Rescuers question what3words' use in emergencies
Mountain Rescue in England and Wales shows the BBC dozens of wrong addresses it has been given. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3p67imU
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Why electric cars will take over sooner than you think
The BBC's Justin Rowlatt explains why we are accelerating towards an electric car future. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TqY6hb
Privacy group targets website 'cookie terror'
Campaigners lodge hundreds of complaints against sites they claim break cookie laws. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wKX6Tv
Gaza conflict: Instagram changes algorithm after alleged bias
Instagram says its ranking system had a "bigger impact than expected" on some types of posts. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fDu1nw
Esports' popularity 'only scratching the surface'
Traditional sport must 'shift' to attract new audiences says the boss of a major esports team. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3p9Wfcr
'I lost millions through cryptocurrency addiction'
Jake got addicted to trading cryptocurrency and lost more than £1m of money that was not his. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yJKyh3
Noisy appliances: How loud is your house?
Environmental consultancy Quiet Mark is on a mission to ensure technology is seen but barely heard. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fxxkfR
Buying a pink NFT cat was a crypto nightmare
Trying to own a virtual feline proves to be an exhausting and expensive process. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wD2Zly
Social media and the law: Could your next tweet get you in trouble?
A lawyer tells Newsbeat we should all think twice before posting anything online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3uymcn4
Amazon offers 'wellness chamber' for stressed staff
The "AmaZen" chambers will let staff watch meditation videos and see "calming scenes". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/34uaoaS
Frome couple lose savings in Royal Mail text scam
Tom and Freyja Cuff say their bank account was emptied by fraudsters, leaving them with nothing. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3i53vFf
The robot paramedic saving lives, and other tech news
BBC Click's LJ Rich looks at the best tech news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vzrQqr
Russian hackers target aid groups in new cyber-attack, says Microsoft
A fresh wave of cyber-attacks targets government agencies and human rights groups, mostly in the US. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ftQ9Av
Tesla cameras will monitor driver awareness
The electric car company says it will now "detect inattentiveness" amid safety concerns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2SwnmlQ
Harambe: Gorilla photo to be sold as an NFT five years after he was shot dead
Memes and vigils were sparked worldwide when the western lowland gorilla was shot dead five years ago. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3uqVHzX
Police raid cannabis farm, find Bitcoin mine
Police say they raided the building thinking they were going to find a cannabis farm. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vu3le9
Deepfake pornography could become an 'epidemic', expert warns
A leading legal expert says new technology makes it much easier to abuse and harass women with fake porn videos. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/34rLs3M
Self-driving vehicles to be trialled in Cambridge
It is hoped the vehicles, which carry up to 10 people, will transform public transport. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2RUsgsK
Social media giant lists new 'Twitter Blue' subscription service
It comes as the social media giant attempts to diversify its revenue sources from advertising. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hYqYYt
'I don't think online school is right for me'
College educators are trying new technology to make online classes more engaging. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fsCBFj
Amazon construction site paused again as another noose found
The retail giant halted construction of a factory in Connecticut briefly after an eighth noose was found. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oYNty6
Agency worker's LinkedIn rant about 'picky' staff leads to job offers
Lee Moore's post about fellow agency staff is seen by more than four million people. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vqG8JS
NatWest launches 'urgent' cryptocurrency scam alert
A warning on NatWest's banking app warns customers to beware of cryptocurrency scams. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yLv8ZU
Legality of collecting faces online challenged
Clearview AI has a huge database of three billion images collected from the web. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fqKoUk
Mazda’s CX-9: A Crossover That’s a Treat for Parents
By BY TOM VOELK from NYT Automobiles https://ift.tt/3i1Mk7h
James Bond to stay on the big screen after Amazon deal
What does Amazon's $8.45bn deal to buy MGM mean for 007 and the studio's other films and TV shows? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yI8i59
Twitter worry over 'freedom of expression' in India
