Ultimate Android News

This month the company announced that it would move its share listing from New York to Hong Kong. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32OVgrf

Elon Musk rejects claims that his satellites are hogging space

His comments come after China complained to the United Nations about his internet satellite project. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3JlwwHI

TikTok moderator sues over 'psychological trauma'

Candie Frazier says her mental health suffered after watching "extreme and graphic" video content. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3JtJeo0

Apple puts Indian iPhone factory 'on probation'

Hundreds of staff at Foxconn in Sriperumbudur were reportedly hit by food poisoning. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3exacwL

CES 2022: More firms cancel in-person appearances

The major consumer technology trade show continues to suffer fallout from the spread of Omicron. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3eyz7jn

Vinyl sales soared again in 2021, thanks to Abba

The pop icons' surprise return helped UK vinyl sales top five million for the first time since 1990. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ezJtQ9

Riot Games to pay $100m in discrimination case

December 28, 2021

The League of Legends maker agrees to settle a 2018 gender discrimination class-action lawsuit from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3HkS2L8

Alexa tells 10-year-old girl to put penny in plug socket

December 28, 2021

Amazon has fixed its voice assistant so that it will not suggest the dangerous “challenge” again. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3exHyvg

Advice issued as drone spooks resting seals

December 28, 2021

A marine conservation charity is asking drone operators to keep their distance from seals. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3EAwloe

Elon Musk criticised after China space complaint to UN

December 27, 2021

The SpaceX boss was attacked on Chinese social media after the complaint was made public. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mFlCCX

Eco-laundry hopes to clean up how we wash clothes

December 24, 2021

A start-up from Oxford is hoping to make laundry more environmentally friendly. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32xodaS

Russia fines Google over illegal content breach

December 24, 2021

The verdict marks the first time Russia has fined a technology giant based on their annual turnover. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/32lUwd2

Tesla disables gaming while driving feature

December 24, 2021

It follows an inquiry into Passenger Play, which allowed games to be played while a car was moving. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3J8VGcu

TikTok ousts Google to become favourite online destination

Tiktok.com overtook other US tech giants in 2021, including Amazon, Apple, Facebook and Netflix. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3FqsknO

Netlicks? 'The TV screen you can taste’

A Japanese professor invents a prototype TV that sprays flavours onto a lickable "hygienic film". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33XNkod

Intel apologises to China over supplier advice

The US technology firm says sorry after it urged firms not to source products from Xinjiang. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3HatfJE

Chinese regulator pauses partnership with Alibaba

The firm's cloud computing arm "did not tell the regulator in time" about the Log4shell security flaw. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yWVPuT

US safety body to probe Tesla on in-car gameplay

December 22, 2021

It follows a complaint from an owner who discovered he could play games while driving. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3H6oArS

Big tech names withdraw from Las Vegas CES conference

December 22, 2021

Amazon, Facebook and Twitter say they will no longer attend in person. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/30QUj0N

Zee-Sony merger will create an Indian entertainment giant

December 22, 2021

Zee and Sony announced they will merge their television channels, film assets and streaming platforms. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3H1VhH0

Gaming disorder: Inside the clinic helping addicted teens

BBC News has exclusive access to the UK's only facility for video game addiction. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3phaHkw

Arsenal fan token posts broke advertising rules, says watchdog

The Advertising Standards Authority said the club 'failed to illustrate the risk of the investment'. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33PgVA1

OnlyFans founder is making way for firm's marketing chief

The founder of the content subscription site is stepping aside to focus on new endeavours. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3pfOFi8

Nationwide customers hit by payment delays

Problems with inbound and outgoing payments mean some people face issues receiving their wages. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3sEL6o3

Boeing and Airbus warn US over 5G safety concerns

The world's two biggest plane makers say the technology could have a negative impact on the aviation industry. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3J552pN

China Mobile to raise up to $8.8bn in Shanghai share listing

December 20, 2021

The firm was kicked off the New York Stock Exchange due to rules imposed by Donald Trump. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3EjE4qG

