Alistair Charlton

Senior Technology Reporter

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A Yorkshireman in London, Alistair is Deputy Technology Editor. He focuses on consumer technology and motoring. He has worked at IBTimes UK since September 2011 and regularly writes product reviews and features, as well as news and opinion pieces. Alistair holds a degree in Journalism & English Language from Kingston University London.

LinkedIn Criticised for Lowering Minimum Age to 13

LinkedIn will allow 13-year-old children to create accounts but change attracts concerns.

Jay Blahnik, developer of FeulBand, joins Apple iWatch Project

Apple Hires Nike Fitness Guru as iWatch Rumours Mount

Apple has hired Jay Blehnik, the fitness instructor behind the Nike FuelBand, to work on iWatch wearable tech project.

Data-Stealing iPhone Malware Can be Smuggled Through App Store

So-called Jekyll apps of malicious software dodge Apple's App Store approval process.

Glenn Greenwald and partner David Miranda

Glenn Greenwald Vows to Publish UK Spy Secrets Following Partner's Airport Detention [VIDEO]

Snowden journalist Glenn Greenwald warns UK 'will be sorry' for partner's nine-hour detention at Heathrow airport.

Bitcoin Recognised by Germany as a 'Private Money'

The German government has ruled that Bitcoins are "private money" and users should pay sales and capital gains tax.

Mark Zuckerberg's Facebook Wall Hacked to Highlight Security Bug

Security researcher Khalil Shreateh posted on Mark Zuckerberg's Facebook wall to prove a bug he had found.

Google Claims to be Exempt From UK Privacy Law

Google attempts to avoid legal action by claiming UK privacy laws do not apply to its consumer services.

Ubuntu Edge Breaks Crowdfunding Record But Success Remains Unlikely

Ubuntu Edge raises $10.4 million in just 26 days through crowdfunding campaign but is still unlikely to succeed.

Microsoft Baffled as Google Once Again Blocks YouTube App on Windows Phone

Google objections to Windows Phone YouTube app are 'nothing but excuses' claims Microsoft general counsel.

Inside Tech City: Huddle [VIDEO]

In the episode one of Inside Tech City, Alistair Charlton visits Huddle to speak to founder and CEO Alastair Mitchell.

Facebook Targets PayPal With Mobile Payments Tool

Facebook is testing a payments tool to help streamline shopping through mobile apps for its users.

NSA 'Accidentally' Spied On Thousands of US Citizens Top Secret Report Reveals

An NSA audit leaked by Edward Snowden shows human error led to illegal interception of phone calls and emails of US citizens.

IFA 2013 Preview: What to Expect

IFA 2013 kicks off in Berlin on 4 September with press conferences from Samsung and Sony; here's what to expect.

Jason Holtman, former Steam boss joins Microsoft

Microsoft Hires Former Steam Boss Jason Holtman to Improve Windows Gaming

Microsoft to invest in Windows gaming with hiring of former Valve business director Jason Holtman

Microsoft and Sony Struggle With Demand for Xbox One and PlayStation 4

Microsoft delays Xbox One launch to 2014 in eight European countries, while UK PS4 pre-orders start to sell out.

US Senate Committee Launches Bitcoin investigation

US Senate Takes First Step Toward Potential Bitcoin Regulation

A US Senate Committee has written to the Department of Justice and others about risks associated with Bitcoin.

Don't Dismiss Wacky Hyperloop says Transport Expert

Transport Expert Insists 'Don't Dismiss Wacky Hyperloop'

Phil Blythe, professor of Intelligent Transport Systems insists we should not rush to dismiss wacky Hyperloop.

One Third of Britons Use Facebook Every Day

Facebook's first UK-specific usage figures reveal 24 million daily visitors - 83% through mobile devices.

Global Smartphone Sales Overtake Feature Phones for First Time

Gartner research claims global smartphone sales for the second quarter overtook feature phones for the first time.

Apple Share Jump 5% as Investor Carl Icahn says Stock Undervalued

Apple Shares 'Undervalued' says Activist Investor Carl Icahn

Activist investor Carl Icahn recently spoke with Apple CEO Tim Cook about potentially increasing share buyback plans.

Apple Extends iPhone Charger Replacement Scheme to UK After Electrocution Risk Exposed

Apple has pledged to replace all unofficial iPhone and iPad chargers with real ones for just £8.

Elon Musk Will 'Probably' Build Working Hyperloop Prototype

Paypal and Tesla founder Elon Musk warms to idea of building working Hyperloop prototype.

Google Glass Update Brings Dedicated Video Player

The latest monthly update for Google Glass introduces new notifications, voice commands and a dedicated video player.

Hyperloop Revealed: How Elon Musk Plans to Revolutionise the Railway [VIDEO]

Elon Musk reveals his plans for Hyperloop, the 600mph train running between San Francisco and LA every 30 seconds.

Firefox Phone from ZTE Will be Sold on eBay UK for £60

The ZTE Open Firefox phone will soon be sold worldwide through a £60 Buy-It-Now page on eBay.

HTC Gambles on Robert Downey Jr Ad Campaign to Reverse Financial Losses

HTC adverts across TV, cinema, print and online featuring Iron Man actor Robert Downey Jr to start 15 August.

Bitcoin Companies Subpoenaed by New York Banking Regulator

Around two dozen Bitcoin companies have received subpoenas asking for information on how the virtual currency works.

Privacy International Challenges Telecom Giants over GCHQ Tempora Surveillance

Privacy watchdog's lawyers demand answers from BT, Vodafone and telecom majors on spy claims.

Secure Email Service Linked to Edward Snowden Abruptly Shut Down

Lavabit was apparently used by Edward Snowden and its closure was soon followed by similar service Silent Mail.

BlackBerry Considers Going Private as Turnaround Plans Continue to Fail

BlackBerry is considering becoming a private company as turnaround efforts have failed to win back customers.