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The strange new world of streaming service venues

Streaming service venues are the streaming age’s theme parks – but are they worth visiting?

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?

As consumers, should we be concerned about the looming prospect of an AI bubble bursting?

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

Streaming services set to kill terrestrial TV within a decade

As streaming services tighten their grip on the nation’s viewing habits, terrestrial TV seems more endangered than ever.

Are 60 per cent of UK broadband customers really out of contract?

A survey has claimed the majority of UK broadband customers are out of contract, despite the costs this incurs.

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?

Is shoppable TV the future, or a fad?

With traditional advertising in decline, shoppable TV looks compelling to advertisers – but will it interest consumers?

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

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.

What really happens to our electronic waste?

Electronic waste is generated in huge quantities each year, but we rarely consider what happens to it after we dispose of it.

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?

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

What’s behind the explosion in retro gaming?

Why are we increasingly using our high-speed broadband connections for 50-year-old retro gaming experiences?

Are you Very Hard to Reach? The UK Space Agency is here to help

The UK Government is attempting to resolve broadband issues affecting Very Hard to Reach households.

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

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

Social media algorithms can literally change your mind

Social media algorithms may be designed to reinforce existing beliefs, but they’re also rewiring our brains without us realising

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.