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EE to launch phone plans which restrict internet for teens

UK mobile network operators are already required to ensure only adults can access adult content while using their network.

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Google launches new AI search feature in UK

The new tool marks a significant change for the search giant but raises questions for advertisers.

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Google failed to warn 10 million of Turkey earthquake severity

The tech giant said only 469 serious warnings were sent out ahead of the 7.8 magnitude quake.

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VPNs top download charts as age verification law kicks in

Experts say free versions of such apps or services may carry potential security and privacy risks.

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VPNs top App Store charts as Online Safety Act age checks kick in

Experts say free versions of such apps or services may carry potential security and privacy risks.

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Google failed to warn 10 million of Turkey earthquake

The tech giant said only 469 serious warnings were sent out ahead of the 7.8 magnitude quake.

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Hackers steal images from women’s dating safety app that vets men

Thousands of women registered with Tea have had their images illegally accessed, the US firm says.

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Around 6,000 websites to start checking ages in UK, Ofcom says

Despite the law some remain sceptical about the effectiveness of porn age checks.

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Thousands unable to make calls as EE and BT networks down

One of the largest networks in the UK confirms it is “addressing an issue” with its services.

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As porn sites apply new age checks, will users hand over personal ID?

All websites hosting pornography will have to check the age of their users from Friday.

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