Miners experiment with hydrogen to power giant trucks

December 20, 2021

Anglo American is testing a hydrogen-powered giant truck in a bid to make its business greener. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3e9tCY7

Amazon-owned Twitch bans Amazon account after breast revealed on air

December 20, 2021

Amazon-owned Twitch bans Spanish Amazon Prime Video channel after host's breast revealed during live show. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3mlY8m7

Nreal Light: Augmented reality specs put to the test

BBC Click's Chris Fox finds out what Nreal's augmented reality specs can do. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3p8ADPq

China artificial intelligence firm relaunches SenseTime $767m listing

SenseTime's share sale was suspended last week after the US imposed an investment ban on the firm. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3FjRgNS

What is the metaverse?

From virtual versions of ourselves to augmented reality, we break down what the metaverse is. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3J3ZUSz

How to read your weather app

What you need to know about weather forecasts on your phone from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3J5YsPG

How to avoid gadget frustration on Christmas Day

Modern tech gifts might not be ready to work straight away - are you ready for Christmas morning? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ss42G6

Virtual reality worship: What carols at home looks like this Christmas

The Church of England has released a series of virtual reality carols from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3pag4Su

The robot chefs that can cook your Christmas dinner

If you fancy not having to do the cooking on 25 December then a robotic chef might be the solution. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3e7sFzS

BBC Bitcoin mining report used in crypto-scam

December 18, 2021

The BBC’s Silicon Valley correspondent investigates how his report was used to steal life savings. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3Ebq6ae

Anti-5G necklaces found to be radioactive

Conspiracy theories about 5G have fuelled a market for "anti-5G" accessories. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3e3Rcpa

US sanctions drone-maker DJI

The Treasury Department puts the Chinese drone giant DJI on an investment blacklist. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3scZ7sy

GirlsDoPorn victims win rights to their videos

More than 400 people can now demand the illegally obtained films be removed from websites. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ma3L6L

Nasa probe flies in Sun's atmosphere and other tech news

LJ Rich looks at the best of the week's technology news stories. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3p2eEcT

How Russia tries to censor Western social media

Western social media companies face huge fines as Russia pressures them to remove content it objects to. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3p1EkWS

Tech trends 2022: Starships and missing chips

From giant rockets to new ways to heat your home, a look at the technology that will emerge in 2022. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3q6d6xE

Meta bans surveillance-for-hire firms for targeting users

Facebook's owner is to alert about 50,000 people in more than 100 countries about "malicious" actions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3sdiguE

Millions more get fibre broadband but take-up lags

Eight million more homes have access to full-fibre broadband but fewer than a quarter choose to upgrade. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3yvSmDz

Sainsbury's payroll hit by Kronos attack

A ransomware attack on payroll systems provider Kronos hits multiple major companies in the UK and US from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3IV1o1D

TikToker Demi Skipper trades up from a hairpin to a house

Demi Skipper started with a hairpin and traded it up until she got a house. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3pUUtgc

Reddit: Social media platform files to go public

Reddit was at the centre of the so-called "meme stock" phenomenon earlier this year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3EWvPSC

Log4shell: US demands Christmas Eve deadline for hack fix

Federal agencies must protect themselves against a widespread security flaw by 24 December. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dWPuWS

Google will fire employees who refuse vaccinations, report says

A leaked memo warns employees who do not follow vaccine policy that they could lose their jobs. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3GJUSbX

‘I was murdered by my husband’ - tech gives victims a voice

Animated photographs of women before they were killed warn others about abusive relationships. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3s49P4I

Tesla Model 3: Paris' largest taxi firm suspends cars after fatal crash

One person died and 20 were hurt after a cabbie lost control of their Tesla Model 3 last weekend. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3DVntJI

Console shortages: Why can't I buy the Xbox Series X or PlayStation 5?

