Most of the software is “secret, unevidenced, invasive and likely discriminatory”, Big Brother Watch says.
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Covid: Will easing change England’s new tech habits?
The pandemic brought about big changes in the way people use tech – the question is will they last?
Writing fake online reviews could be made illegal
New laws will help stop people being exploited by businesses online, the government says.
Spyware: The software that watches you
BBC’s cyber reporter, Joe Tidy, agreed to be spied on to understand the spyware experience further.
Royal Navy tests drones above and below waves
A broad exercise saw the navy test scouts, resupply, and underwater reconnaissance drones.
Pegasus: Who are the alleged victims of spyware targeting?
Jamal Khashoggi’s wife and the editor of the Financial Times are among those said to be targeted.
Jeff Bezos launches to space aboard New Shepard rocket ship
The world’s richest man and three other passengers return safely just 11 minutes after take-off.
Zoom bets billions on home working continuing in Five9 deal
The firm announces a $14.7bn (£10.7bn) deal to buy Five9, a cloud-based call centre operator.
China accused of cyber-attack on Microsoft Exchange servers
The UK, US and EU have accused China of carrying out an attack on Microsoft Exchange email servers.
Custom glasses: Will 3D-printing change our eyewear?
Eyewear can be more tailored to an individual’s face producing a better fit and reduce overstocking.
Thousands of orders cancelled after Ocado robot fire
The online grocer says the blaze was caused by a collision between robots at one of its warehouses.
How to cool your home in a warming world
Low-energy designs and technologies can keep homes comfortable, come rain or shine.