Sex workers say Google could put lives at risk if safety app functions disabled
The Ugly Mugs app allows workers to screen incoming calls and text messages for potential danger.
UK News|Feb 20, 2019
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Murder accused’s phone used to google ‘how do police find DNA’, court hears
A 16-year-old boy is on trial accused of the abduction, rape and murder of six-year-old Alesha MacPhail on the Isle of Bute last July.
UK News|Feb 18, 2019
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Fake news, disinformation and social media regulation: All you need to know
The Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Select Committee has produced its final report.
UK News|Feb 18, 2019
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Social media sites should face compulsory ethics code, MPs say
In a major report, MPs warned that democracy is at risk from the ‘malicious and relentless’ targeting of citizens with disinformation.
UK News|Feb 18, 2019
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YouTube removing more drill videos reported by Scotland Yard
The Google-owned video giant had deleted 102 of 129 videos requested by Scotland Yard as of last month.
UK News|Feb 13, 2019
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Change the law if you want more tax from tech firms, says Bill Gates
There has been much debate over how much internet firms should pay in the UK.
UK News|Feb 13, 2019
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Tech giants should have duty to ensure ‘quality news’, says review
Report commissioned by the Prime Minister calls for tax breaks for public interest journalism..
UK News|Feb 12, 2019
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What the papers say – February 12
Welfare reform, Brexit, cash machines and car theft are on the fronts.
UK News|Feb 12, 2019
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News industry welcomes ‘thoughtful’ review into future sustainability
The News Media Association says it wants to work with ministers on implementing the recommendations of the Cairncross Review.
UK News|Feb 11, 2019
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Tech giants should have duty to ensure ‘quality news’, says review
Report commissioned by the Prime Minister calls for tax breaks for public interest journalism.
UK News|Feb 11, 2019
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Digital copyright reforms move a step further after approval of text
MEPs will get the final say on whether the controversial changes should be enacted.
UK News|Feb 8, 2019
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Boyfriend borrowed torch to search for overdosing girlfriend, court told
Ceon Broughton denies the manslaughter of Louella Fletcher-Michie.
UK News|Feb 8, 2019
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Instagram announces ban on graphic self-harm images
Bosses at the social network have met with the Health Secretary, Matt Hancock.
UK News|Feb 7, 2019
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Why is screen time such an issue?
Official advice from the chief medical officers has urged parents to cut down on their children’s time spent looking at screens.
UK News|Feb 7, 2019
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Disability-themed emoji among latest designs approved for use
The update also includes a ‘drop of blood’ emoji campaigners say could provide women with a new way to talk about menstruation.
UK News|Feb 6, 2019
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