Can we really 'reset the internet' to make it safer for children?
Ofcom has taken a major step in setting out plans to protect children online, but hurdles remain.
FTX says it has billions more than owed to victims
The failed cryptocurrency giant says it has billions of dollars more than needed to cover its debts.
UK startup gets $1bn funding for self-driving car tech
The funding being given to Wayve represents the biggest ever investment in a European AI firm.
Instagram courts TikTok users with algorithm revamp
With TikTok's future uncertain, Instagram is trying to get more viral content on its Reels feature.
Electric car driver turned away from hospital car park
Experts say it does not make sense as research suggests petrol cars are much more likely to catch fire.
Apple sees biggest fall in sales for a year
Apple's boss fought back doubts over the firm's future growth.
OnlyFans investigated over children accessing porn
Ofcom suspects the platform is not doing enough to stop under-18s accessing explicit material.
Tesla staff say entire Supercharger team fired
The division responsible for the car-maker's huge fast-charging network is being axed to cut costs.
Beijing tightens grip on China social media giants
Changes to China's State Secrets Law requires internet firms to monitor information shared by users.
Meta faces EU probe over Russian disinformation
The EU says Facebook and Instagram have not done enough to combat "malicious actors'" political ads.
Hacker jailed for blackmailing therapy patients
Julius Kivimäki threatened thousands of patients he would publish details of their therapy sessions.
Therapy notes hacker jailed for multiple blackmails
Julius Kivimäki threatened thousands of patients he would publish details of their therapy sessions.
The demise of Twitter: How a ‘utopian vision’ for social media became a ‘toxic mess’
In the early days it was seen as a place for ‘genuine public discourse’, but users have fled since Elon Musk took over. What went wrong?Get our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastIf anything is emblematic of the demise of Twitter, it is the rise and stall of the account of Oprah Winfrey.Oprah joined the platform in 2009, tweeting for the first time live from her wildly popular TV show: “HI TWITTERS. THANK YOU FOR A WARM WELCOME. FEELING REALLY 21st CENTURY.”Sign up for a weekly email featuring our best reads Continue reading...
Tesla Autopilot recall to be probed by US regulator
The regulator will check whether Tesla's fix adequately addressed safety concerns.
Meta shares sink after it reveals spending plans
The firm said expenses would be higher this year as it spends heavily on artificial intelligence.
EU may suspend money-for-views TikTok feature
The feature, which pays users to go on TikTok, could be temporarily suspended as early as Thursday.
Influential women's tech network shuts down unexpectedly
Women Who Code, which had hundreds of thousands of members globally, has dissolved after a board vote.
EU demands answers on money-for-views version of TikTok
The platform has been given 24 hours to provide information about the potential risks of TikTok Lite.
Apple update addresses Jerusalem emoji controversy
A new software update stops the Palestinian flag emoji appearing when iPhone users type "Jerusalem".
Microsoft announces new AI office in UK
The firm says its new London hub will "drive pioneering work" to advance AI models and development.
Apple cuts jobs after dropping self-driving car plans
The tech giant is cutting 600 jobs from its abandoned self-driving car project, reports say.
X gives free blue ticks to its most popular users
The site formerly known as Twitter is giving premium access to those with more than 2,500 verified followers.
Google using AI to create search answers in UK trial
Some users will get AI-generated 'overviews' in their Google search results when they ask questions.
Ukraine gives award to vigilantes for Russia hacks
The foreign hackers had stolen data from Russian military firms and hacked cameras to spy on troops.
Billie Eilish and Nicki Minaj want stop to 'predatory' AI
In an open letter, also signed by Katy Perry, the artists said AI was being used to steal their voices.