Police visited Twitter offices after it tagged a ruling party spokesman tweet as "manipulated media". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fv5vF7
'Epic action': Cinemas open screens for gamers
Video game fans bring their console, or hire one and experience playing their games at a new scale. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vrwfM6
Marcus Rashford: Manchester United striker highlights racial abuse after Europa League loss
Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford says he has received "at least 70 racial slurs" on social media following the Europa League final loss to Villarreal. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/34m3B3e
The children selling explicit videos on OnlyFans
British subscription site OnlyFans is failing to prevent underage users from selling and appearing in explicit videos, a BBC investigation has found. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vquTkK
Royal Mail's first 'all-electric' delivery office in Bristol
Diesel vehicles at a Bristol delivery office have been replaced by electric ones. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oSyANu
Uber recognises union for first time in landmark deal
Trade union GMB can negotiate for drivers after it was recognised by the ride-hailing giant. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yIkgvy
Microsoft president: Orwell’s 1984 could happen in 2024
Tech executives warned that democracy has to win the AI arms race, in a new BBC Panorama. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/34pV5zS
Iran bans cryptocurrency mining for four months after blackouts
President Hassan Rouhani says the energy-consuming activity must be halted for four months. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3p4lZHr
Amazon buys Hollywood studio MGM for $8.45bn
The move gives the US tech giant the chance to expand the library of movies available on its streaming service. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oZF7Gs
Instagram lets users hide likes to reduce social media pressure
Users across the world will be able to choose whether to hide the Like Counts on their app. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/34mulAm
WhatsApp: Facebook-owned app goes to court over India privacy rules
WhatsApp says India's new digital media rules will violate the privacy of its users. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2QTi8QJ
'Irresponsible' London Underground Bitcoin advert banned
Cryptocurrency exchange Luno rapped by the ASA for targeting inexperienced consumers from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fmrhuz
'I thought I was too old to be on TikTok'
Spencer West has garnered legions of fans sharing his perspective as a disability advocate. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oPPdJE
Amazon accused of unfair pricing policies by Washington DC
The Washington DC Attorney General said on Tuesday it was suing the firm over competition concerns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bTFjSa
AI emotion-detection software tested on Uyghurs
A software engineer tells BBC's Panorama about installing the system in police stations in Xinjiang. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/34m9RaQ
Deleted police records were on outdated 1970s IT system
The files on the Police National Computer were recovered - but a report calls for urgent reforms. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oMFEvh
Airbnb boss: 'Cornwall is now more popular than London'
CEO Airbnb Brian Chesky says people's travel habits have fundamentally changed due to the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fjl1Ul
Bitcoin Mining Council to report renewable energy usage
The Tesla CEO and a group of Bitcoin miners hope to improve the currency's sustainability. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wyepXO
Florida high school alters 80 'immodest' yearbook photos of students
Eighty students had yearbook photos edited without their consent to hide their chests and shoulders. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bO41TO
Russia threatens to slow down Google over 'banned content'
The country’s media watchdog says it will slow down internet speeds to the site if the content is not deleted. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ueMt9P
Tesla fined in Norway over battery issues
A court has ruled that the car giant must pay £11,500 to each complainant. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oM938R
Peloton to build first US factory after supply problems
The exercise equipment company has struggled to keep up with demand during the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fNB1gu
Indian police visit Twitter's office after 'manipulated media' label
It comes after the social media giant labelled a ruling party spokesman tweet as "manipulated media". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fDT8oS
Florida governor signs bill to ban Big Tech 'deplatforming'
The Florida measure will fine companies that violate the rules up to $250,000 per day. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2R9GYvo
Tech giants fight 'cloud wars' deep in the ocean
To boost their services, Google and Facebook are investing in undersea cables that span the world. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bO9jyY
Epic v Apple: What have we learned?
