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The result of a vote in an Alabama warehouse could have ramifications for Amazon workers around the US. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3up5Mht

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 https://ift.tt/2PNWmwA

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/3m9wOpO

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/3cF3O6x

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://ift.tt/39tgLyd

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 https://ift.tt/2PjjYJP

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/3m4eq1W

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/3u9iUXC

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/3sESPzl

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.tt/3ft0bm2

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

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.tt/3sCjoFu

'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

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://ift.tt/2Phzaac

'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

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.tt/39pBYJn

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/3fqqrx2

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" against online abuse. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3sBhu7U

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

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://ift.tt/3dkm2ZQ

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

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

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

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 https://ift.tt/2Phe4bZ

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

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/3cwbXdq

'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 BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3u3Wsiy

'It is so easy to choose what voluntary work to do'

March 28, 2021

Charities are turning to technology to help them attract more volunteers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rClIuY

Union creates hotline for disgruntled Amazon staff

March 28, 2021

Unite urges workers to come forward to voice complaints about hours, pay, targets and breaks. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31pYPQC

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.tt/3w5Nfs0

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://ift.tt/3w4S3Ol

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://ift.tt/39AWkj5

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

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/3w0xQJs

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/31kU5vJ

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://ift.tt/3ro3EEr

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

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

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://ift.tt/3d83fRt

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/2PbtGxE

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

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

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

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

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 https://ift.tt/3riqAVB

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://ift.tt/3skwXcv

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 - Technology https://ift.tt/3d3fHBZ

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

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 - Technology https://ift.tt/3fe0QHx

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.tt/3fbJA5T

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/3chbL1w

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/3smrS3g

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 - Technology https://ift.tt/2PrGIXy

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/3lMYWyS

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/3lNOeYU

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/3lL4vOD

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/2QvNqwl

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/39ao9hO

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/3cgz4sh

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

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://ift.tt/3lItu57

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 https://ift.tt/3vUlPFy

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/2OYYrpu

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.tt/2QpOJNg

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

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 BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rbKx0h

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

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/3f7xGtW

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 - Technology https://ift.tt/2OYrNEz

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://ift.tt/3tMW4F0

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://ift.tt/31lZtid

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 https://ift.tt/3967eg9

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.tt/3f0RDT7

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

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 https://ift.tt/3scNLSv

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://ift.tt/3lyyfOE

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/3c74IIA

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://ift.tt/3s5oFFc

'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://ift.tt/3c7JNVZ

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 https://ift.tt/3f1gyG0

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 https://ift.tt/2OS2OCS

Elon Musk denies Tesla cars are used for spying in China

March 20, 2021

The electric carmaker boss addresses reports of security concerns raised by China's military. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/310Yaor

Russian pleads guilty to Tesla ransomware plot

March 20, 2021

He allegedly offered an employee $1m (£721,000) to install ransomware at a Nevada battery plant. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vFeHwF

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/3vHLZeh

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/3f0TEyv

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

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

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

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.tt/3s1hT3t

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/3c06ewf

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 https://ift.tt/3bVXHu1

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/3r6mss0

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

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://ift.tt/2Q6urbt

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 https://ift.tt/3vEVVoQ

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://ift.tt/3eP88S7

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://ift.tt/2OH5fIc

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.tt/3ty9qoI

GameStop: Reddit users investing in gorilla conservation

WallStreetBets users flooded a conservation organisation with donations. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bWBdsZ

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://ift.tt/3cEONAl

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/3lqmBVH

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

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/3qUUWh0

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://ift.tt/3cGQUDO

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.tt/2NtGyP4

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 https://ift.tt/3bVO3Yy

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://ift.tt/3lv8DSz

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.tt/30MFOHQ

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 https://ift.tt/3qVm9QD

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/3twlZkt

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/3qPUVKX

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://ift.tt/38IlmMI

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

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

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://ift.tt/2Q7vdoO

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/3czjcQn

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 https://ift.tt/3vvpJUU

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.tt/2OUKEQw

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

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

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

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.tt/3vtWthA

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/3qOUdOe

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/3eKracb

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.tt/2OwRVGn

'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

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/3bKhgW7

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

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 - Technology https://ift.tt/38CdyMp

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

Phone scammers: 'Give me £1,000 to stop calling you'

March 13, 2021

The rise of scam calls seems relentless - but can anything be done about them? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rN2aoi

