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Friday

Apple to buck layoff trend by hiring UK AI staff
The tech giant's chief executive, Tim Cook, said he expects to increase investment.
29.09.2023 - 13:46

The slow and delicate aircraft taking on spy missions
Light aircraft that can fly and loiter at very high altitudes could provide back-up for spy satellites.
29.09.2023 - 01:02

Thursday

Fortnite maker Epic Games cutting 16% of workforce
The company says it is shedding the staff because it's spending "way more" than it earns
28.09.2023 - 18:47

PlayStation boss Jim Ryan to retire from Sony next year
He said he took the decision due to issues he had living in Europe while working in North America.
28.09.2023 - 18:20

X scraps tool to report electoral fake news - researchers
A research organisation says the feature is now only available in European Union countries.
28.09.2023 - 16:14

Watch: The robot wolves trying to scare off Japan's bears
A howling 'monster wolf' is scaring wild bears away from the city of Takikawa.
28.09.2023 - 06:36

The self-driving trucks that are deliberately crashed
A maker of autonomous lorries is using AI software to prang computerised versions of the vehicles.
28.09.2023 - 01:04

Meta announces AI chatbots with 'personality'
At Meta's first in-person event since before the pandemic, Mark Zuckerberg announced his AI plans.
28.09.2023 - 00:29

Wednesday

ChatGPT can now access up to date information
The chatbot's knowledge previously only included data up to September 2021, but not any more.
27.09.2023 - 22:47

Hollywood writers agree to end five-month strike after studio deal
They can return to work while they vote on whether to approve a three-year deal that offers pay rises.
27.09.2023 - 04:12

Fifa to EA Sports FC: Name change is big gamble for UK's best-selling game
The Fifa football video games are rebranded after a reported disagreement with the governing body.
27.09.2023 - 03:18

Tuesday

Amazon: US accuses online giant of illegal monopoly
The Federal Trade Commission alleges Amazon uses "unfair" and "illegal" strategies to keep power.
26.09.2023 - 21:15

Disinformation most active on X, formerly known as Twitter, EU says
A European Commission report says the network has the most disinformation of six large social networks.
26.09.2023 - 20:11

Reddit to begin paying people for popular posts
The social media site will split revenue with contributors who are awarded "gold" by other users.
26.09.2023 - 16:29

Spotify will not ban AI-made music, says boss
In a rare interview, Spotify boss Daniel Ek talks to the BBC about AI, regulation and Harry and Meghan.
26.09.2023 - 01:33

US-China rivalry spurs investment in space tech
The race to get back to the moon is fuelling US investment in private sector space firms.
26.09.2023 - 01:14

Monday

Amazon takes on Microsoft as it invests billions in Anthropic
The company is in a race among big tech firms to exploit the potential of artificial intelligence.
25.09.2023 - 19:06

Metaverse: What happened to Mark Zuckerberg's next big thing?
Two years ago, the metaverse was billed as the next big thing - but many in the tech world have already moved on.
25.09.2023 - 18:02

How the fall of the 'King of Crypto' cost one British man millions
As Sam Bankman-Fried awaits trial for fraud, his former investors wonder if they will ever recoup their losses.
25.09.2023 - 07:00

Farmers turn to tech as bees struggle to pollinate
With bee populations struggling, mechanical pollination may be increasingly needed as a back-up.
25.09.2023 - 01:06

Saturday

TikTok frenzies 'putting police and schools under strain'
The warning comes after a BBC investigation into disruption driven by the social media platform's algorithms.
23.09.2023 - 02:05

Friday

Amazon Prime Video content to start including ads next year
Amazon says its Prime Video users will see ads on TV shows and movies unless they pay extra.
22.09.2023 - 20:16

Microsoft's new Call of Duty deal set for UK approval
The revised offer "opens the door" to the deal being cleared, the UK competition watchdog says.
22.09.2023 - 12:37

Despite risks fish farms are booming in Africa
Farming fish has seen rapid growth in Africa but it can be an expensive, high-risk operation.
22.09.2023 - 01:29

AI risks destabilising world, deputy PM to tell UN
Oliver Dowden will warn the pace of change could outstrip governments' abilities to make AI safe.
22.09.2023 - 01:26

Thursday

Game of Thrones author sues ChatGPT owner OpenAI
George RR Martin and John Grisham are among the authors suing the company over copyright laws.
21.09.2023 - 13:56

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth: Reaction to demo as Tokyo Game Show starts
It's one of the biggest game releases of next year - and verdicts are rolling in on the first demo.
21.09.2023 - 10:58

Google accused of directing motorist to drive off collapsed bridge
Google had been asked to update its maps in the nine years before the father of two's death.
21.09.2023 - 05:36

