Thursday, 30 April 2020

Are ‘anti-virus’ cars in China just a gimmick?

Car brands are looking to tap into the country’s heightened health concerns to help kick-start flagging sales.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52470592

Apple boosted by streaming services despite lockdown

While iPhone sales fell due to the lockdown in China, sales of streaming services jumped.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52495990

Amazon investors told to 'take a seat' as demand jumps

Amazon's sales surged 26%, but costs are also up due to spending on safety precautions and wages.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52495958

Nasa names companies to build Moon landers for human missions

The space agency announces the companies that will develop landers to return astronauts to the Moon.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-52465585

TikTok skin trend accused of 'promoting colourism'

A trend that sees lighter-skinned people artificially darken their skin tone has caused a backlash.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52487123

Coronavirus: Facebook reopens some moderation centres

Content reviewers can return to work on a voluntary basis, Facebook tells MPs.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52491123

Drone-to-door prescriptions trial takes flight in Ireland

A trial with the Irish health authority uses drones to bring prescriptions straight to the door.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52206660