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CrowdStrike boss says 97% of crashed systems fixedIt's estimated 8.5 million devices were disabled by a faulty update from the cyber-security firm.Autumn date to fix blood transfusion servicesThe systems were affected by a hack on the NHS, which caused significant disruption.ChatGPT reveals search feature in Google challenge OpenAI is working on adding new search powers to its artificial intelligence (AI) bot.Actors go on strike over video games AI threatThe union has been in talks with big games studios, like Activision and Walt Disney, for 18 months.CrowdStrike backlash over $10 apology voucherCybersecurity firm is branded a "clown show" for gesture after an update caused widespread disruption.What's behind the global self-storage boom?Rising rents, e-commerce and available property are contributing to a boom in self-storage.Instagram removes 63,000 sextortion accounts in NigeriaThe scammers were posing as young women online to trick people into sending sexually explicit material.Cyber-security firm rejects $23bn Google takeoverIn an internal memo to staff, the firm's founder and chief executive said he was 'flattered'.Google U-turn over long-running plan to ditch cookiesThe UK’s privacy watchdog said it was 'disappointed' by the decision not to block internet tracking.Musk says Tesla to use humanoid robots next yearThe billionaire has been pushing Tesla to cut costs as car sales weaken.CrowdStrike shares hit again as IT disruption continuesShares in the cybersecurity firm drop a further 13% after last week's global IT outage.Scam warning as fake emails and websites target users after outage Agencies in the UK and Australia are warning people to be vigilante to fake emails, calls and websites.IT working but delays possible after outage, says NHSNHS England says services are back online after the global IT outage, but there could still be disruption.Global services slowly recovering after bug causes IT chaosThe incident has sparked concern over the vulnerability of the world's interconnected technologies.CrowdStrike and Microsoft: What we know about global IT outageA mass IT outage has caused chaos around the world, with major airlines among the victims.IT outage exposes fragility of tech infrastructureUltimately, when systems wobble, there is little that can be done - except wait for a fix.CrowdStrike says IT problems will take time to fixExperts say the manual fix required means it could take days for big organisations to get back to normal.Mass IT outage affects airlines, hospitals, media and banksCyber-security firm Crowdstrike said its update had caused the problem on computers running Windows.Can we make work meetings more bearable?The providers of video meetings software are now offering AI tools that help the participants.Musk to move SpaceX and X HQ over gender identity lawMr Musk wants to move his two high-profile firms from California to Texas over controversial new law.'Pivotal' quantum computing chip unveiledOxford Ionics claim to have created the first quantum chip of its kind that could be mass-produced.Microsoft's hire of start-up staff probed as possible mergerIf the CMA finds there has been a 'merger' between Microsoft and Inflection, it will investigate further.Russia antivirus firm Kaspersky quits US after banThe move comes after sales and distribution of its products were banned by the Biden administration.Olympic esports will level the playing field, says bossThe CEO of one of competitive gaming's top teams says the new event will draw new audiences.EU says X’s blue tick accounts deceive usersThe EU says the way the social media site designs and operates blue tick accounts "deceives" users.As Apple headset reaches Europe, will VR ever hit the mainstream?As Apple's Vision Pro headset launches in the UK, can it finally kickstart the virtual reality market?Disney investigating massive leak of internal messagesA hacking group says it has leaked internal data from the media giant to protest its use of AI.Pioneering British AI chip designer bought by Japanese firmGraphcore was once considered one of the country's most promising start-ups, with a £2bn valuation.Musk defeats ex-Twitter staff seeking $500m in severanceA US judge dismissed the case, one of several filed in the aftermath of Mr Musk's takeover of the site.Palestinians say Microsoft unfairly closing their accountsMore than 20 Palestinians say they have been kicked off Skype, a popular tool for contacting relatives.Samsung becomes first tech giant to launch a smart ringThe devices have high profile users, including Kim Kardashian and and some England footballers.Tech Life: Turning the racetrack electricWe're at the Formula E season finale, exploring how the tech has advanced over 10 years.BBC NewsHow a software bug from Crowdstrike affected Microsoft Windows systems around the world.Tech Life: Athletes using technology to improve performanceHow do athletes use technology to improve