Is it possible to regulate artificial intelligence?
We are moving towards regulation of AI, but some experts maintain that it will never work.
21.09.2023 - 01:06

Wednesday

Inside Tiktok's real-life frenzies - from riots to false murder accusations
Former staff and users tell the BBC the app's algorithm has encouraged harmful real-life behaviour.
20.09.2023 - 23:13

Musk start-up Neuralink seeks people for brain-implant trial
The company hopes to help people with paralysis move a cursor, or type, using its brain implant.
20.09.2023 - 16:53

Fortnite: Parents in US offered refunds for game purchases
Millions in compensation will be paid out after the game tricked players into making unintended purchases.
20.09.2023 - 15:35

Braverman and Facebook clash over private message plans
The government has launched a campaign criticising Meta for planned encryption of Facebook messages.
20.09.2023 - 12:01

Elon Musk woos world leaders, courting controversy
The billionaire's forays into sensitive geopolitical issues and his global clout have come under scrutiny.
20.09.2023 - 01:20

Tuesday

Online Safety Bill: Crackdown on harmful social media content agreed
The law aims to force firms to remove illegal content and protect children from some legal but harmful material.
19.09.2023 - 21:50

FTX: 'King of Crypto' parents sued over missing millions
Sam Bankman-Fried's parents are being sued as his bankrupt crypto firm FTX seeks to recover money.
19.09.2023 - 19:48

YouTube suspends Russell Brand from advert income
The BBC has also removed some shows featuring the comedian and actor from its streaming services.
19.09.2023 - 13:45

The turbo-charged plants that could boost farm output
Researchers are tweaking the photosynthesis process to raise the output of crops like soy, maize and wheat.
19.09.2023 - 01:01

Friday

The firms hoping to take psychedelic drugs mainstream
Start-ups are tweaking psychedelic compounds to treat mental health conditions.
15.09.2023 - 01:06

Thursday

'Overwhelming consensus' to regulate AI, says Elon Musk
The Tesla CEO was among the top tech leaders meeting with US lawmakers to discuss AI governance
14.09.2023 - 00:56

Wednesday

Sea drones: What are they and how much do they cost?
Moscow has blamed Ukraine for a series of attacks by sea drones on Russian naval targets.
13.09.2023 - 18:22

Tuesday

Robots are trained to help revive coral reefs
Researchers are experimenting with robots to help speed up the restoration of coral reefs.
12.09.2023 - 01:04

Saturday

Elusive Ernie: China's new chatbot has a censorship problem
Ernie, Baidu's answer to ChatGPT, is wary of sensitive subjects - and clearly dodges questions.
09.09.2023 - 02:25

Friday

Urban oases combine roof gardens and solar panels
Combining solar panels and a roof garden is a tricky and costly engineering task.
08.09.2023 - 01:22

Tuesday

Long wave radio fans mourn fading frequencies
Now disappearing, long wave radio broadcasts once gave a taste of far flung countries and cultures.
05.09.2023 - 01:10

Monday

Why empty lorries are a problem and how to fix it
With one third of lorries in the UK driving empty, some hauliers are turning to technology for help.
28.08.2023 - 01:04

Wednesday

Edinburgh Fringe: Can TikTok comedy stars cut it on stage?
They have millions of followers, but can they cut it in front of a crowd at the Edinburgh Fringe?
23.08.2023 - 02:08

Monday

Virtual reality brings new vision to workplace training
Staff are being asked to put on VR goggles when they go on a course or team-building session.
21.08.2023 - 01:02

Friday

The eco-friendly glass that's hard to crack
Scientists have developed an extremely strong glass which is less energy intensive to make than regular glass.
18.08.2023 - 01:01

Monday

Back to the future for India's rice farmers
India, the world's biggest rice exporter, is turning to old varieties and new farming techniques.
14.08.2023 - 23:02

Video doorbells: Police champion them but do they cut crime?
The smart doorbells have soared in popularity, but they may not help reduce the number of break-ins.
14.08.2023 - 01:03

Tuesday

Will electric flying taxis live up to their promise?
Small electric aircraft will be carrying passengers soon in Europe soon, but will they catch on?
08.08.2023 - 01:03

New AI systems collide with copyright law
Artists are worried that their work is being fed into AI systems and are taking legal action.
01.08.2023 - 01:08

Monday

The return of cargo-carrying sail ships
As concerns about climate change continue wind-powered shipping is making a comeback.
31.07.2023 - 01:10

Friday

Drones are showing us sharks like never before
Astonishing aerial footage reveals sharks are closer to us than we think – and usually leave us alone.
21.07.2023 - 01:13