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Millions of websites to get 'game-changing' AI bot blocker
Publishers including Condé Nast and Sky News have welcomed the new tech from internet infrastructure firm, Cloudflare.
Musk's X appoints 'king of virality' in bid to draw in younger users
Nikita Bier has previously developed platforms that have proved popular with teen users.
Tech firms face demands to stop illegal content going viral
UK regulator Ofcom is consulting on more safety measures for online platforms, such as preventing screen-records of children's livestreams.
Singapore police can now seize bank accounts to stop scams
The new law was passed to combat Singapore's worsening scam problem, but some have said it is too intrusive.
Watch: Humanoid robots stumble through football match in China
The robots kicked, scored and tumbled while competing at a tourmentant in Beijing.
Trump says he has 'a group of very wealthy people' to buy TikTok
Trump says he thinks China's president will probably approve a sale to the unidentified group.
Should we be letting flies eat our food waste?
In Lithuania and Australia, hungry fly larvae are used to process food waste into useful protein.
'Made in the USA' reference disappears from Trump phone listing
Trump Mobile maintains the gold smartphone will be made in the US, despite the changed wording on its website.
Pornhub to introduce 'government approved' age checks in UK
It is one of a number of porn sites which regulator Ofcom says will bring in tougher age verification for users.
Meta admits wrongly suspending Facebook Groups but denies wider problem
Group administrators have reported receiving automated messages which incorrectly say they have violated the rules.
Three network phone calls down but data still working
The phone operator said it was "aware of an issue affecting voice services" and apologised for disruption.
'Fast tech' warning as demand for cheap gadgets heats up
A not-for-profit warns cheap, quickly disposed of gadgets could become the new "fast fashion".
Judge backs AI firm over use of copyrighted books
A US court has ruled Anthropic was not breaching copyright rules when it trained its AI model on books.
US safety regulators contact Tesla over erratic robotaxis
Videos posted online appear to show the newly launched self-driving cars speeding and driving in the wrong lane.
Google may be forced to link to rival search platforms in the UK
The Competition and Markets Authority says it wants to open up the UK search market.
First celestial image unveiled from revolutionary telescope
The telescope should detect killer asteroids and may even find the ninth planet in our solar system.
Grow a Garden: The surprise Roblox gaming hit
It's breaking records for online gaming - what's behind its growing appeal?
Tesla robotaxi 'low-key' launch in Texas
Tesla hopes to rival firms already offering driverless ride-hailing in the US and around the world, such as Waymo, Zoox and Baidu.
BBC threatens AI firm with legal action over unauthorised content use
It is first time that the BBC has taken such action regarding alleged scraping of its content for AI.
Trump confirms further delay to TikTok ban or sale deadline
It's the third time the date has been moved back by Trump since he took office in January.
Texas Instruments pledges 'historic' $60bn US chip investment
The announcement comes as Trump pressures big technology firms to increase manufacturing in America.
Print and shoot: How 3D-printed guns are spreading online
The technology to build your own lethal weapon is promoted on social media
OpenAI boss: Meta offering $100m plus to poach my staff
Sam Altman said so far none of his "best people" had jumped ship to his big tech rival.
Trump to extend US TikTok ban deadline, White House says
The app was supposed to be banned in the US after its Chinese owner refused to sell it by a January deadline.
Amazon boss says AI will replace jobs at tech giant
Andy Jassy tells staff to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) as he warns the workforce will get smaller.
UK watchdog fines 23andMe for 'profoundly damaging' data breach
The fine comes as the DNA testing firm, which filed for bankruptcy in March, is set to be sold to a new owner.
Experts question whether $499 gold Trump phone can be US-made
It is the latest plan by US President Donald Trump's family that looks to cash in on his name.
WhatsApp to start showing more adverts in messaging app
People who link their WhatsApp account to Facebook or Instagram will see personalised ads.
Race to mine metals for EV batteries threatens marine paradise
Photographs appear to show how nickel mining damaged one the world's most diverse marine environments
Meta AI searches made public - but do all its users realise?
Meta AI users may be inadvertently making their searches public without realising it.
Data bill opposed by Sir Elton John and Dua Lipa finally passes
Leading artists said the bill needed to be changed to protect them from having their work copied by AI.
What are the advantages of creating a digital mirror of a city – or an entire island?
Illegal mining is a big problem in Ghana. Now tech is being used to combat it.
In China, electric cars accounted for almost half of all car sales last year.
Ione Wells visits the Rubin Observatory in Chile's Atacama Desert.
Protecting your personal data when a company gets into financial difficulty.
Should we be letting flies eat our food waste?
In Lithuania and Australia, hungry fly larvae are used to process food waste into useful protein.
Supercell boss: 'We need to take bigger risks'
The boss of mobile gaming giant Supercell says the industry needs to take bigger risks to compete.
Tech giants unleash AI on weather forecasts: are they any good?
The biggest tech firms are using AI to forecast the weather but is that better than existing models?
Why Ukraine is one of the world's most digital countries
Despite the war, Ukraine has developed of the most advanced systems for digital government services.
From festivals to weddings: Why drone shows are booming
Light shows involving hundreds and even thousands of drones are becoming big attractions.
How airline fees have turned baggage into billions
The amount carriers now charge for luggage is raising the ire of politicians and consumer groups.
The British jet engine that failed in the 'Valley of Death'
Workers at Reaction Engines felt they were close to completing a revolutionary jet engine.
US green energy firms brace for federal funding cuts
Billions of dollars of US federal funding for green energy projects hangs in the balance.
Frugal tech: The start-ups working on cheap innovation
Indian start-ups are using local materials and innovative ideas to make useful and affordable products.
Why we need 'revolutionary' cooling tech
Cooling systems that avoid the use of polluting refrigerants are being launched.
The monthly AI or real quiz: May 2025
Challenge yourself with this edition of our monthly AI or real quiz and see if you can get top marks!
The camera tech propelling shows like Adolescence
Whole TV shows shot in one long take are made possible by new lightweight cameras.
How to avoid a puncture on the Moon
Giant tyre firms are testing tyres that can survive conditions on the Moon and Mars.
Visit the Arctic vault holding back-ups of great works
An arctic vault holds digital back-ups of some of humanity's great works of art, history and technology.
Who should you trust for a weather forecast?
Weather influencers can provide useful local information but are also accused of exaggerating conditions.
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