samsung unveils 'luxury' smartphone
Samsung unveils its smartphone with a folding screen, but the price will likely put most people off. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2SiNg6Z
Facebook 'failed to protect’ health data in private groups
A complaint says Facebook should have told users of their data being downloaded from private groups. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TZS6HM
Samsung reveals Galaxy Fold and S10 5G
Four new Galaxy S10 phones are revealed including a 5G option with a record-sized screen. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2tsL3vF
What’s Next for Smartphones? Here Are a Few Answers
By BRIAN X. CHEN from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2T4CmWB
How an App Creates ‘Disturbingly Agile Millennial Thumbs’
By ISABELLA KWAI from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2T7CgNY
Could Huawei threaten the Five Eyes alliance?
Different views about the threat posed by the Chinese firm pose risks to the intelligence alliance. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2T5zHMs
Russia bans smartphones for soldiers over social media fears
The decision comes after social media use by soldiers raised national security issues. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Sb1Iha
UK 4G 'slower than most of EU when busy'
In a table of 77 countries, the UK ranked 35th for download speeds, a report finds. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Sg2wBg
Fortnite Live Norwich festival to be sued by game creator
Epic Games says it has filed a claim in London's High Court against Exciting Events. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2SINCZz
Cyber-thieves set sights on hijacking payment data
Cyber-crime gangs are injecting their own code on to websites to steal payment data, an annual study suggests. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2SdYNnT
The app that can turn you into a fashion model
The app Superpersonal can capture a user's face and movements to create a realistic moving image. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NgsPGK
Russian Hackers Targeted European Research Groups, Microsoft Says
By KAREN WEISE from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2SNrT2D
Drone no-fly zone to be widened after Gatwick chaos
It will be illegal to fly a drone within three miles of an airport, following drone disruption at Gatwick. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2E0GKwy
AI fake face website launched
Users can generate false faces, using artificial intelligence. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GBee88
The letter that made thousands cry
An 86-year-old's thank you note, shared on social media, spurs similar stories of kindness from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2SK7ziI
Millions of medical calls exposed online
Some 2.7 million sensitive Swedish conversations about illnesses are exposed online. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GNuPVM
Roger Stone sorry for judge crosshair post
An Instagram post featuring the image has since been taken down. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2DVu9KP
Oculus founder sends free repair kits for Rift headsets
Despite leaving Facebook in 2017, Palmer Luckey is shipping his custom repair kit to gamers free of charge. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2V6uMrQ
Rail customers 'unable to collect pre-paid tickets'
Rail companies have been advising customers to travel with their ticket confirmation email. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2ScQRTM
The US cannot crush us, says Huawei founder
Ren Zhengfei says the firm will survive despite security concerns and his daughter's legal troubles. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2V5cIyA
YouTube Unleashed a Conspiracy Theory Boom. Can It Be Contained?
