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Smart plugs sold on Amazon a 'fire risk', Which? warns

People should immediately stop using the Hictkon smart plug with dual USB ports, the watchdog warns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ihRBnU

How controversial data firm Palantir hit $22bn

The rise of the US tech company has been shadowed by concerns about privacy and surveillance. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jihqWf

US Election: Whoever becomes the next president, social media is changing

Both Trump and Biden want to take away the US law that protects platforms from being liable for what their users post. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/34aqIx7

BBC reverses decision to end Red Button text services

A reduced service will remain, following a campaign on behalf of people without online access. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30nissn

False G.O.P. Ad Prompts QAnon Death Threats Against a Democratic Congressman

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Google Pixel phone 'designed for economic downturn'

The Pixel 5 loses several headline features of last year's flagship phone to hit a lower price tag. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30k9CeW

Trump ads push baseless Biden earpiece conspiracy

New Facebook advertising paid for by the Trump campaign makes unfounded claims about his opponent. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cIG0wZ

Palantir Shares Up in Wall Street Debut

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How Facebook Entrenches Itself

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Voting by Mail Tops Election Misinformation

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How Voting by Mail Tops Election Misinformation

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Weekend Autos Calendar: Steve McQueen Cool Comes to California

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Amazon warehouse robots 'increase staff injuries'

Company documents appear to show rising levels of human injuries in areas where robots operate. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2EL4B7C

Cyberpunk 2077: Staff to work overtime to finish game

Developer CD Projekt Red had previously said it would not impose mandatory overtime. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ERmMJ2

London Marathon 2020: Athletes to wear social-distancing tech

All staff and participants will wear devices that send an alert when too close to others. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3n5X9W8

Now You Can Use Instagram to Message People on Facebook Messenger

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Kylie Jenner's cosmetics customers' data compromised

Customers names, addresses, emails and the last four digits of credit cards were among data stolen. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jhuBGO

How Voting by Mail Tops Election Misinformation

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Train station tech helps passengers to socially distance

Real-time monitoring of commuters' movements helps staff to respond to congestion hot spots. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3jfWGhR

Broadband 'so bad I work from my friend's shed'

Customers of a service for rural areas say they have been unable to join video meetings. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ScIESe

Coronavirus doctor's diary: Trying out tech that may help make worship Covid-secure

Dr John Wright looks at the kit installed in a Bradford mosque in the hope of limiting the spread of Covid-19. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33eaHqA

Project Veritas Video Was a ‘Coordinated Disinformation Campaign,’ Researchers Say

By BY MAGGIE ASTOR from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/33gwQES

The Facebook Pages With the Largest Share of Debate Conversation

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Right-Wing Sites Falsely Claim Biden Got Debate Questions in Advance

By BY SHEERA FRENKEL from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/36ipimU

Hydrogen-powered train makes UK maiden journey

The Hydroflex made a 25-mile round-trip in Warwickshire, reaching speeds of up to 50 mph. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mZVKQJ

Right-Wing Sites Falsely Claim Biden Got Debate Questions in Advance

By BY SHEERA FRENKEL from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/34azawb

The Long History of ‘Hidden Earpiece’ Conspiracy Theories

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The Long History of ‘Hidden Earpiece’ Conspiracy Theories

By BY KEVIN ROOSE from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/36hxCTR

Coronavirus: Police to be told they can use NHS Covid-19 app

Officers will be told on Wednesday they can install the app to personal but not work smartphones. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cEVVwf

CS:GO coaches banned from major esports series

A bug in the game Counter Strike: Global Offensive has led to several bans - and more could follow from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36g7sRg

Coronavirus: Police to be told they can use NHS Covid-19 app

Officers will be told on Wednesday they can install the app to personal but not work smartphones. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cEVVwf

One Retailer’s Pandemic Survival Plan

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Slack Slowdown Frustrates Remote Workers

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Amazon One: Palm scanner launched for 'secure' payments

The tech giant says its system could be used to scan into shops, offices or stadiums. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ibJoBC

Farmville to shut its gates on Facebook at end of year

The game relied on Flash, which will no longer be supported by Facebook after December. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30z9fgX

Jet suit trial for Great North Air Ambulance paramedics

A first test flight has been carried out in the Lake District. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kXSh3g

'I monitor my staff with software that takes screenshots'

Many have struggled to get to grips with working from home, but would surveillance technology help? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3igFPd7

Flightradar24 hit by third cyber-attack in two days

Flightradar24 says it has been hit by sustained attacks over two days, interrupting its service. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2EGIgrN

Jet suit paramedic tested in the Lake District 'could save lives'

The kit means a paramedic can "fly" up a fell in 90 seconds rather than go 30 minutes by foot. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3n3xtsY

Nokia clinches 5G deal with BT to replace Huawei in EE network

The Finnish firm will become the largest provider of base stations and antennas to EE's network. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Sc5etS

US 2020 election: Social media's nightmare scenario

Potential election chaos will play out on social media, and Big Tech is worried. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mXtZs1

TikTok ban: How did TikTok stay online in the US?

