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Why everyone’s talking about the EU’s no-deal Brexit plans
Why everyone’s talking about the EU’s no-deal Brexit plans
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The e-scooter invasion: can we cope?
The e-scooter invasion: can we cope?
London has become the latest UK city to launch a trial of e-scooters on public roads
18 Jun 2021
Are ransomware attacks the top new threat to national security?
Are ransomware attacks the top new threat to national security?
Experts say hijackings of computer systems are closing schools and delaying life-saving medical treatments in countries worldwide
8 Jun 2021
G7’s ‘seismic’ tax deal: what will it mean for companies?
G7’s ‘seismic’ tax deal: what will it mean for companies?
Proposed minimum global level of corporate tax will target multinationals and tech giants
8 Jun 2021
Are Facebook privacy settings handing a ‘free pass’ to terrorists?
Are Facebook privacy settings handing a ‘free pass’ to terrorists?
MI5 chief attacks plans to provide end-to-end encryption on social media platform
21 May 2021
Tesla and bitcoin: a reckoning for Elon Musk?
Tesla and bitcoin: a reckoning for Elon Musk?
The mercurial entrepreneur has abandoned the cryptocurrency. What are the likely consequences?
21 May 2021
How cybercriminals are hacking into the heart of the US economy
How cybercriminals are hacking into the heart of the US economy
Ransomware attacks have become a global epidemic, with more than $18.6bn paid in ransoms in 2020
20 May 2021
The rise of the social media influencer
The rise of the social media influencer
Who exactly are they? And why are they always going to Dubai?
20 May 2021
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What happens when a country comes under ransomware attack?
What happens when a country comes under ransomware attack?
Irish healthcare system shuts down IT services after huge cybersecurity breach
14 May 2021
France in revolt, junior networks and digital emotions
France in revolt, junior networks and digital emotions
Why are French soldiers up in arms? Is Instagram the right place for children? And can computers recognise emotions?
14 May 2021
‘Hey Siri, what products will Apple announce at its next event?’
‘Hey Siri, what products will Apple announce at its next event?’
Egypt files $900m claim against Ever Given owners, and other breaking business news
14 Apr 2021
Bitcoin explained: what is it and how can you buy one?
Bitcoin explained: what is it and how can you buy one?
The price of the volatile cryptocurrency has hit a record high of $64,000
14 Apr 2021
UK’s economy grew by 0.4% in February as EU exports rebound
UK’s economy grew by 0.4% in February as EU exports rebound
London home buyers pay ‘park premium’, details leaked of Google Pixel Watch, and other breaking business news
13 Apr 2021
Who are the richest people in the world?
Who are the richest people in the world?
Jeff Bezos tops the Forbes Billionaires List for the fourth year running
7 Apr 2021
What are non-fungible tokens?
What are non-fungible tokens?
The latest digital craze sees Jack Dorsey’s first tweet sell for $2.9m
23 Mar 2021
£251bn: the economic cost of a year of Covid lockdowns
£251bn: the economic cost of a year of Covid lockdowns
Cycling market goes ‘berserk’, pubs face ‘bleak future’, and other breaking business news
22 Mar 2021
UK’s tech success a result of ‘drive and dynamism’
UK’s tech success a result of ‘drive and dynamism’
Trump’s net worth drops by $700m, no shouting at Disney parks, and other breaking business news
18 Mar 2021
Leaks suggest 23 March date for next Apple event
Leaks suggest 23 March date for next Apple event
ITV shares fall after Morgan’s exit, PM plans transport revolution, and other breaking business news
10 Mar 2021
Ikea and Aldi plug into gaming and esports market in lockdown boom
Ikea and Aldi plug into gaming and esports market in lockdown boom
Lidl also looking to get a cut of the action amid record spending by world’s 2.5 billion gamers
4 Mar 2021
Apple’s acquisitions: legacy built on healthy business strategy
Apple’s acquisitions: legacy built on healthy business strategy
CEO Tim Cook looks to ‘small, innovative’ firms to push Apple products forward
24 Feb 2021
China ‘trying to take control of the Moon’
China ‘trying to take control of the Moon’
And other stories from the stranger side of life
16 Feb 2021
Flying cars: the race for the skies
Flying cars: the race for the skies
Volkswagen are the latest company to explore potential technology
10 Feb 2021
Five of the best gadgets for pets
Five of the best gadgets for pets
Even your furry friends need the latest tech
10 Feb 2021
Sex robots ‘could kill’ if hacked, experts warn
Sex robots ‘could kill’ if hacked, experts warn
And other stories from the stranger side of life
9 Feb 2021
Scientists teach spinach to send emails
Scientists teach spinach to send emails
And other stories from the stranger side of life
4 Feb 2021
Amazon’s new boss: who is Andy Jassy?
Amazon’s new boss: who is Andy Jassy?
The online retail company’s founder will hand over the reins in Q3
3 Feb 2021
Is social media bad for your mental health?
Is social media bad for your mental health?
Girls’ dramatic decrease in mental wellbeing ‘linked to heavy social media use’
27 Jan 2021
Google threatens to pull out of Australia over media payment law
Google threatens to pull out of Australia over media payment law
Social media giant poised to shut down search engines if forced to pay for news content
22 Jan 2021
China's tech landscape
China's tech landscape
China is well on its way to achieving its goal of becoming a leading global technological superpower by 2050
22 Jan 2021
Bringing UK tech to China
Bringing UK tech to China
techUK CEO, Julian David, explains the ins and outs of UK tech collaboration with China
18 Jan 2021
How Massive Analytic brought innovative AI to China
How Massive Analytic brought innovative AI to China
Founder and CEO, George Frangou, explains the great potential, and potential pitfalls, of taking artificial precognition to the Chinese market
18 Jan 2021
Taking British smart city technology to China
Taking British smart city technology to China
UtterBerry founder Heba Bevan discusses the challenges and opportunities with exporting her company’s smart sensors to the Asian market
18 Jan 2021
Should Twitter have the power to ban Trump?
Should Twitter have the power to ban Trump?
Critics describe the move as ‘censorship’ based on ‘political preferences’
12 Jan 2021
Language-learning apps speak the right lingo for UK subscribers
Language-learning apps speak the right lingo for UK subscribers
Locked-down Brits turn to online lessons as a new hobby and way to upskill
12 Jan 2021
CES 2021: the top tech trends and new products
CES 2021: the top tech trends and new products
The trade show is awash with health and cleanliness-focused gadgets
11 Jan 2021