Thursday, 1 August 2019

Facebook bans 'Saudi Arabia-linked propaganda accounts'

The company makes a rare statement that alleges fake accounts were linked to government authorities.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49197576

Nature's language is being hijacked by technology

A new study across three generations shows words from nature are now used more commonly for technology

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-49197595

Amazon Ring: Police tie-up criticised by anti-surveillance campaigners

Privacy campaigners want to halt US police having easy access to recordings made by the gadgets.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-49191005

AI system 'should be recognised as inventor'

Two patent filings seek to set a precedent by naming an AI as their inventor.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-49191645

BBC iPlayer gets Ofcom green light to make shows available for a year

Ofcom gives permission for the BBC to keep programmes up for one year, instead of just 30 days.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-49191885

Facebook's evidence to MPs under scrutiny

Facebook evidence appears to contradict what it told MPs about when it had known about Cambridge Analytica.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-49113283

AI-based app detects killer kidney condition

Staff who have used the technology for acute kidney injury describe it as a "potential lifesaver".

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-49178891