Coronavirus: Zoom under increased scrutiny as popularity soars

The New York attorney general has written to the videoconferencing company about its security measures.

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Coronavirus: Racist 'zoombombing' at virtual synagogue

Hackers hijacking Zoom meetings to shout abuse is on the rise as more people talk virtually.

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Apple buys weather app Dark Sky

The iPhone maker will shut down the Android and Wear OS versions of the app in July.

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Coronavirus: 3D-printer owners rally to create NHS face masks

More than 1,000 people volunteer to help make face shields for front-line workers.

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Houseparty: How safe is Epic Games' video chat app?

Security experts back owner's assertion that chat app is not hacking other products.

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Coronavirus: 5G ‘certainly delayed’ in Europe and UK

UK and European 5G network rollouts will certainly be delayed during the pandemic, Huawei says.

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Coronavirus: UK considers virus-tracing app to ease lockdown

Study describes how app would alert citizens if someone they came into contact with tests positive.

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Coronavirus: World leaders' posts deleted over fake news

Social networks usually leave world leaders’ posts alone - but the pandemic is changing that.

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Coronavirus: Contagion cast share Covid-19 advice

Kate Winslet, Matt Damon, Jennifer Ehle and Laurence Fishburne post public service announcements.

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Houseparty offers $1m reward for proof of sabotage

The company says claims it exposed users data were part of a commercial smear campaign.

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'The phone slipped into the bath': Conference call tales

How to avoid some of the pitfalls of teleconferencing and how it is changing the way we meet and do business.

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Coronavirus: Tech firm Bloom Energy fixes broken US ventilators

The 170 repaired machines had been in storage since the H5N1 bird flu outbreak of the mid-2000s.

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Coronavirus: Start-ups use Zoom app to lay off staff

Two California-based start-ups confirm they have used the conference-call app to lay off staff.

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Coronavirus: UK broadband data caps removed during pandemic

Coronavirus pandemic prompts removal of UK broadband data caps on fixed-line connections.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52091359

Coronavirus: Mercedes F1 to make breathing aid

Thousands of the devices, which deliver oxygen to the lungs without needing a ventilator, could be made.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52087002

Coronavirus: Fake news crackdown by UK government

A rapid response unit is working with social media firms to take down misleading or harmful content.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52086284

Manufacturers cast doubt on ventilator target

Engineering firms say the UK may not have all the ventilators it needs when virus infections peak.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52083998

Coronavirus: YouTube stars urge fans to stay at home

More than 100 YouTubers appear in a video message encouraging people to stay at home.

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Coronavirus: NHS turns to big tech to tackle Covid-19 hot spots

Amazon, Google, Palantir, Microsoft and Faculty AI will help decision-makers better understand the crisis.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52079287

Coronavirus lockdown: Clubbers go online for music

With the coronavirus lockdown bringing normal nightlife to an end, some enterprising DJs are going online.

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A 3D-printed ventilator designed for Spain's coronavirus patients

A team took a week to design an emergency-use ventilator out of 3D-printed parts

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52072479

The cello playing robot and other tech news

BBC Click's Paul Carter looks at some of the best tech stories of the week.

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Coronavirus: What are ventilators and why are they important?

The lives of some Covid-19 patients may depend upon medical ventilators - here are the basics of how they work.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52036948

Coronavirus: Tesla donates hundreds of ventilators to New York

New York has the highest number of coronavirus cases in the US and a shortage of ventilators.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52071314

Food wholesalers offer online orders to sell stock

After trade from business stops, food and drink wholesalers are launching online home deliveries.

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Coronavirus: Online child abuse warning during lockdown

Europol is warning that online child abusers are preparing to take advantage of more unsupervised kids online.

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Coronavirus: Vodafone offers 30 days free mobile data

Vodafone is offering half a million pay monthly mobile customers 30 days of free unlimited data.

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Coronavirus: Zoom is in everyone's living room - how safe is it?

It may have got everyone chatting but some are talking about whether it is actually safe.

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Coronavirus: Peak District drone police criticised for 'lockdown shaming'

Derbyshire Police is accused of "nanny policing" after sharing aerial shots of Peak District walkers.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-derbyshire-52055201

Coronavirus: Here's how you can stop bad information from going viral

Experts are calling on the public to practice ‘information hygiene’ to help stop the spread of falsehoods online.