their performance?Moment Ariane-6 rocket blasts into space on first flightThe vehicle set off from a launchpad in French Guiana on a demonstration mission.Tech Life: The tech that refuses to dieWe look at old tech that's been around for decades and is still useful.How to decode your social media feeds this electionMarianna Spring talks through the tactics seen on the social media feeds of voters.Tech Life: If we could talk to the animalsMusic legend Peter Gabriel talks about AI technology and communicating with animals.Investigating crime scenes in virtual realityA team from the University of Dundee is developing ways to help investigators work out how fires start.Tech Life: Detecting cancer using AIThe role machine learning can play in accurate blood tests for bowel cancer.Tech Life: Bionic arms and robotic thumbsThis week Tech Life has a special programme about the technology of artificial limbs.Tech Life: Helping our animal friendsThis edition of Tech Life is all about animals and tech.'We are creating new crops five-times faster'How artificial intelligence is increasingly helping the arable farming sector.Tech Life: The women dating AI chatbotsWhat is it like to have an AI boyfriend? The women in China who date chatbots.TikTokers on why they have to delay ‘adulting’People are taking to the app to highlight the difficulty in achieving “traditional” milestones.Tech Life: Being watchedWords of warning about facial recognition, biometrics and artificial intelligence.Tech Life: Tackling online abuse of athletesThe Olympics turn to AI to try crack down on online abuse aimed at athletesHow phone theft in London was tackled in the 90sIn 1994, the boom in mobile phones spawned a crime wave of phone thefts in the capital.Tech Life: Help for cancer patientsThe machine that allows patients to take their own blood samples for analysis from home.Ros Atkins on... How different countries protect children onlineBBC Analysis editor Ros Atkins looks at what what is being done to prevent minors seeing harmful content.Protecting under-18s from harmful online contentMarianna Spring on how the UK's media regulator wants to protect children from harmful content on social media.Why tech bros are turning to TrumpThe Republican presidential candidate is forging new alliances as his campaign gains momentum.Would-be reality TV contestants 'not looking real'A growing use of AI is said to be both harming and helping makers of reality TV.What will future aerial dogfights look like?AI with dogfighting ability is being developed by the UK and US air forces.How AI is fuelling uncertainty for game developersIn a struggling games industry AI has been hailed as a possible saviour. But not everyone's convinced.Why both businesses and scammers love India's payment systemFast and free, India's UPI payments system has been a big success, but has attracted scammers.Will K-pop's AI experiment pay off?Some of the genre's biggest names are now using artificial intelligence, but fans are divided.Amazon at 30: What next for 'The Everything Company'?Can Amazon sustain its rapid growth since 1994 - or will rivals or regulators cut it down to size?Is AI the answer for better government services?Governments are experimenting with AI chatbots that can give help and advice.Could the 'flying piano' help transform air cargo?A Texas start-up is developing cargo gliders that would be towed behind a jet.Would having an AI boss be better than your current human one?Companies are now experimenting with using AI systems to manage their staff.The fastest data in the worldResearchers are seeing how fast data can be delivered amid rising demand for bandwidth.Are rainy days ahead for cloud computing?Outsourcing computing to the cloud is a huge business, but some firms have said it's not for them.What is 'AI washing' and why is it a problem?Tech firms commonly highlight their use of AI, but in some cases it may be exaggerated.Could brain-like computers be a 'competition killer'?Computers built like brains could be much more energy efficient than current designs.'Insane' amounts of data spurs new storage techStoring information with holograms and in glass is being proposed to deal with a deluge of data.Concern rises over AI in adult entertainmentAI in adult entertainment could have negative effects on society and individuals, experts say.Could AI put an end to animal testing?Artificial intelligence systems are increasingly being used to help test new drugs and chemicals.Australia wants to become a renewable energy superpower. Can it?The country has come up with an ambitious plan to become the engine room of the new green economy.Can 'energy hog' hot tubs be greener?Hot tubs are becoming a standard feature at holiday parks, but can they be made more energy efficient?Why France's start-up champion has struggled abroadIts appointment booking software is everywhere in France, but Doctolib has struggled to make a dent elsewhere.
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