Instagram: Girl tells how she was 'hooked' on self-harm images

Libby's father says he reported disturbing content to Instagram, but the company did nothing.

Obscene porn rules relaxed in England and Wales

Guidelines about what constitutes "obscene" pornography have been relaxed in England and Wales.

Mario Kart mobile delayed until summer 2019

Nintendo announces the Mario Kart Tour app will be delayed until summer 2019.

Russian hackers 'stole Mueller inquiry evidence'

Hackers are trying to discredit the inquiry into alleged Russian interference in US politics, prosecutors say.

Drones help Galapagos tackle rat infestation

Tonnes of poison was laid down by drones in a project to get rid of the invasive species.

Facebook adviser attacks 'lax' child checks

Facebook's approach to parental consent was "most concerning", says a member of its Safety Advisory Board.

Knife crime: Suspects could be banned from social media

Those breaching sanctions aimed at cutting rising violence could face up to two years in prison.

Regulate social media to protect children, MPs urge

A cross-party committee says social media companies should have a legal "duty of care" to children.

Facebook users continue to grow despite privacy scandals

The number of people who logged into the site at least once a month rose 9% last year.

Fifa to stop selling in-game currency in Belgium

The move comes after the Belgian Gambling Commission threatened legal action over in-game loot boxes.

Kwik Fit garages hit by computer virus

The car repair chain's IT system went offline on Saturday and has been experiencing problems since.

DJI pledges painful action to tackle corruption

The world's bestselling drone-maker says it must tackle cases of employee theft.

Scruff gay dating app bans underwear photos

The app bans images of men in underwear and swimwear after "repeated suspensions by app store distributors".

Facebook: Dissident republicans Saoradh take legal action

Saoradh claims the social media giant removed a number of its pages from its platform.

Children 'afterthought' for social media companies

England's children's commissioner writes to social media companies, urging them to tackle disturbing content.

PledgeMusic: The day the music died?

Crowdfunding site PledgeMusic seems to have run out of money, leaving musicians wondering what to do.

The one about Friends still being most popular

They might not have been born when it was made, but Friends is a favourite programme for the young.

Apple iPhone sales in 'disappointing' fall

Revenue from the tech giant's signature iPhone fell 15% in the most recent quarter.

Kingdom Hearts 3 game released 'without an ending'

The epilogue is downloaded only once the 40 hours of game-play is completed.

Huawei: A simple guide to why the company is in so much trouble

One of the world's favourite phone makers is fighting for its reputation.

Yahoo data breach payout blocked by judge

The judge is unhappy about the sum involved and the vagueness of promised cyber-security fixes.

Singapore HIV registry data leaked online in health breach

More than 14,000 people are affected, including thousands of visitors, Singapore's health ministry says.

Huawei denies wrongdoing after US criminal charges

The Chinese telecoms giant said it was "disappointed" by the US charges, which include theft and fraud.

Facebook's popularity dips with UK children, says Ofcom

Facebook's popularity among children fell during 2018, according to the media regulator Ofcom.

US files charges against China's Huawei and CFO Meng Wanzhou

Among the charges are accusations of fraud, obstruction of justice and theft of technology.

YouTuber James Charles tells LBC Birmingham crowd 'normal'

James Charles tells LBC his career has been "a wild ride", following gridlock in Birmingham.

B&Q 'exposed data about store thieves'

A security researcher says he found a database listing names and details of suspected culprits.

Nick Clegg: Facebook should pay more tax outside US

The former deputy prime minister has given his first speech since joining the technology giant as head of communications.

TalkTalk hacker Daniel Kelley's blackmail charge dropped

Daniel Kelley has already admitted involvement in the major hack attack on the telecoms firm in 2015.

Fortnite loot box llamas go 'see-through'

Epic Games will now let players see what is inside loot llamas before they buy them.

Fitness trackers 'overestimate' calorie burning

Products such as Fitbits overestimate the amount of calories burned while walking, research finds.