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The uncertain future for China's electric car makers

China is the biggest market for electric vehicles, but the coronavirus is the latest blow to shake the industry.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51711019

Coronavirus: NHS uses tech giants to plan crisis response

Amazon and Microsoft are among those helping with a dashboard to model where ventilators should go.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52053565

Huawei P40 Pro: Hands-on with the new flagship

Huawei reveals its new smartphones - but they lack Google's apps and services.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52052500

Coronavirus: The sports turning to gaming during lockdown

From boxing to Formula 1, sports are reinventing the way they are played during coronavirus pandemic.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52049893

Huawei P40 flagship phones launch amid Covid-19 crisis

Experts say demand outside of China is likely to be weak because of the virus pandemic and absent apps.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52049030

Coronavirus: UK’s WhatsApp bot working after false start

The service, provided by the government, failed to respond to some users when launched on Wednesday.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52049520

Coronavirus: Government orders 10,000 ventilators from Dyson

The engineering firm developed a new type of ventilator in response to calls on behalf of the NHS.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52043767

Remote working: Seven tips for successful video meetings

Workplace consultant Guenaelle Watson gives seven tips for better video meetings.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52009076

Coronavirus: Tracking app aims for one million downloads

But experts warn people to be careful about other apps that claim to do the same.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52033210

New online communities help those facing isolation

How social media is bringing neighbours together to help others in the coronavirus crisis.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52024329

Lockdown boost for radio as streaming stalls

More people are turning to radio, while web users explore gardening and politics, figures suggest.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52037461

Coronavirus: Millions yet to receive UK government's Covid-19 text

Vodafone has yet to deliver all the text messages urging the public to stay indoors when possible.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52037573

Facebook group calls soar 1,000% during Italy's lockdown

The social media platform has seen usage rocket in countries hardest hit by coronavirus lockdowns.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52029737

Cho Ju-bin: South Korea chatroom sex abuse suspect named after outcry

At least 10,000 people used the chatrooms, with some paying up to $1,200 (£1,000) for access.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-52030219

Coronavirus: Walsall couple live stream wedding on Facebook

Kirsten and Richard Groom's dream wedding was thrown into doubt by the coronavirus restrictions.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-birmingham-52028188

Coronavirus: Joe Wicks keeps children fit with online PE classes

The fitness guru is running free online classes every weekday for children.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52015767

Will the coronavirus change the way we watch films?

The US and China, the world's most lucrative movie markets, are rethinking how they launch new films.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51763893

'Avoid using the microwave to get faster internet'

With millions of people working from home, media watchdog Ofcom has some tips to boost internet speed.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52027348

Coronavirus: Dyson develops ventilators for NHS

Vacuum-maker aims to engineer and make a new type of ventilator, but others are focusing on existing designs.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52021757

Coronavirus: Minecraft offers free lessons to children

The 12 digital lessons will be available to download until the end of June.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52017873

Coronavirus: Under surveillance and confined at home in Taiwan

Milo was woken by officers after his phone ran out of power overnight, meaning he could not be tracked.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52017993

Robo-chef cooks noodles in Tokyo and other tech news

Paul Carter looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week.

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Coronavirus: Private clinic defends charging £375 for test

The clinic in London says it has "paused" its service following reports it sold several thousand tests.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52007155

Firefly's school apps struggle with 'unprecedented demand'

Firefly's apps suffer performance issues after coronavirus causes schools to close.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52005999

Coronavirus: Facebook cuts video quality to ease net strain

Netflix, Apple TV+ and Disney+ have also lowered their bitrates.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52003035

UK coronavirus app 'must respect privacy rights'

Health chiefs are asked to be more open about plans for an app to tackle the spread of coronavirus.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52003984

OneWeb increases mega-constellation to 74 satellites

The London-based start-up expands its network with a Soyuz launch from Baikonur in Kazakhstan

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-51991325

Coronavirus: Frozen birthday party held on Zoom video chat app

Thirty children took part in the virtual celebration for a self-isolated four-year-old.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51999522

Step-by-step guide: How to video call your family

This guide will show you how to make and receive video calls on a variety of devices.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51968122

