Entries by BBC News - Technology

‘Sued for millions by my abuser, I set up a social network instead’ /in /by

The app that gives women a place to speak out about about sexual harassment and other #MeToo issues.

‘Red gold’: Why saffron production is dwindling in India /in /by

The spice saffron fetches huge sums of money, but is hard to grow and Indian production is falling.

Meta takes down China-based network of thousands of fake accounts /in /by

The company says accounts posted about divisive issues ahead of the 2024 presidential election.

Booking.com hackers increase attacks on customers /in /by

Researchers say cyber-criminals are offering big sums for hotels’ log-in details to target holidaymakers.

Amazon, Google and other tech giants pledge action on fraud /in /by

Companies commit to working with the government to tackle online scams, fake adverts and romance fraud.

Inactive Google accounts to be deleted from Friday /in /by

The tech giant will start deleting accounts that are not being used.

OpenAI chaos not about AI safety, says Microsoft boss /in /by

Microsoft’s president says the sacking of OpenAI boss Sam Altman was not because of AI safety worries.

Elon Musk launches profane attack on X advertisers /in /by

The billionaire accuses firms of trying to blackmail him with ad dollars, claiming they will kill X.

Why food discount stickers may be a thing of the past /in /by

Supermarkets and other retailers are increasing switching to AI-powered digital price displays.

Every Bitcoin payment ‘uses a swimming pool of water’ /in /by

As billions face water shortages, a new study warns of the cryptocurrency’s thirst for water.