By KEVIN ROOSE from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2InzTmf
Huawei Founder Slams U.S. Charges as ‘Politically Motivated’
By RAYMOND ZHONG from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2Gxkg9Q
Child abuse images being traded via secure apps
Stolen credit cards and other illegal material are also on sale, a File on 4 investigation discovers. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2TQCshP
A Real Tube Carrying Dreams of 600-M.P.H. Transit
By ERIC A. TAUB from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2DVouVk
Facebook security app used to 'spy' on competitors
A cross-party group of MPs says Facebook used its Onavo app to gather information on competitors. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Sa7u2s
YouTube backtracks after Pokemon 'child abuse' ban
Google backtracks after 'mistakenly' deleting YouTubers for 'sexual content involving minors'. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2ttsBTD
YouTube aids flat earth conspiracy theorists, research suggests
The ranks of people who believe the Earth is flat are being helped by YouTube, suggests a US study. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2toQoUE
Google searches 'hijacked' to link Pakistan flag to toilet paper
The results are believed to be the work of Indian protesters responding to the 14 February Kashmir attack. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2TYPH08
Chinese and Iranian Hackers Renew Their Attacks on U.S. Companies
By NICOLE PERLROTH from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2SKaKH9
Huawei risk can be managed, say UK cyber-security chiefs
UK intelligence chiefs conclude the Chinese tech giant Huawei can bid for work on telecoms projects. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2DNJ3mv
Australian political parties hit by 'state actor' hack, PM says
The "sophisticated" activity follows an attempted hack on the parliament, Scott Morrison says. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2TV8MA7
Facebook needs regulation as Zuckerberg 'fails' - UK MPs
The UK government publishes its report into fake news with some strong criticism of Facebook. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2XaBIWL
Quadriga: The cryptocurrency exchange that lost $135m
When Quadriga's founder died he left behind a mystery: what happened to millions in cryptocurrency? from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2SVQRMs
As Uber Prepares for I.P.O., Its Losses Pile Up
By KATE CONGER and MIKE ISAAC from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2tlC7bi
Northern Virginia Is Keeping Amazon’s 25,000 Jobs and It Wants You to Know It
By CECILIA KANG from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2S5qG1w
PewDiePie: Roblox lifts ban after social media backlash
Online multiplayer game Roblox has reinstated PewDiePie after banning the YouTuber for using his name. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2DSaaNl
Tilly Lockey: 'I can paint with my bionic arms'
Tilly Lockey, 13, has bionic arms that are so sophisticated she can now use a paintbrush and apply make-up. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GteXrV
The Week in Tech: A Break From Consumer Tech
By STEVE LOHR from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2S7HWmR
Mobile networks call for 5G security inspector
The mobile network industry has called for a new security testing scheme to check 5G equipment. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Gsvvk3
Ad code 'slows down' browsing speeds
The code putting ads on webpages can stop pages loading by seconds, finds analysis of millions of sites. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2S1hhYE
Made In Chelsea's Andy Jordan: Being an influencer made me 'a puppet'
Made In Chelsea's Andy Jordan has a warning about the realities of being a social media influencer. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GqXYqj
Ford puts bed hoggers in their place and other news
BBC Click's Jen Copestake looks at some of the best technology stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GKxX4S
Facebook Settlement With F.T.C. Could Run Into the Billions
By CECILIA KANG from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2GOo3ii
Amazon cancels New York City campus plan
The internet giant hit local opposition over more than $2bn in subsidies it had been promised. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2N5flNN
JP Morgan creates first US bank-backed crypto-currency
The US investment bank has created the JPM Coin to handle wholesale payments for some clients. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2N6dCYN
British hacker Marcus Hutchins loses bid to omit 'intoxicated' testimony
Devonian Marcus Hutchins is accused of writing virus code and says he was "intoxicated" in an interview. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2SW3JlA
What is Article 13? The EU's copyright directive explained
The final version of the new EU copyright law is agreed after three days of talks in France. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2N4RmOL
Nasa calls time on silent Opportunity Mars rover
The 15-year mission of "Oppy" the robot is declared over after repeated failed attempts to contact it. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2RWf1C1
Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering: GPS pioneers lauded
Four Americans are celebrated for their roles in developing the sat-nav Global Positioning System. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Gmptl0
School bomb hoax suspect arrested in US
Thousands of US schools were shut down by fake threats involving bombs, allege prosecutors. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2N6Nih1
YouTube's copyright claim system abused by extorters
Google acts after YouTubers report users attempting to extort money via fraudulent copyright claims. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2SOdwdr
India Proposes Chinese-Style Internet Censorship
By VINDU GOEL from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2N7eE6W
Airbus says A380 superjumbo production will end
The aircraft manufacturer will cease production of its giant jet after key buyer Emirates cuts orders. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2SvdwQl
Little Red App: Xi’s Thoughts Are (Surprise!) a Hit in China
By RAYMOND ZHONG from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2UYjFBc
Former Apple lawyer charged with insider trading
Gene Levoff is accused of engaging in insider trading on several occasions between 2011 and 2016. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2BzKDYF
Germany Is Wary of a Digital World (but Loves Its E-Toothbrushes)
By MELISSA EDDY from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2GspFiy
Former Senior Apple Lawyer Charged With Insider Trading
By DAISUKE WAKABAYASHI from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2UYsRFF
Apple to investigate Saudi app
An app that can be used by men to stop women leaving the country will be investigated by Apple. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2SAOrn1
The Strange Experience of Being Australia’s First Tech Billionaires
By NELLIE BOWLES from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2BzoUAa
How to Make a 3-D Model of Your Home Renovation Vision
By J. D. BIERSDORFER from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2E9hRQk
Elon Musk named as Twitter boss favourite
The choice has raised eyebrows because of the controversial nature of some of Mr Musk's tweets. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2SPjXx4
Is new game Apex Legends a threat to Fortnite?
