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Edinburgh Fringe: Can TikTok comedy stars cut it on stage?

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...

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Virtual reality brings new vision to workplace training

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...

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Urban oases combine roof gardens and solar panels

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

Long wave radio fans mourn fading frequencies

Now disappearing, long wave radio broadcasts once gave a taste of far flung countries...

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Robots are trained to help revive coral reefs

Robots are trained to help revive coral reefs

Researchers are experimenting with robots to help speed up the restoration of coral...

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Elusive Ernie: China's new chatbot has a censorship problem

Elusive Ernie: China's new chatbot has a censorship problem

Ernie, Baidu's answer to ChatGPT, is wary of sensitive subjects - and clearly dodges...

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YouTube suspends Russell Brand from advert income

YouTube suspends Russell Brand from advert income

The BBC has also removed some shows featuring the comedian and actor from its streaming...

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The turbo-charged plants that could boost farm output

The turbo-charged plants that could boost farm output

Researchers are tweaking the photosynthesis process to raise the output of crops...

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The firms hoping to take psychedelic drugs mainstream

The firms hoping to take psychedelic drugs mainstream

Start-ups are tweaking psychedelic compounds to treat mental health conditions.

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Online Safety Bill: Crackdown on harmful social media content agreed

Online Safety Bill: Crackdown on harmful social media content...

The law aims to force firms to remove illegal content and protect children from...

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FTX: 'King of Crypto' parents sued over missing millions

FTX: 'King of Crypto' parents sued over missing millions

Sam Bankman-Fried's parents are being sued as his bankrupt crypto firm FTX seeks...

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Braverman and Facebook clash over private message plans

Braverman and Facebook clash over private message plans

The government has launched a campaign criticising Meta for planned encryption of...

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Elon Musk woos world leaders, courting controversy

Elon Musk woos world leaders, courting controversy

The billionaire's forays into sensitive geopolitical issues and his global clout...

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Musk start-up Neuralink seeks people for brain-implant trial

Musk start-up Neuralink seeks people for brain-implant...

The company hopes to help people with paralysis move a cursor, or type, using its...

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Fortnite: Parents in US offered refunds for game purchases

Fortnite: Parents in US offered refunds for game purchases

Millions in compensation will be paid out after the game tricked players into making...

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Google accused of directing motorist to drive off collapsed bridge

Google accused of directing motorist to drive off collapsed...

Google had been asked to update its maps in the nine years before the father of...

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Is it possible to regulate artificial intelligence?

Is it possible to regulate artificial intelligence?

We are moving towards regulation of AI, but some experts maintain that it will never...

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Inside Tiktok's real-life frenzies - from riots to false murder accusations

Inside Tiktok's real-life frenzies - from riots to false...

Former staff and users tell the BBC the app's algorithm has encouraged harmful real-life...

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Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth: Reaction to demo as Tokyo Game Show starts

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth: Reaction to demo as Tokyo Game...

It's one of the biggest game releases of next year - and verdicts are rolling in...

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Despite risks fish farms are booming in Africa

Despite risks fish farms are booming in Africa

Farming fish has seen rapid growth in Africa but it can be an expensive, high-risk...

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AI risks destabilising world, deputy PM to tell UN

AI risks destabilising world, deputy PM to tell UN

Oliver Dowden will warn the pace of change could outstrip governments' abilities...

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Game of Thrones author sues ChatGPT owner OpenAI

Game of Thrones author sues ChatGPT owner OpenAI

George RR Martin and John Grisham are among the authors suing the company over copyright...

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Amazon Prime Video content to start including ads next year

Amazon Prime Video content to start including ads next...

Amazon says its Prime Video users will see ads on TV shows and movies unless they...

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Microsoft's new Call of Duty deal set for UK approval

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...

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Farmers turn to tech as bees struggle to pollinate

Farmers turn to tech as bees struggle to pollinate

With bee populations struggling, mechanical pollination may be increasingly needed...

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TikTok frenzies 'putting police and schools under strain'

TikTok frenzies 'putting police and schools under strain'

The warning comes after a BBC investigation into disruption driven by the social...

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Metaverse: What happened to Mark Zuckerberg's next big thing?

Metaverse: What happened to Mark Zuckerberg's next big...

Two years ago, the metaverse was billed as the next big thing - but many in the...

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FTX: How the fall of the 'King of Crypto' cost one British man millions

FTX: How the fall of the 'King of Crypto' cost one British...

As Sam Bankman-Fried awaits trial for fraud, his former investors wonder if they...

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US-China rivalry spurs investment in space tech

US-China rivalry spurs investment in space tech

The race to get back to the moon is fuelling US investment in private sector space...

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Amazon takes on Microsoft as it invests billions in Anthropic

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...

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Disinformation most active on X, formerly known as Twitter, EU says

Disinformation most active on X, formerly known as Twitter,...

A European Commission report says the network has the most disinformation of six...