Epic's legal battle with Apple should wind up on Monday, but the judge may take months to make a ruling. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bNp0Xa
Three years of GDPR: the biggest fines so far
British Airways has received the largest fine issued so far under European data protection laws. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fflAhS
Eight arrests in Royal Mail text scam investigation
One man is charged following dawn raids in London, Coventry, Birmingham and Essex. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/34pMr4N
£300m investment to fuel electric car take-up
Energy regulator Ofgem has approved funding for infrastructure needed to support more charging points. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3udkR5a
Charlie Bit My Finger video to be taken off YouTube after selling for £500,000
The piece of internet history will now be taken off YouTube, after more than 880 million views. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bP4eWR
Mayhill: Facial recognition technology used after Swansea disorder
Police say more arrests will be made this week and they are using the technology to identify others. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vhyCRt
Glastonbury live-stream delivers a rush of nostalgia in the face of failure
The concert brought back fond memories, despite technical problems disrupting the live-stream. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bKgCYs
Air India cyber-attack: Data of millions of customers compromised
Passport details, ticket information and credit card data were compromised in the February attack. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TeCrZP
The couple who met on YouTube
Australian Anitha Kannan and Ian Chalmers, from the UK, met over YouTube and bonded over social anxiety in lockdown. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vfSEMk
'Did weak wi-fi password lead the police to our door?'
A young family had their computers and phones seized after, it seems, their router was hacked. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2QGXVxh
Covid: India tells social media firms to remove 'India variant' from content
Platforms are told to take down all content that refers to an "Indian variant" of the coronavirus. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3f7kJQm
Apple v Epic: Tim Cook takes the stand in Epic legal row
Apple's boss Tim Cook is on the witness stand in the high-profile legal row with Epic Games. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3u97Tp5
The women fighting for digital equality
The pandemic has both drawn attention to the gender digital divide - and helped close it. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hHYfXK
Tinder tweak urges people to think before sending abuse
The dating app will detect abusive messages before they are sent and ask the writer to pause. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/344Vwzy
Snapchat Spectacles AR: Augmented reality on your face
Snap Inc's new specs promise AR overlays through glasses - but are on limited release for now. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fB9grd
Robot scales stairs without ‘seeing’ and other news
LJ Rich looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Rzxwlz
Cyber attack: Tool to restore stolen Irish health data tested
The Irish government says the decryption tool could help get the healthcare system back to normal. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2SXbA43
WeWork reports loss of nearly $2.1bn ahead of stock market debut
The troubled office-sharing startup's business was hit particularly hard by the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2S7z06t
Teaching artificial intelligence to control navy submarines
Submarines controlled by artificial intelligence are being designed to take on military missions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/342P9go
Apple criticised for storing data inside China
The tech giant said it was complying with local law but did not compromise data security. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3v6OUN6
Twitter finds racial bias in image-cropping AI
Months after users raised concerns, Twitter drops its algorithm for cropping photos over bias worries. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bG3dk7
Farewell (again) to Microsoft's Internet Explorer
Microsoft has set a deadline for retiring its legacy web browser from consumer versions of Windows 10. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fDKKG6
NFTs: Are they the future of the music industry?
Non-fungible tokens have set the music industry abuzz - but are these digital assets set to last? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33ZD8Ij
Elon Musk UK visit drives Tesla factory rumours
A two-day stop in the UK has ignited speculation that the tech mogul is looking for factory sites. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hN65zc
Colonial Pipeline boss confirms $4.4m ransom payment
Joseph Blount told the Wall Street Journal that he authorised the payment following the cyber-attack. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yqZLTU
ByteDance: TikTok's co-founder to step down as chief executive
The hugely popular short-video app was regularly criticised by former President Donald Trump. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2SdjnKD
Ransomware: Should paying hacker ransoms be illegal?
