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Facebook-like video count feature being rolled out by Instagram

Alphabet's autonomous car project has advertised a series of job openings on its website, with emphasis on manufacturing.

California Congressman Ted Lieu's bill aims to stop state meddling with encrypted devices.

Films and web series of Lilly Singh, Rooster Teeth and PewDiePie, will be available for Red subscribers.

Facebook board member contended India suffered economically for opposing colonialism.

Former Beatle star has lent his voice and music to the newly created mojis, or short video clips based on GIF.

Gmail now adds visible icons to warn against insecure email communication.

Amazon also launched GameLift, which helps develop backends for multiplayer games.

James Clapper indicated that in future the US government may spy on its citizens using integrated smart-home devices.

Sky Q is available for purchase in Sky stores from 12 February.

UK's Intelligence and Security Committee pointed out that the bill fails as a spying tool.

The popular US fantasy sports firm will begin offering its skill-driven contests in the UK.

Go world champion Lee Sedol will take on DeepMind's AI in a match of the ancient Chinese board game.

Smartphone-supported new VR headset part of strategy to take on Facebook's Oculus.

BBC3 has partnered with Idris Elba's Green Door Pictures to showcase new talent.

Amazon's Echo has a new feature that lets users order a cab through voice command.

UK transport officials are attempting to lure Google to extend its driverless car trials to London.

Apple customers will soon be able to trade in their damaged older model iPhones for new ones

Under the plan, a $10 surcharge will be levied on per barrel of oil produced or consumed.

Facebook celebrated turning 12 by creating a 'Friends Day' video, which fell short in moving some of its users.

Gaming titan Ian Livingstone will open schools in London and Bournemouth.

Passengers would be take on a 1km ride on the secret London underground railway network.

John Giannandrea's appointment reflects Google's increasing focus on AI.

Google pulled the Adblock Fast app, days after it was launched by Samsung, citing policy breach issues.

Twitter expands new homepage to 23 countries.

Elon Musk's Hyperloop system envisions passenger or cargo pods travelling through airless tubes at incredible speeds.

Car manufacturer to rename its upcoming Zica hatchback after virus outbreak

Etailer blamed for closure of several bookstores recently opened one in its hometown, Seattle.

Microsoft ramps up its AI game in its acquisition deal with UK-based SwiftKey.

BT has said that services are back up for all its customers.