The abortion clues that can hide on your phone |
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 23:31:51 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
There are a number of concerns around data protection following the US Supreme Court's ruling on abortion. |
Instagram: Video selfies trial to verify age of teens |
Fri, 24 Jun 2022 13:23:19 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
The Meta-owned app is trialling new verification methods to ensure teens meet platform age rules. |
Two killed as Nio electric car falls from third floor office in Shanghai |
Fri, 24 Jun 2022 03:28:51 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Pictures show a gaping hole in the side of car maker Nio's Shanghai HQ, and a smashed vehicle below. |
Toyota recalls electric cars over concerns about loose wheels |
Fri, 24 Jun 2022 04:18:38 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
The bZ4X is the Japanese motor industry giant's first mass-produced all-electric vehicle. |
Period tracking apps warning over Roe v Wade case in US |
Sat, 07 May 2022 00:11:21 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Digital rights group the Electronic Frontier Foundation says women must know how their data is being used. |
Netflix cuts 300 more jobs after subscriptions fall |
Thu, 23 Jun 2022 19:57:32 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
In April the streaming giant reported its first subscriber loss in more than a decade. |
New Tesla factories losing billions of dollars, Musk says |
Thu, 23 Jun 2022 07:12:36 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Elon Musk said the Covid-19 lockdown in Shanghai was "very difficult" for the electric car maker. |
Twitter tests 'notes' feature with 2,500 word limit |
Wed, 22 Jun 2022 22:57:51 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
The trial will allow some users to share "notes" beyond the normal 280-character limit for tweets. |
Meta board hears over a million appeals over removed posts |
Wed, 22 Jun 2022 15:04:10 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
The Oversight Board, which oversees Facebook and Instagram, said only 47 were submitted by Meta itself. |
NHS warns of scam Covid-test texts |
Wed, 22 Jun 2022 11:48:06 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Fake messages tell recipients they have been in contact with a Covid case and should order a test. |
Chinese man jailed for sexual assault of Alibaba employee on work trip |
Wed, 22 Jun 2022 14:36:43 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
The woman was assaulted after being made to drink on a work trip, and then fired after going public. |
Elon Musk: Billionaire's daughter cuts ties with her father |
Tue, 21 Jun 2022 12:52:16 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
The tech billionaire's 18-year-old daughter has applied to legally change her name and gender. |
Can crumbling cookies sweeten UK data-protection plans? |
Mon, 20 Jun 2022 15:46:44 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Government proposals to move away from EU data-protection laws post-Brexit have had a mixed reaction. |
New rules proposed for buy now pay later |
Mon, 20 Jun 2022 16:04:56 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
The loans are used by millions but ministers want checks on affordability and clearer advertising. |
Big Tech must deal with disinformation or face fines, says EU |
Sat, 18 Jun 2022 00:05:34 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Tighter EU rules will demand firms such as Google and Meta tackle disinformation on their platforms. |
Apple store workers vote to form first US union |
Sun, 19 Jun 2022 02:51:18 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
The move by employees in Towson, Maryland, is the latest in a string of high-profile union campaigns in the US. |
Bitcoin: Will El Salvador's big crypto gamble pay off? |
Thu, 16 Jun 2022 01:15:20 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
The cryptocurrency crash is hurting many investors, including one country that has bet big on Bitcoin. |
Apple battery lawsuit: Millions of iPhone users could get payouts in legal action |
Thu, 16 Jun 2022 16:57:03 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
The tech giant is accused of secretly slowing down the performance of older models. |
Elon Musk hints at layoffs in first meeting with Twitter employees |
Fri, 17 Jun 2022 05:27:16 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
The billionaire also discussed aliens in his first address to the social media firm's staff. |
Microsoft retires Internet Explorer after 27 years |
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 13:51:49 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Internet Explorer, once the most popular web browser, will no longer be accessible for most users. |
Netflix plans real-life Squid Game reality TV show with $4.56m prize |
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 01:46:33 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
