A priest, pensioner, tech CEO, teenager, stay-at-home mother and social media manager share their screen time habits, revealing how digital devices shape modern British life from loneliness to liberation.
A deep dive into how smartphones, inspired by BJ Fogg's persuasive technology, have reshaped human behaviour, sparking anxiety, anger, and compulsive use across generations in the UK.
From memory-jogging smart rings to AI home companions, discover the standout tech innovations from CES 2026 specifically designed to enhance life for the 50-plus generation.
A new study reveals 74% of UK musicians fear AI threatens their livelihoods, with one in three creative roles at risk due to unregulated generative AI use.
A new report reveals nearly 75% of UK musicians fear AI threatens their livelihoods, with one in three creative jobs at risk. The study calls for urgent government intervention to protect intellectual property.
February 2026 promises major tech launches including Samsung's Galaxy S26 series, Apple's budget iPhone 17e, Google's Pixel 10a, and Valve's Steam Machine console amid industry anticipation.
Good Morning Britain presenters Kate Garraway and Ranvir Singh were left terrified when a robot dog named Spot invaded their live broadcast, with the pair comparing it to a monster from Stranger Things.
US TikTok users report suspicious malfunctions as new US-specific algorithm launches under joint venture control, raising concerns about political interference and content visibility suppression.
New research reveals AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Google Gemini disproportionately cite Left-leaning publications, raising concerns about editorial bias and the future of journalism.
Google Gemini's new auto browse feature allows it to independently navigate the internet to complete tasks like online shopping and party planning for users.
A Guardian analysis reveals millions are using Telegram to create and share AI-generated deepfake nudes, with at least 150 channels globally distributing non-consensual content, highlighting a surge in digital abuse against women.
A woman discovered a jaw-dropping abstract image in her camera roll after her smartphone accidentally took a photo while in her pocket, sparking online theories about LED lights and long exposure.
As AI-generated content floods digital platforms, some services are introducing controls to help users manage synthetic material in their feeds and streams.
The UK government faces growing calls to ban social media for under-16s following a decisive House of Lords vote. Parents, teachers and young people share mixed views on whether restrictions would work.
The iconic TV copper Dixon of Dock Green is being revived as an AI avatar for police reforms, while Grantchester delivers a standout episode focusing on Leonard Finch.
The Prince of Wales warns that social media and texting have caused society to lose the art of debating, echoing concerns previously voiced by the Princess of Wales about digital disconnection.
Technology Secretary Liz Kendall admits AI will lead to job losses but announces a major training initiative to upskill 10 million workers by 2030, aiming for rapid AI adoption in the UK.
Google is integrating AI image generation and editing tools into Chrome, plus a virtual assistant side panel, as part of its broader push to infuse AI across its digital services.
Technology Secretary Liz Kendall acknowledges AI will eliminate some jobs but promises comprehensive support for workers, contrasting with 1980s Conservative policies.
Scientists from the University of Essex and DavidHugh LTD have developed the Aiora chair, using planar motion to mimic zero-gravity, inducing meditative brain activity in minutes.
Samsung unveils exclusive Galaxy Z Flip7 Olympic Edition for Winter Games athletes, featuring special design, AI tools, and connectivity features for Milano Cortina 2026.
Discover why dirty AirPods harbour harmful bacteria and learn step-by-step expert methods to clean them safely, including tips on frequency and replacement.
World Wide Web inventor Sir Tim Berners-Lee visits Australia, promoting his book and advocating for user empowerment against commercialised internet 'nastiness'.
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.
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 Leo XIV issues urgent warning about AI chatbots that simulate human affection, arguing they erode real relationships and creativity while calling for ethical governance.
Researchers from Oxford and Berlin have categorised ChatGPT users into four distinct personality types: AI enthusiasts, naive pragmatists, cautious adopters, and reserved explorers.
A New Mexico lawsuit claims Mark Zuckerberg approved AI companions for minors despite internal warnings about sexual interactions, citing staff emails and policy disputes.
Experts warn that the Trump administration's use of AI-generated and edited imagery on official channels is eroding public trust and accelerating misinformation crises in an already polarized digital landscape.
Ireland's AI minister Niamh Smyth states she cannot trust X after revelations that its Grok tool generated sexualised images. Committee hears evidence that platform misled officials about global safeguards.