UK Biobank data hacked and listed for sale in China
UK Biobank data hacked and listed for sale in ChinaJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleJames KellyTechnology reporterGetty ImagesThe details of 500,000 members of the UK's health data project, UK Biobank, were offered for sale online in China, the government has confirmed.Technology minister Ian Murray said information of all members of the database was found listed for sale on the website Alibaba.Murray told MPs the charity which runs UK Biobank had told the government about the dat...
Vietnam, Russia discuss issues of international information security
At the consultations, the parties exchanged views on such issues as cooperation in the use of artificial intelligence technologies, capability development and training of Vietnamese specialists in information technology and information security
ICE may launch Smart Glasses; Why specific language used by DHS is worrying attornies
The Department of Homeland Security is developing smart glasses for immigration officers to conduct real-time biometric identification. Concerns have been raised by attorneys that this technology could extend beyond immigration enforcement, potentially impacting US citizens and protesters through broader surveillance.
Seagate Unveils New Storage For The AI-Drive Consumer Data Explosion
InnovationConsumer TechSeagate Unveils New Storage For The AI-Drive Consumer Data ExplosionByMark Sparrow,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs.Follow AuthorApr 23, 2026, 06:00am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.The new Seagate FireCuda X Vault is designed at gamers who want to store their...
Ping-pong robot Ace makes history by beating top-level human players
Science & TechnologySportsPing-pong robot Ace makes history by beating top-level human playersBy Reuters -Apr 23, 2026An autonomous robot ping-pong player dubbed Ace has achieved a milestone for AI and robotics in Tokyo by competing against and sometimes defeating top-level human players at table tennis, a feat that could presage an array of other applications for similarly adept robots. Ace, created by the Japanese company Sony’s AI research division, is the first robot to attain expert-le...
Pre-orders for newly launched HONOR 600 series begin
HONOR, a global AI device ecosystem company, unveiled the HONOR 600 Series including HONOR 600 and HONOR 600 Pro, at a special event in Dubai yesterday, bringing together media, partners, influencers, and technology enthusiasts for an immersive first look at its latest innovation.In his keynote, Debo Zhang, General Manager of HONOR GCC, said that HONOR has achieved a 53 per cent increase in GCC smartphone and tablets shipment year-on-year, reflecting its position as the fastest-growing tech bran...
Scapade Launches Pocket-Sized Bluetooth Transmitter For Air Travelers
InnovationConsumer TechScapade Launches Pocket-Sized Bluetooth Transmitter For Air TravelersByMark Sparrow,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs.Follow AuthorApr 23, 2026, 04:00am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.The AirPro from Scapade can plug in to an in-flight entertainment system and...
Tesla Supplier Yangzhou Nanopore Is Said to File for Hong Kong IPO
Chinese battery materials maker Yangzhou Nanopore Innovative Materials Technology Ltd. has filed confidentially for an initial public offering in Hong Kong that could raise at least $200 million, according people familiar with the matter.
Chinese scientists discover new transparent lunar mineral in 44-gram space rock
Science & TechnologyChinese scientists discover new transparent lunar mineral in 44-gram space rockBy Kumail Shah-Apr 23, 2026Chinese scientists from the China Geological Survey announced on Wednesday the historic discovery of the 11th lunar mineral, officially named Cerium-Magnesium Changesite. The newly identified extraterrestrial mineral is completely colorless, transparent, and highly brittle, with a glassy appearance and a noticeable fluorescence. Its microscopic grain size ranges from...
'I'm a scam expert - even I fell for this simple trick that's targeting every Brit'
'I'm a scam expert - even I fell for this simple trick that's targeting every Brit'Even experts get caught - investigative journalist Kaf Okpattah shares how a single click lost him his account, and why every Brit is now a target for the new generation of cyber scammers.TechnologyAimée Walsh Columnist and U35 Deputy Editor08:00, 23 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesKat Okpattah spoke to The Mirror about the prevalence of scams plaguing BritsMost people in the UK will have, at one point or...
China’s Xpeng expects to start delivering ‘flying’ cars in 2027
Must ReadScience & TechnologyChina's Xpeng expects to start delivering 'flying' cars in 2027By Reuters -Apr 23, 2026BEIJING: Chinese electric vehicle maker Xpeng expects to start large-scale production of its “flying” cars next year and of its humanoid robots in the fourth quarter of 2026, President Brian Gu told Reuters on Thursday. Gu also said there is “tremendous potential” to increase cooperation with German automaker Volkswagen which last month began mass production of...