Chinese power cuts, the pandemic and other reasons you can't get your hands on gaming hardware. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3DYtdCy

Grindr fined £5.5m for sharing data for ads

The dating app sold a host of data without seeking consent from users, the Norwegian regulator found. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oWoSeU

Watchdog bans seven ads in crypto 'red alert'

Cryptocurrency ads by trading platforms, exchanges and a pizza chain broke rules, the ASA found. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3m5xJZY

Instagram sorry for blocking user named metaverse

The company admits an artist with the Instagram name @metaverse was wrongly blocked for "impersonation". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oSl91G

Apple launches Android app to address AirTags tracker fears

Apple releases an Android app to find its AirTag location trackers, in case they are misused. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oTlLV1

Bank of England warns on crypto-currency risks

Deputy governor Sir Jon Cunliffe says assets such as Bitcoin could affect the whole financial system. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lZ6oIw

Amazon criticised over safety at tornado-hit warehouse

The firm said events happened quickly at the Illinois site and it was "deeply saddened" by the deaths. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3DTyCe6

Online Safety Bill: New offences and tighter rules

The next stage of the landmark Online Safety Bill recommends major changes and tougher regulation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ylXnyq

How vending machines are making life better for Kenyans

By thinking small vending machine firms are delivering more affordable products for Kenyan shoppers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oRQOjP

Flaw prompts 100 hack attacks a minute, security company says

Businesses race to fix a security vulnerability posing a "severe risk", agencies and researchers say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3GESfZ1

Bored Ape NFT accidentally sells for $3,000 instead of $300,000

A "fat fingered" typing error seems to have cost an NFT dealer more than $250,000. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3m1wyuf

And Just Like That: Peloton responds with parody ad after shares tumble

The exercise equipment maker released an online parody after scene that sent its shares tumbling. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ykm524

Indian PM Modi's Twitter hacked with bitcoin tweet

The Indian prime minister's account had a message stating that bitcoin would be distributed to citizens. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31NIQiY

Alibaba fires woman who claimed sexual assault

The woman said a colleague and client had assaulted her on a business trip earlier this year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lXtJuo

How hologram tech may soon replace video calls

The coronavirus pandemic and travel bans have accelerated interest in holographic communication. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31LPuGK

Storm Arwen: Why power cuts left people unable to phone for help

People with new digital phone lines were unable to call for help during the Storm Arwen power cuts. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3EOrMrw

Instagram influencer received 'hundreds' of obscene photos

December 11, 2021

Podcaster Jess Davies is among those who want to see cyber-flashing criminalised. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3GFkqqV

The technology helping keep women safe on the streets

December 11, 2021

There are plenty of apps which can make women feel safer on a night out. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3IDFi3w

Nobel Peace Prize: Maria Ressa attacks social media 'toxic sludge'

Philippine journalist Maria Ressa accuses internet sites of using a "God-like power" to sow division. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dI9mwJ

Four-wheeled robot walks upright and other tech news

LJ Rich looks at the best of the week's technology news stories. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3GCmNL7

Microsoft Teams bug blocked Android emergency call

A user whose grandmother was having a suspected stroke was unable to make a call to 911. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3IGeVd4

Google issues warning to location-sharing apps

Apps could be dropped from Play store if developers are not clear about how personal data is shared. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3DGxsT1

Game Awards 2021: It Takes Two wins game of the year

The ceremony also gave glimpses of the new Matrix and Sonic the Hedgehog films. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3DGzcfa

Meta releases social VR space Horizon Worlds

After more than a year in private test mode, Meta's first foray into connected digital worlds goes live. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33cBRR3

Football fans spending millions on club crypto-tokens

Supporters have spent at least £260m on controversial fan tokens from major clubs, data suggests. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3pLNpCo

The country that is Europe's hub for cargo bikes

In Germany, generous subsidies are leading to more sophisticated cargo bikes. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3s06dR0