Coronavirus: The school of Mum and Dad

There are plenty of online resources to help children keep learning while schools are closed.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51960865

Coronavirus: Smartphone sales collapse amid pandemic

Sales of new phones tumble, in the biggest fall since the invention of the smartphone.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51981841

Coronavirus: Elon Musk 'child immunity' tweet will stay online

The Tesla and SpaceX founder falsely claimed that children were "essentially immune" to the virus.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51975377

Coronavirus :BT has 'plenty of capacity' despite Netflix quality cuts

Amid concerns about capacity, Netflix slashes its network use – but BT says there is no problem.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51974866

Coronavirus: Ways to stay social online while in self-isolation

Workouts, cooking lessons and pub quizzes - how people are using the internet to socialise in self-isolation.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51966087

Coronavirus: Robots use light beams to zap hospital viruses

Demand has surged for robots equipped with powerful ultraviolet lights that can kill viruses.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51914722

Netflix to cut streaming quality in Europe for 30 days

The video-streaming giant wants to ease strain on internet service providers.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51968302

Coronavirus: Calls for free broadband resisted by internet providers

The move would help families during the coronavirus crisis, but providers say it could disrupt service.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51965412

Coronavirus: Twitter bans 'unsafe' advice about the outbreak

Restriction covers misinformation about the virus and promotion of unverified treatments.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51961619

Facebook content moderators paid to work from home

The company will also increase the use of AI to moderate and remove inappropriate content.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51954968

Apple's new iPad has built-in laser depth-scanner

The new tablet features a Lidar scanner, which Apple says will aid augmented reality apps.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51951191

Coronavirus: Vodafone UK sees 30% rise in data use

The company says its busy period now extends all the way from lunchtime to the evening.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51947447

Facial recognition: Artists trying to fool cameras

A group of protesters are angry about the use of facial recognition cameras by police in London.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51913870

Coronavirus: Elon Musk's US Tesla factory suspends production

The factory begins a three-week lockdown in line with other non-essential businesses in the Bay Area.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51943962

Coronavirus: Amazon blocks non-essential items from warehouses

The retail giant wants to prioritise stocking of important household and medical supplies.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51944759

Coronavirus: Facebook to give staff $1,000 bonuses

The social media giant is handing out payments to employees and offering grants to small businesses.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51940076

Coronavirus: How to stay in virtual touch with older relatives

Older people who may not already have video-calling devices are being told to avoid leaving home.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51933618

Coronavirus: Israel enables emergency spy powers

Israel allows security agencies to track the mobile phone data of suspected cases

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51930681

Coronavirus: Social giants police web with AI as staff sent home

Youtube, Facebook, and Twitter are relying on AI to remove content as fewer people are able to work.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51926564

Coronavirus: How easy it for the UK to make more ventilators?

Experts question whether it is possible to make thousands more respirators in the UK in the short-term.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51909812

Trump angers Beijing with 'Chinese virus' tweet

The US president used the term despite warnings to avoid stigmatising one region or group.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-51928011

Coronavirus: India replaces ringing tone with health info

A recorded message about coronavirus has started playing instead of the caller's ring tone.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51911071

UK mobile networks face problems

There are increasing reports of issues with voice calls as more people work from home

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51926565

Carphone Warehouse to close all standalone stores at cost of 2,900 jobs

The move, which is not related to the coronavirus outbreak, will lead to 531 shops being shut.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51923295

Amazon on hiring spree as coronavirus spurs demand

The online retail giant is taking on 100,000 workers in the US to deal with a surge in online orders.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51921916

Reducing brain damage in sport without losing the thrills

Sports like NFL and rugby are taking head injuries much more seriously and employing technology to help.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51293675

Coronavirus: Plan to ramp up ventilator production 'unrealistic'

A medical devices firm doubts that engineering companies can quickly switch to making ventilators.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51914490

Coronavirus: 3D printers save hospital with valves

A hospital in Italy is using 3D-printed valves on its ventilators, following a shortage of parts.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51911070

Apple hit with record €1.1bn fine in France

France's competition watchdog says Apple engaged in anti-competitive behaviour.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51906033

Google's coronavirus site launches amid Trump confusion

Google's coronavirus partnership with the US government falls short of Donald Trump's description