Sophia Smith-Galer explains why President Trump shifted his position on banning new downloads of the app from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30fYdN4

'If you steal music, you aren't a real music fan'

The music industry is trying to clampdown on the latest form of music piracy known as stream-ripping. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Gb8ALk

Scientists create a microscopic robot that ‘walks’

The scientists behind a microscopic "walking" robot hope their tech could one day be used against cancer. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3463esW

Apple and Epic Games Spar Over Returning Fortnite to the App Store

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How ‘Save the Children’ Is Keeping QAnon Alive

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How ‘Save the Children’ Is Keeping QAnon Alive

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Google Demands Its 30% Cut From App Developers in Play Store

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Can Amazon Conquer the World?

By BY SHIRA OVIDE from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/336yrgi

Police told not to download NHS Covid-19 app

National Police Chiefs Council says officers should not install contact-tracing app on work phones. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kMy2pk

Fashion brands design 'waist-up' clothing for video calls

Milan Fashion Week saw designers showcasing logos on necklines and statement jewellery. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mSdqh8

US squeezes China's biggest chip-maker SMIC

The commerce department writes to suppliers, warning of risks linked to the Chinese military. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2GgWDUl

NHS Covid-19 app: 10m downloads - and lots of questions

We look at why you can't log out of a venue, and how to change your postcode on the app. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/343qxDz

Uber secures right to continue operating in London

A court renews the ride-hailing giant's London licence despite previous safety concerns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cDdnRC

Robots in a flat - testing tech for independent living

A laboratory made to look like a home is fitted with sensors and internet of things devices. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36dxzby

Huawei: The PowerPoint that sparked an international row

The top Huawei executive's closely watched extradition case returns to court on Monday. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cBCggr

TikTok: US judge halts app store ban

District Judge Carl Nichols has issued a temporary injunction preventing a ban on TikTok downloads. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3i6NMld

Ransomware Attacks Take On New Urgency Ahead of Vote

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Singapore in world first for facial verification

The technology is being rolled out countrywide as part of Singapore's national identity scheme. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32ZIio6

U.S. Judge Hears Arguments on Trump’s TikTok Ban

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Molly Russell social media material 'too difficult to look at'

The 14-year-old killed herself in 2017 after viewing graphic images on social media. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3j6iKeF

U.S. Places Restrictions on China’s Leading Chip Maker

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By BY ANA SWANSON AND RAYMOND ZHONG from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/3n4sJUe

NHS Covid-19: App users unable to input negative tests

Users in England who booked a test outside of the app can only register a positive result. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mVj4iI

Pasta, Wine and Inflatable Pools: How Amazon Conquered Italy in the Pandemic

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By BY ADAM SATARIANO AND EMMA BUBOLA from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/33Z7Ocp

Inside eBay’s Cockroach Cult: The Ghastly Story of a Stalking Scandal

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California County Enlists Social Media to Thwart a Misleading Election Photo

By BY NICK CORASANITI from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/3j3huZC

What Went Viral This Week

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Facebook’s Power This Election

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Contact-tracing app: First version worked on more phones

The first version of the NHS England and Wales app was trialled on the Isle of Wight. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33TWY7u

Alphabet Settles Shareholder Suits Over Sexual Harassment Claims

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European Commission to challenge Apple tax bill verdict

EU court ruling that the tech giant does not have to pay hefty back taxes to Ireland goes back to court. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32ZBgQ9

Thailand prosecutes Facebook, Google and Twitter over posts

Officials say social networks failed to take down all posts that are illegal under Thai law. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2RZlKO0

Taio Cruz quits TikTok after 'suicidal thoughts'

The pop star says he deleted his account after "hateful videos" affected his mental health. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kJjhnd

Harley-Davidson to exit world's biggest bike market

The iconic motorcycle company is pulling out of India as it struggles to sell its two-wheelers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3i2Pe84

Teaching offshore robots to speak our language

New technology has been unveiled which allows humans to ask robots questions and understand their actions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3csmkgs

Giant 25 tonne Gundam robot shows off its moves and other news

BBC Click's Paul Carter highlights the best of the week's technology news. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33SM9T8

How worried should we be about deadly cyber-attacks?

