A patch has been issued for a serious flaw in Windows, exploited by hackers.
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Right to repair movement gains power in US and Europe
Lawmakers and advocates want to give consumers more choice when it comes to fixing devices.
Global chip shortage: Samsung forecasts 53% jump in quarterly profit
Demand for electronic components has surged as people are shifting more of their lives online.
Russia hacking claims pose challenge for Biden
After a string of Russian-linked hacks, how will US President Joe Biden respond?
Pentagon cancels $10bn ‘Jedi’ contract
The US defence department is scrapping a cloud computing contract, which sparked a row between Amazon and Microsoft.
Nintendo Switch OLED Model gets an upgraded screen
A larger OLED screen is the main feature, with a host of other small improvements to the device.
British Airways data-breach compensation claim settled
Thousands of people are to receive compensation over a 2018 data breach at British Airways.
Audio editor Audacity denies spyware accusation
An update to the privacy policy of the free software, used by 100 million people, has caused alarm.
‘There were no avatars like me so we made a game’
A lack of black characters led graphic designer Yvonne and daughter Alyssa to create a videogame.
Influencers react to Norway photo edit law: ‘Welcome honesty’ or a ‘shortcut’?
The rule on clearly labelling posts is part of an effort to “reduce body pressure” on young people.
Hong Kong defends privacy law after Big Tech raises concerns
An industry body has warned that tech companies could stop offering services if the new law goes ahead.
What next for the NHS Covid-19 contact tracing app?
Some businesses are complaining that the app for England and Wales is issuing too many alerts.