Ofcom needs more powers to remove misleading posts, says watchdog
Media regulator Ofcom needs more powers to remove posts such as those which encouraged the 2024 summer riots, the Chief Inspector of Constabulary says. Sir Andy Cooke said it took…
Maker of Pegasus spyware told to pay $167m for WhatsApp hack
Peter Hoskins & Tom Gerken Business & technology reporters Getty Images The firm behind the Pegasus spyware has been ordered to pay WhatsApp $167m (£125m) for hacking 1,400 people in…
Empty shelves but Co-op says payments fixed after cyber attack
Liv McMahon & Tom Gerken Technology reporters BBC The retailer has also been experiencing payment problems Some Co-op stores have been left with empty shelves as the major cyber attack…
OpenAI says non-profit will remain in control after backlash
Getty Images OpenAI, the parent of artificial intelligence service ChatGPT, has announced a new governance plan after a bitter power struggle over the business. Boss Sam Altman said OpenAI would…
The people refusing to use AI
Suzanne Bearne Technology Reporter Taran Wilkhu Sabine Zetteler is resisting the rise of AI Nothing has convinced Sabine Zetteler of the value of using AI. “I read a really great…
Beware phony IT calls after Co-op and M&S hacks, says UK cyber centre
Joe Tidy Cyber correspondent, BBC World Service Getty Images The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has warned that criminals launching cyber attacks at British retailers are impersonating IT help desks…
Your memories as Microsoft shuts down the video calling service
Graham Fraser Technology reporter Owen and Weng Williams Skype would help change the lives of Owen and Weng Williams From blossoming long-distance love to helping families stay connected, for years…