Mobile networks call for 5G security inspector
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47253862https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47253862
The mobile network industry has called for a new security testing scheme to check 5G equipment.
Fri, 15 Feb 2019 12:33:59 GMT
Ad code 'slows down' browsing speeds
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47252725https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47252725
The code putting ads on webpages can stop pages loading by seconds, finds analysis of millions of sites.
Fri, 15 Feb 2019 12:42:48 GMT
What is Article 13? The EU's copyright directive explained
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47239600https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47239600
The final version of the new EU copyright law is agreed after three days of talks in France.
Thu, 14 Feb 2019 13:13:05 GMT
PewDiePie: Roblox lifts ban after social media backlash
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47253722https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47253722
Online multiplayer game Roblox has reinstated PewDiePie after banning the YouTuber for using his name.
Fri, 15 Feb 2019 16:30:17 GMT
Tilly Lockey: 'I can paint with my bionic arms'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-47253504https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-47253504
Tilly Lockey, 13, has bionic arms that are so sophisticated she can now use a paintbrush and apply make-up.
Fri, 15 Feb 2019 12:24:43 GMT
Made In Chelsea's Andy Jordan: Being an influencer made me 'a puppet'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-47246776https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-47246776
Made In Chelsea's Andy Jordan has a warning about the realities of being a social media influencer.
Fri, 15 Feb 2019 07:03:24 GMT
YouTube's copyright claim system abused by extorters
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47227937https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47227937
Google acts after YouTubers report users attempting to extort money via fraudulent copyright claims.
Thu, 14 Feb 2019 10:37:47 GMT
Amazon cancels New York City campus plan
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47245877https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47245877
The internet giant hit local opposition over the roughly $3bn in subsidies it had been promised.
Thu, 14 Feb 2019 20:10:17 GMT
School bomb hoax suspect arrested in US
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47198430https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47198430
Thousands of US schools were shut down by fake threats involving bombs, allege prosecutors.
Thu, 14 Feb 2019 11:45:36 GMT
JP Morgan creates first US bank-backed crypto-currency
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47240760https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47240760
The US investment bank has created the JPM Coin to handle wholesale payments for some clients.
Thu, 14 Feb 2019 15:58:19 GMT
British hacker Marcus Hutchins loses bid to omit 'intoxicated' testimony
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47240530https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47240530
Devonian Marcus Hutchins is accused of writing virus code and says he was "intoxicated" in an interview.
Thu, 14 Feb 2019 13:42:27 GMT
Apple to investigate Saudi app
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/47225381https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/47225381
An app that can be used by men to stop women leaving the country will be investigated by Apple.
Wed, 13 Feb 2019 18:08:15 GMT
Former Apple lawyer charged with insider trading
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47234789https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47234789
Gene Levoff is accused of engaging in insider trading on several occasions between 2011 and 2016.
Thu, 14 Feb 2019 03:03:38 GMT
Nasa calls time on silent Opportunity Mars rover
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-47231247https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-47231247
The 15-year mission of "Oppy" the robot is declared over after repeated failed attempts to contact it.
Wed, 13 Feb 2019 19:07:18 GMT
Crackdown on young celebs in gambling ads
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47214447https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47214447
Cartoon figures and young stars will be banned from many adverts in a bid to protect children.
Wed, 13 Feb 2019 00:05:03 GMT
Elon Musk named as Twitter boss favourite
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47225377https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47225377
The choice has raised eyebrows because of the controversial nature of some of Mr Musk's tweets.
Wed, 13 Feb 2019 12:25:01 GMT
Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering: GPS pioneers lauded
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-47212151https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-47212151
Four Americans are celebrated for their roles in developing the sat-nav Global Positioning System.
Tue, 12 Feb 2019 14:00:48 GMT
Overwatch and Call Of Duty maker to cut 800 jobs
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47226157https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47226157
Activision Blizzard will lay off about 800 people, despite announcing record revenue.