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Reddit to begin paying people for popular posts

Reddit to begin paying people for popular posts

The social media site will split revenue with contributors who are awarded "gold"...

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Spotify will not ban AI-made music, says boss

Spotify will not ban AI-made music, says boss

In a rare interview, Spotify boss Daniel Ek talks to the BBC about AI, regulation...

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Fifa to EA Sports FC: Name change is big gamble for UK's best-selling game

Fifa to EA Sports FC: Name change is big gamble for UK's...

The Fifa football video games are rebranded after a reported disagreement with the...

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Amazon: US accuses online giant of illegal monopoly

Amazon: US accuses online giant of illegal monopoly

The Federal Trade Commission alleges Amazon uses "unfair" and "illegal" strategies...

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ChatGPT can now access up to date information

ChatGPT can now access up to date information

The chatbot's knowledge previously only included data up to September 2021, but...

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Hollywood writers agree to end five-month strike after studio deal

Hollywood writers agree to end five-month strike after...

They can return to work while they vote on whether to approve a three-year deal...

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X scraps tool to report electoral fake news - researchers

X scraps tool to report electoral fake news - researchers

A research organisation says the feature is now only available in European Union...

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The self-driving trucks that are deliberately crashed

The self-driving trucks that are deliberately crashed

A maker of autonomous lorries is using AI software to prang computerised versions...

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Meta announces AI chatbots with 'personality'

Meta announces AI chatbots with 'personality'

At Meta's first in-person event since before the pandemic, Mark Zuckerberg announced...

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Fortnite maker Epic Games cutting 16% of workforce

Fortnite maker Epic Games cutting 16% of workforce

The company says it is shedding the staff because it's spending "way more" than...

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PlayStation boss Jim Ryan to retire from Sony next year

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...

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Apple to buck layoff trend by hiring UK AI staff

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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The slow and delicate aircraft taking on spy missions

The slow and delicate aircraft taking on spy missions

Light aircraft that can fly and loiter at very high altitudes could provide back-up...

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Why your new Apple iPhone 15 is overheating

Why your new Apple iPhone 15 is overheating

The firm says a bug in its operating system and updates to apps like Instagram are...

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Tom Hanks warns dental plan ad image is AI fake

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...

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The people going 'monk mode' to limit social media use

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...

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Meta: Can the firm's new headset stop virtual reality sickness?

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...

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Can tech stop India wasting so much of its harvest?

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...

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TikTok testing out advert-free monthly subscription

TikTok testing out advert-free monthly subscription

The video sharing site is looking into charging a fee of around $4.99 to get rid...

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Doja Cat and Jonas Brothers songwriters say AI is not to be feared

Doja Cat and Jonas Brothers songwriters say AI is not to...

Industry heavyweights behind Doja Cat and Jonas Brothers hits say AI doesn't have...

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All Onewheel e-skateboards recalled worldwide after four deaths

All Onewheel e-skateboards recalled worldwide after four...

A US watchdog cited a risk of crashes causing serious injuries, and the firm confirmed...

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US issues first ever fine for space junk to Dish Network

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...

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CEO: 'Why I take customer service calls'

CEO: 'Why I take customer service calls'

Andy Yen, founder and CEO of tech company Proton, explains why he sometimes takes...

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TikTok: Social media app shuts shop after Indonesia ban

TikTok: Social media app shuts shop after Indonesia ban

The country's government banned the sale of goods on social media platforms to protect...

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Rules of engagement issued to hacktivists after chaos

Rules of engagement issued to hacktivists after chaos

The Red Cross writes rules of engagement for civilian hackers as numbers rise

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Can AI popstars make it in the real world?

Can AI popstars make it in the real world?

Created using motion capture, graphics and AI software, Noonoouri is not your average...

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Police access to passport photos 'risks public trust'

Police access to passport photos 'risks public trust'

The government wants to allow police to search all passport images to catch criminals.

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MrBeast and BBC stars used in deepfake scam videos

MrBeast and BBC stars used in deepfake scam videos

Fraudsters have manipulated images of the popular YouTuber and two journalists to...

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Assassin's Creed Mirage: Why Arabic is at the heart of the new game

Assassin's Creed Mirage: Why Arabic is at the heart of...

The makers of the latest in the stealth action series have put Arabic front and...

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Amazon and Microsoft to face cloud computing competition probe

Amazon and Microsoft to face cloud computing competition...

The competition watchdog is investigating the tech giants' cloud computing dominance.

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AI facial recognition: Campaigners and MPs call for ban

AI facial recognition: Campaigners and MPs call for ban

AI-powered facial recognition has been used in real time by police forces and private...

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Regulator sues Musk to force testimony in X probe

Regulator sues Musk to force testimony in X probe

Musk accused the Securities and Exchange Commission of "harassment" in the two sides'...

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Prada to design Nasa's new Moon suit

Prada to design Nasa's new Moon suit

Art meets science as Prada designers help create the spacesuits for the 2025 Moon...