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

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/2NiA45y

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://ift.tt/30CXYf0

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.tt/3bG9HQl

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.tt/3qMRTYc

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.tt/38xvIyW

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 https://ift.tt/3cn17VP

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.tt/3cnOCcp

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

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://ift.tt/3cndrFw

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.tt/3cq3VkL

'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/38w2gJE

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 https://ift.tt/2Ndrd54

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

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/2PUDD2J

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 https://ift.tt/3erSQlV

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

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 https://ift.tt/30vQjPF

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/3qDsWOQ

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

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.tt/3l5jm5X

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://ift.tt/3rA7f3q

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 https://ift.tt/3bA6C4d

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

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/3qyepnp

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.tt/38rJRO0

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/3bzET3O

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://ift.tt/3v9pY87

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/2OipmML

'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

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 https://ift.tt/30pTdoY

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

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/3v76YXM

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://ift.tt/2N5EYTi

Online abuse turns women away from public life, says Arlene Foster

There is "literally hourly trolling" about appearance, says First Minister Arlene Foster. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qwNjNl

Online dating: How to pimp your dating profile

Top tips from a dating expert on how to improve your 'love life CV' in lockdown from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3d4keWp

EU seeks to supercharge computer chip production

The European Commission wants 20% of the world's cutting-edge chips to be manufactured locally. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30rQpHV

Banksy art burned, destroyed and sold as token in 'money-making stunt'

The original print was set alight in a livestreamed video. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3c8bvAo

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/3buqVjF

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/3v3MfEd

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/2OAITYq

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 https://ift.tt/3ry8wru

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/2MX6VfQ

Google HR 'suggested medical leave' for racism victims

Google staff in the US who complain over racism were advised to take mental health leave, NBC reports. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3brDOuu

Instagram photos help Facebook AI 'teach itself'

The photos were used to help a Facebook algorithm learn to recognise images without supervision. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qrfX2x

Isle of Wight drone NHS-supply trials resume

Drone flights to test the delivery of medical supplies to the Isle of Wight will resume next month. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bpFK6J

European Banking Authority hit by Microsoft Exchange hack

The EU body is one of the first major organisations to admit falling victim to the global email hack. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rrkJyp

Smart glasses help to find your makeup pallet

Jen Copestake tries out some of the latest augmented reality beauty technology. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rlYtWx

China says manufacturing 'greatness' still 30 years away

While many already see China as the world's factory its leaders want less dependence on US technology. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qr0TC7

'Deepfake is the future of content creation'

Deepfake, or AI-generated videos, are increasingly being used commercially. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3tb8Yg3

Deliveroo to hand riders up to £10,000 in UK float

The food delivery firm, set to be valued at $7bn (£5bn), will also offer shares to takeaway customers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qn81PJ

Microsoft hack: White House warns of 'active threat' of email attack

March 06, 2021

The tech giant says a state-sponsored group operating out of China is breaching email servers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rrRBa8

Jack Dorsey: Bids reach $2m for Twitter co-founder's first post

March 06, 2021

The Twitter co-founder has listed his first ever tweet for sale as a form of digital memorabilia. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rmCvmo

Why popular YouTubers are building their own sites

Some big YouTube names are building their own video sites on the side - just in case. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2O5pqzo

John McAfee charged with fraud over cryptocurrency

The businessman is accused of promoting cryptocurrency to his followers to inflate prices. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30gUpei

Myanmar coup: YouTube removes channels run by army amid violence

The armed forces are accused of spreading disinformation online amid a violent crackdown. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qg3dLT

Valve abandons Artifact card game despite promised reboot

The troubled card game is the latest promised rework to be abandoned by a major developer. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qo9MMy

Oppo's expanding phone can grow and shrink on demand

The concept phone has a flexible display that rolls up inside the device. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OnB9cj

Insect-like flying drones and other technology news

Jen Copestake looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rlndOK

Data experts are becoming football's best signings

A growing number of clubs big and small are using more technology to help performances on the pitch. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bfmBV1

Facebook rainforest ads: Inquiry ordered into Amazon land sales

A Supreme Court judge in Brazil orders an investigation following the BBC's report into the trade. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kJBGBB

YouTube to lift Trump ban if violence threat falls, says CEO

Chief executive Susan Wojcicki says there's a way back for the former president on YouTube. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3sURx39

'Racist' Welsh YouTube channel removed

The Voice of Wales' accounts were terminated after an investigation by BBC Wales's Newyddion S4C programme from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30aZuVh

Amazon opens till-less grocery store in London

Amazon Fresh, a till-less grocery store, opens in London from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qeYHgD

Alec Baldwin deactivates Twitter account over 'switching accents' joke

The actor made light of a recent controversy surrounding the heritage of his wife, Hilaria. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Ok6mxd

Deliveroo unveils plans for '$7bn' London listing

The food delivery firm hopes to list its shares on the London Stock Exchange this year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bbwCCJ

What is Elon Musk's Starship?

