Tim Berners-Lee's Battle for Web's Soul in Australia
World Wide Web inventor Sir Tim Berners-Lee visits Australia, promoting his book and advocating for user empowerment against commercialised internet 'nastiness'.
Category : Tech
Stacey Solomon's Amazon Printer for Easy Scrapbooks
Stacey Solomon reveals her favourite Amazon gadget for creating scrapbooks at home: the Wolfang Photo Printer, praised for its ease of use and quality prints.
WhatsApp Launches 'Lockdown Mode' for High-Risk Users
WhatsApp introduces a new 'Strict Account Settings' feature, dubbed 'lockdown mode,' to protect journalists and public figures from sophisticated cyber threats like Pegasus malware.
Mr. President Game Launches on Steam During Board Game Fest
A new political simulation game, Mr. President, launches in Early Access on Steam, allowing players to navigate US presidential challenges from 2000-2020, including real events like 9/11 and COVID-19.
Highguard's Rocky Start: A Promising Game's Troubled Launch
Highguard, a new online multiplayer game from Wildlight Entertainment, faces an uphill battle after a botched reveal at the Game Awards, despite its solid gameplay and pedigree from ex-Respawn developers.
CMA: UK Publishers Could Block Google AI Overviews
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority proposes allowing news organisations to opt out of Google's AI summaries, aiming to address traffic and revenue concerns.
Khaby Lame's £707m Business Sale & TikTok Fortune
Senegalese-Italian TikTok sensation Khaby Lame, the platform's most followed user with 160 million followers, has sold his brand management company for a staggering $975 million (£707 million) to Hong Kong's Rich Sparkle, making him a controlling sharehol
Artemis 2 Moon Mission: Launch Dates and How to Watch
NASA prepares for the historic Artemis 2 crewed Moon mission amid safety concerns. Discover launch dates, how to watch, and the mission's significance.
CMA Proposes Changes to Google Search in UK
The Competition and Markets Authority has outlined proposals requiring Google to give publishers fairer deals for AI content use and make switching search services easier for UK users.
Nintendo Surprises with Splatoon 3 Update After Years
Nintendo has unexpectedly released a substantial Splatoon 3 update, version 11.0.0, introducing the Flow Aura mechanic, health bars, and gameplay tweaks, revitalising the 2022 shooter.
CMA Proposes Changes to Google Search in UK
The Competition and Markets Authority has outlined proposals requiring Google to give publishers a fairer deal in AI Overviews and make switching search services easier for users.
Irish Deputy PM Demands Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Tanaiste Simon Harris calls for prohibition of social media use for under-16s, demands enforcement of digital consent laws and end to self-regulation era.
Italy Braces for AI Cyberattacks at Winter Olympics
Italy's National Cybersecurity Agency prepares for sophisticated AI-driven threats targeting the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, deploying extensive monitoring and rapid response teams.
Age of Shameless Theft: AI, Inequality and Politics Fuel Stealing
From copied articles to AI-generated content and territorial grabs, theft defines our era. Jonathan Liew explores how technology, power imbalances, and political leaders accelerate this impulse, with profound societal consequences.
Millennials Find Old MySpace Profiles Still Exist With Photos
Millennials are discovering their old MySpace profiles from the 2000s remain online with profile pictures and friends lists visible, sparking nostalgia and surprise among users.
Remote Welsh Village Finally Gets Mobile Signal After Years
The picturesque village of Penmachno in Conwy, home to 600 residents, has finally received reliable 4G mobile coverage after years of being part of the 'forgotten' 4% of UK areas without signal.
Eclipse of the Century 2026: UK Viewing Guide
A total solar eclipse in August 2026 will be visible from Iceland and Spain, with the UK experiencing up to 96% coverage. Learn the timing, best viewing spots, and how it compares to future eclipses.
Teens Demand Social Media Crackdown in UK
New polling reveals three-quarters of young Britons want tougher social media regulation as political pressure mounts for age restrictions and safety measures.
PornHub Blocks New UK Users Over Online Safety Act
PornHub's parent company Aylo will restrict new UK registrations from February, criticising the Online Safety Act's age verification as a 'failed system' that endangers privacy.
Waymo Van Crashes Into Multiple Cars in LA
A Waymo autonomous vehicle crashed into multiple parked cars on a narrow Los Angeles street near Dodgers Stadium, with surveillance footage capturing the dramatic incident.
Challenger Disaster: New Evidence on Crew's Final Moments
Forty years after the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded 73 seconds after launch, disturbing evidence indicates the seven astronauts may not have died instantly, with air packs activated manually during the disaster.
Sundance Film 'The AI Doc' Delves into AI's Promise and Peril
A new documentary at Sundance, 'The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist', investigates the dual nature of AI through personal anxiety and expert insights, featuring figures like Sam Altman.
Pope Warns 'Affectionate' Chatbots Endanger Human Relationships
Pope Leo XIV issues urgent warning about AI chatbots that simulate human affection, arguing they erode real relationships and creativity while calling for ethical governance.
Lili Reinhart Quits X After Horrific Online Abuse Over Politics
Riverdale actress Lili Reinhart details disturbing rape threats received on Elon Musk's X platform after declaring support for Kamala Harris, leading to her permanent departure from the social media site.
Four AI Personality Types Found in ChatGPT Users
Researchers from Oxford and Berlin have categorised ChatGPT users into four distinct personality types: AI enthusiasts, naive pragmatists, cautious adopters, and reserved explorers.
Gamecube Titles Leak for Switch 2, Virtual Boy Details Revealed
A Walmart advert leak suggests Metroid Prime 2 and Pikmin 2 are coming to Nintendo Switch Online, while Virtual Boy games get a February launch date.
Girl Finds Meteorite Older Than Earth on Beach
Ariana Church, aged nine, discovered an extremely rare Ferrous Iron Aerolite meteorite while exploring Penarth Pier in Wales with her family, a find dating back 4.5 billion years.
PS5 Pro Enhanced: Resident Evil Requiem Gets 4K/60FPS Ray-Tracing
Capcom announces PS5 Pro enhancements for Resident Evil Requiem, delivering 4K resolution at 60 frames-per-second with ray-tracing. With PS6 reportedly delayed, the upgraded console becomes more appealing for high-end gaming.
Gamer Sues Fortnite and Minecraft Over Addiction Claims
A video game player is taking legal action against the makers of Fortnite and Minecraft, alleging the companies intentionally designed addictive products without safeguards.
Pornhub to Block New UK Users from February
Pornhub's parent company Aylo will restrict new UK registrations from 2 February, criticising the Online Safety Act as a 'failed system' that endangers privacy and diverts users to unregulated sites.
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