The Future of People

A virtual private network can help safeguard your online privacy - here's how they work and which ones are the best

Find out what you need to declare, what your allowances are and how to cut your tax bill

How a truly connected life could spell the end of traffic jams, potholes and the weekly shop

More than 80% of parents believe big companies should cover the bill for childcare

Productivity study finds staff who ‘manage upwards’ gain more promotions even though they do less work

Experts say millions of people face being ‘left behind’ if Britain ditches banknotes and coins

New data suggests digital revolution will remain out of reach for billions

Five Eyes intelligence alliance says gadget makers could face new legislation if they fail to comply

Researchers say hackers can upload malware to networks using ‘specially created’ image files

Number of minutes Brits spend talking on mobiles drops by 2.5 billion

Major global conference examines the role technology and data will play in urban areas now and in the future

Scientists clock 5G speeds that would let smartphone users download 100 films in three seconds