As cyber-attacks intensify around the world, two experts argue for or against a ban on payments from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wl5qsS
Parents' evenings 'to stay on Zoom after pandemic'
The government’s Covid school catch-up tsar said the evenings were “much better” when held remotely. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2QAVwV0
Twitch 'hot tub streamer' has ads pulled by streaming site
Streamer Amouranth said Twitch has pulled ads because she is "not advertiser friendly". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3v5tRuq
Apple Powerbeats 2 headphone customers receive payout
The compensation is from a $9.75m class action lawsuit settled last year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33XDwas
Charlie Bit My Finger video to be auctioned as an NFT
The viral video of brothers Harry and Charlie - now 17 and 15 - will be taken off YouTube. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ot3AUh
Bitcoin falls further as China cracks down on crypto currencies
The price of Bitcoin fell below $40,000 for the first time in three months after China imposed fresh curbs. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bzc7ja
How retail tech could change how we shop in the future
Concept store Cornershop is trialling retail technology to find out what people want from stores. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bDkOsO
Six announcements from Google I/O
Google's annual conference unveils their latest tech. Here's what we found interesting. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2RsKFwJ
Google AI tool can help patients identify skin conditions
The tech giant says its "dermatology assist" tool can recognise 288 different skin ailments. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eZDcOs
Amazon investigated by German anti-trust watchdog
New German laws mean the regulator can take faster action to prohibit any anti-competitive behaviour. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ormDy2
Elon Musk impersonators earn millions from crypto-scams
Losses to fraudsters pretending to be celebrities rose 1,000% in a year, say US consumer officials. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3v0fg3b
SolarWinds hack: Russian denial 'unconvincing'
The director of Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service denied it was behind the cyber-attack. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3f1qm2B
Porn blocker 'missing' from Online Safety Bill prompts concern
Campaigners are "astonished" that a promised age check for porn is not in the Online Safety Bill. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Rpt8Wd
Universities keeping lectures online into autumn term
A student petition calls it "ridiculous" as some UK universities keep lectures online for next term. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3by6z8L
Russia spy chief suggests West behind SolarWinds cyber-attack
Sergei Naryshkin speaks to the BBC in a rare interview about 2020's SolarWinds cyber-attack in the US. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yj9Gew
Amazon in talks to buy MGM Studios for $9bn: Reports
The deal would give the e-commerce giant's streaming service a vast library of content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3uVJCUs
Should encryption be curbed to combat child abuse?
Cyber-security experts, tech firms and lawyers weigh in on the end-to-end encryption debate. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3454QDP
Why is Huawei still in the UK?
Huawei defends its links with British universities, says it admires UK innovation from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3wqlMkj
Bill Gates left Microsoft amid affair investigation
Microsoft has said that it investigated Mr Gates' attempt in 2000 "to initiate an intimate relationship". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bxIs9U
Jake Paul investigated over suspected driving on protected turtle beach
Some Puerto Rico beaches are protected as endangered turtles nest in the sand. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3uPtSSZ
Mayflower: Ship to sail across Atlantic without a crew
The autonomous craft will travel 3,500 miles (5,630km) from Plymouth, UK to Massachusetts in the US. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2S4gThy
New emergency text alerts to be trialled
A warning system will tested to advise people in areas affected by floods, fires, terror attacks or industrial incidents. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bzqNPr
Waymo self-driving taxi confused by traffic cones flees help
The vehicle became stuck multiple times and repeatedly drove away when roadside assistance approached. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2SYl6nF
Israel-Gaza: Why is the region blurry on Google Maps?
High-resolution images of Israel and Gaza are available, so why not via public mapping tools? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2QrE9pA
AT&T nearing $150bn Discovery streaming merger: Reports
A deal could see Harry Potter-maker Warner Bros. and Discovery's lifestyle channels under the same owner. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2RT5Zvb
Covid-19: YouTube launches vaccination ad campaign
The video-sharing site will pay for ads on buses, billboards and its own site to promote vaccination. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fqXDDd
The app that lets you pay to control another person's life
NewNew aims to connect artists with their fans who can vote on aspects of their work and daily life. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oiZhe8
Robot gives insight into how cats walk 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/2SSSWdJ
'Huge shortage' in digital skills says Apprentice winner
Some UK firms are struggling to fill roles demanding digital skills, so how easy is it to retrain? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3tR2DG9
US fuel pipeline 'paid hackers $5m in ransom'
Reports say Colonial Pipeline paid cyber-criminal gang DarkSide a ransom to prevent a data leak. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ohSUI8
Amazon set to hire 10,000 UK workers
The tech giant is tightening its grip on retail as the coronavirus pandemic continues from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33JtPwe
Is Bitcoin bad for the environment?
