Do AI images count as indecent images?
It’s common knowledge that indecent images – photos or videos of children under 18 years old in sexual contexts – are against the law in the UK. However, the rapid development of artificial intelligence tools poses new problems, allowing offenders to generate AI images of child abuse. Organisations working to prevent child sexual abuse in…
Using the internet is ‘good for you’, Siri to get major upgrade with iOS18
Using the internet may be good for your wellbeing, an international study has found. The findings suggest that despite popular concerns to the contrary, the association between internet use and wellbeing is likely to be positive. Researchers at the Oxford Internet Institute, part of the University of Oxford, analysed data from two million people aged…
Used EV sales grow 71% in year, Apple faces iPad advert backlash
Increasing numbers of used electric cars from company fleets are hitting auctions and dealers, making fully-electric powertrains the fastest-growing sector of the used car market. Overall, the UK used car market rose 6.5 per cent in the first quarter of 2024. According to the official numbers, a total of 41,505 electric cars entered the used…
3 in 5 coffee drinkers spend over £10 in cafés every week
The UK is a nation of coffee lovers with over half (51%) of people admitting to enjoying a cup every single day. This comes as new research from eBay reveals that over three-fifths of coffee drinkers (63%) estimate they spend up to £10 per week on buying coffee out of the house, equating to a…
Apple iPad Pro thinnest yet, new rules to protect children from online harm
New display, new design. Credit: Apple Apple has released a new version of the iPad Pro, its thinnest product ever. The launch marked the “biggest day” of updates for the iPad since it was first launched, the company said. The new device is smaller and lighter than its predecessor, but comes…
WFH: 7 things you need know when setting up home office in bedroom
Are you finding it challenging to create an ideal workspace within the confines of your bedroom? Setting up a home office in the room where you sleep demands thoughtful consideration to blend functionality with comfort seamlessly. However, with the right approach you can create a productive workspace that enhances your efficiency while maintaining the…
China introduces tougher internet controls, Assassin’s Creed Mirage comes to iPhone
New rules that tighten Chinese government restrictions on the country's internet companies have come into effect today, raising concerns about how they will be applied. The expanded State Secrets Law compels firms - including social media giants Tencent, ByteDance and Weibo - to take action if users post sensitive information. It requires "network operators" to…
Revealed: The UK health and fitness apps selling your personal data
The UK’s most popular health and fitness apps collect 14 personal data points about their users on average, with the exercise tracker Fitbit collecting the most information Data harvesters who sell on your personal information can legally gather your location, photos, videos and health and fitness details from these apps Running coach app Runna shares…
Tesla rival BYD sees EV profits fall, US probes Ford’s hands-free tech
Chinese car giant BYD has seen profits fall as it is hit by slowing demand for electric vehicles (EV) and a price war in the world's largest car market. The firm said it made $630m (£502m) in the first three months of the year, more than 47% lower than the previous quarter. BYD has been…
How wearables are changing the way we live and work
A “smart” mouth guard could show an athlete’s risk of concussion immediately after a nasty hit. Wearables is a market covering a wide range of applications, from health and wellness, smart mouthguards, to virtual reality headsets. Offering many benefits to different technology sectors, wearable technology could increase safety in sport and…