UK cyber-crime victims lose £190,000 a day

Police agency Action Fraud said money lost by victims increased by 24% over a six-month period.

Hundreds of popular cars ‘at risk of keyless theft’

Consumer group Which? found the Ford Fiesta, VW Golf, Nissan Qashqai and Ford Focus were all at risk.

The mystery tracks being 'forced' on Spotify users

Mysterious musicians have cropped up on Spotify accounts. How did they get there - and do they point to a security problem?

Mental health: UK could ban social media over suicide images, minister warns

It comes after the father of 14-year-old Molly Russell blamed Instagram recommendations for her death.

The airport that welcomes drone flights

The airport that helped a drone fly within its exclusion zone in a world-first technology test.

Facebook to integrate WhatsApp, Instagram and Messenger

Facebook plans to integrate its messaging services on Instagram, WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger.

Thousands tell HMRC to delete voice data

The tax authority collected voice data over the phone and originally gave people no way to opt out.

Impersonation scam hits top YouTubers

Messages tailored to look like they come from YouTube stars are seeking to trick subscribers.

Vodafone puts Huawei rollout in core networks on hold

The mobile operator "pauses' deployment of Huawei equipment in its core networks in Europe.

Huawei confident in uncomfortable times

The Chinese telecoms company is facing a PR crisis, but its executives say it's business as usual.

Microsoft's Bing search engine restored in China

The firm said its site in China was now accessible after an outage raised concerns it had been censored.

Could dancing pandas persuade you to buy sports shoes?

How retailers are trying to make in-store shopping more exciting and fun with interactive experiences.

'Swatting' conspirators charged in US

Three men are accused of aiding a hoaxer who tricked armed police into attending fake emergencies.

What a goat tells us about tech billionaires

From slaughtering goats to prepping for the apocalypse, their habits aren't exactly normal.

Prince's Trust suspends ties to Huawei

The youth charity says it will not accept new financial donations from the firm.

Google Chrome changes could 'destroy' ad-blockers

Users could be defenceless against intrusive ads if proposed changes to Chrome happen, warn developers

Amazon Scout robots take to pavements in Washington State

The online retail giant is latest to experiment with delivery via pavement robot.

Facebook 'sorry' for distressing suicide posts on Instagram

It comes after it emerged a teenage girl took her own life after viewing disturbing content online.

Teachers tired of pointless emails

Teachers say they can't stay up all night answering individual email queries from parents.

'Criminals escaping justice' due to IT system

The system used by nine forces regularly crashes, causing cases to be dropped, officers say.

Microsoft's Bing search engine inaccessible in China

The outage has raised concerns that Bing is the latest foreign website to be blocked by censors.

Chinese censor calls Tencent news app 'vulgar'

Tiantian Kuaibao was singled out for criticism by the country's internet regulator.

Daily Mail demands browser warning U-turn

A built-in tool in Microsoft's Edge app says the Daily Mail's journalism is often inaccurate.

Xiaomi reveals fold-in-three smartphone

The Chinese tech giant confirms it has developed a smartphone-tablet hybrid with a flexible display.

The typo that led a man to a stranger's stag party

Will Novak was accidently invited to a stranger's bachelor party. He decided to attend and went viral.

Martin Lewis drops Facebook lawsuit

The consumer rights campaigner had claimed fake ads on Facebook had caused reputational damage.

Social media influencers agree to change the way they post

Vlogger Zoella and pop star Rita Ora must declare if they are paid or sponsored.

Meng Wanzhou: US to 'move ahead with Huawei executive extradition'

The US must file a formal extradition request by 30 January for the Chinese telecoms executive.

Sony to move Europe headquarters to avoid Brexit disruption

The Japanese firm will move its European headquarters to the Netherlands to avoid customs issues.

Huawei chairman warns of end to global 'partnerships'

Chinese tech giant warns it might transfer activities to countries "where we are welcomed".

Dyson to move head office to Singapore

Two senior executives will move from Wiltshire but no jobs will be lost in the process.