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51909959

Coronavirus: Broadband firms say no issue with extra demand

Staying at home is unlikely to cause any problems with the nation's broadband network, ISPs say.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51870732

Coronavirus: Job interviews go online as candidates stuck at home

Recruiters say it's also easier to reach candidates as they work out of the office during the pandemic.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51847888

Coronavirus: PM urges industry to help make NHS ventilators

Boris Johnson is to ask engineering firms to shift production lines to build the life-saving equipment.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51896168

Minecraft ‘loophole’ library of banned journalism

How the popular video game Minecraft is being used as a way for journalism to beat global censors.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-51883247

Bill Gates steps down from Microsoft board to focus on philanthropy

The company's 65-year-old co-founder will spend more time on philanthropic activities.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51883377

Apple's WWDC annual showcase cancelled in favour of online event

The Worldwide Developers Conference is often where new hardware and software is announced.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51870733

Facebook closes African fake accounts targeting US voters

Twitter has also taken action on accounts which it says were aimed at "sowing discord".

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51869767

Apple's China stores reopen after a month

The iPhone maker reopens dozens of stores across China after nearly a month.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51870725

Pentagon to reconsider Jedi $10bn cloud contract

Amazon argues the decision to award the contract to Microsoft was politically motivated.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51869764

Coronavirus: How hackers are preying on fears of Covid-19

How to spot five of the biggest email phishing scams based around Covid-19 concerns.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51838468

Game-playing robot admits mistakes, plus other news

BBC Click’s Kitty Knowles looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51660392

Are female urinals the answer to queues at the loos?

Clever designs are trying to tackle queues for female loos, but will the innovations catch on?

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51293676

Coronavirus: How to safely clean your smartphone

Here's how to effectively clean your device using household soap and water.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51863924

How to sign a digital document

Signing a digital document can be cumbersome if you have to print it to sign it and then rescan it.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51761693

Coronavirus: How can AI help fight the pandemic?

How can big data and AI help in the fight against the pandemic?

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51851292

'Big tech must tackle explosion of child sex abuse'

An inquiry says apps should screen images before they are published, among other steps.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51851921

Is this the digital future for Bank of England banknotes?

The Bank of England is considering the introduction of electronic banknotes for use by consumers and firms.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51851523

Coronavirus: Amazon offers unlimited sick days to halt spread

Only those workers who test positive for the Covid-19 virus will be entitled to any sick pay.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51832894

'TikTok famous' - but making money?

Social media app TikTok has created a host of young stars in the UK, but can they make money from the medium?

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-50987803

Coronavirus: World's biggest gaming show E3 cancelled

The world's largest gaming expo will not go ahead - raising concerns for its future.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51836036

Budget 2020: VAT on e-books and newspapers scrapped

The chancellor's decision to ditch the 20% tax is welcomed by publishers.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51832899

Google tells staff to work home due to coronavirus

Parent company Alphabet is the latest tech firm to make such a move as the outbreak spreads in the US.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51828782

Microsoft takes down global zombie bot network

The network operated on the computer power of unsuspecting victims and caused numerous cyber-crimes.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51828781

Life and struggle after YouTube fame

Dax was one of YouTube's first stars, but 13 years later, few people remember his name. Can a vlogging legend seize glory again?

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/stories-51770994

Spotify playlist complaint sparked by killer clown advert

Watchdog upholds complaint that ad for It should not have been played alongside children's music.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51801683

Sextortion hackers use 'friend's naked girlfriend' lure

A new scam claims to have hacked a friend - and be spreading their intimate photos as punishment.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51817468

Dyson hair straighteners aim to tackle heat damage

The product uses flexible plates to protect hair but manufacturing has been affected by coronavirus.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51800764

Huawei: PM faces Commons rebellion by Tory MPs over 5G contract

Senior Tory MPs could back a move to exclude the Chinese firm totally from the mobile network by 2023.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-51806704

Call of Duty: Warzone to challenge battle royale rivals

The new game will be free and work across consoles to be accessible to more players.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51811539

Coronavirus: NHS targets fake news spreading online

Health service officials are working with major social media firms to try to combat misinformation.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51812326

