US issues first ever fine for space junk to Dish Network

Dish Network will have to pay $150,000 for failing to move an old satellite far enough away from the Earth.
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TikTok testing out advert-free monthly subscription

The video sharing site is looking into charging a fee of around $4.99 to get rid of ads.
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All Onewheel e-skateboards recalled worldwide after four deaths

A US watchdog cited a risk of crashes causing serious injuries, and the firm confirmed the global recall.
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Doja Cat and Jonas Brothers songwriters say AI is not to be feared

Industry heavyweights behind Doja Cat and Jonas Brothers hits say AI doesn't have to be a threat.
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Meta: Can the firm's new headset stop virtual reality sickness?

Mark Zuckerberg claims VR motion sickness is getting better but will its new device stop the nausea?
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Why your new Apple iPhone 15 is overheating

The firm says a bug in its operating system and updates to apps like Instagram are behind the issue.
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Tom Hanks warns dental plan ad image is AI fake

The actor says he is the latest celebrity to fall victim to a deepfake scam, and has "nothing to do with it".
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Apple to buck layoff trend by hiring UK AI staff

The tech giant's chief executive, Tim Cook, said he expects to increase investment.
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Fortnite maker Epic Games cutting 16% of workforce

The company says it is shedding the staff because it's spending "way more" than it earns
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PlayStation boss Jim Ryan to retire from Sony next year

He said he took the decision due to issues he had living in Europe while working in North America.
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X scraps tool to report electoral fake news - researchers

A research organisation says the feature is now only available in European Union countries.
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Meta announces AI chatbots with 'personality'

At Meta's first in-person event since before the pandemic, Mark Zuckerberg announced his AI plans.
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ChatGPT can now access up to date information

The chatbot's knowledge previously only included data up to September 2021, but not any more.
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Amazon: US accuses online giant of illegal monopoly

The Federal Trade Commission alleges Amazon uses "unfair" and "illegal" strategies to keep power.
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Disinformation most active on X, formerly known as Twitter, EU says

A European Commission report says the network has the most disinformation of six large social networks.
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Fifa to EA Sports FC: Name change is big gamble for UK's best-selling game

The Fifa football video games are rebranded after a reported disagreement with the governing body.
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Hollywood writers agree to end five-month strike after studio deal

They can return to work while they vote on whether to approve a three-year deal that offers pay rises.
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Reddit to begin paying people for popular posts

The social media site will split revenue with contributors who are awarded "gold" by other users.
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Spotify will not ban AI-made music, says boss

In a rare interview, Spotify boss Daniel Ek talks to the BBC about AI, regulation and Harry and Meghan.
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Amazon takes on Microsoft as it invests billions in Anthropic

The company is in a race among big tech firms to exploit the potential of artificial intelligence.
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FTX: How the fall of the 'King of Crypto' cost one British man millions

As Sam Bankman-Fried awaits trial for fraud, his former investors wonder if they will ever recoup their losses.
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TikTok frenzies 'putting police and schools under strain'

The warning comes after a BBC investigation into disruption driven by the social media platform's algorithms.
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Amazon Prime Video content to start including ads next year

Amazon says its Prime Video users will see ads on TV shows and movies unless they pay extra.
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Microsoft's new Call of Duty deal set for UK approval

The revised offer "opens the door" to the deal being cleared, the UK competition watchdog says.
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AI risks destabilising world, deputy PM to tell UN

Oliver Dowden will warn the pace of change could outstrip governments' abilities to make AI safe.
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Game of Thrones author sues ChatGPT owner OpenAI

George RR Martin and John Grisham are among the authors suing the company over copyright laws.
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Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth: Reaction to demo as Tokyo Game Show starts

It's one of the biggest game releases of next year - and verdicts are rolling in on the first demo.
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Google accused of directing motorist to drive off collapsed bridge

Google had been asked to update its maps in the nine years before the father of two's death.
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Inside Tiktok's real-life frenzies - from riots to false murder accusations

Former staff and users tell the BBC the app's algorithm has encouraged harmful real-life behaviour.
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Fortnite: Parents in US offered refunds for game purchases

Millions in compensation will be paid out after the game tricked players into making unintended purchases.
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Musk start-up Neuralink seeks people for brain-implant trial

The company hopes to help people with paralysis move a cursor, or type, using its brain implant.
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Braverman and Facebook clash over private message plans