Wed, 13 Feb 2019 11:43:19 GMT
Ordnance Survey to launch mapping drone
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47196898https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47196898
The mapping organisation's craft will collect images and data for businesses and organisations to use.
Tue, 12 Feb 2019 01:46:50 GMT
Is new game Apex Legends a threat to Fortnite?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-47211771https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-47211771
Apex Legends, a new Battle Royale game has had over 25 million downloads in its first week - will it be a threat?
Wed, 13 Feb 2019 12:23:02 GMT
MPs immerse themselves in VR questions
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47216827https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47216827
MPs open inquiry into immersive technology such as VR and AR.
Tue, 12 Feb 2019 15:52:26 GMT
DJI makes drone safety improvements
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47214787https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47214787
The geo-fencing technology that means drones cannot fly near airports is improved.
Tue, 12 Feb 2019 14:10:06 GMT
Teen has vaccinations after asking Reddit
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47198753https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47198753
Ethan Lindenberger took to the website to ask whether he could get vaccines without his parents .
Mon, 11 Feb 2019 19:29:45 GMT
Ligue du LOL: Secret group of French journalists targeted women
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-47206248https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-47206248
Media execs at several major outlets used anonymous accounts to harass women writers and activists.
Tue, 12 Feb 2019 10:24:36 GMT
Paris to sue Airbnb over 'illegal ads'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47198746https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47198746
The fine could amount to €12.5m ($14m, £11m) for the 1,000 ads the city says break French law.
Mon, 11 Feb 2019 12:43:20 GMT
Russia considers 'unplugging' from internet
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47198426https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47198426
Russia may briefly disconnect from the internet as part of a test of its cyber-defences.
Mon, 11 Feb 2019 16:15:05 GMT
Facebook and Google news should be regulated, Cairncross Review says
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-47202553https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-47202553
The landmark review also recommended the BBC should do more to share its technical and digital expertise.
Tue, 12 Feb 2019 11:36:54 GMT
Gavin Williamson: Drone 'swarm squadrons' to be deployed by military
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-47192232https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-47192232
The defence secretary says the network enabled aircraft could be used to overwhelm the enemy.
Mon, 11 Feb 2019 16:35:32 GMT
Reddit: Censorship fears spark criticism of Tencent funding reports
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47194096https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47194096
Redditors flooded the site with snarky posts after reports of funding from Chinese tech giant Tencent.
Mon, 11 Feb 2019 06:28:47 GMT
Grindr and Tinder 'must not risk children's safety'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-47189038https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-47189038
Minister vows to question Grindr and Tinder on safeguarding measures following "shocking" findings.
Sun, 10 Feb 2019 15:34:40 GMT
YouTube U-turn over child abuse singer
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47170759https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47170759
YouTube deletes singer Austin Jones's channel, after he exchanges sexual images with underage girls.
Fri, 08 Feb 2019 10:47:09 GMT
How Spatial and augmented reality could change work
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47090955https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47090955
The software allows people to chat and share images, videos and 3D models in augmented reality.
Sat, 02 Feb 2019 00:09:54 GMT
Haidilao: Robots staff China's top hotpot chain
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-46946431https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-46946431
Robot waiters and chefs form the future of hotpot chain Haidilao.
Thu, 31 Jan 2019 00:21:42 GMT
Nera: The 3D-printed electric motorbike
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-46894072https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-46894072
The bike, made by BigRep, took three days to print and cost about £2,000 ($2,600) to produce.
Mon, 28 Jan 2019 01:38:25 GMT
CES 2019: Smart socket to charge your devices
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-46826795https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-46826795
BBC Click's Lara Lewington looks at a new smart socket for charging devices.
Mon, 21 Jan 2019 08:58:12 GMT
Tinder-style app for cows tries to help the meat market
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47200686https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47200686
So you think the dating scene is just a meat market? Wait till you hear about this matchmaking app.
Mon, 11 Feb 2019 13:38:52 GMT
Fan smashes his TV when his team loses
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/football/47148498https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/football/47148498
YouTuber and Marseille fan Mohamed Henni tells BBC World Service that he breaks TVs when his football team loses "to make people happy".