Rush to fix computers in England's courts

The IT failures have meant that trials have been delayed and jurors are unable to enrol, reports say.

Facial recognition tool tackles illegal chimp trade online

Automated software is now scouring social media posts looking for evidence of ape trafficking.

Has Fyre Festival burned influencers?

Two new documentaries about the failed event have thrown a spotlight on the influencers and celebrities who promoted it.

Tesla reverses charging prices hike

The prices will still go up but by 10% less than originally planned.

Dixons Carphone's mobile sales continue to fall

However, the decline was offset by strong sales of supersize TVs and in gaming.

EasyJet takes £15m hit from Gatwick drone chaos

The drone sightings at Gatwick airport led to flight cancellations and payments to customers.

Fossil shark named after 80s video game

The shark's teeth resemble alien spaceships from the game, Galaga, according to US scientists.

Disability hate crime: MPs back Katie Price over online abuse

MPs have backed demands led by model Katie Price for changes to the law.

Google hit with £44m GDPR fine over ads

Google has been fined 50 million euros (£44m) by the French data regulator CNIL.

Amazon, Apple and Google face data complaints

The entertainment streaming giants are accused of breaking the EU's data protection rules.

Prince Philip crash: Debris for sale on eBay

The seller says the parts "may even have Phil's DNA on it, if you wanted to clone him or anything".

WhatsApp restricts message-sharing to fight fake news

The chat app will only allow users to forward messages five times to limit the spread of false news.

Heathrow: Man charged with flying drone near airport

George Rusu is accused of using a drone on a field near the runway days after a scare at Gatwick.

Fortnite predator 'groomed children on voice chat'

A man is accused of using the hit video game Fortnite to initiate sexual activity with children.

Zimbabwe cuts internet indefinitely amid violent crackdown

At least three people have been killed and 600 people arrested over protests against new fuel prices.

Timeline: What's going on with Huawei?

The Chinese telecoms giant was the focus of international scrutiny even before a senior executive's arrest.

Twitter warns that private tweets were public for years

A security flaw meant many private messages were readable for years said Twitter.

Netflix boosts subscriber numbers to nearly 140 million

The streaming firm gained 8.8 million customers in the quarter that ended in December.

Germany 'considers ban on Huawei' amid global backlash

Other countries have barred the Chinese firm from their network infrastructure over security concerns.

Oxford University suspends Huawei donations and sponsorships

The institution suspends donations from the Chinese telecoms giant amid continuing spying controversy.

Virtual cities: Designing the metropolises of the future

How 3D software supercharged with real-time data can simulate complex designs before they're built.

YouTube suspends ads on Tommy Robinson channel

The suspension has been imposed because the channel had broken rules governing adverts, YouTube says.

Future of airport security on show in London

A shoe scanner that works on passengers queuing at airport security is on show in London.

Fake BBC News page used to promote Bitcoin-themed scheme

The public is warned of an email-based campaign that uses a fake BBC News article to seek funds.

Facebook tackles Russians making fake news stories

The pages campaigned for months creating and sharing stories that were fake, said Facebook.

US 'probes Huawei for trade secret theft'

The investigation, reported by US media, adds to pressure facing the Chinese technology giant.

GCHQ sets up all-female cyber-training classes

The UK's intelligence services say there are too few young women working in cyber-security.

Netflix's Bird Box film contains footage of Lac-Megantic disaster

Two Netflix productions used stock images of the Lac-Megantic rail disaster in a fictional context.

University switches off social media to help student well-being

A university is switching off its social media channels to promote a healthier online culture.

Laser shoes made for Parkinson's patients

People with Parkinson's can freeze when they walk but laser shoes are helping them to keep moving.

Ace Combat 7: Can it match flying in real-life?

The latest version of the game Ace Combat 7 has a new VR mode for more realistic aerial acrobatics.

Google Maps deterring outback tourists, say small firms

Australian authorities complain that Google Maps wrongly makes remote destinations seem inaccessible.