Instagram boss calls for more teen protection

The social media giant's chief urged US lawmakers to create a new governing body. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/333G35x

Canadian man charged over ransomware attacks

The 31-year-old is accused of co-ordinating cyber-attacks on businesses and individuals. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ItzwS5

Amazon fined $1.2bn by Italian regulators

It marks the second fine against the company by the country in a matter of weeks. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3pBcrEi

Maker of suicide pod plans to sell it in Switzerland

Those offering end-of-life services and legal experts are not convinced. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3EG8bd0

Shelby Lynch: TikTok influencer on dispelling disability myths

Shelby Lynch, who has spinal muscular atrophy, answers questions and tackles trolls online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ozddT0

UK to phase out 2G and 3G by 2033

The UK's five largest mobile networks have agreed to the timeframe, with some aiming to phase out before. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3pDI3ZX

'Euros' is most googled term of 2021 in UK

The three most searched for terms on Google UK this year were football-related. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3DyfS3p

Divine Comedy: Robot Ai-da creates a poem to honour Dante

Ai-da is performing self-composed poetry readings to mark the 700th anniversary of poet's death. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31HVTm1

5G in Coverdale: Ancient valley set for telecoms upgrade

A 5G switch-on is set to revolutionise life for those who work in Yorkshire's remote Coverdale. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3Gpoo6W

Bitcoin 'founder' wins right to keep billions of dollars

A jury decided Craig Wright, who says he created the cryptocurrency, can retain bitcoin worth billions of dollars. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rIBGao

CEO Secrets: 'Call centre work trained me to be a CEO'

Steven Bartlett, the 29-year-old co-founder of Social Chain, shares his business advice. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3EBxxsj

Google sues alleged Russian cyber criminals

Hackers behind a malicious "botnet" may have used their network to infect over a million computers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3Grs6Nn

TikTok jumps on online shopping bandwagon

Social media app TikTok is producing its first live shopping and entertainment event in the UK. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3oxwxjz

Chinese social media giant Weibo's shares fall in Hong Kong debut

Last week, Chinese ride-hailing giant Didi said it will move its listing to Hong Kong from the US. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lJU7rt

Hacker named Bowser must pay Nintendo in piracy case

Gary Bowser admitted to making hacking tools that allowed people to play pirated games. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ovRATq

Ubisoft NFTs, called 'Digits', launch for in-game items

Game maker Ubisoft is launching its in-game NFT system this week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3y2CnMU

Instagram announces changes ahead of political grilling

Platform boss unveils new safety features a day before being quizzed by the US Senate. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3IsRGDf

US watchdog probes Tesla over solar-panel safety

Fire risks were not properly disclosed by the company, a whistleblower alleges. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lHJSUJ

Vishal Garg: US boss fires 900 employees over Zoom

"Last time I did this I cried," said the head of the online mortgage lender laying off 15% of his staff. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lHbclL

Rohingya sue Facebook for £150bn over Myanmar hate speech

The social media giant is accused of fuelling violence against the persecuted minority in Myanmar. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3IjBwfs

Virgin Media O2 'completes' gigabit upgrade after two years

Virgin Media O2 says it has completed a two-year upgrade of its entire network to gigabit speeds. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dp0dc3

Wall Street watchdogs probe Trump media firm deal

At the weekend the Trump Media and Technology Group said it had secured $1bn of investment. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3GiPTPf

Byju's and the other side of an edtech giant's dizzying rise

Indian firm Byju's faces allegations of pursuing hyper growth using high pressure sales tactics. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3doNJ4j

Lara Croft: 25 years of Tomb Raider and a British gaming icon

The team behind Lara Croft talk to Newsbeat about her history and where she goes next. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3os5qq3

Africa's patchy transport network gets a tech boost

The first year of a free trade deal in Africa has spurred investment, but more needs to be done. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3Ir9f6L

Spar cyber attack hits more than 300 convenience stores

The attack targeted a company in Lancashire which operates Spar's tills and IT systems. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3GnBW2N

