The government announces a consultation on online safety, including on a possible social media ban for under-16s.
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Stroke survivors trial new at-home tech: ‘It’s given me my freedom back’
Participants in the NHS ‘Triceps’ trial wear a device in their ear which emits electrical pulses while they do rehab.
John Wick game starring Keanu Reeves unveiled at PlayStation showcase
It’s not the first time the iconic hitman has appeared in games, but Saber’s will be the first voiced by Reeves.
AI coding platform’s flaws allow BBC reporter to be hacked
Vibe-coding tools – which let people without coding skills create apps using AI – are exploding in popularity.
Children bombarded with weight loss drug ads online, says commissioner
The Children’s Commissioner suggested social media advertising for children should be banned.
Apple and Google agree to change app stores after ‘effective duopoly’ claim
The UK’s markets regulator says the proposed commitments “will boost the UK’s app economy”.
Discord to start requiring face scan or ID to access adult content
The online chat service, which has 200 million monthly users, will blur adult content by default.
Baldur’s Gate to be turned into TV series – without the game’s developers
The show will be made by Craig Mazin, who co-created the acclaimed game adaptation The Last Of Us.
ChatGPT boss ridiculed for online ‘tantrum’ over rival’s Super Bowl ad
Commenters said Altman’s lengthy post shows “a nerve was well and truly hit” by Anthropic’s advert.
US pitches plan to counter China’s dominance of critical mineral supply
The event was attended by representatives of more than 50 countries, the White House said.