Tricks and tools for better working from home

If coronavirus means you have to work from home, then there is some tech you should consider.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51804354

Amazon's Just Walk Out till-free tech offered to rivals

Shoppers will scan their payment card on entry and then be automatically charged as they leave.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51801674

Cambridge Analytica: Australia takes Facebook to court over privacy

Australia's watchdog says Facebook failed to protect the personal information of 300,000 people.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51799738

Bacon saved after pedometer-eating pig's poo starts farm fire

Firefighters said they "saved the bacon" after a battery in the pedometer ignited in a pigpen.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-york-north-yorkshire-51790435

Mobile firms sign up to £1bn rural coverage plan

The new deal aims to get rid of rural "not-spots", where there is no service at all.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51799736

Twitter labels edited Biden video 'manipulated tweet'

The misleading video, viewed almost six million times, was retweeted twice by President Trump.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-51799366

The tech boss who lost more than a billion

Technology pioneer Andrew Rickman lost a fortune in the 2000 dotcom bust, but rebuilt his career.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51737336

'My search for the boy in a child abuse video'

Lucy Proctor was horrified when she was WhatsApped a sex abuse video. And she wanted to find out if the boy was safe.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/stories-51680410

The app keeping Friday night dinners alive

Millennials have been called 'the loneliest generation' - but one app is trying to tackle that problem for young Jews.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-51774934

Cupcakes, creams and cocktails: Have we reached 'peak pod'?

Everything from cakes to face cream is available in single-use pods. Have we reached peak pod?

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51768578

South by Southwest festival cancelled over coronavirus

The world-famous music event in Austin, Texas is called off for the first time in its 34-year history.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-51778423

Fifa streamer Kurt0411 banned from all EA Games for 'abuse'

EA Games says Kurt Fenech posted abusive messages about its employees - a claim he denies.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51768576

Nintendo PlayStation: Ultra-rare prototype sells for £230,000

The only known example of a once-mythical prototype becomes the most expensive gaming item ever.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51628836

Virgin Media breach 'linked customers to porn'

Researchers say a breached Virgin Media database contained more details than the company suggested.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51768577

Twitch suspends gamer Carl Reimer after shooting gun

Carl Reimer fired his handgun live on stream while fooling around during a live recording.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51768454

Sonos U-turn over 'bricking' its smart speakers

Sonos will no longer make people permanently deactivate devices to get an upgrade discount.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51768574

Click News: Warehouse robots work together in trial

BBC Click’s Soila Apparicio looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week.

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One billion Android devices at risk of hacking

Watchdog Which? wants Google to be more transparent about security updates for old phones

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51751950

University of Hertfordshire avoids inquiry over emailed student data

Names and addresses of about 2,000 students were sent out with an email promoting an art lecture.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-51660576

Electric cars are coming: but where will you recharge?

Charging points are springing up everywhere, but will there be enough and will the electricity grid be able to cope?

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51678830

Virgin Media data breach affects 900,000 people

The firm said "insufficient protection" meant customers' details were made accessible for 10 months.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51760510

Facebook removes 'deceptive' Trump census ads

The ads made it appear users were taking part in the official 2020 US census, not a general survey.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-51730185

TCL reveals extending smartphone concept and tri-fold tablet

Chinese phone-maker TCL shows off several concept smartphones it is developing.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51751323

Thousands lose broadband after workers break cable

Virgin Media and Sky say a "fibre-cable break" is causing problems for broadband users.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hampshire-51752912

Coronavirus: Ted conference to go virtual or be postponed

The annual gathering of technology leaders, in Vancouver, is latest victim of coronavirus crisis.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51751942

#RIPTwitter trends as firm tests vanishing tweets

Users took to Twitter to complain the micro-blogging site was just following the competition.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51747512

Cashmere and climate change threaten nomadic life

Mongolia, the world's second-largest cashmere producer, is hit by overgrazing and rising temperatures.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51315490

TikTok skull-breaker challenge danger warning

The video platform said it would remove such content from its platform when reported.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51742854

Boots halts Advantage Card payments after cyber-attack

Attackers using stolen passwords from have tried to access Boots accounts, the company says.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51742079

Scam call centre owner in custody after BBC investigation

BBC Panorama broadcast footage from inside a scam call centre - now its owner is in police custody.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51740214

