Top tech headlines from BBC Technology, TechRadar and Ars Technica in the last 24 hours.
BBC Technology
- TikTok scales back AI-generated video descriptions after absurd errors
While only rolled out to some users, the feature's bizarre AI-generated descriptions were shared widely.Fri, 08 May 2026 09:20:40 GMT
- Instagram privacy tech is turned off today - what does this mean for your DMs?
The platform said it would remove end-to-end encrypted messages, a major U‑turn by parent company Meta.Fri, 08 May 2026 01:31:55 GMT
- How sunburn inspired a new way to store energy
Molecules that can capture heat could be a useful technology to decarbonise heating.Thu, 07 May 2026 23:03:04 GMT
- Meta brings High Court challenge over Ofcom fees
Meta said Ofcom's calculations were "disproportionate"; the regulator said it would defend its position.Thu, 07 May 2026 16:30:55 GMT
TechRadar Tech
- ‘Google is not collaborative and not in the spirit of complying with this regulation’ – can the EU Commission strong-arm Google into levelling the playing field of the search engine market, and is this really in the interest of your privacy?
With the Digital Market Act (DMA), the EU made its intention to end Google's market dominance clear. While some are already cheering the push for our Search data to be shared with hopefully better alternative services, others fear this could create m…Fri, 08 May 2026 11:12:46 +0000
- How to watch Giro d'Italia 2026 — it's *FREE*
Here's how you can watch every stage of the 2026 Giro d'Italia for free as Jonas Vingegaard looks to win the only Grand Tour yet on his resume.Fri, 08 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000
- Static network baselines won't survive agentic AI
As AI systems act with greater autonomy, continuous learning and context become essential.Fri, 08 May 2026 10:52:15 +0000
- Nintendo announces price increase for Switch 2 handheld — but you still have time to beat it
Rumors have long suggested that Nintendo would ultimately increase the Switch 2 price, and unfortunately, that day has indeed arrived.Fri, 08 May 2026 10:51:04 +0000
- Google TV is getting the exact home screen update you don’t want: more clutter — vertical social videos from YouTube will be piped right to your eyes along with the TV and movie recommendations
Because there's nothing better than Tik-Tok-style vertical video on a widescreen landscape TV…Fri, 08 May 2026 10:50:51 +0000
- Customer Education: Tech’s missing growth engine
Proactive customer education is often overlooked, but is key to growing customer loyalty and retention.Fri, 08 May 2026 10:32:43 +0000
- Google is turning Gemini into a 24/7 AI agent that plans your life for you
Google is pushing Gemini to become an AI agent for organizing livesFri, 08 May 2026 10:31:05 +0000
- AI: The difference between augmenting and transforming your business
Is your company's current AI approach a strategic advantage or a chaotic, unmanaged liability?Fri, 08 May 2026 10:22:16 +0000
- 'Taylor Sheridan's got his hands all over this show': Dutton Ranch stars on 'ups and downs' of filming Yellowstone spinoff as showrunner Chad Feehan exits show weeks before Paramount+ release date
Dutton Ranch hasn't even aired yet, but showrunner Chad Feehan has exited from the show. Thankfully, its lead stars have confirmed that Taylor Sheridan has still been heavily involved.Fri, 08 May 2026 10:14:29 +0000
- Amazon Ads lets advertisers use your LinkedIn data to send taregetd ads on TVs and streaming platforms
Precise LinkedIn targeting via job title, industry and more is coming to B2B marketers within Amazon DSP.Fri, 08 May 2026 10:10:07 +0000
- This Keeper deal will save you 50% off Personal and Family plans and 30% off Business Starter plans
Now is the best time to pick of a discount on Keeper's Personal, Family, and Business Starter plans.Fri, 08 May 2026 10:06:58 +0000
- Before you buy that MacBook Neo — consider you might be able to get a super-cheap MacBook Air instead
The Neo is fantastic, but consider this particular MacBook Air deal at Best Buy before you commit to the cheaper model.Fri, 08 May 2026 10:05:21 +0000