The BBC's Ros Atkins looks into Bitcoin's affect on the environment after Tesla suspended vehicle purchases using Bitcoin due to climate change concerns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hmaPMd
Irish health service hit by cyber attack
The Health Service Executive in Ireland temporarily shuts down its IT system after a "significant ransomware attack". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2QmKJxC
IBM says chip shortage could last two years
The President of the US tech giant told the BBC that the shortage could last another two years. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3y4Hv2R
Jeff Bezos and the secretive world of superyachts
The world's richest man will reportedly set sail next month on one of the largest superyachts ever built. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hqNFEy
Reminders on rise as WhatsApp update deadline looms
Users yet to accept new terms and conditions will now receive "persistent" reminders. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3uKNBTW
Victim of 'Elon Musk' Bitcoin scam loses home deposit
Teacher Julie Bushnell says she lost her deposit for a new home in a cryptocurrency giveaway con. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33DqsH9
Tfl Go: London travel app outperformed by Google Maps
Busyness data apps are expected to increase in use as commuters return to offices after lockdown. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3uJIKCo
NHS tracing app 'prevented thousands of deaths'
Peer-reviewed research suggests the contact-tracing app prevented between 284,000 and 594,000 cases. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2QiM8VU
Colonial hack: Biden orders tightening of cyber-defences
The order calls for a wide range of moves likely to keep government departments busy. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fcOqhH
Chrissy Teigen sorry for bullying Courtney Stodden on Twitter
TV personality Courtney Stodden accepts her apology but questions its sincerity. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vWuGWe
James Charles fans 'send death threats' to producer
Kelly Rocklein says she has received abuse since her legal action against the YouTuber became public. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3w0IjUq
BT vows to give 5m more homes fast broadband
The telecoms giant says its new full-fibre investment strategy could create up to 7,000 jobs. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oha0Wj
Tesla will no longer accept bitcoin over climate concerns, says Musk
The initial decision made by Tesla in March to accept bitcoin caused an outcry from environmentalists. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ftP0YH
Tesla stops accepting Bitcoin as payment for its cars.
By BY NEAL E. BOUDETTE from NYT Automobiles https://ift.tt/3y9seOf
Facebook moderator: ‘Every day was a nightmare’
This is the first time a social media moderator has testified to a parliamentary committee. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eGLFGl
Amazon has €250m 'back taxes' overturned in court
A court has overturned an EU order for Amazon to pay millions in taxes to Luxembourg. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bl3YPs
Female football fans share experiences of abuse
Meliza and Kendall are dedicated football fans but say they experience abuse because of their gender. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3o70Onz
Pet and shopping scams surge during pandemic
The BBC highlights ways to avoid fraud following a 44% rise in online shopping fraud during Covid. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ROYS6P
Government lays out plans to protect users online
The Online Safety Bill threatens media giants with big fines - but aims to protect political debate. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3faiDhd
US petrol supplies tighten after Colonial Pipeline hack
Some petrol stations run out of fuel in the US southeast as the Colonial Pipeline remains shut. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3w50msN
Uber and Lyft set to offer free rides to US vaccine sites
The White House highlights the upcoming offer of free trips in the US by the ride-hailing firms. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hnWAX9
Tesla crash: Autopilot was off, says preliminary report
A car involved in a fatal crash in April had no-one in the driving seat when it was discovered. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3f6NiME
Contest inspires next generation of female code breakers
More than 6,500 pupils from across the UK took part in the CyberFirst Girls competition. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33x7Jwy
NHS app ready to become vaccine passport next week
People will be able to use the app for travel - but only if they have received two vaccine doses. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33A2Qms
Apple's UK users deserve app price compensation, claim says
Legal action in the UK seeks compensation from Apple for high prices from a lack of competition. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bidBOK
The volunteers using 'honeypot' groups to fight anti-vax propaganda
Volunteers are busting anti-vaccine conspiracy theories with decoy Facebook groups. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vQ2jJg
Meituan: China tech giant's shares slide over ancient poem
Shares in Meituan slumped after its boss reportedly shared, then deleted, a Tang dynasty poem. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3tDvgGK
Mind-boggling magnets could unlock plentiful power
Powerful magnets are bringing abundant, pollution-free electricity a step closer. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3tDCn25
Colonial hack: How did cyber-attackers shut off pipeline?
