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Four arrested in connection with M&S and Co-op cyber-attacks
Three men and one woman - aged between 17 and 20 - have been arrested in London and the Midlands.
Musk says Grok chatbot was 'manipulated' into praising Hitler
Anti-hate campaigners say the posts were "irresponsible, dangerous and antisemitic."
Linda Yaccarino departs as boss of Musk's X
Her exit comes at a difficult time for Musk who, in a brief reply, thanked her for her "contributions."
Nvidia becomes world's first $4tn company
Shares in the chip-maker have surged in value as investment in AI continues to gather pace.
Instagram wrongly accuses some users of breaching child sex abuse rules
It was "horrible", "stressful" and "isolating" those affected tell BBC News.
Teachers urge parents not to buy children smartphones
Teachers fear some children use smartphones for eight hours a day and overnight.
Why don't we trust technology in sport?
Technology editor Zoe Kleinman explores the tensions between humans and machines that were encapsulated at Wimbledon.
Emergency alert to be sent to smartphones in UK test
A test message will be sent to smartphones on 7 September, after a previous test revealed technical issues.
Esports World Cup: The contest teams can't afford to miss
The controversial competition returns for a second year - and competitors say its vital for them to be involved.
Xbox producer tells staff to use AI to ease job loss pain
An Xbox producer faces a backlash after suggesting AI tools can help to deal wih the emotions that follow job loss.
Apple hits back against 'unprecedented' €500m EU fine
The company has appealed against the fine handed down earlier this year over alleged anti-competitive behaviour.
Minister tells Turing AI institute to focus on defence
Peter Kyle says the Alan Turing Institute should prioritise boosting the UK's AI capabilities.
AI claims and a hoax spokesman: Viral band confuses the world of music
The Velvet Sundown has racked up hundreds of thousands of streams on Spotify - without anyone even being sure if it's real.
'There is a problem': Facebook and Instagram users complain of account bans
After Meta said some Facebook Groups were wrongly suspended, users tell the BBC the impact it is having - and say it's a wider problem.
Microsoft to cut up to 9,000 more jobs as it invests in AI
The US tech giant will axe 4% of its global workforce and plough money into artificial intelligence.
Tesla deliveries fall for second quarter in a row
Elon Musk's controversial role in the Trump administration has been blamed for the collapse in sales.
Millions of websites to get 'game-changing' AI bot blocker
Publishers including Condé Nast and Sky News have welcomed the new tech from internet infrastructure firm, Cloudflare.
Watch: Humanoid robots stumble through football match in China
The robots kicked, scored and tumbled while competing at a tourmentant in Beijing.
Tech firms face demands to stop illegal content going viral
UK regulator Ofcom is consulting on more safety measures for online platforms, such as preventing screen-records of children's livestreams.
Trump says he has 'a group of very wealthy people' to buy TikTok
Trump says he thinks China's president will probably approve a sale to the unidentified group.
Should we be letting flies eat our food waste?
In Lithuania and Australia, hungry fly larvae are used to process food waste into useful protein.
Pornhub to introduce 'government approved' age checks in UK
It is one of a number of porn sites which regulator Ofcom says will bring in tougher age verification for users.
'Made in the USA' reference disappears from Trump phone listing
Trump Mobile maintains the gold smartphone will be made in the US, despite the changed wording on its website.
Meta admits wrongly suspending Facebook Groups but denies wider problem
Group administrators have reported receiving automated messages which incorrectly say they have violated the rules.
'Fast tech' warning as demand for cheap gadgets heats up
A not-for-profit warns cheap, quickly disposed of gadgets could become the new "fast fashion".
Three network phone calls down but data still working
The phone operator said it was "aware of an issue affecting voice services" and apologised for disruption.
Judge backs AI firm over use of copyrighted books
A US court has ruled Anthropic was not breaching copyright rules when it trained its AI model on books.
US safety regulators contact Tesla over erratic robotaxis
Videos posted online appear to show the newly launched self-driving cars speeding and driving in the wrong lane.
Google may be forced to link to rival search platforms in the UK
The Competition and Markets Authority says it wants to open up the UK search market.
First celestial image unveiled from revolutionary telescope
The telescope should detect killer asteroids and may even find the ninth planet in our solar system.
Grow a Garden: The surprise Roblox gaming hit
It's breaking records for online gaming - what's behind its growing appeal?
Tesla robotaxi 'low-key' launch in Texas
Tesla hopes to rival firms already offering driverless ride-hailing in the US and around the world, such as Waymo, Zoox and Baidu.
BBC threatens AI firm with legal action over unauthorised content use
It is first time that the BBC has taken such action regarding alleged scraping of its content for AI.
Ione Wells explores the search for Chile's stolen children.
What are the advantages of creating a digital mirror of a city – or an entire island?
Illegal mining is a big problem in Ghana. Now tech is being used to combat it.
In China, electric cars accounted for almost half of all car sales last year.
Ione Wells visits the Rubin Observatory in Chile's Atacama Desert.
Protecting your personal data when a company gets into financial difficulty.
'Autofocus' specs promise sharp vision, near or far
Start-up firms and researchers are working on lenses that can change their focus.
Why little Lithuania has big plans for space tech
Lithuania has a promising space tech sector, but it wants more government support.
Should we be letting flies eat our food waste?
In Lithuania and Australia, hungry fly larvae are used to process food waste into useful protein.
Supercell boss: 'We need to take bigger risks'
The boss of mobile gaming giant Supercell says the industry needs to take bigger risks to compete.
Tech giants unleash AI on weather forecasts: are they any good?
The biggest tech firms are using AI to forecast the weather but is that better than existing models?
Why Ukraine is one of the world's most digital countries
Despite the war, Ukraine has developed of the most advanced systems for digital government services.
From festivals to weddings: Why drone shows are booming
Light shows involving hundreds and even thousands of drones are becoming big attractions.
How airline fees have turned baggage into billions
The amount carriers now charge for luggage is raising the ire of politicians and consumer groups.
The British jet engine that failed in the 'Valley of Death'
Workers at Reaction Engines felt they were close to completing a revolutionary jet engine.
US green energy firms brace for federal funding cuts
Billions of dollars of US federal funding for green energy projects hangs in the balance.
Frugal tech: The start-ups working on cheap innovation
Indian start-ups are using local materials and innovative ideas to make useful and affordable products.
Why we need 'revolutionary' cooling tech
Cooling systems that avoid the use of polluting refrigerants are being launched.
The monthly AI or real quiz: May 2025
Challenge yourself with this edition of our monthly AI or real quiz and see if you can get top marks!
The camera tech propelling shows like Adolescence
Whole TV shows shot in one long take are made possible by new lightweight cameras.
How to avoid a puncture on the Moon
Giant tyre firms are testing tyres that can survive conditions on the Moon and Mars.
Visit the Arctic vault holding back-ups of great works
An arctic vault holds digital back-ups of some of humanity's great works of art, history and technology.
Who should you trust for a weather forecast?
Weather influencers can provide useful local information but are also accused of exaggerating conditions.
Source: BBC News