Smart plugs sold on Amazon a 'fire risk', Which? warns
People should immediately stop using the Hictkon smart plug with dual USB ports, the watchdog warns.
Source: BBC Tech
US Election: Whoever becomes the next president, social media is changing
Both Trump and Biden want to take away the US law that protects platforms from being liable for what their users post.
Source: BBC Tech
Palantir: The controversial data firm now worth £17bn
The rise of the US tech company has been shadowed by concerns about privacy and surveillance.
Source: BBC Tech
Google Pixel phone 'designed for economic downturn'
The Pixel 5 loses several headline features of last year’s flagship phone to hit a lower price tag.
Source: BBC Tech
Trump ads push baseless Biden earpiece conspiracy
New Facebook advertising paid for by the Trump campaign makes unfounded claims about his opponent.
Source: BBC Tech
Cyberpunk 2077: Staff to work overtime to finish game
Developer CD Projekt Red had previously said it would not impose mandatory overtime.
Source: BBC Tech
Amazon warehouse robots 'increase staff injuries'
Company documents appear to show rising levels of human injuries in areas where robots operate.
Source: BBC Tech
London Marathon 2020: Athletes to wear social-distancing tech
All staff and participants will wear devices that send an alert when too close to others.
Source: BBC Tech
Kylie Jenner's make-up firm warns of Shopify data breach
Customers names, addresses, emails and the last four digits of credit cards were among data stolen.
Source: BBC Tech
Train station tech helps passengers to socially distance
Real-time monitoring of commuters’ movements helps staff to respond to congestion hot spots.
Source: BBC Tech