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Smart assistant devices are on the increase — but why do they have female voices?
Technology: Young businesses cannot presume compliance is just for big companies
What makes a worthwhile advance?
No-charge platforms are great for business and personal use, until they go wrong, change or disappear
A look at the fundraising potential, the pitfalls — and the Exploding Kittens
From cat litter trays to cars and dolls, some unlikely items are online and raising security concerns
Technology is not toxic but some of the ill-advised ways we use it are
Consumers love it when devices are compatible, but they rarely are
Social media platforms must promote respect for copyright
Connected domestic devices point to a revolution in data exchange
Internet companies are pushing the boundaries of the possible
What a would-be Facebook rival tells small fry about taking on big fish
Operating system is open-source, meaning anyone can change it, add to it and take bits away
People must be careful about how far they allow apps to tap into their lives
Why first-wave wearable gadgets are a bad fit
Some online giants are poor at turning digital heft into cash
New versions of Apple and Microsoft’s software have failed to delight
‘Free’ online services come at a price – and we must decide if it is worth paying
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