Uber likely to start charging VAT on rides after UK ruling

In a move that will affect the whole taxi industry, a judge has ruled Uber must make contracts with its customers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lEWFH8

Using virtual reality to treat pain and anxiety

Government research suggests immersive technologies have the potential to "transform" therapy and healthcare. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3EtCUtv

Far-right target critics with Twitter's new media policy

Far-right activists are using Twitter's new media policy to target anti-extremism researchers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3doV83z

BitMart: Crypto-exchange loses $150m to hackers

BitMart is the latest in a string of crypto-exchange websites to fall prey to a cyber-attack, from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lEv6hb

Online Safety Bill : What to expect

Politicians are due to give their recommendations for the landmark piece of legislation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lFd6Dr

Trump social media firm says it has raised $1bn

December 05, 2021

The former US president is working to launch a social media app called Truth Social early next year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3onM4SJ

The tech helping shops - and Santa - deliver this Christmas

December 05, 2021

A number of tech solutions are out there to help retailers optimise sending out our presents. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lEEUIi

Parag Agrawal: Why Indian-born CEOs dominate Silicon Valley

Parag Agrawal, Twitter's new CEO, is the latest of several Indian-Americans leading global tech firms. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3omncLb

Virtual yacht sells for $650,000 and other tech news

LJ Rich looks at the best of the week's technology news stories. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lwg4dv

Uber to pay $9m in sex-assault report settlement

The ride-hailing firm has resolved a long-standing row with California officials over its records. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/31qLnj5

US challenges Nvidia takeover of chip designer Arm

Regulators in the UK and Europe are also investigating the proposed purchase of the chip designer. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3lyBS8d

US creditors can now DM debtors on social media

The new rule lets debt collectors text and direct message millions of Americans who default on loans. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3DkFgK6

China app giant Didi plans US stock market exit in move to Hong Kong

The move comes after the company came under intense scrutiny from regulators in the US and China. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3DlM6yV

Ride hailing app Grab falls in $40bn market debut

Shares start trading in ride-hailing firm Grab which has used a shell company for its flotation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ruKQr5

How to spot the software that could be spying on you

Software used to spy on someone via their phone is a growing threat and common in domestic abuse cases. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xMHKzP

Government fined £500,000 for New Year honours data breach

The addresses of more than 1,000 people, including Sir Elton John and Gabby Logan, were shared online. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3IhHKN8

Virgin Media outage hits UK TV viewers

The company said it was aware of an issue affecting TV services and is working to fix it. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3El81HG

Jack Dorsey’s Square changes its name to Block

Days after Jack Dorsey resigned as chief executive of Twitter, his other company is changing its name. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3IaHiA2

Facebook uncovers Chinese network behind fake expert

It deleted 500 accounts which amplified claims that the US was meddling in the Covid origins search. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3xK2ZSE

Cryptocurrency executives to be questioned in Congress

Washington is joining other governments in scrutinising the rapidly expanding sector more closely. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rth3ib

Match settles legal fight with Tinder founders for $441m

Dating app Tinder's founders claimed in court that Match had undervalued the firm by $10bn in 2017. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3FWtgAa

Scientists claim big advance in using DNA to store data

Scientists say they have made a major step forward in storing information in molecules of DNA. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3Iaxh5X

Microsoft Edge buy now pay later scheme met with criticism

Its Edge browser has added a credit scheme - which users have labelled as "exploitative". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dawvHH

Twitch unleashes AI tool to spot banned users

Twitch's suspicious-user detection system uses machine learning to spot those trying to evade bans. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3ocu6mh

UK's fastest broadband found in Swansea street

Residents can, according to website Uswitch.com, download a two-hour film in 47 seconds. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3d3DEd3

Why Mars-bound astronauts may go to Iceland first

With a similar landscape to other worlds, it could aid research into extra-terrestrial missions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3G0wouT

Duolingo boss: 'Develop your social skills'