Chip war: Apple strikes major US-made semiconductor deal

Technology - Wed, 05/24/2023 - 00:35
The firm reaches an agreement with Broadcom as the tech trade row between US and China intensifies.

ChatGPT: Can China overtake the US in the AI marathon?

Technology - Tue, 05/23/2023 - 18:18
Washington's efforts to limit China's access to crucial cutting-edge technology continue.

Meta loses millions as made to sell Giphy to Shutterstock

Technology - Tue, 05/23/2023 - 11:49
Social-media giant Meta was ordered to sell Giphy by the UK's Competition and Markets Authority.

AI scanner used in hundreds of US schools misses knives

Technology - Tue, 05/23/2023 - 04:21
After a school stabbing, a BBC investigation into Evolv’s AI weapons scanner reveals doubts about its effectiveness.

WhatsApp to allow users to edit messages within 15 minutes

Technology - Mon, 05/22/2023 - 23:31
The instant-messaging service, which is used by 2 billion people, counts India as its largest market.

TikTok sues Montana to overturn first US state ban

Technology - Mon, 05/22/2023 - 20:46
The western state last week became the first in the US to ban the hugely-popular video platform.

Why car parks are the hottest space in solar power

Technology - Mon, 05/22/2023 - 20:06
Car parks are a good place for solar panels, providing shade and electricity where it is needed.

Neeva: Ad-free search engine shuts down

Technology - Mon, 05/22/2023 - 12:38
Founded by a former Google exec, Neeva asked people to pay for the service rather than be shown ads.

China bans major chip maker Micron from key infrastructure projects

Technology - Mon, 05/22/2023 - 09:42
It is China's first major move against a US chip maker, as tensions increase between Beijing and Washington.

Meta: Facebook owner fined €1.2bn for mishandling data

Technology - Mon, 05/22/2023 - 09:02
The dispute is over Facebook's transfer of European data to US servers.

Roblox: Ten-year-old spent £2,500 of mum's money without her knowing

Technology - Mon, 05/22/2023 - 02:08
Tesco Bank initially refused to refund the mum but changed its mind after a BBC show got involved.

Can ‘enhanced rock weathering’ help combat climate change?

Science/Nature - Sat, 05/20/2023 - 20:21
'Enhanced rock weathering' uses tiny volcanic rocks to capture the greenhouse gas carbon from the atmosphere.

Montana TikTok creators shrug off state's ban on app

Technology - Thu, 05/18/2023 - 20:35
Montana is first US state to ban the app, but influencers there don't seem too concerned.

How the power of protein is being uncovered

Technology - Thu, 05/18/2023 - 19:16
Artificial intelligence has transformed research into proteins and promises new drugs and materials.

Cash App founder Bob Lee murder suspect pleads not guilty

Technology - Thu, 05/18/2023 - 19:12
Nima Momeni, 38, is suspected of stabbing Bob Lee in San Francisco, California, on 4 April.

Woodward and Bernstein: Watergate reporters warn of the limitations of AI

Technology - Thu, 05/18/2023 - 00:21
Journalists Woodward and Bernstein tell the BBC the press is essential in finding the truth.

TikTok: Montana to become first US state to ban app on personal devices

Technology - Wed, 05/17/2023 - 22:40
The Chinese-owned platform said the ban "infringes on the First Amendment rights of the people of Montana".

Legend of Zelda game sells 10 million copies in three days

Technology - Wed, 05/17/2023 - 14:40
Tears of the Kingdom becomes the fastest-selling game in the Legend of Zelda franchise.

Cardiff Beyoncé concert: Face recognition use criticised

Technology - Wed, 05/17/2023 - 13:28
The police are using the technology on the city's streets, a move that has divided opinion.

Elon Musk: I will say what I want even if it costs me

Technology - Wed, 05/17/2023 - 12:20
Twitter's owner has been criticised for spreading disinformation and conspiracy theories online.