Elon Musk's company SpaceX is building a vehicle that could transform space travel. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3nqz1wc

Call of Duty patch brings 'biggest download day on record'

Download records were broken last week when Call of Duty released a major update, Virgin Media says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3sO1rTZ

Apple investigated over 'unfair' App Store claims

The Competition and Markets Authority has launched an investigation into how Apple's app store is run. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bdQJjG

SpaceX: Starship lands safely... then explodes

It is the first time Elon Musk's space exploration company has pulled off this difficult landing. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30dAjlg

Drones could help find tidal energy sites

Unmanned aerial vehicles are to be used in scientific trials in Scotland and Wales. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rfp1Zy

Twin sisters worth millions thanks to female gamers

The Nakajima twins develop games for women and three-quarters of their workforce are female. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3uOZkkG

Beattie Communications chairman resigns over social media post

Gordon Beattie apologises after using "inappropriate" language in a post on the LinkedIn website. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bfSmO1

Amazon Fresh till-less grocery store opens in London

The shop will stock hundreds of new own-brand items including locally-sourced milk and desserts. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3uOWrQS

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

Netflix boss: Film fans want joint release dates for cinema and streaming

Netflix boss' claims about the theatrical release window denied by UK Cinema Association chief. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2PwKKyb

Minecraft: Bishop of Ely joins game for Gospel teachings

"I am so pleased to have participated in a new way to share Bible stories," says the Bishop of Ely. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3e7NoVg

Google promises to drop personalised ad tracking

The tech giant says it will not develop workarounds once it abandons third-party tracking cookies. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kE5xLG

Parler drops Amazon web-hosting legal challenge

Amazon removed the social-network platform from its web-hosting service in January over rule breaches. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kKB5Qa

Fall Guys bought by Fortnite maker Epic Games

The deal is "a huge win" for Fall Guys, its team says as it prepares to launch on Xbox and Nintendo. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qfwJRY

Amazon changes app logo that 'resembles Adolf Hitler'

The new design shows a folded corner of blue tape on an Amazon box. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/387AYsD

NFT blockchain drives surge in digital art auctions

NFT is a way for artists to sell digital art ownership without giving up the original file itself. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3kEXPkp

Microsoft accuses China over email cyber-attacks

The US tech giant blamed the attacks on Hafnium, a state-sponsored group operating out of China. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rd0EM6

The 'LitterCam' that's watching you

AI software can now match footage of motorists throwing rubbish with their car's number plate and issue an automatic fine . from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3e3Du6Y

Molly-Mae Hague's Instagram giveaway broke prize draw rules

The advertising watchdog reprimands the Love Island star over the way winners were picked. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/307NofG

Will audio-only apps change our use of social networks?

From Clubhouse to Twitter's Spaces, LJ Rich looks at the rise of a new type of social network. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3uLLnUB

How can we make washing machines last?

Sweden is trying to encourage consumers to repair household items like washing machines. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3e7dZ4L

Contraception app Natural Cycles swipes at new rival from Clue

The founder of Natural Cycles criticises the approval of Clue Birth Control in the US. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3b5X7cQ

Twitch backtracks after outcry for using 'gender neutral' term 'womxn'

The streaming platform said it had changed its spelling of "women" to be more gender neutral. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bX8nY4

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/3ra6LRj

City scraps influencer plan for George Floyd murder trial

Minneapolis was planning to pay social media influencers to post "city-approved" messages. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qa24Wn

Last of Us 2 leads Bafta Games Awards nominations

With 13 nominations, the action-adventure horror game has the most nominations in history. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Oc9HOE

Are in-app purchases ruining mobile video games?

How mobile games make money is a big talking point on the latest episode of gaming podcast Press X to Continue. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3uEXHGa

Volvo Cars bets on electric vehicles

Volvo is only going to sell electric cars by 2030, the Swedish firm says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dYG668

'Fake accounts used my pictures to sell sex'

Women tell BBC Scotland how scammers used their images on fake accounts advertising sex work websites. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3r9mv6W

Fortnite: From piano player to pro gamer - aged just eight

Joseph Deen tells the BBC about his ambitions after signing with a professional esports team. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bXa7km

Zoom sees more growth after 'unprecedented' 2020

Zoom boss calls working from home "new reality" and predicts growth - but not at last year's pace. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3r6MBaV

Biden urged to back AI weapons to counter China and Russia threats

A long-awaited report says the US president should ignore calls for a ban on autonomous weapons. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dVlqvJ

Recipeasly: Food website removed after blogger backlash

Copying content without consent could be a breach of copyright, lawyers say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dYDrJQ

'Drunk' robot vacuums spark complaints from owners

Some Roombas have been behaving strangely following a recent software update from parent company iRobot. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3sDZs4u

Drivers locked out of their cars at Royston Tesco