Windows 10: NSA reveals major flaw in Microsoft’s code
The US National Security Agency (NSA) has discovered a major flaw in Windows 10 that could have been used by hackers to create malicious software that looked legitimate.
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Robot era nears as machine conducts 100,000 experiments a year
The dream of robot researchers is edging closer with automated laboratory producing five years of experiments in just two weeks, experts claim
AI cameras to catch texting Australian drivers
Artificial intelligence (AI) cameras capable of detecting drivers who are using their mobiles illegally have been activated in Australia.
Google offers $1.5m ‘prize’ for spotting Pixel phone bugs
Google is raising its "reward" for uncovering security flaws in some of its Android smartphones from $200,000 to a maximum of $1.5m.
DJI makes app to identify drones and find pilots
Drone maker DJI has demonstrated a way to quickly identify a nearby drone, and pinpoint the location of its pilot, via a smartphone.
Apple unveils 16in MacBook Pro – with updated keyboard
Apple has unveiled the latest version of its 16in MacBook Pro laptop computer - and it features a newly designed keyboard.
Brain implants used to fight drug addiction in US
Patients with severe opioid addiction are being given brain implants to help reduce their cravings, in the first trial of its kind in the US.
Police to use facial recognition drones to help find the missing
Police Scotland has unveiled a new aerial drone system to help in searches for missing and vulnerable people.
Amazon Echo and Google Home owners spied on by apps
Amazon Echo and Google Home speakers have been compromised by apps modified to spy on users after being approved by the technology companies.
Robot hand solves Rubik’s cube, but not the grand challenge
A remarkable robot, capable of solving a Rubik’s cube single-handedly, has demonstrated just how far robotics has advanced - but at the same time, experts say, how far we still have to go.
