Instagram suffers major outage affecting UK users
Millions of Instagram users worldwide experienced service disruption as the platform suffered a major outage, leaving businesses and creators scrambling.
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Taliban Enforces Total Internet Blackout in Afghanistan
The Taliban regime has severed Afghanistan's internet connectivity, isolating 40 million people from the world in what experts call one of the most severe digital crackdowns in modern history.
Instagram Hit By Major Global Outage
Instagram users worldwide were hit by a major service disruption, with the app becoming inaccessible for hours. Here's what we know about the crash that sparked chaos on social media.
Digital ID Super-App to Revolutionise Age Verification in UK
A groundbreaking 'Digital ID' super-app is in development, promising to let you prove your age for age-restricted goods with just your smartphone, potentially ending the need to carry physical documents.
The UK's Best Digital Photo Frames: 2024 Buyer's Guide
Discover the top digital photo frames for every budget. Our expert review compares Aura, Nixplay, and Skylight frames to help you showcase your memories in stunning clarity.
UK Tech Chief Slams Government's 'Out of Date' Digital Systems
The UK's inaugural Chief Technology Officer, Mark Russinovich, delivers a damning verdict on Whitehall's archaic IT infrastructure, calling for an urgent technological revolution to drag public services into the 21st century.
Labour's Tech Tax Threat: Could Cripple UK Digital Industry
Exclusive analysis reveals how Labour's proposed tax reforms targeting tech giants could spark a catastrophic investment exodus, jeopardising Britain's position as a global digital leader.
Global Instagram Outage Locks Users Out of Accounts
Instagram experienced a widespread global outage, leaving thousands of users unable to access the app, refresh feeds, or send messages. The disruption, confirmed by Meta, sparked a flood of complaints and memes across other social platforms.
Sweden Targets Fully Cashless Society by 2030
Sweden is leading a financial revolution, with plans to eliminate physical currency entirely within the next decade. Discover how this bold move is transforming everyday life and what it means for the future of money.
FCA probes Hargreaves Lansdown over fund fee practices
The UK's Financial Conduct Authority launches an investigation into Hargreaves Lansdown's fund manager selection and fee disclosure processes, examining potential conflicts of interest.
UK's First Digital Detox Town Bans Mobile Signals
Nestled in the Peak District, the idyllic spa town of Bakewell is pioneering a radical retreat from modern connectivity. With a council-backed initiative to create signal-free zones, it's becoming the ultimate destination for Brits seeking a genuine digit
Tony Blair Demands Mandatory Digital ID for UK
Former PM Tony Blair's institute urges the next government to implement a mandatory digital ID system, claiming it could save billions and revolutionise public services. Critics raise privacy concerns.
The Death of the Wallet: Britain's Cashless Revolution
Exclusive report on how contactless payments, digital IDs, and smartphone technology are making physical wallets obsolete for millions across the UK.
UK Parents & Teachers Reveal Truth About Screens in Schools
Exclusive insights from UK classrooms reveal the real effects of digital device integration. Parents and educators share candid experiences about screen time's impact on focus, behaviour, and educational outcomes.
Digital ID Cards: Your Say on the UK's Controversial New Scheme
Exclusive: The UK government is pushing ahead with plans for a digital identity system. We reveal the public's fierce debate over privacy, convenience, and the future of your personal data.
UK Mandatory Digital ID Cards for Migrants Sparks Row
The UK government is set to introduce mandatory digital ID cards for all foreign nationals, a move hailed as a post-Brexit security measure but criticised as a 'poll tax on immigrants'.
Neuroscientist Uses AI to Communicate With Deceased Husband
A leading neuroscientist reveals how she used artificial intelligence to recreate her late husband's consciousness, enabling profound digital communication after death. This revolutionary technology blurs the line between life and the digital afterlife.
HMRC Ends Paper Tax Returns: Mandatory Digital Filing Now
HMRC is permanently ending paper self-assessment tax returns. This guide explains the mandatory shift to online filing, key deadlines, and how to avoid penalties in the new digital-only system.
Nobel winner: Tech platforms are "weapons of mass destruction"
Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Ressa delivers stark warning at the Global Tech Summit, stating unregulated technology platforms are systematically eroding democratic foundations worldwide.
Global Instagram outage leaves millions locked out
Meta's Instagram platform experienced a severe global outage, leaving millions of users unable to access their accounts, post content, or send messages in one of the platform's most significant technical failures this year.
HMRC's New Tax Rules for Vinted & eBay Sellers
UK online sellers on Vinted, eBay, and Etsy are being urgently warned about a major new HMRC tax rule change coming into force on January 1st, 2024. Here's what you need to know to stay compliant.
Bojack Creator Exposes Netflix's 'Long Story Short' Culture
The creator of BoJack Horseman, Raphael Bob-Waksberg, exposes Netflix's controversial 'long story short' pitch culture and its impact on creative storytelling in a revealing new interview.
Post-Video parent announces major layoffs in restructuring
A leading social media platform has announced sweeping job cuts as part of a strategic overhaul, raising concerns about the future of digital content moderation.
FBI warns of alarming rise in child sextortion cases
Authorities report a shocking rise in online sextortion cases involving children, with predators using social media and gaming platforms to exploit young victims.
HMRC’s Digital Tax Rules: What You Need to Know
New Making Tax Digital rules from HMRC will require businesses to keep digital records and submit VAT returns via software. Here’s how it affects you.
Far-right using games to radicalise teens
A shocking new report highlights how far-right groups are exploiting gaming platforms to target and radicalise young teenagers, raising urgent concerns among policymakers.
Luckin Coffee surpasses Starbucks as world's largest chain
China's Luckin Coffee has dethroned Starbucks as the world's largest coffee chain, marking a seismic shift in the global coffee market. Discover how aggressive expansion and digital innovation fueled this unprecedented rise.
UK Online Safety Law drives 5M daily age checks, VPN surge
The UK's new Online Safety Act has led to a surge in age verification checks and a dramatic rise in VPN usage as users seek to bypass restrictions.
YouTube overtakes traditional TV in UK viewing habits
A new study reveals that British audiences are spending more time watching YouTube on their TVs than traditional broadcast channels. Discover the shift in viewing habits and what it means for the future of entertainment.
Internet Privacy Myth: Women's Data Exploited by Tea App
A shocking revelation exposes how personal data shared by women on the Tea app was misused, highlighting the dangers of digital trust.
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