Broadband News: Telecoms & Technology

New legislation addresses issues obtaining fibre broadband in leasehold properties

There are challenges surrounding getting broadband in leasehold properties, which new legislation aims to address

What does the social media ban on under-16s mean for you?

A social media ban for children is looking inevitable in the UK, but what will it mean in practice?

How AI could help criminals to steal personal data

The latest AI models could be used to steal personal data on a global scale, but there are smaller risks as well.

In-flight connectivity is changing: here’s how

How the UK is leading the world in abolishing passwords

The UK is further towards abolishing passwords online than any other country – but why, and how?

Is the end nigh for social media?

Two landmark court verdicts in America have called into question the business model of today’s social media platforms

Are we moving into a post-Google search world?

Searching without Google might have seemed unthinkable a decade ago, but the internet is changing very quickly.

Has the UK lost trust in the internet?

Trust in the internet is declining, and it’s up to individuals to rebalance their use of online services

Broadband cable theft is on the rise in the UK

Broadband cable theft brings outages and disruption to affected communities.

Why are so many ISPs going out of business?

New data centres springing up around the UK

Why are data centres being built all over the country? And what is the cost?

What does the new Cyber Resilience Bill mean for consumers?

The new Cyber Resilience Bill aims to minimise cyberattacks – but what does it mean for you?

Is 2026 the year when cryptocurrencies fail?

After a tumultuous 2025, cryptocurrencies are looking uniquely vulnerable as 2026 dawns.

Twenty million homes now have Openreach full-fibre broadband

The UK broadband sector recently passed a significant milestone, with Openreach fibre broadband more widely available than ever before.

The ongoing repercussions of the Online Safety Act

The Online Safety Act is only a few months old, but it’s already disrupting the internet in unforeseen ways.

What happens if the AI bubble bursts?

How one-touch switching has transformed the way we change ISPs

It’s been a year since one-touch switching arrived in the UK – but how does it benefit you?

VPN location spoofing is on the rise… is it safe?

New regulations surrounding internet access in the UK are pushing users to ask, is location spoofing via VPN safe?

Will age verification laws really stop young people watching adult content online?

Age verification laws are here, but they bring considerable risks for questionable reward.

WiFi Street Hubs – coming soon to a high street near you

WiFi street hubs are the latest attempt at offering seamless data connectivity in our towns and cities.

OFCOM report highlights broadband customer service failings

We examine where broadband providers are failing on customer service, based on a review by the industry regulator.

Why you won’t be able to escape USB-C cables any longer

USB-C cables have finally won the battle for supremacy in a congested market. Here’s why it matters to consumers.

How 50 years of Microsoft has changed the world…

Half a century on from the company’s launch, Microsoft products continue to drive the world’s economy and consumer technology.

The best and worst ISPs of 2025 are crowned

A newly published list of the best and worst ISPs might help you decide which company to entrust your broadband connection to

The ADSL switch-off is coming… are you ready?

It's the end of ADSL broadband in the UK - what will it mean for people still trapped on sluggish internet connections?

Online age verification is coming – but how will it affect websites?

New age verification laws are looming, as the latest attempt to protect young audiences from adult-focused content.

UK broadband speeds versus the world – how are we performing?

UK broadband speeds may be improving, but so are the average upload and download speeds in other countries around the world

Is the cryptocurrency gold rush going to last?

With Bitcoin spiking in value and even Presidents launching their own currencies, the cryptocurrency gold rush is gathering pace

Can we still trust Google?

From data harvesting to monopoly concerns, the world’s leading search engine has never been so divisive – so can we still trust Google as a brand?

Broadband mid-contract price increases – what’s changed?

Mid-contract price increases haven’t been banned, but they are being more tightly regulated. Here’s what you need to know.

Will universal superfast broadband be here by 2030?

We’re only five years from the promise of universal superfast broadband, but how realistic is this pledge?

Is 2025 going to be a year of cyberattacks?

Cyberattacks became more prevalent than ever in 2024. We explain how to stay safe in 2025.

Broadband on tap? It’s already happening in Scotland…

Broadband on tap might sound far-fetched, but it’s literally happening after a successful trial on Orkney

Coming soon – a national database designed to make broadband more reliable

A national database of underground cables is promising to make broadband more reliable

Why are 5G masts so unpopular, and what are the alternatives?

5G masts are a literal and metaphorical lightning rod for complaints, but alternatives are emerging to support home broadband services.

What can – and can’t – you do with generative AI?

Generative AI promises to solve many problems, though it’s advisable to approach it with caution at this early stage.

When will 3D printers become the norm in every home?

Few of us own 3D printers, yet these remarkable machines can be incredibly useful around the home.

How does UK broadband compare to the rest of the world in 2024?

Global broadband speeds vary greatly, so how does the UK compare to other nations in terms of connectivity?

Should we mourn the end of the landline?

It’s the beginning of the end of the landline, but are consumers worse off without fixed-line telephone services?

Windows 12 is coming… here’s what we know so far.

It’s only a matter of time until Windows 12 launches, so what do we know about the next generation of Microsoft’s operating system?

Could high temperatures affect broadband reliability?

We explain how to ensure your router and devices keep their cool in a heatwave, maintaining broadband reliability

How dumbphones could reset our relationship with the internet

The internet was once a computer-only service. Thanks to dumbphones, it might be again.

Simple passwords are now outlawed in the UK

A new Act of Parliament means simple passwords are no longer acceptable on many domestic devices.

Scotland lags behind the rest of the UK for high-speed broadband

High-speed broadband in Scotland was supposed to be universal by now. Instead, it remains a postcode lottery.

UK broadband infrastructure vandalism attacks on the rise

Vandalism against our broadband infrastructure is on the rise – what's happening, and how will it affect you?

WiFi 7 is coming: what benefits will it bring?

WiFi 7 is officially on the way, bringing new range and performance to WiFi routers across the UK

Obsolete phone line exchanges could become EV charging points

Landline phone exchanges are becoming relics, just as a new cabling issue arises on our streets.

How much of the UK has full fibre broadband now?

Full fibre broadband coverage has improved in recent years, but we’re a long way from universal coverage.

Revealed: how hackers use compromised passwords

Compromised passwords are a popular target for hackers and scammers – and many of us are in the firing line.

‘Air Fibre’ broadband offers connectivity where others fail

Air fibre broadband masts offer an alternative internet delivery system that could be coming to a street near you.