BBC iPlayer to Track TV Licence Evaders
The BBC is reportedly developing methods to use iPlayer account data to identify households that haven't paid the £174.50 annual TV licence fee, potentially linking 40 million accounts to addresses.
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Mother Calls for Social Media Ban After Son's Suicide
Jane Johnson believes social media contributed to her 19-year-old son Leo's suicide through 'comparison culture'. She supports a proposed ban for under-16s as the government launches a consultation.
Kirby Air Riders Free Update Adds GameShare & Grand Prix Mode
Nintendo surprises fans with a substantial free update for Kirby Air Riders on Switch 2, introducing GameShare support, a new Grand Prix mode, and numerous bug fixes.
UK Takes $1M from Meta for AI as Social Media Ban for Teens Looms
Ministers have accepted a $1 million donation from Meta to fund AI experts in government, sparking criticism over ties with tech giants while consulting on banning social media for under-16s.
California Probes TikTok Over Anti-Trump Censorship Claims
California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced an investigation into TikTok following user reports of suppressed anti-Trump videos and blocked mentions of 'Epstein' on the platform.
Sky's Last-Minute £200 Bonus Warning for Customers
Sky issues urgent warning as customers risk missing £200 switching bonus and discounted broadband deals before January sale expires on January 28.
Friendly Humanoid Robot Sprout Aims for Homes, Not Factories
Fauna Robotics unveils Sprout, a 3.5-foot tall humanoid robot with a soft, padded exterior designed to be approachable for homes, schools, and social spaces, marking a new direction in robotics.
Looksmaxxing: The Dangerous Obsession With Appearance
The troubling trend of 'looksmaxxing' among young men represents the extreme endpoint of society's fixation on physical perfection, involving risky procedures and toxic ideologies.
Tech CEOs Debate AI World Domination at Davos
Global tech leaders at Davos 2026 sparked intense discussions on AI's potential for world domination, highlighting ethical concerns and regulatory challenges.
AI Boss Warns Humanity Must 'Wake Up' to Imminent Risks
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei warns humanity faces a critical test from powerful AI systems that could arrive within two years, questioning if our societal structures are ready.
TikTok Censorship Claims After Trump Investor Takeover
TikTok users report blocked 'Epstein' mentions and suppressed anti-Trump content following platform's acquisition by investors loyal to President Donald Trump, prompting California investigation.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Rumours: Privacy Display & AI Scam
Samsung's Galaxy S26 series is rumoured to launch next month with a privacy display feature, AI scam detection, and upgraded specs. Get all the latest leaks on release date, price, design, and more.
France Bans Social Media for Under-15s, UK Considers Similar Move
French MPs have voted to ban social media for children under 15 and prohibit mobile phones in high schools, with the law set to take effect in September. This move, backed by President Macron, reflects a growing European trend, including UK considerations
France Bans Social Media for Children Under 15
French lawmakers have passed legislation prohibiting social media access for children under 15, with President Macron championing the measure as protection against algorithmic influence.
Just Eat AI Assistant Tackles Menu Anxiety
Just Eat introduces an AI voice assistant in its UK app to help customers overcome choice overload by providing personalised food recommendations through conversational interaction.
AI App Rewrites Bird Evolution Timeline Using Dinosaur Footprints
University of Edinburgh researchers have developed an AI application called DinoTracker that analyses dinosaur footprints with 90% accuracy, suggesting birds may have originated 60 million years earlier than previously thought.
Tech Giants Face Trial Over Social Media Addiction
Meta, YouTube and TikTok face unprecedented US trial accused of intentionally designing addictive platforms harming children's mental health with 1,600 plaintiffs involved.
Mio: Memories In Orbit Review - Robotic Adventure
Mio: Memories In Orbit offers a visually stunning, challenging platformer with a melancholic tone, while TR-49 presents a literary puzzle game set in a post-catastrophe Britain.
Newsom Accuses TikTok of Suppressing Anti-Trump Posts
California Governor Gavin Newsom has launched a state review into TikTok, alleging the platform suppresses content critical of Donald Trump following its recent US ownership deal.
Smartphone Alert: 4 Rules Before Scanning QR Codes
Cybersecurity experts issue urgent warning about rising QR code scams targeting iPhone and Android users. Learn the four essential rules to protect your personal data from sophisticated fraud attempts.
ABC News Facebook Hacked with Porn and PM Photo
Australia's national broadcaster ABC is investigating a security breach where its Facebook page with 4.9 million followers was hacked, posting images of adult performers and an unflattering photo of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
Tech Giants Face Landmark Child Addiction Trial
Meta, TikTok and YouTube face a landmark trial in Los Angeles accused of deliberately addicting children through platform design. The case could set precedent for thousands of similar lawsuits.
Tech Giants Face Youth Addiction Trial in Los Angeles
Meta, TikTok and YouTube face a landmark trial in Los Angeles over claims their platforms deliberately addict and harm children, with jury selection beginning this week.
Stalter Deletes TikTok Over ICE Censorship Claims
Comedian Megan Stalter deletes TikTok account, alleging platform restricts ICE criticism content. TikTok blames power outage for system failures affecting views and uploads.
Apple Pays Millions in Siri Privacy Settlement
Apple begins distributing payments from a $95 million class action settlement over Siri privacy violations. Millions may receive up to $20 per device for unintended recordings.
Newsom Probes TikTok Over Trump Content Claims
California Governor Gavin Newsom accuses TikTok of suppressing content critical of Donald Trump, launching a state review. TikTok blames technical failures.
ABC Facebook Hacked with OnlyFans Star Image
The ABC News Facebook page was briefly compromised, displaying an image of adult model Bonnie Blue as its cover photo before removal after 20 minutes.
AI Dinotracker App Identifies Dinosaur Footprints
Scientists have unveiled an innovative AI-powered app called Dinotracker, designed to identify and analyse dinosaur footprints from user-uploaded photos, revolutionising palaeontology research.
Mars's Gravity Influences Earth's Ice Ages, Study Finds
New research uncovers that Mars's gravitational pull significantly influences Earth's long-term climate patterns, including the cycles that trigger ice ages, challenging previous assumptions.
Valve Faces £656m UK Lawsuit Over Steam Commissions
Video game giant Valve is facing a massive £656 million lawsuit in Britain over allegations of excessive commissions and restrictive practices on its Steam platform, affecting up to 14 million UK consumers.
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