Epic Games has announced that it is sending all Fortnite proceeds from 20 March to 3 April to humanitarian aid for the people of Ukraine. The company said that Xbox is also committing their net proceeds for the game during this time.
European lawmakers have given the green-light for new EU rules that will limit the market power of large online platforms like Apple, Microsoft, and Amazon.
Meta and NatWest have formed a new partnership that will offer "financial readiness training" and other support to female entrepreneurs. The training is part of Meta’s #SheMeansBusiness initiative, which provides digital skills training and opportunities to expand business connections and networks.
Multinational tech business Lenovo has announced the expansion of its UK and Ireland digital equity programme. Lenovo said it is working with local authorities, education experts, and charitable organisations to make sure “technology, time and money” reach those most in need.
Nvidia is introducing new features designed to make it easier for gaming developers to share assets, sort asset libraries, collaborate, and roll-out AI to animate characters’ facial expressions.
The Scottish Association for Mental Health (SAMH) has announced that it has been a victim to a “sophisticated and criminal” cybersecurity attack. The organisation said that it is difficult to understand why perpetrators would want to disrupt work relied on by vulnerable people.
The government is facing a three-day hearing at the London High Court after being accused of using “disappearing messaging apps” like WhatsApp to conduct business.
Getty Images has launched what it describes as an “industry-first” model release form designed to support data privacy in AI and machine learning. The form aims to address recent lawsuits around the use of biometric information without explicit consent of people featured in visual imagery.
BlackBerry has announced it is partnering with Samsung on critical event management. The company will use rugged Samsung Galaxy devices for its solution, which is designed for first responders and front-line workers.
While 70 per cent of technology companies plan to increase UK investment, they are being hindered by "significant R&D challenges" and the digital skills gap, according to research from techUK.
Currys has pledged to tackle e-waste with a new initiative. 'Long Live Your Tech' aims to educate and help consumers make more informed choices when buying and disposing technology.