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Fox set to launch free Netflix rival in UK

Tubi will offer more than 20,000 films and TV series, including Hollywood titles and British content.

Fox set to launch free Netflix rival in UK

The fastest data in the world

Researchers are seeing how fast data can be delivered amid rising demand for bandwidth.

The fastest data in the world

EU says Instagram’s paid ad-free option breaches rules

The firm faces a potential fine of up to 10% of its global revenue if it fails to comply with the rules.

EU says Instagram’s paid ad-free option breaches rules

Are rainy days ahead for cloud computing?

Outsourcing computing to the cloud is a huge business, but some firms have said it's not for them.

Are rainy days ahead for cloud computing?

Electric car battery charges in under five minutes in track test

The charging time is much quicker than even the fastest-charging batteries currently on the market.

Electric car battery charges in under five minutes in track test

India reviews iPhone factory for 'not hiring married women'

The firm has come under the scanner for allegedly not employing married women at its factory in Tamil Nadu state.

India reviews iPhone factory for 'not hiring married women'

Korean web comic giant set for $2.7bn market debut

Webtoon Entertainment says it has 170m monthly active users in over 150 countries around the world.

Korean web comic giant set for $2.7bn market debut

What is 'AI washing' and why is it a problem?

Tech firms commonly highlight their use of AI, but in some cases it may be exaggerated.

What is 'AI washing' and why is it a problem?

VW to invest up to $5bn in Tesla rival Rivian

Shares in the US-based electric truck and SUV maker jumped by almost 50% after the announcement.

VW to invest up to $5bn in Tesla rival Rivian

World's biggest music labels sue over AI copyright

Sony, Universal and Warner claim AI software steals music to "spit out" similar work.

World's biggest music labels sue over AI copyright

Streamer Dr Disrespect axed by his gaming company

His removal comes four years after he was abruptly dropped by streaming platform, Twitch.

Streamer Dr Disrespect axed by his gaming company

Einstein atomic bomb letter to be auctioned

The note helped persuade President Roosevelt the US should develop the world's first nuclear weapons.

Einstein atomic bomb letter to be auctioned

The screen tech that can do almost anything

New technology promises TV and phone screens that use much less electricity than current models.

The screen tech that can do almost anything

Apple in breach of law on App Store, says EU

It is the first time a company has been found to be in breach of the Digital Markets Act (DMA).

Apple in breach of law on App Store, says EU

Exploding batteries spark deadly S Korea factory fire

At least 22 people have been confirmed dead while eight others were injured, local authorities say.

Exploding batteries spark deadly S Korea factory fire

Stolen test data and NHS numbers published by hospital hackers

Experts say the hack is one of the most "significant and harmful" cyber attacks ever in the UK.

Stolen test data and NHS numbers published by hospital hackers

TikTok confirms it offered US government a 'kill switch'

The platform made the disclosure as part of its legal challenge against a law forcing its sale in the US.

TikTok confirms it offered US government a 'kill switch'

Microsoft back as most valuable firm as Nvidia slips

The artificial intelligence chip giant briefly took the top spot from the software company this week.

Microsoft back as most valuable firm as Nvidia slips

US bans Kaspersky software for alleged Russian links

Government says Moscow's influence over the company was found to pose a significant risk to US infrastructure.

US bans Kaspersky software for alleged Russian links

Booking.com warns of up to 900% increase in travel scams

The online travel firm says generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, are driving the explosive rise.

Booking.com warns of up to 900% increase in travel scams