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Things can't go on like this with online safety, Starmer tells tech bosses

It comes as the government continues to consult on whether to ban under-16s from social media in the UK.

Booking.com customers warned of 'reservation hijacking' after hack

The travel platform said it had changed Pins to protect customers but would not say how many were affected.

Google to punish sites that trap people in with back button tricks

The tech giant said it will punish sites that block back button navigation from June.

Snapchat owner cuts 1,000 jobs as says AI will reduce repetitive work

The Snapchat owner is laying off around 16% of staff and withdrawn hundreds of open job roles.

Palantir defends its record as MPs demand more scrutiny of data use

NHS guidance that all hospitals should be using Palantir software from this month has sparked a backlash.

Man charged with attempted murder over attack on home of OpenAI's Sam Altman

The Texas man, who also faces federal felony charges, allegedly had documents advocating for violence against AI executives.

Quantum computing: A tech race Europe could win?

With some promising computing companies in the field, could Europe be a leader in quantum tech?

Rolls-Royce launches new two-seater electric car

The company says it will create only 100 of its Project Nightingale in its Goodwood headquarters.

Roblox defends expanded age‑checks after parents raise concerns over errors

With 144m daily users, the gaming company is extending its tech to introduce two age‑specific accounts.

GTA-maker Rockstar Games hacked again but downplays impact

The incident marks the second time the games giant has been hacked by young, English-speaking hackers.

Meta pulls Facebook ads recruiting for social media addiction lawsuits

The Facebook owner recently lost a landmark social media addiction trial in California

OpenAI boss Sam Altman's home targeted with Molotov cocktail

San Francisco police have arrested a 20-year-old suspect after a perimeter gate was set alight.

Dancer with MND performs on stage again through digital avatar

Breanna Olson said brainwave tech was able to re-establish the expression and connection she felt had gone.

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Can pedestrians, runners and cyclists safely share the road with self-driving vehicles?

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Is there a way to fix AI's problem with trust?

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Attribution science is becoming an increasingly important tool in climate lawsuits.

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Humans are returning to the Moon - hear about it on the BBC’s space podcast, 13 Minutes

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Shiona McCallum tours Blenheim Palace, exploring the tech aiding its restoration.

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How research linking climate change and extreme weather events is being used in lawsuits.

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Alasdair Keane visits the underground insect farm turning food waste into animal feed.

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Paul Carter checks out the newest phones, gadgets and trends from MWC Barcelona.

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