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Can we really ‘reset the internet’ to make it safer for children?

Ofcom has taken a major step in setting out plans to protect children online, but hurdles remain.

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Tech firms face tougher online age checks – Ofcom

Big tech companies will have to make changes to their algorithms to comply with new online safety laws.

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FTX says it has billions more than owed to victims

The failed cryptocurrency giant says it has billions of dollars more than needed to cover its debts.

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Tame toxic algorithms to protect children, big tech told

Big tech companies will have to make changes to their algorithms to comply with new online safety laws.

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Microsoft axes four game studios including Hi-Fi Rush developer

The Bafta award-winning game’s developer is being closed alongside other studios owned by Bethesda.

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UK startup gets $1bn funding for self-driving car tech

The funding being given to Wayve represents the biggest ever investment in a European AI firm.

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Boeing crewed space launch postponed for safety check

First crewed space flight of Boeing’s Starliner was postponed shortly before lift-off due to glitch.

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Zeekill: From teenage cyber-thug to Europe’s most wanted

Kivimaki rose through teen cyber gangs to become a Most Wanted criminal responsible for one of the most shocking hacks in history.

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Instagram courts TikTok users with algorithm revamp

With TikTok’s future uncertain, Instagram is trying to get more viral content on its Reels feature.

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Have the wheels come off for Tesla?

As the electric carmaker sees sales fall and cuts jobs, we take a closer look at its problems.

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