Wed, 06 Feb 2019 15:44:08 GMT
Meet the tech entrepreneurs tackling sexual harassment
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47224682https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47224682
In the wake of the #MeToo movement, new apps are helping victims gather and share evidence.
Fri, 15 Feb 2019 00:00:42 GMT
Would you be happy to see your doctor online?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47196286https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47196286
Video consultations are saving doctors time and money, but are they good for patients, too?
Tue, 12 Feb 2019 00:20:45 GMT
Donald Trump's wall: How tech guards the US-Mexico border
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47152051https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47152051
Camera-laden towers and underground sensors plug the gaps in the existing US-Mexico border fence.
Sun, 10 Feb 2019 00:36:55 GMT
TikTok: Where gummy bears singing Adele rule
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-46973865https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-46973865
The Chinese-owned meme platform taking over the internet.
Sat, 09 Feb 2019 00:35:53 GMT
'How a smartphone saved my mother's life'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47156077https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47156077
The smartphone is becoming a powerful medical tool that can diagnose a growing number of conditions.
Fri, 08 Feb 2019 00:04:31 GMT
Social media: How can governments regulate it?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47135058https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47135058
As the government draws up plans, what are its options for regulating the firms?
Thu, 07 Feb 2019 17:57:08 GMT
Self-harm, suicide and social media: Can you talk about them online safely?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-47131178https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-47131178
The boss of Instagram is meeting the government to talk about sensitive content on social media.
Thu, 07 Feb 2019 11:30:16 GMT
Do money apps make us better or worse with our finances?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47075429https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47075429
Apps that help us manage our money are proving increasingly popular, but how effective are they?
Tue, 05 Feb 2019 00:01:13 GMT
Microsoft: What went right under Satya Nadella?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47078013https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47078013
How Satya Nadella turned around the tech firm's fortunes.
Sat, 02 Feb 2019 00:13:08 GMT
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald visual effects
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47044795https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47044795
The joint visual effects supervisor behind the Bafta-nominated film explains how the images were made.
Sun, 10 Feb 2019 00:16:17 GMT
What is TikTok?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47160791https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47160791
The social media app was downloaded more times than Instagram and Snapchat in 2018.
Sat, 09 Feb 2019 00:35:48 GMT
Robot aims to inspire girls to take STEM and other news
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47044794https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47044794
BBC Click's Jen Copestake looks at some of the best technology stories of the week.
Fri, 08 Feb 2019 10:53:55 GMT
Robot teaches itself to ice-skate
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-46988569https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-46988569
The 3D-printed robot showed off its skating skills at the recent World Economic Forum in Davos.
Thu, 07 Feb 2019 00:04:47 GMT
Ford puts bed hoggers in their place, and other news
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47133388https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47133388
BBC Click's Jen Copestake looks at some of the best technology stories of the week.
Fri, 15 Feb 2019 01:20:08 GMT
The basketball coverage directed and filmed by AI
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47044796https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47044796
The British Basketball League is testing a new way of filming games that picks the action using AI.
Thu, 14 Feb 2019 08:37:26 GMT
Tech Take-back: Hove pop-up shop for recycling old tech
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-sussex-47217911https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-sussex-47217911
A pop-up recycling shop in Hove collects unwanted tech items, erases the data and recycles them.
Wed, 13 Feb 2019 08:50:48 GMT
Christopher Robin: How we made the film's visual effects
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47205576https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-47205576
Visual effects supervisor Chris Lawrence explains how they helped make the film.
Wed, 13 Feb 2019 09:07:08 GMT
Would you swap your smartphone with a brick phone?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-47198985https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-47198985
Michaela Community School sells "brick phones" to students to stop them from being distracted.
Mon, 11 Feb 2019 17:33:24 GMT
Japan turns to tech to cut long working hours
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47209793https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-47209793
Overwork is a longstanding problem in Japan and companies are turning to technology for solutions.
Wed, 13 Feb 2019 00:09:31 GMT