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DNA testing firm 23andMe fined £2.3m by UK regulator for 2023 data hack

Information stolen from US company included details of 150,000 British residents including family trees The…

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Meta sacrifices a heap of money at the altar of AI

The magnitude of Meta’s investment in Scale may seem like command of the AI race,…

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Makers of air fryers and smart speakers told to respect users’ right to privacy

Information Commissioner’s Office takes action as people report feeling powerless over data gathering at home…

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Makers of air fryers and smart speakers told to respect users’ right to privacy

Information Commissioner’s Office takes action as people report feeling powerless over data gathering at home…

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Keep burglars out: six ways to protect your home when you’re away

If it’s a long holiday, or just for an evening, make sure everything inside and…

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23andMe’s founder wins bid to regain control of bankrupt DNA testing firm

Anne Wojcicki made $305m bid for firm, which has lost customers since declaring bankruptcy, with…

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UK petrol prices poised to rise as Israel-Iran conflict pushes up cost of oil

Oil prise increase likely to add 5p to petrol and diesel prices over the ‘next…

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UK house prices fall in toughest sellers’ market in 10 years

Rightmove says prices dropping as more properties are available and after stamp duty increases in…

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Sales of illegal and dangerous ebikes must be stopped, say MPs and peers

All-party group concerned about hazards caused by bikes, with focus on use by delivery drivers…

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Government’s welfare plans must be pushed through, Starmer says

PM voices determination to press ahead with bill despite threat of Labour revolt over disability…

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