Tech

Asphalt Helps Batteries Charge More Quickly

Batteries that charge to full power in five minutes could be the outcome of US research that uses asphalt. Read more

No More Privacy?

Four experts examine the issue of information security in an online world. Read more

Out Of Control

Carmakers are increasingly sending vehicle software updates wirelessly, but how risky is this? Read more

Rate Cuts Considered To Boost Mobile Network Coverage

Phone companies could have business rates reduced to encourage them to improve their networks. Read more

Russian Soldiers Face Ban On Selfies And Blog Posts

The security crackdown follows revealing posts from soldiers in Ukraine and Syria. Read more

Teens 'rebelling Against Social Media', Say Headteachers

Two-thirds of young people would not mind if social media had never been invented, survey suggests. Read more

Instagram Polls Expose Voters' 'embarrassing' Choices

The photo app has been criticised after adding a feature that reveals how people voted in polls. Read more

Drink-drive Rules 'need Updating For Autonomous Car Era'

Australia mulls changes in the law to exempt autonomous vehicle passengers from drink-drive laws. Read more

Google Pixel 2 Phones Take Portrait-mode Selfies

They take portrait-mode photos with both front and rear cameras and summon Assistant with a squeeze. Read more

Net Neutrality Debate 'controlled By Bots'

A data analytics company says 80% of comments submitted to Federal Communications Commission came from bots. Read more

Snapchat Exhibits Virtual Jeff Koons Sculptures

The app beats Facebook to displaying famous artists' work via virtual reality. Read more

Amazon And Apple Caught In Latest EU Tax Crackdown

EU tells Amazon to repay €250m as it also launches legal action against Ireland over Apple taxes. Read more

Samsung Odyssey Virtual Reality Headset Announced For Windows

The headset is being pitched as a premium option to experience the Mixed Reality platform. Read more

Instagram Baby Photo Thief Banned From Social Media

Kati Ringer, 21, claimed other people's babies were sick or dead in an attempt to get money. Read more

US Couple Stole Goods Worth $1.2m From Amazon

A couple in Indiana have admitted stealing goods valued at $1.2m by claiming products were damaged in the post. Read more