Nokia beats first-quarter estimates as AI boom lifts sales again
Must ReadScience & TechnologyNokia beats first-quarter estimates as AI boom lifts sales againBy Reuters -Apr 23, 2026Nokia posted a bigger than expected rise in its quarterly comparable operating profit on Thursday, as the Finnish telecom gear maker continued to see high demand from artificial intelligence and cloud customers, booking orders worth 1 billion euros ($1.2 billion). Comparable operating profit jumped 54% to 281 million euros in the first quarter of 2026. That was above th...
GTA Online final 420 event launches ahead of upcoming sequel release
Must ReadScience & TechnologyGTA Online final 420 event launches ahead of upcoming sequel releaseBy Kumail Shah-Apr 23, 2026Grand Theft Auto (GTA) Online has enjoyed an incredibly successful run over the past decade, delivering countless hours of memorable multiplayer experiences and generating billions of dollars in revenue for developer Rockstar Games. This monumental financial success has directly funded the highly anticipated sequel, which is now officially less than seven months away f...
How long will it take for US to clear Strait of Hormuz mines positioned by Iran?
Iran's alleged mining of the Strait of Hormuz could delay its reopening for up to six months, according to Pentagon reports to Congress. This sophisticated deployment, using GPS technology, is making detection difficult for US forces. The standoff has already impacted global oil prices, with Brent crude exceeding $100 per barrel. US officials vow to counter this threat.
Xiaomi smart stove automatically extinguishes flames to prevent kitchen fires
Must ReadScience & TechnologyXiaomi smart stove automatically extinguishes flames to prevent kitchen firesBy Kumail Shah-Apr 23, 2026Safety in modern home kitchens has received a massive technological boost with the official launch of the Xiaomi Mijia Timer Gas Stove 3 Pro. The highly anticipated brand-new Xiaomi smart stove hits the consumer market with the unprecedented ability to cut off the gas supply and extinguish the flames automatically if it detects that food is burning or a pot ha...
Anthropic seeks to debunk Pentagon's claims about its control over AI technology in military systems
WASHINGTON: Anthropic on Wednesday told an appeals court that it can't manipulate its artificial intelligence tool Claude once it is deployed in classified Pentagon military networks — an assertion aimed at debunking the Trump administration's attempt to brand the rapidly growing technology company as a "supply chain risk". The statement made as part of 96-page filing with the US Court of Appeals in Washington D.C. provided a glimpse at the arguments that Anthropic's lawyers intend to make as pa...
Morrisons, Asda and Co-op to roll out new label technology which could lead to 'price hikes'
UK supermarkets including Morrisons, Co-op and Asda are rolling out electronic shelf labels (ESLs) that could enable real-time price changes, raising concerns over instant price hikes and the cost of living
Consumers Warm Up To AI, Will Trust Follow?
InnovationEnterprise TechConsumers Warm Up To AI, Will Trust Follow?ByJoe McKendrick,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Joe McKendrick covers how technology moves markets and careersFollow AuthorApr 22, 2026, 10:04pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Can AI handle it?gettyMake way for unattended, autonomous systems, right? Actually they have been with us f...
Starbucks layoffs hit company's technology teams; company sends memo to staff
Starbucks is reportedly cutting jobs within its technology teams as part of a significant restructuring. This move aims to sharpen focus and reallocate resources effectively under new CEO Brian Niccol's turnaround plan. These layoffs follow previous workforce reductions and store closures, signaling a broader effort to streamline operations and address financial pressures.
Dad accused of shoplifting from IKEA after 'stupid machine' wrongly identifies him
Dad accused of shoplifting from IKEA after 'stupid machine' wrongly identifies himPolice arrested the 59-year-old Colin McMahon on Harlesden High Street in London after he was wrongly identified as a shoplifter by facial recognition technologyNewsJamie Saunderson and Paige Ingram01:46, 23 Apr 2026View 4 ImagesColin Mcmahon was wrongly accused(Image: Colin Mcmahon / SWNS)A dad was accused of stealing items from IKEA after being wrongly identified by facial recognition technology.Colin...