Attacks on critical national infrastructure are an increasing concern, experts say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3o2lw83
Actor sues TikTok for using her voice in viral tool
Bev Standing’s voice is used on the social-media platform's text-to-speech feature. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33D0x1X
HSBC to pilot Zoom-free Friday afternoons
The trial comes in an effort to tackle stress caused by working from home during the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3hdOIY6
Emily Taylor: Fuel pipeline cyber-attack is 'extortion'
There have been warnings of increased ransomware attacks, the chief executive of Oxford Information Labs says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vMzWf8
Clubhouse launches on Android as app downloads collapse
The invitation-only audio platform will be available on Google’s Android to users in the US and UK. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bf6BSS
Martin Lewis and Sir Richard Branson's names most used by scammers
The pair are the celebrities whose faces appear in more fake endorsement scams than anyone else, cyber agency says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Q5UMXJ
Cryptocurrency: Musk's SpaceX to launch dogecoin moon mission
The value of the cryptocurrency has fallen sharply after Mr Musk called it a "hustle" on US TV. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bfmcBI
Dangerous eBay listings can be removed by regulators
A new set of tools will let some regulators pull items from sale on eBay without company approval. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xXG0TS
The tech helping emergency responders save lives in the pandemic
How technology has helped emergency responders save lives during the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33vhcoo
Biden declares state of emergency over fuel cyber-attack
The largest fuel pipeline in the US has been taken offline by an ongoing ransomware cyber-attack. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3heV61A
TripAdvisor 'sorry' for offensive Auschwitz review
TripAdvisor initially found nothing wrong with a death camp review containing a gas chamber "joke". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3f6bP4t
Robot learns to brush hair 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/3nUAMDG
Virgin Media customers left waiting longest on phone
Virgin Media and Virgin Mobile had the longest average customer call waiting times, Ofcom has found. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3nWYUFU
Twitter adds 'tip jar' to pay for good tweeting
Twitter launches a new payment feature for good tweets - but it comes with privacy concerns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vG9Iee
Trump social media: Twitter suspends account sharing ex-president's posts
The social media platform said the account was trying to evade Mr Trump's Twitter ban from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xTlQdF
Taking an invention from idea to the marketplace
Lockdown spurred many people to invent new products, but how did they get to market? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2R1a7ZR
BT Smart Hub 2 router 'breaking' home networks
Users say they are being forced to choose between range or speed, or face an unusable network. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3h6QMkU
IBM 2nm chip breakthrough claims more power with less energy
Next-gen processor tech gives more performance with less energy use, IBM claims. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vRCDMB
No full-time return to the office for over a million
Almost all of 50 big UK firms tell the BBC staff will divide their time between home and office in future. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3h16DRT
Twitter tells users to be nice and think twice before replying
The social media platform will prompt users to review "potentially harmful or offensive" replies. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xQ93c0
Father calls for pornography sites to require proof of age
A father and an Oxford student seek a High Court hearing to require age verification on porn sites. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vJhoMD
Millions at security risk from old routers, Which? warns
Research by Which? looked at a selection of older routers still being used by customers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xRX9yr
Google boss emails staff detailing return to office
In an email, chief executive Sundar Pichai suggests working three days in the office is the way forward. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xR68zV
Apple puts more adverts in App Store after ad-tracking ban
After a move to limit ad tracking by other companies, Apple expands its own advertising business. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vKdl2J
Peloton recalls treadmills after child's death
Home fitness equipment firm recalls Tread and Tread+ machines after six-year-old child pulled under treadmill. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eUZ5NU