Experts have been warning for years that it's not a matter of if, but when, hackers will kill somebody. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hXDTq5

Without Evidence, Right-Wing Commentators Link Soros to Louisville U-Haul

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By BY KEVIN ROOSE AND BEN DECKER from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/3mJIP5k

Google Services Go Down in Some Parts of U.S.

By BY DAISUKE WAKABAYASHI AND MICHAEL LEVENSON from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/3mNM7Vf

'One day everyone will use China's digital currency'

China plans a digital version of its currency, which some say could become a big global payment system. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/305Twpi

The Truth About ‘The Truth About’ Memes

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The Truth About ‘The Truth About’ Memes

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Amazon Unveils Drone That Films Inside Your Home. What Could Go Wrong?

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Amazon unveils flying Ring security camera drone

The camera is launched when sensors detect a potential home break-in. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3044lZ1

What’s the Deal With Google Now?

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YouTube Tries Again to Amplify Accurate Voting Information

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NHS Covid-19 app: How to install and use it

This guide explains how to install the NHS Covid-19 app on Android smartphones and iPhones. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cw6VvU

Facebook Oversight Board plans to take time over rulings

Former Danish PM Helle Thorning-Schmidt says her panel will take its time over takedown rulings. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3j6iMmU

Apple App Store faces coalition of unhappy developers

Spotify, Epic Games and others unite to campaign against the tech giant's app policies. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/306XEFp

Google removes Uluru virtual walk from Street View

Parks Australia had requested user-generated images from the sacred site be immediately removed. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hZCGOW

Hancock: 'Upgrade' may be needed to access NHS Covid app

Health Secretary Matt Hancock said he understood "the challenges" around downloading the NHS Covid-19 app. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33YfFXs

To Fight Apple and Google, Smaller App Rivals Organize a Coalition

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Facebook 'Supreme Court' to begin work before US Presidential vote

The company's oversight board - which can overrule Mark Zuckerberg - begins work in mid-October. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/362OOfz

Sequel to hit game Among Us cancelled

The developers of the space-themed mystery game now say they want to focus on making the original better. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZZmWW3

YouTube Tries Again to Amplify Accurate Voting Information

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NHS Covid-19 app: England and Wales get smartphone contact tracing for over-16s

Users are being urged to install the app to protect themselves and others against the resurgent virus. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3iT2jSK

False Claims, Spread by a Trump Son, That Biden Used a Teleprompter

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TikTok Files for Injunction to Stop Ban of App

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Justice Dept. Urges Congress to Limit Tech’s Legal Shield

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False Claims, Spread by a Trump Son, That Biden Used a Teleprompter

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Facebook Removes a Chinese Influence Campaign

By BY SHEERA FRENKEL from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2G0sDfa

Hooray (Mostly) for the Government!

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Advertisers strike social media deal over hate speech

Advertisers agree standards with Facebook, Twitter and YouTube over harmful content issues. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mIr2eS

What Russian Trolls Are Using for Inspiration: Trump

By BY DAVID E. SANGER from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/3hTYH1p

NHS Covid-19 app: How England and Wales' contact-tracing service works

The app will tell you to self-isolate or be tested or warn of an elevated local risk level. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2HgMxmH

Facebook shuts down 150 fake Chinese accounts

Some used artificial intelligence to make profile pics and posted content about the US election. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mFKDfP

Huawei: 'Survival is the goal' as it stockpiles chips

The Chinese company is facing major shortages amid the latest US trade restrictions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3032Iuy

Young People More Likely to Believe Virus Misinformation, Study Says

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Theatres look to tech to keep performing

Technology is now trying to fill the void until actors can begin treading the boards again. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hXkx4h

Musk: $25,000 Tesla ready "in about three years"

Tesla's founder says new ways to make more efficient batteries will drive down the price of electric cars. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35VLweh

Video game loot boxes: another form of gambling?

The government is asking for the public's opinion on the impact of loot boxes. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32R3nAZ

Coronavirus: 'Government must publish contact-tracing app data'

A health charity wants to know how well England and Wales' contact-tracing app fared in tests. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cllHVY

‘Birtherism’ Lies About Kamala Harris Exceed Those About Obama

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Justice Dept. Case Against Google Is Said to Focus on Search Dominance

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This Misinformation Was Coming From Inside the House

By BY ZACH MONTAGUE from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2ZZiyGA