- The Batman Part II director reveals first behind-the-scenes look at the long-awaited DC comic book movie — and fans are convinced it teases who its main villain is
DC fans turn detective as The Batman Part II's first image renews hopes over a specific villain's appearance.Fri, 08 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000
- How much is your digital identity worth? NordVPN's new tool reveals the true price of identity theft
NordVPN has launched a calculator that helps you work out how much your digital footprint costs on the dark webFri, 08 May 2026 09:55:27 +0000
- 'The climate costs are insane': Why Chrome users are outraged over a forced 4GB Gemini AI update that may affect billions worldwide without their consent — and it even redownloads automatically when deleted
Google Chrome quietly downloaded a 4GB Gemini AI model onto devices, triggering backlash over consent, bandwidth, and environmental costs.Fri, 08 May 2026 09:49:46 +0000
- Balancing control and innovation for mission-critical communications
When faced with major outages or systemic failures, enterprises become dependent on external providers to restore essential services – or to keep them up and running in the first place.Fri, 08 May 2026 09:48:25 +0000
- Own a Google Pixel phone? Android 17 might finally let you remove the home screen search bar
Google might soon let you more freely customize your Pixel's home screen, and there's also a bug-fixing update being rolled out.Fri, 08 May 2026 09:43:10 +0000
- '2026 is the year CEOs must rewire the C-suite': IBM study reveals what successful leaders are actually doing with AI work in their businesses
To succeed in an AI-first world, companies need to install AI-first leaders and middle managers before upskilling workers.Fri, 08 May 2026 09:25:54 +0000
- AI-driven cyber warfare reshapes global defense readiness
The Iran conflict is exposing how AI is transforming cyber warfare, and testing global defenses in real time.Fri, 08 May 2026 09:15:28 +0000
- The Fujifilm X-T5 is still my favorite APS-C camera years later, and that means the rumored X-T6 has a touch act to follow — here are 5 upgrades that would make it a worthy successor
How do you improve on a best-in-class camera? The rumored Fujifilm X-T6 has a tough act to follow, but with a new processor, sensor, improved autofocus and more, it could be a masterpieceFri, 08 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000
Ars Technica Technology
- Everyone’s a loser in Strait of Hormuz game that simulates global crisis
The game asks players to find the least worst options for a shipping chokepoint.Fri, 08 May 2026 11:15:42 +0000
- Rocket Report: Alpha Block 2 coming this summer; Falcon sets booster landing mark
"The deciding factor was what we felt like was the team’s impact to humanity."Fri, 08 May 2026 11:00:55 +0000
- DHS can’t create vast DNA database to track ICE critics, lawsuit says
Lawsuit accuses DHS of plugging DNA database into ICE surveillance machine.Thu, 07 May 2026 21:35:01 +0000
- Mozilla says 271 vulnerabilities found by Mythos have "almost no false positives"
The developer of Firefox says it has "completely bought in" on AI-assisted bug discovery.Thu, 07 May 2026 19:18:16 +0000
- Google unveils screenless Fitbit Air and Google Health app to replace Fitbit
The $100 Fitbit Air is available for preorder today.Thu, 07 May 2026 14:00:50 +0000
- RIP social media. What comes next is messy.
As social media splinters, how can we keep the new online spaces from devolving into toxic pits of despair?Thu, 07 May 2026 13:51:50 +0000
- Elon Musk tried to hire OpenAI founders to start AI unit inside Tesla
Musk was “prepared to do the for-profit, provided he would get control.”Thu, 07 May 2026 13:14:01 +0000
- Is your Porsche Taycan too slow at the Nürburgring? You need this Manthey Kit.
Nordschleife-specialist Manthey has developed an upgrade package for the Porsche EV.Thu, 07 May 2026 12:00:01 +0000
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