WhatsApp lowers minimum age to 13, Apple eases self-repair policy
Children as young as nine have been added to malicious WhatsApp groups promoting self-harm, sexual violence and racism, a BBC investigation has found. Thousands of parents with children at schools across Tyneside have been sent a warning issued by Northumbria Police. One parent said her 12-year-old daughter had viewed sexual images, racism and swearing that…
Instagram trialing ‘sextortion’ tools, Government considers under 16 smartphone ban
Instagram will start testing new tools within weeks to fight "sextortion", a form of blackmail involving intimate pictures sent online. The tools include "nudity protection", which blurs naked images in direct messages. It will be turned on by default for under-18s. Pop-ups directing potential victims to support will also be trialled. Governments around the world…
Graphic Cards for PC: Tips for Choosing the Right One
In the modern world, PCs provide each user access to a considerable amount of information. You can watch movies and exciting videos, communicate with friends and colleagues, and perform various tasks. Such a device has a vast number of components. Each element plays a particular role and is integral to the system. The graphics card…
From Data to Delivery: How Analytics is Shaping the Future of Fleet Operations
Analytics has become the cornerstone of effective fleet management, offering unprecedented insights into every aspect of operations, from efficiency and safety to environmental impact. As the complexity of managing a mixed fleet of vehicles grows, so does the importance of leveraging data to streamline and optimise operations. Analytics provides a comprehensive view of fleet performance,…
Tesla settles with driver killed using Autopilot as Elon Musk predicts ‘superhuman AI’ next year
Elon Musk and James Clayton. Image: BBC Tesla has settled with the family of a driver killed while using its Autopilot technology, avoiding a public court hearing that would have raised questions over Elon Musk’s self-driving software. The company is paying an undisclosed amount to the family of Walter Huang, a…
UK fifth in world for most affordable mobile data
UK has the fifth most affordable mobile data in the world, ahead of Germany (13th), Italy (20th), United States (35th), Japan (41st), France (44th) and Canada (62nd). On average, the UK spends £12.19, equivalent to 0.52% of a salary. Singapore has the most affordable mobile data in the world, while Guinea has the least affordable…
How to secure your smart home device
From thermostats to security cameras, smart home devices have become integral parts of modern living. However, hackers are increasingly targeting these devices, exploiting their vulnerabilities to gain unauthorised access and steal data. So, how can you enjoy the convenience of this futuristic tech without falling prey to criminals? Trevor Cooke, the online privacy expert…
Microsoft to open London AI office, Tesla scraps entry-level EV plans
Microsoft is opening a new office in London dedicated to artificial intelligence (AI) research and development. The tech firm's AI boss Mustafa Suleyman said it will advertise roles for "exceptional individuals" in the coming weeks and months. But he has not said how many jobs will be created. Microsoft is a major investor in ChatGPT-creator…
Londoners most concerned over AI’s impact on jobs
Workers across London are more concerned that AI will impact their job than in any other region in the UK. That’s according to the latest Robert Half Jobs Confidence Index (JCI) – an economic confidence tracker produced in partnership with the Centre for Economics and Business Research (Cebr). The latest iteration of the report revealed…
Updated Volvo range now on sale, including fully electric EC40 and EX40
Volvo EC40 Volvo Cars’ progress towards becoming a fully electric car brand have taken another step towards realisation, claims the manufacturer, with the fully electric C40 Recharge crossover and XC40 Recharge SUV rebranded as the EC40 and EX40 respectively. Beyond the name change, the EC40 and EX40 are offered with a…
