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Starmer vows to tackle social media’s ‘addictive features’ to protect children
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Starmer vows to tackle social media’s ‘addictive features’ to protect children

Prime minister says UK must do more to regulate against potential harms after landmark ruling in US courtKeir Starmer has said he will tackle “addictive features” in social media amid increasing signs...

The Guardian - UK News6 months ago
Meta and YouTube found liable in landmark social media addiction trial
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Meta and YouTube found liable in landmark social media addiction trial

A woman has been awarded $6m in a verdict that could have implications for hundreds of other cases in the US.

BBC News - UK6 months ago
Charity Commission warns Alan Turing Institute of its legal duties after complaints
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Charity Commission warns Alan Turing Institute of its legal duties after complaints

Watchdog issues formal guidance to trustees at top AI research institute after staff expressed concernsThe board of the UK’s leading AI research institute has been reminded of its legal duties in area...

The Guardian - UK News6 months ago
Former Google executive Matt Brittin selected to be next BBC director general
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Former Google executive Matt Brittin selected to be next BBC director general

Former Olympic rower to lead corporation as it hammers out future funding model with governmentThe BBC has turned to a former tech executive to steer it through a critical period in its history, as it...

The Guardian - UK News6 months ago
Ex-Google boss confirmed as new BBC director general
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Ex-Google boss confirmed as new BBC director general

Matt Brittin says he's taking the top job at "a moment of real risk, yet also real opportunity".

BBC Entertainment & Arts6 months ago
Apple brings in age checks for UK iPhone users
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Apple brings in age checks for UK iPhone users

Customers who do not confirm how old they are or are underage will have web content filters turned on automatically.

BBC News - UK6 months ago
UK iPhone users face over-18 age check to use services after update
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UK iPhone users face over-18 age check to use services after update

Ofcom says decision is ‘real win for children and families’ but some users raise concerns over privacyMillions of Apple iPhone customers in the UK will now have to confirm they are 18 or older to use...

The Guardian - UK News6 months ago
Bond between dogs and humans dates back more than 15,000 years, study finds
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Bond between dogs and humans dates back more than 15,000 years, study finds

Research suggests hunter-gatherers were feeding dogs and giving them ritual burials as early as the last ice ageThey are humankind’s best friend, and now ancient DNA analysis has revealed that the end...

The Guardian - UK News6 months ago
Is ex-Google boss Matt Brittin the right person to steer the BBC?
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Is ex-Google boss Matt Brittin the right person to steer the BBC?

BBC media editor Katie Razzall says the former Google exec has been chosen for his insider knowledge of big tech.

BBC Entertainment & Arts6 months ago
Hundreds of UK teenagers to trial six-week social media curbs for major study
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Hundreds of UK teenagers to trial six-week social media curbs for major study

Government’s pilot ban for under-16s accompanies consultation as peers vote on Australia-style restrictionsHundreds of UK teenagers will trial social media bans, digital curfews and time limits on app...

The Guardian - UK News6 months ago
What are the rules on cryptocurrency donations to UK political parties?
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What are the rules on cryptocurrency donations to UK political parties?

Temporary ban on crypto donations is being introduced after review into countering foreign interference in politicsMinisters are introducing a temporary ban in cryptocurrency donations following an of...

The Guardian - UK News6 months ago
BBC announces former Google boss as new director-general
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BBC announces former Google boss as new director-general

Former ‌Google executive Matt Brittin has been announced as the BBC's new director-general.

Sky News - UK6 months ago
We need more plumbers and fewer lawyers in AI age, says BlackRock boss
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We need more plumbers and fewer lawyers in AI age, says BlackRock boss

Larry Fink also warns if oil prices stay high for a sustained period it will have "profound implications" for the world economy.

BBC News - UK6 months ago
Journalists at Australia's national broadcaster strike for first time in 20 years
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Journalists at Australia's national broadcaster strike for first time in 20 years

Staff have walked out for 24 hours over a pay rise offer that was below inflation.

BBC Entertainment & Arts6 months ago
OpenAI closes Sora video-making app and cancels $1bn Disney deal
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OpenAI closes Sora video-making app and cancels $1bn Disney deal

The move comes less two years after the launch of the AI video app sent shockwaves through the media industry.

BBC Entertainment & Arts6 months ago
Revolut warns it risks backlash over support for energy-intensive AI and crypto
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Revolut warns it risks backlash over support for energy-intensive AI and crypto

Fintech company’s profits leap to £1.7bn as it gears up for US push after getting UK banking licence this month Business live – latest updatesThe UK banking app Revolut has said it could face a backla...

The Guardian - UK News6 months ago
MPs urge UK government to halt contract giving Palantir FCA data access
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MPs urge UK government to halt contract giving Palantir FCA data access

Awarding US spy-tech company deal involving sensitive financial data is ‘huge error of judgment’, Liberal Democrats sayMPs have urged the government to halt its latest contract with Palantir after the...

The Guardian - UK News6 months ago
Leonid Radvinsky, owner of OnlyFans, dies aged 43
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Leonid Radvinsky, owner of OnlyFans, dies aged 43

Ukrainian-American billionaire who owned subscription service for adult content died of cancer, the company saysLeonid Radvinsky, the owner of OnlyFans, has died of cancer at the age of 43, the compan...

The Guardian - UK News6 months ago
World’s broadcasters urge EU to tighten rules for big tech in smart TV battle
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World’s broadcasters urge EU to tighten rules for big tech in smart TV battle

Google, Amazon, Apple and Samsung control operating systems, allowing them to act as gatekeepers, letter claimsBusiness live – latest updatesThe world’s largest broadcasters have pushed for the EU to...

The Guardian - UK News6 months ago
Scotland becomes first part of UK to screen newborns for spinal muscular atrophy
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Scotland becomes first part of UK to screen newborns for spinal muscular atrophy

Campaigners hope pilot will result in heel p**** test for rare condition being approved across BritainScotland has become the first part of the UK to screen newborn babies for spinal muscular atrophy...

The Guardian - UK News6 months ago