Woman loses nearly £113k in dating site romance fraud
Rachel Elwell says she is facing bankruptcy after losing money to a scammer. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3nMBtPo
Trump launches new 'communications' platform
The former president releases new website after social media ban earlier this year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3tjTgyG
Facebook Oversight Board to rule on Trump account ban
The Oversight Board will decide whether the former president can return to Facebook on Wednesday. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2QKMyoh
Gates divorce: Business 'as usual' for foundation
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation is likely to continue as now, Dr Beth Breeze says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eRockK
Sony’s PlayStation to integrate Discord chat for gamers
As part of the deal, Sony will hold a minority stake in the popular gaming chat platform. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Rp4Hrq
Royal Marines test out jet suit
The Royal Marines are testing out a jet suit to assist in Maritime Boarding Operations. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3uuvbGA
How can we avoid coded bias in facial recognition tech?
Artificial intelligence researcher Joy Buolamwini explains why we should question the technology. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xE4RvM
Bill and Melinda Gates: A life in pictures
Images of the couple, who set up the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation in 2000, after they announce their divorce. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3utucqx
Teens, tech and mental health: Oxford study finds no link
The Oxford study used data from more than 430,000 young people, gathered over 28 years. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ujn1B5
Canadian sign war captivates the internet
For the past week, businesses in a Canadian town have been embroiled in a war of words via signs. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2SpdURh
Microchip shortage: Inside a factory racing to meet demand
Katie Silver tours a microchip factory in Singapore racing to meet demand amid a global shortage. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vwdmY2
Food giants respond to worries over packaging
The phasing out of single-use plastics gathers pace with big companies adopting alternatives. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3vFutGK
Bill and Melinda Gates divorce after 27 years of marriage
In a statement the pair said "we no longer believe we can grow together as a couple". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3aYxU3I
Yahoo sold again in new bid to revive its fortunes
The internet trailblazer is sold as part of a $5bn deal that includes another pioneer, AOL. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3nGlrXt
Vodafone using Google's cloud and AI to retain customers
Telcos are increasingly turning to machine learning, cloud and data analytics to boost revenues. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3egrfnv
Four held in German-led raid on huge child sexual abuse network
German police say a dark web club for sharing images of child sex abuse had more than 400,000 users. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3tcQ1ZT
Millions offered half price broadband from BT
Low-income customers will be offered more than 50% off a fibre broadband package from June. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33mWbw9
Apetamin: Instagram criticised over weight gain drug
NHS England calls for a clamp down on the targeting of the "dangerous" unlicensed drug at young women. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3tbHLt7
Grab: How an Uber killer became a powerful Asian super-app
South East Asian taxi firm Grab is becoming one of Asia's most powerful financial super-apps from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eQquR6
Why can't Google get a grip on rip-off ads?
Shyster websites topped the search results every time during a 12-month BBC investigation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3h2HWVj
Huawei Mate X2: Mastering the folding phone formula
Huawei has revealed the third iteration of its folding phone, taking inspiration from Samsung. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eh1pQl
'I was terrible at crosswords so I built an AI to do them'
Dr Fill , a computer program, has just won one of the most prestigious crossword competitions in the US. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eOMWKj
Apple to face Epic Games in court
Epic’s antitrust lawsuit against the tech giant could decide the future of Apple's App Store. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ujntzm
'More and more people don't want a traditional burial'
With cremations on the rise, firms now offer such things as turning your ashes into artificial reef formations or human compost. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ufeXRB