Sony's PS2: World's best-selling console turns 20

It's the 20th anniversary of the PlayStation 2, and it's had a huge impact on fans like Victoria.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-51736665

China demands US response over CIA hacking claims

Cyber-security firm Qihoo alleged that the CIA hacked airlines, petrol firms and government agencies.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51736410

Tesla downgraded Model 3 chip in China thanks to coronavirus

The electric car firm said it had installed an older processor in new vehicles due to supply problems.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51736405

Cathay Pacific airline fined £500k over customer data protection failure

The UK's Information Commissioner says the airline failed to protect customers' personal details.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51736857

Luton filmmaker warns over over TikTok and Facebook extremism rules

Rizwan Wadan says social media algorithms stop him promoting films designed to deter extremism.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-51724946

Coronavirus: Chinese app WeChat censored virus content since 1 Jan

The report also found that WeChat censored more keywords as the outbreak grew.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-51732042

Amazon's Ring logs every doorbell press and app action

A BBC data request reveals what data is being stored by the Amazon-owned business about its users.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51709247

Facebook 'rethinks' plans for Libra cryptocurrency

The firm had hoped to revolutionise payments with a single digital currency.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51730772

Millions of websites face 'insecure' warnings

A bug in digital certificates means millions need to be revoked, leaving well-known websites insecure.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51719588

Criminals on CCTV: Scammers caught red-handed

The man who hacked into a criminal call centre to expose scammers at work.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/stories-51660982

Coronavirus: China's tech fights back

Robots, drones and artificial intelligence are being used by China to fight the disease.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51717164

Chinese nationals charged with iTunes money laundering

The two Chinese nationals are allegedly linked to members of North Korean hacking group Lazarus.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51719584

Domestic abuse: Lie-detector tests planned for offenders

Tests will be used to find out whether serious offenders should be returned to jail, under a new law.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-51709638

Bafta Games Awards: Death Stranding and Control lead nominations

Both games received 11 nominations - more than any other game in Bafta's history.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-51718764

Bloodhound car: A month to save land speed record project

The UK-led bid to break the world land speed record is under threat again - it needs to find £8m.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-51715582

St Oswald's hospice patients get 'magical' robot assistance

The remote-control robot is helping children at a Newcastle hospice.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-tyne-51713252

Coronavirus: Twitter tells staff to work from home

The firm has made it mandatory for staff in Hong Kong, Japan and South Korea to work from home.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51700937

Smart camera and baby monitor warning given by UK's cyber-defender

Your internet-connected baby monitor or security camera could be being watched, officials warn.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51706631

Half-Life: Alyx - Hands on with Valve's virtual reality game-changer

After a long wait, the highly-anticipated sequel is about to launch - and could be VR's killer app.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51709250

Why hasn’t AI changed the world yet?

Self-driving cars, robot surgeons: artificial intelligence promises a lot, but what has it delivered?

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51632840

Apple settles iPhone slowdown case for $500m

Apple agrees a payout over allegations it deliberately slowed down older iPhones.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51706635

E-bike cyclist cleared of killing Hackney pedestrian

Thomas Hanlon had denied causing the death of Sakine Cihan while riding a modified e-bike in 2018.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-51707616

Tesco sends security warning to 600,000 Clubcard holders

The supermarket warns that some accounts may have been compromised, but no data has been stolen.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51710687

Coronavirus: Sharp to use TV factory to make surgical masks

The Japanese electronics giant repurposes its high-end clean rooms for coronavirus supplies.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51706629

Station wi-fi provider exposed traveller data

The unprotected database included phone numbers, email addresses, dates of birth and reasons for travel.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51682280

Callum Manning: Online surge of support for bullied book lover

Callum Manning, 13, was bullied in a group chat for posting reviews of books he loved on Instagram.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-tyne-51696509

Computer inside the heart could aid treatment

A new tiny computer injected into the body could help millions of people suffering from heart failure.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51660393

Uighurs in 'forced labour for tech firms'

A report says China has moved minority Muslims into factory jobs, where their freedom is restricted.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-51697800

The kids making up to $1m a year on YouTube

Child influencers on the platform test their power at New York's annual Toy Fair.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51619504