Clarks 'robot-assisted' shoe factory in Street may close

The facility only opened in 2017 but 80 jobs are now at risk after production targets are not met.

Domino's Pizza app must be accessible to blind people

A blind man had complained that he was unable to change toppings or complete his order online.

Sofia Coppola to direct Bill Murray in Apple's first film

On the Rocks, starring Bill Murray, will be the tech giant's first venture into feature film-making.

London Uber fares go up after electric car charge

The fee will add about 45p to the average London journey, the ride-hailing firm says.

Racing game Forza pulls dances amid Fortnite legal action

Microsoft-owned Forza removes dances as Fortnite faces fresh legal action over dance moves.

Upskirting to be crime after Lords back bill

A woman took her campaign to MPs after a man took pictures of her at a gig in London's Hyde Park.

Roku U-turn over streaming Alex Jones's InfoWars

Roku bans Alex Jones after initially defending its decision to stream the conspiracy theorist's channel.

Smartwatches: Switzerland's friend or foe?

The Swiss watch industry faced a near-death experience from quartz products. Is the smartwatch a similar threat?

The ultrasound scan you can do yourself

A US company has produced an ultrasound scanner that plugs into an iPhone and costs $2,000 (£1,555).

Nike's phone-controlled self-lacing trainers

Trainers which tighten or loosen automatically are Nike's latest nod to Back to the Future technology.

Driverless car laser ruined camera

A man took a photo of a lidar sensor system on display at a tech fair and found pink dots on all his photos afterwards.

Proposals for drones to fly at night and over crowds in US

US proposals for relaxing drone laws are in stark contrast to the UK, which plans to tighten rules.

Huawei founder Ren Zhengfei denies firm poses spying risk

The 74-year-old says China has never asked it to share "improper information" about its clients.

The truth behind Blue Whale 'suicide challenge'

A global online game was blamed for numerous suicides. But it isn't quite what it seems.

The former homeless man bringing web access to the Bronx

People without internet access have fewer life chances than those that do. How can we close the gap?

Tidal streaming data figures investigated by Norway

Music streaming service Tidal is under investigation in Norway over claims some of its listener numbers were inflated.

Millions of Chinese CVs exposed on cloud server

The exposed database contained detailed information about more than 200 million Chinese people.

Start-up Bird backs down in electric scooter legal row

A scooter firm has apologised after issuing a journalist with legal threats over an article about its scooters.

Poland spy arrest: China telecoms firm Huawei sacks employee

The Chinese telecoms firm says Wang Weijing acted on his own and brought the company into disrepute.

CES 2019: The sat nav of the future has arrived

A car dashboard that can display directions and points of interest as holograms has been developed.

CES 2019: Hunting down the big beasts of tech

Dave Lee goes on 'safari' in Las Vegas to find out what the tech giants are showing off.

CES 2019: Wristband 'can control' your body temperature

BBC Click's Nick Kwek goes into sub-zero temperatures to test a wristband that can warm you up.

Google's parent company Alphabet sued over sexual misconduct policy

Google shareholders want the firm to change the way it deals with allegations of sexual misconduct.

Amazon and eBay evict sellers amid VAT crackdown

Some overseas businesses were selling items - including British flags - but evading VAT.

US government shutdown leaves websites insecure

The partial US government shutdown has led to many website security certificates not being renewed.

Facebook employs UK fact-checkers to combat fake news

A UK charity will help Facebook combat the spread of misinformation on its platform.

CES 2019: 'Indestructible notepad' works underwater

A Ukrainian start-up has created a 'damage-proof' pad and a pencil that never goes blunt.

CES 2019: 'I feel my sanity draining away'

This is how the biggest show in tech was reported to the world - via attendees' Twitter accounts.

The drone pilot whose maps are saving lives in Zanzibar

Drones are being used to map previously unmapped areas in Africa to the benefit of its citizens.

CES 2019: Skin printer wipes years from your face

Proctor & Gamble has developed a handheld device that precisely covers blemishes.