The government has launched a campaign criticising Meta for planned encryption of Facebook messages.
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Online Safety Bill: Crackdown on harmful social media content agreed

The law aims to force firms to remove illegal content and protect children from some legal but harmful material.
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Elon Musk woos world leaders, courting controversy

The billionaire's forays into sensitive geopolitical issues and his global clout have come under scrutiny.
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FTX: 'King of Crypto' parents sued over missing millions

Sam Bankman-Fried's parents are being sued as his bankrupt crypto firm FTX seeks to recover money.
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YouTube suspends Russell Brand from advert income

The BBC has also removed some shows featuring the comedian and actor from its streaming services.
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Watch: The robot wolves trying to scare off Japan's bears

A howling 'monster wolf' is scaring wild bears away from the city of Takikawa.
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'Overwhelming consensus' to regulate AI, says Elon Musk

The Tesla CEO was among the top tech leaders meeting with US lawmakers to discuss AI governance
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Can tech stop India wasting so much of its harvest?

Tech firms say they have systems that can help prevent the huge loss of fresh produce in India.
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The people going 'monk mode' to limit social media use

A growing number of individuals are using apps to block access to social media and the internet.
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The slow and delicate aircraft taking on spy missions

Light aircraft that can fly and loiter at very high altitudes could provide back-up for spy satellites.
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The self-driving trucks that are deliberately crashed

A maker of autonomous lorries is using AI software to prang computerised versions of the vehicles.
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US-China rivalry spurs investment in space tech

The race to get back to the moon is fuelling US investment in private sector space firms.
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Metaverse: What happened to Mark Zuckerberg's next big thing?

Two years ago, the metaverse was billed as the next big thing - but many in the tech world have already moved on.
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Farmers turn to tech as bees struggle to pollinate

With bee populations struggling, mechanical pollination may be increasingly needed as a back-up.
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Despite risks fish farms are booming in Africa

Farming fish has seen rapid growth in Africa but it can be an expensive, high-risk operation.
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Is it possible to regulate artificial intelligence?

We are moving towards regulation of AI, but some experts maintain that it will never work.
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The turbo-charged plants that could boost farm output

Researchers are tweaking the photosynthesis process to raise the output of crops like soy, maize and wheat.
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The firms hoping to take psychedelic drugs mainstream

Start-ups are tweaking psychedelic compounds to treat mental health conditions.
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Robots are trained to help revive coral reefs

Researchers are experimenting with robots to help speed up the restoration of coral reefs.
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Elusive Ernie: China's new chatbot has a censorship problem

Ernie, Baidu's answer to ChatGPT, is wary of sensitive subjects - and clearly dodges questions.
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Urban oases combine roof gardens and solar panels

Combining solar panels and a roof garden is a tricky and costly engineering task.
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Long wave radio fans mourn fading frequencies

Now disappearing, long wave radio broadcasts once gave a taste of far flung countries and cultures.
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Why empty lorries are a problem and how to fix it

With one third of lorries in the UK driving empty, some hauliers are turning to technology for help.
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Edinburgh Fringe: Can TikTok comedy stars cut it on stage?

They have millions of followers, but can they cut it in front of a crowd at the Edinburgh Fringe?
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Virtual reality brings new vision to workplace training

Staff are being asked to put on VR goggles when they go on a course or team-building session.
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The eco-friendly glass that's hard to crack

Scientists have developed an extremely strong glass which is less energy intensive to make than regular glass.
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Back to the future for India's rice farmers

India, the world's biggest rice exporter, is turning to old varieties and new farming techniques.
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Video doorbells: Police champion them but do they cut crime?

The smart doorbells have soared in popularity, but they may not help reduce the number of break-ins.
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Will electric flying taxis live up to their promise?

Small electric aircraft will be carrying passengers soon in Europe soon, but will they catch on?
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Sea drones: What are they and how much do they cost?

Moscow has blamed Ukraine for a series of attacks by sea drones on Russian naval targets.
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New AI systems collide with copyright law

Artists are worried that their work is being fed into AI systems and are taking legal action.
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The return of cargo-carrying sail ships

As concerns about climate change continue wind-powered shipping is making a comeback.
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Drones are showing us sharks like never before

Astonishing aerial footage reveals sharks are closer to us than we think – and usually leave us alone.
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