It will see 456 contestants compete in a series of challenges inspired by the dystopian drama. |
Bitcoin: Why is the largest cryptocurrency crashing? |
Tue, 14 Jun 2022 13:34:25 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
The value of Bitcoin is at an 18-month low, as the cryptocurrency market continues to tumble. |
Instagram launches new parental controls in UK |
Tue, 14 Jun 2022 10:01:18 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Facebook owner Meta is rolling out new parental controls for Instagram and its VR platforms. |
Google engineer says Lamda AI system may have its own feelings |
Mon, 13 Jun 2022 15:25:04 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
One of the firm's software engineers believes chats with an AI system suggest it has feelings. |
Musk to hold first meeting with Twitter staff this week |
Tue, 14 Jun 2022 02:12:04 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
The Tesla boss has warned he may quit his takeover deal over the number of fake accounts on the platform. |
Amazon to begin drone deliveries in Lockeford, California this year |
Mon, 13 Jun 2022 23:35:21 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
The shopping giant hopes to deliver parcels to shoppers by air for the first time later in 2022. |
Why you may have a thinking digital twin within a decade |
Sun, 12 Jun 2022 23:06:38 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Within 10 years people may be able to have a intelligent online version of themselves. |
Xbox: New Starfield, Minecraft and Forza gameplay unveiled |
Mon, 13 Jun 2022 08:06:46 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Microsoft shows off more than 30 forthcoming gaming experiences in its summer showcase. |
Medical gaming treating life-changing injuries |
Sat, 11 Jun 2022 00:15:35 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
From strokes and Parkinson's to PTSD, severe conditions can be helped with game-based therapies. |
Samantha Cristoforetti: The astronaut taking TikTok to new heights |
Sat, 11 Jun 2022 23:37:31 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Samantha Cristoforetti has developed a huge following through her TikToks from on board the ISS. |
YouTube accused of not tackling Musk Bitcoin scam streams |
Thu, 09 Jun 2022 23:00:19 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
YouTube is being criticised for failing to tackle a network of scammers streaming fake Elon Musk videos. |
Michael Owen: NFT tweet deleted after Advertising Standards Authority contact |
Thu, 09 Jun 2022 18:17:18 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Former England striker Michael Owen is rebuked by the Advertising Standards Authority over tweets about a non-fungible token project. |
Ministry of Defence acquires government's first quantum computer |
Thu, 09 Jun 2022 02:56:30 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
The Ministry of Defence is embarking on a year-long project into the possibilities of quantum computing. |
At least 1,400 rural phone boxes protected from closing |
Wed, 08 Jun 2022 11:58:20 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
New Ofcom rules will protect boxes in areas of poor mobile coverage or where they are needed for safety. |
UK will not copy EU demand for common charging cable |
Wed, 08 Jun 2022 10:27:37 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
The EU has provisionally agreed new mobile devices must, by autumn 2024, use the same type of charger. |
Uber powers emergency food deliveries in Ukraine |
Wed, 08 Jun 2022 01:43:33 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Uber has built a "private-label" version of its delivery platform to help the UN deliver food and water. |
Apple announces buy now pay later, among iOS 16 plans |
Tue, 07 Jun 2022 12:44:07 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
The tech giant is introducing the controversial service as part of its iOS 16 update. |
New UK centre will help fight information war |
Tue, 07 Jun 2022 09:57:12 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
The new centre aims to boost UK's security through building expertise in cutting-edge technology. |
Elon Musk threatens to walk away from Twitter deal |
Mon, 06 Jun 2022 21:07:48 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
The billionaire accuses the company of "thwarting" his requests to learn more about spam accounts. |
Digital fingerprints of a million child abuse images made |
Mon, 06 Jun 2022 00:16:32 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
A new system for classifying images will help stop them being shared online, a UK charity says. |
China's plans to go to the Moon, Mars and beyond |
Sun, 05 Jun 2022 23:01:47 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
China plans to put astronauts on the Moon and send probes to Mars and Jupiter. Why the grand plans? |
Sheryl Sandberg to leave Facebook after 14 years |
