Tech
End of scam calls? UK telco’s agree to auto-block
Complaints from UK citizens being harassed with scam calls have been heard by the country’s telco giants
Britain’s major telecommunication company’s have agreed to automatically block almost all internet calls coming from abroad if they pretend to be from UK numbers, Ofcom has confirmed.
Scammers have been using internet-based calling technology to make it look like a phone call or text is coming from a real telephone number within Britain, rather than opting for a “No Caller ID”
Almost 45 million consumers were targeted by scam calls this summer.
Ofcom said it expected the measures to be introduced at pace as a “priority”.
Currently, just one telco, TalkTalk, has implemented the new plans
Other phone networks such as Vodafone are still exploring methods of making it work.
“We’ve been working with telecoms companies to implement technical solutions, including blocking at source, suspicious international calls that are masked by a UK number,”
said Lindsey Fussell, Ofcom’s networks and communications group director.
“We expect these measures to be introduced as a priority, and at pace, to ensure customers are better protected.”
She added tackling the phone scams issue was a “complex problem” that required a coordinated effort from the police, government, other regulators and industry.
The move follows months of discussions between Ofcom and the UK telecoms industry.
Tech
Zuckerberg testifies on social media addiction and child safety
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testifies in LA trial over claims that platforms are addictive and harmful to children.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testifies in LA trial over claims that platforms are addictive and harmful to children.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, is testifying at a landmark social media trial in Los Angeles, marking a pivotal moment in the debate over online child safety. Lawyers for the plaintiffs argue that Meta intentionally designed its platforms to be addictive, putting young users at risk.
This is the first time Zuckerberg has addressed concerns about child safety directly before a jury, with KGM’s case acting as one of around 20 test trials aimed at gauging how jurors respond to claims that social media companies knowingly fuel harmful engagement.
The outcome could set the tone for future litigation against tech giants and reshape how platforms are designed, regulated and held accountable.
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Apple unveils AI-powered wearables set to revolutionise tech by 2027
Apple unveils innovative AI-powered wearables, including smart glasses, a pendant, and camera-equipped AirPods, set to reshape ambient computing.
Apple unveils innovative AI-powered wearables, including smart glasses, a pendant, and camera-equipped AirPods, set to reshape ambient computing.
Apple is making a bold move into AI-powered wearables, developing three innovative devices designed to bring ambient computing to everyday life. From smart glasses to a futuristic pendant and camera-equipped AirPods, the tech giant is integrating these devices with an upgraded version of Siri to enhance user experience.
The smart glasses, slated for a 2027 launch, will feature dual cameras and rely heavily on voice interactions, aiming to compete directly with Meta’s leading smart glasses in the market. Meanwhile, the AI pendant is still in early development but promises to be a companion device for iPhone users.
Camera-equipped AirPods could arrive as early as this year, capturing environmental data to feed Apple’s growing AI ecosystem. With Meta’s smart glasses already dominating sales, Apple’s entry signals a fierce battle in wearable AI technology.
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Apple adds video podcasts with watch and listen features
Apple launches new video podcast experience with adaptive playback, dynamic ads, and free for creators.
Apple launches new video podcast experience with adaptive playback, dynamic ads, and free for creators.
Apple is stepping up its podcast game with a new integrated video experience launching this spring. The update will allow users to seamlessly switch between watching and listening, complete with picture-in-picture mode for uninterrupted multitasking.
The update also supports HLS for adaptive video playback and dynamic ad insertion, giving advertisers more flexibility while keeping distribution free for creators. This positions Apple Podcasts to better compete with Spotify, YouTube, and Netflix in the growing video podcast market.
As video podcasts gain traction worldwide, Apple aims to capture viewers who want a more interactive experience without paying creators fees, while ad networks benefit from expanded opportunities.
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