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How a chatbot encouraged a man who wanted to kill the Queen

How a chatbot encouraged a man who wanted to kill the Queen

The case of Jaswant Singh Chail raises questions about the safety of AI-powered...

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The extreme robot arm that can chop up a ship

The extreme robot arm that can chop up a ship

Giant robot arms with waterjets can slice up retired ships, but can they clean up...

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Tweet saying FTX was 'fine' was false, court hears

Tweet saying FTX was 'fine' was false, court hears

The FTX co-founder tells court that Sam Bankman-Fried's public claims about FTX...

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Snapchat: Snap AI chatbot 'may risk children's privacy'

Snapchat: Snap AI chatbot 'may risk children's privacy'

The My AI feature could be shut down in the UK following an initial investigation...

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The hunt for a new way to tackle clothing waste

The hunt for a new way to tackle clothing waste

Scientists in the US are trying to find enzymes or bacteria that will decompose...

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Nevada lithium mine leads to 'green colonialism' accusations

Nevada lithium mine leads to 'green colonialism' accusations

The rush to mine lithium for car batteries is dividing environmental and native...

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Technology festival's sock that detect Alzheimer's signs

Technology festival's sock that detect Alzheimer's signs

The socks, which can detect the early signs of the condition, are among innovations...

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Man trains home cameras to help repel badgers and foxes

Man trains home cameras to help repel badgers and foxes

James Milward went high tech in his quest to stop the animals fouling in his Surrey...

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How to make cars less dangerous for pedestrians

How to make cars less dangerous for pedestrians

New rules and tech could make cars safer for vulnerable road users like pedestrians...

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Unity: Gaming boss quits after furious pricing backlash

Unity: Gaming boss quits after furious pricing backlash

Unity powers hit games including Pokemon Go, and had wanted to charge developers...

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Jewish parents told to delete social media apps

Jewish parents told to delete social media apps

Some schools have suggested parents delete apps such as TikTok and Instagram due...

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Clubs promoting NFTs pose 'risk' to fans, MPs warn

Clubs promoting NFTs pose 'risk' to fans, MPs warn

A committee of MPs say artists and sport clubs' reputations are at risk if they...

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Warning AI industry could use as much energy as the Netherlands

Warning AI industry could use as much energy as the Netherlands

A new study looks at the environmental impact of artificial intelligence if current...

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EU tells Meta to crack down on Israel-Hamas disinfo

EU tells Meta to crack down on Israel-Hamas disinfo

The EU has written to Mark Zuckerberg warning him that the platform is being used...

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Could an AI-created profile picture help you get a job?

Could an AI-created profile picture help you get a job?

Young adults are using artificial intelligence to make professional-looking headshot...

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Nearly half a billion small tech items thrown away

Nearly half a billion small tech items thrown away

Electrical items such as vapes, fans, cables and USB sticks can all be recycled...

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FTX thief cashes out millions during Bankman-Fried trial

FTX thief cashes out millions during Bankman-Fried trial

Chunks of the stolen $470m in cryptocurrency have been laundered every day since...

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FNaF movie: Can Five Nights at Freddy's live up to the hype?

FNaF movie: Can Five Nights at Freddy's live up to the...

The long-awaited film version of Scott Cawthon's hit game is almost out - but will...

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Can German engineering solve the challenges of fusion?

Can German engineering solve the challenges of fusion?

With extra government help German firms are attempting to make working fusion reactors.

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TikTok latest firm after X and Meta to be warned by EU over Hamas videos

TikTok latest firm after X and Meta to be warned by EU...

The platform follows X and Meta to be urged to step up efforts to stop the spread...

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Quiz: Are these images real or AI?

Quiz: Are these images real or AI?

Test your skills at detecting AI-generated images with Bitesize's monthly AI or...

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EU opens investigation into X over alleged disinformation

EU opens investigation into X over alleged disinformation

X, formerly Twitter, is being investigated by the EU over the possible spread of...

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UK's nuclear fusion site ends experiments after 40 years

UK's nuclear fusion site ends experiments after 40 years

The JET laboratory, the focus of European fusion experiments for decades, carries...

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Microsoft Activision: What does deal mean for gamers?

Microsoft Activision: What does deal mean for gamers?

Call of Duty might be an Xbox exclusive one day, but not for at least 15 years.

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Microsoft completes $69bn takeover of Call of Duty maker Activision Blizzard

Microsoft completes $69bn takeover of Call of Duty maker...

It comes after the UK approved the $69bn takeover of Activision Blizzard, which...

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What does TikTok's EGX sponsorship mean for the games industry?

What does TikTok's EGX sponsorship mean for the games industry?

The app's hoping to take on Twitch and YouTube to become the main stop for online...

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TikTok says action taken on Israel conflict videos

TikTok says action taken on Israel conflict videos

The social media firm lists what it is doing to tackle misinformation after a warning...

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