Google backed on limiting search results over right to be forgotten

The search engine giant sought to limit the law's scope, after France asked for a global extension.

CES 2019: RaceFit suit shows you how to exercise

The RaceFit suit uses sensors to track and analyse your movements as you exercise.

Over 65s 'more likely' to share fake news on Facebook

A study found age was the best predictor of whether someone would pass around dodgy news stories.

Cambridge Analytica parent firm SCL Elections fined over data refusal

A US professor demanded that the company hand over personal data which it held on him.

CES 2019: The lightsaber you can strike with force

The Star Wars inspired toy on show at CES can take a pounding but does not come cheap.

CES 2019: Amazon and Google voice assistants carve up CES

The rivalry between Amazon and Google's voice assistants is in full swing at the Las Vegas tech show.

CES 2019: LG's see-through and vibrating OLED TVs

The South Korean firm is demoing its latest TV display technologies at the CES tech expo.

CES 2019: 'Award-winning' sex toy for women withdrawn from show

A robotic sex toy designed for women is banned from displaying at CES.

Zuckerberg plans public tech discussions

The Facebook boss is to hold a series of discussions on the subject of technology and its future in society

VAR: Mauricio Pochettino and Maurizio Sarri critical after Carabao Cup tie

Mauricio Pochettino and Maurizio Sarri criticise VAR in Tottenham's 1-0 win over Chelsea in the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg.

CES 2019: The robot that draws on walls

Scribit can cover walls with elaborate drawings and later erase them.

CES 2019: The expanding door that fights parcel thieves

A door that locks away small parcels and calls the police if larger ones are stolen is at CES.

CES 2019: Can breath-sniffing gadgets improve your diet?

Two rival gadgets at CES promise to reveal the secrets of your metabolism - by scrutinising your breath.

Heathrow airport drone investigated by police and military

Scotland Yard say officers were among those to see the drone that halted flights earlier.

CES 2019: IBM's hourly weather reports will cover entire Earth

Technology giant IBM's supercomputers power the new forecasting system that covers the entire planet.

Heathrow airport: Drone sighting halts departures

Departures at London’s Heathrow airport have been stopped after a drone was seen.

AT&T mocked over 5G phone icon 'update'

US mobile operator AT&T rebrands phones to give the impression they are on a futuristic 5G network.

Overwatch's LGBT characters are 'educating' gamers

One of the game's most popular characters, Soldier: 76 has been revealed to be gay - and reactions are mixed.

CES 2019: Would you upload your house key to the cloud?

Company shows digital solution for lost keys at the CES technology show in Las Vegas.

Amazon becomes world's most valuable public company

The online retailer edges past Microsoft, but its total value remains below last year's $1tn.

Hyundai shows off 'walking car' at CES

The concept car has wheels on robotic legs which can unfold in rough terrain.

German data theft: Suspect arrested in Hesse

A 20-year-old is held over the leak of hundreds of politicians' information online.

Email error 'like handing over your keys'

A stranger's financial details were visible as he entered the wrong email when signing up to a credit service.

CES 2019: Could Lovot the pet robot make you fall in love?

A penguin-like robot with few practical skills is one of the early hits of 2019's CES tech show.

CES 2019: Hands on with Mui, the smart plank of wood

What looks like an ordinary piece of wood lights up and becomes a smart assistant when touched.

CES 2019: Samsung adds rival Apple's iTunes to smart TVs

The South Korean TV maker has embedded the US firm's film and TV store in its new smart TVs.

Crash-testing the air bag for cyclists

An air bag vest for cyclists is being demoed at the CES tech show.

Can a Leona Lewis story really help you sleep at night?

Self-care apps aim to reduce anxiety and stress and improve our sleep patterns. But do they work?

CES 2019: Smart doorbells ring in changes in Las Vegas

A doorbell that fits around a peephole and another with two cameras are among those unveiled at CES.

CES 2019: LG's roll-up TV to be released to public

A flexible television that folds up to hide within its base will go on sale before the end of 2019.