Apex Legends, a new Battle Royale game has had over 25 million downloads in its first week - will it be a threat? from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2E7rdMt
Overwatch and Call Of Duty maker to cut 800 jobs
Activision Blizzard will lay off about 800 people, despite announcing record revenue. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2SLUdRZ
T-Mobile-Sprint Deal Gets New Scrutiny From the Left
By CECILIA KANG from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2SHoce5
Crackdown on young celebs in gambling ads
Cartoon figures and young stars will be banned from many adverts in a bid to protect children. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2I8LO77
Girls Get Tech. They Just Need Others to Believe It.
By MAYA SALAM from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2tkoitB
MPs immerse themselves in VR questions
MPs open inquiry into immersive technology such as VR and AR. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GnIzHw
DJI makes drone safety improvements
The geo-fencing technology that means drones cannot fly near airports is improved. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2BxbBjI
Ligue du LOL: Secret group of French journalists 'targeted women'
Media execs at several major outlets used anonymous accounts to harass women writers and activists. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2RVOeFQ
In China, This Video Game Lets You Be a Tiger Mom or a Driven Dad
By CAROLYN ZHANG and RAYMOND ZHONG from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2TMLpbW
Ordnance Survey to launch mapping drone
The mapping organisation's craft will collect images and data for businesses and organisations to use. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2SFCsEa
Can video consultations combat global doctor shortages?
Seeing a doctor online instead of in person could save time and money, but what are the drawbacks? from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2I60xzW
Facebook and Google news should be regulated, report says
Google and Facebook should be overseen to ensure their news content is trustworthy, a report recommends. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2SsAirS
Teen has vaccinations after asking Reddit
Ethan Lindenberger took to the website to ask whether he could get vaccines without his parents . from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2tgykMf
Gavin Williamson: Drone 'swarm squadrons' to be deployed by military
The defence secretary says the network enabled aircraft could be used to overwhelm the enemy. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2SKksIs
Tinder-style app for cows tries to help the meat market
So you think the dating scene is just a meat market? Wait till you hear about this matchmaking app. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Gq2aH5
Paris to sue Airbnb over 'illegal ads'
The fine could amount to €12.5m ($14m, £11m) for the 1,000 ads the city says break French law. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2RRrwi1
Russia to test cyber-war defences
Russia is planning to briefly disconnect from the internet as part of planning against a future conflict. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GoqKYG
Reddit: Censorship fears spark criticism of Tencent funding reports
Redditors flooded the site with snarky posts after reports of funding from Chinese tech giant Tencent. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2BqTX0Y
These 50 Start-Ups May Be the Next ‘Unicorns’
By ERIN GRIFFITH from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2GvJy7H
Grindr and Tinder 'must not risk children's safety'
Minister vows to question Grindr and Tinder on safeguarding measures following "shocking" findings. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2MY0HIm
Trump's wall: Mind the gaps
Camera-laden towers and underground sensors plug the gaps in the existing US-Mexico border fence. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2SC1TGG
You Call That Meat? Not So Fast, Cattle Ranchers Say
By NATHANIEL POPPER from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2TAr0GZ
The Week in Tech: Business Is Booming Despite Backlash
By KATE CONGER from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2GyuK83
Parenting site Mumsnet hit by data breach
The flaw meant account holders saw some details of other users and their message history. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GxCjMA
Jeff Bezos Accuses National Enquirer of ‘Extortion and Blackmail’
By JIM RUTENBERG and KAREN WEISE from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2UISLgw
Apple to pay teenager who found FaceTime bug
The flaw let iPhone owners eavesdrop on people they called via the FaceTime video-chat system. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WSddxl
