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AI squirrel spotter deployed to protect endangered red squirrels | Science, Climate & Tech News
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AI is now being tested to protect the UK’s endangered red squirrel population. The Squirrel Agent AI, which is being tested around the UK, detects different types of squirrels using their chins, ears and tails, according to Emma Mcclenaghan, chief executive of Genysys Engine, who built the programme. It can tell squirrels apart with 97%…
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Cocoa or green tea may protect against negative impact of fatty foods when stressed, say researchers | Science, Climate & Tech News
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A cup of cocoa or green tea could protect you from the negative impacts of fatty comfort foods during times of stress, research suggests. Small changes in food choices “could make a real difference” to the body and positively influence the impact of tension on heart health, experts added. A cup of minimally processed cocoa or green…
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British volunteers sought for trial of vaccine to protect against norovirus | UK News
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Volunteers are being sought to help trial a new vaccine against norovirus, or the winter vomiting bug, after initial results showed the jab created a “strong immune response”. The illness is the most common infectious cause of vomiting and diarrhoea and spreads easily through contact with contaminated surfaces or someone else who has it. Every…
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Pembrokeshire army barracks to house deep space radar to help protect the UK | UK News
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An army barracks in Pembrokeshire is set to be redeveloped as the home of a deep space radar programme, the Ministry of Defence has announced. The government says the space monitoring initiative would secure long-term jobs at Cawdor Barracks. Objects in deep space – up to around 36,000km away from Earth – will be detected,…
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AI and smart technology: Simple tips from experts to protect your privacy | Science & Tech News
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Artificial intelligence (AI) is appearing in every part of our lives, from voice assistants in our speakers to smart washing machines. This week, Apple announced a new slew of AI features in its phones which Elon Musk said could become an “unacceptable security violation”. Last month, Microsoft sparked security concerns when it announced a feature…
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TikTok chief executive appeals directly to users to ‘protect their constitutional rights’ and oppose potential US ban | Science & Tech News
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TikTok’s chief executive has appealed to US users directly to stop a bill that could see the social media app banned in America. Shou zi Chew appealed to the public via – what else – a video posted on the app. “Keep sharing your stories, share them with your friends, share them with your family,…
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Pornography websites may have to use photo ID and credit card checks to protect children | UK News
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Websites showing pornographic content may have to use credit card checks and photo ID matching to confirm users are over 18, as part of the Online Safety Act. Regulator Ofcom has published draft guidance for platforms on how to protect children from pornography to ensure firms comply with the new internet laws. The recommendations include…
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New rules unveiled to protect young children on social media | UK News
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New rules have been unveiled to protect children online, which include limiting direct messages and removing them from suggested friend lists. They form part of Ofcom’s first draft codes of practice under the Online Safety Act, which was signed into law a week ago. It focuses on illegal material online such as grooming content, fraud…
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TikTok may face £27m fine for ‘failing to protect children’s privacy’ | Science & Tech News
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TikTok may face a £27m fine for a possible breach of UK data protection law by failing to protect children’s privacy on the platform. The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) issued the popular video platform with a provisional notice of intent, signalling the warning before a potential fine. Between 2018 and 2020, it says TikTok may…
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What is the new serious Apple vulnerability and how do you protect yourself from it? | Science & Tech News
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Apple has announced the discovery of a serious security vulnerability for iPhones, iPads and Macs which could potentially allow attackers to take complete control of a victim’s devices. The announcement came as Apple released a security update that would prevent the attack from taking place. To install this security update, you can go to the…