Elon Musk breaks ground on first Tesla factory outside US

The carmaker wants to use the Shanghai plant to grow its presence in the world's biggest auto market.

Smashing through barriers to set up a $2bn tech firm

Therese Tucker, the founder of technology firm BlackLine, wasn't going to let any sexism hold her back.

Vlogger 'traumatised' by football filming row

Max Hayes said he was threatened with not being allowed to watch the match in a dispute over filming.

Facebook takes down Britain First ads

Ads for a petition to stop a mosque being built in Kent appeared on Facebook over the Christmas period.

CES 2019: Samsung's new shape-shifting TVs revealed

A 75in screen made up of tiny swappable panels is among those unveiled at the CES tech show.

CES 2019: EyeQue's glasses test you can do at home

EyeQue's smartphone accessory lets owners order new glasses without having to see an optician.

How the UK became a major player in the gaming world

Newsbeat takes a look at why the UK's gaming industry is thriving and worth an estimated £3.86bn.

Yusaku Maezawa: Japanese billionaire tweets most retweeted tweet

Fashion mogul Yusaku Maezawa knocks a US teen seeking chicken nuggets off the most-tweeted spot.

CES 2019: Smelly advent calendar beats 'nose fatigue'

A smelly "advent calendar" helps people identify their favourite fragrances.

Time using landlines halves in five years, says Ofcom

Younger people are reluctant to make phone calls, preferring to use messaging apps, study suggests.

The hot new tech at the CES 2019 expo

Emotional robots, beer pods, flexible phones and 8K TVs are all part of our CES tech show preview.

YouTube stars under fire for 'loot box' videos

The UK Gambling Commission has said it is assessing a website promoted by several YouTubers.

More assault charges for 3D-printed gun pioneer

Texas police have filed more charges against Cody Wilson over an alleged sexual assault.

Huawei staff punished after official tweet posted 'via iPhone'

Two employees are reportedly demoted over a social media post displaying "via Twitter for iPhone".

TV licence email scam: More than 5,000 complaints in three months

Action Fraud received more than 5,000 complaints about the email scam between October and December.

German politicians targeted in 'mass hack attack'

Hundreds of German politicians have had personal details hacked and published online, reports say.

Gatwick and Heathrow buying anti-drone equipment

Gatwick and Heathrow invest in new technology after the disruption affecting thousands of passengers.

Worry less about children's screen use, parents told

There is a lack of evidence that screen time in itself is harmful, the first UK guidance says.

Apple ordered to pull iPhones from 15 stores in Germany

Apple has been ordered by a court to remove iPhone 7 and iPhone 8 models from its 15 German stores.

Weather app harvests personal data, security experts warn

The China-based app has also attempted to subscribe users to paid services without permission.

PewDiePie hackers take over Google smart TV systems

Tens of thousands of Chromecast streaming devices have been targeted by the attackers.

Gaming worth more than video and music combined

A new report finds gaming is now more lucrative in the UK than video and music combined.

Where ordering cannabis is easy as booking a taxi

Clicking on an app allows Los Angeles cannabis users to order supplies which are delivered to their door.

Apple blames China as it cuts forecast

Apple boss Tim Cook says the firm 'did not foresee the magnitude of economic deceleration' in China.

Tesla shares drop on disappointing quarterly performance

The electric carmaker misses vehicle delivery expectations and says it will cut prices in the US.

Asimov's 2019 predictions - fiction or fact?

How accurate were predictions for the coming year made by science fiction writer Isaac Asimov in 1983?

New York new year drone plan scuppered by rain

NYPD plans to use a camera-equipped drone in Times Square were spoiled by rain and wind.

Australian police Google Maps blunder 'missed location of body'

Australian authorities should have used better tools when looking for a missing man, a coroner says.

Netflix removes comedy episode after Saudi complaint

The episode of Patriot Act, with US comedian Hasan Minhaj, was critical of Saudi Arabia's rulers.

The firm whose staff are all autistic

A California father set up a company where his sons could work - and now employs more than 150 people.