Wed, 01 Jun 2022 21:30:04 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Her departure comes as the social media company faces challenges, including a slowdown in ad sales. |
Upskirt photos shared in Facebook groups, BBC finds |
Wed, 22 Jun 2022 05:01:10 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Meta says it has removed accounts and groups showing upskirting, after a BBC investigation. |
Lost dog? How nose prints could help pet and owner reunite |
Fri, 10 Jun 2022 16:08:01 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
A face identification app could allow smartphone users to help owners find their missing animals. |
The man turning mud into eco-friendly 'concrete' |
Fri, 27 May 2022 23:09:05 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Gnanli Landrou has invented a special powder that turns earth into a greener version of concrete |
The 22-year-old 3D-printing schools |
Thu, 26 May 2022 23:01:08 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Maggie Grout has started an NGO that will 3D-print schools where access to education is not guaranteed. |
How graphene and algae could help build space habitats |
Thu, 26 May 2022 15:59:34 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Scientists are researching how people might construct homes to live on other planets. |
What parents need to know about online safety |
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 23:18:06 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Teachers urgently want parents to understand the tech which could help to keep kids safer online. |
Will electric motorbike sales take off across Asia? |
Sun, 26 Jun 2022 23:03:17 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Soaring petrol prices could speed up the transition to electric much faster than expected. |
The staff shortage slowing down air cargo and bags |
Thu, 23 Jun 2022 23:05:29 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
A lack of skilled cargo handlers is now hampering the booming air freight business too. |
Could nuclear desalination plants beat water scarcity? |
Mon, 20 Jun 2022 23:16:31 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Engineers are developing mobile, floating nuclear desalination plants to help solve water shortages. |
Could flat tyres soon be a thing of the past? |
Mon, 13 Jun 2022 23:18:58 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Airless tyres that do not puncture are getting close to market but some remain sceptical about them. |
Is it the end for the lush lawns of Los Angeles? |
Thu, 09 Jun 2022 23:08:01 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Tougher rules on watering gardens mean residents will have to consider alternatives to green grass. |
India's loan scams leave victims scared for their lives |
Mon, 06 Jun 2022 23:06:33 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Bogus apps are being used by hackers to access mobile phone data to threaten and blackmail victims. |
How artificial intelligence 'blew up' tennis |
Mon, 30 May 2022 23:05:16 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Coaches now have powerful tools which can find patterns in play that humans would struggle to see. |
The new airlines betting flying is about to take off |
Sun, 29 May 2022 23:10:38 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Many carriers went out of business during Covid but several seized a golden opportunity to launch. |
Soaring fertiliser prices force farmers to rethink |
Thu, 26 May 2022 23:06:44 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Research into replacements for nitrogen-based fertilisers has been spurred by high prices and climate concerns. |
Could hydrogen ease Germany's reliance on Russian gas? |
Tue, 24 May 2022 10:45:43 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Why hydrogen might be one route for Germany to move away from dependence on Russian imports. |
Could contact lenses be the ultimate computer screen? |
Thu, 19 May 2022 23:03:29 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Firms are developing smart contact lenses that can project data in front of the user's eye. |
Will swapping out electric car batteries catch on? |
Mon, 16 May 2022 23:05:24 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
One Chinese carmaker has plans for thousands of stations in Europe where you can switch batteries. |
The new jet set - why private plane usage has soared |
Sun, 15 May 2022 23:02:37 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
The pandemic led to more people using private jets, but is the increase set to continue? |
Why the volatile price of aluminium matters |
Thu, 12 May 2022 23:06:49 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
From door frames to aircraft and food packaging - how soaring prices will impact the world economy. |
Why India's poorest children are falling further behind |
Mon, 09 May 2022 23:05:24 GMT Source: BBC News - Technology |
Lack of access to smartphones and computers is widening the education gulf in India. |