Climate change: UK carbon capture project begins
A controversial new scheme is capturing CO2 emissions from wood burning. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2I1m5gQ
Revolut admits making up stats in adverts
Digital banking service Revolut is referred to the FCA over its Valentine's Day "single takeaway" ad. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GgItBq
YouTube U-turn over child abuse singer
YouTube deletes singer Austin Jones's channel, after he exchanges sexual images with underage girls. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2BnYxNy
Australia parliament hit by cyber-hack attempt
Politicians' passwords have all been reset, but officials say it appears no information was stolen. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2BrpWOv
Jeff Bezos: Amazon boss accuses National Enquirer of blackmail
Jeff Bezos says National Enquirer attempted extortion by threatening to publish "intimate photos". from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2BrERZ5
Woody Allen sues Amazon for dropping A Rainy Day in New York
The film-maker takes legal action against the company for allegedly refusing to release his latest film. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HVpeP9
Instagram Bans Graphic Images of Self-Harm After Teenager’s Suicide
By JULIA JACOBS from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2HWEDPr
EE data breach ‘led to stalking’
A customer's ex-partner accessed her new address and bank details, before turning up at her home. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GvAW0L
Jeff Bezos Accuses National Enquirer of Blackmail
By KAREN WEISE from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2SyrIHv
Instagram vows to remove all graphic self-harm images from site
But some pictures - such as scars - will be allowed to remain, the head of the platform says. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WN2Ta1
Twitter shares drop 10% as revenue outlook disappoints
The social media firm reports higher profits, but its revenue forecast falls short of expectations. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GuWWbX
Inside Ocado's burning robotic warehouse
The BBC's Zoe Kleinman describes what was inside the Ocado grocery warehouse, which has been hit by fire. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2tadE8P
'Cyber-attack' on Bernard Matthews staff bank details
Bernard Matthews says bank account details of 200 employees were "potentially compromised". from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Dibybw
Deaths put e-scooters in spotlight
A watchdog calls for improved safety following another death and a series of severe injuries in US cities. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2UKusPp
Twitter Continues Its Profit Streak, While Still Shedding Users
By KATE CONGER from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2UIWsmz
Jack'd gay dating app exposes millions of private photos
A security flaw in gay dating app Jack'd leaves private intimate photos publicly exposed on the internet. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Dho4bg
Fortnite: Pro gamer RizArt 'deeply sorry' for faking age
Japanese esports pro RizArt apologises after falsely claiming he was a 12-year-old to gain subscribers. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2RI25Q0
Germany Restricts Facebook’s Data Gathering
By AMIE TSANG from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2BshYVr
How Facebook’s Tiny China Sales Floor Helps Generate Big Ad Money
By PAUL MOZUR and LIN QIQING from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2DXDVxm
Facebook ordered by Germany to gather less data
The social network says it intends to appeal the German watchdog's ruling. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2SgZsJW
Raspberry Pi opens first High Street store in Cambridge
Founder Eben Upton says the shop will attract customers who are "curious" about the tiny computer. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2WKZ19A
Children and electronic devices - how to keep youngsters safe
As concerns mount over how screen time and social media affect children, parents are given suggestions. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2RHPxbu
Japan's Softbank shares surge on buyback plan
Chief executive Masayoshi Son said the $5.5bn buyback was aimed at propping up the firm's share price. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2TAFdDT
Trustpilot tackles business review cheats
The website will let users know if a company has flagged its negative reviews to hide them. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2TyhfJi
Are Your Children Racking Up Charges From Mobile Games? Here’s How to Fight Back
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