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WhatsApp says it has resolved technical problem https://ift.tt/OYxSdD3 Thousands of users reported problems on Friday, but the Meta-owned company says the issue is now resolved.

Skype announces it will close in May https://ift.tt/Yk3rLae The internet chat and phone service, which is owned by Microsoft, made the announcement on X.

Lloyds, Halifax and TSB banking apps down, thousands report https://ift.tt/S43mKPz Technical issues are affecting UK banking app users on payday for the second-month running in 2025.

Amazon joins quantum race with 'cat qubit' powered chip https://ift.tt/pzHtkLl The prototype chip it dubs Ocelot follows similar announcements by Microsoft and Google

What an AI-generated video of Gaza reveals about Trump tactics https://ift.tt/0W1DxUN US President Donald Trump sparked a social media frenzy when he posted a video of Gaza generated by artificial intelligence on his site Truth Social. Marianna Spring has been analysing the online tactics of Trump and his team.

US intelligence head 'not told' about UK's secret Apple data demand https://ift.tt/UfQuXoW Tulsi Gabbard said she was seeking further information from the FBI and other US agencies.

Alexa relaunched with ambition to be 'your best digital friend' https://ift.tt/BkVNALI It is available from March and included in a Prime subscription - or $19.99 to non-members.