Tech

HMRC Apologises as State Pension Forecast Tool Error Impacts 800,000 Workers London, 13 February 2026 – HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has issued a formal apology after a significant technical error in its online State Pension forecast tool was found to have provided inaccurate estimates for nearly a decade. The glitch, which has now been […]

Vincent Chan Facing Sentencing for Serial Child Sexual Abuse London, 12 February 2026 – Vincent Chan, a 45-year-old former nursery worker, is appearing at Wood Green Crown Court today to be sentenced for a prolific campaign of child sexual abuse spanning 15 years. Chan, of Finchley, North London, has admitted to 56 charges involving the

Russia Escalates Digital Crackdown with New Telegram Restrictions London, 12 February 2026 – The Russian state communications regulator, Roskomnadzor, has significantly escalated its campaign against independent digital platforms this week by imposing a new wave of restrictions on Telegram. While the service has faced various legal challenges in Russia since 2018, the latest measures represent

HBO Max Confirms UK Launch Date and Subscription Pricing London, 9 February 2026 – Warner Bros. Discovery has officially ended years of speculation by announcing the definitive launch date for HBO Max in the United Kingdom and Ireland. The streaming service is scheduled to go live on 26 March 2026, marking a significant shift in

Marvin Humes Unmasked as Can of Worms in The Masked Singer Semi-Final London, 7 February 2026 – The seventh series of ITV’s The Masked Singer reached a dramatic climax this evening as a double elimination during the semi-final saw two more celebrities depart the competition. In a reveal that validated weeks of intense fan speculation,

# The Evolution of ITVX: Navigating the UK’s Premier Streaming Service **London, 5 February 2026** – As the digital broadcasting landscape continues to shift towards on-demand consumption, ITVX (formerly ITV Player) has solidified its position as the UK’s largest free ad-funded streaming service. Since its comprehensive rebrand and technological overhaul, the platform has moved beyond

# The End of an Era: Reflecting on The Grand Tour’s Legacy **London, 5 February 2026** – As we mark the beginning of February, the automotive and entertainment world continues to adjust to a landscape without new adventures from the iconic trio of Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May. Following the emotional conclusion of

# Palantir Technologies: Strategic Expansion and 2026 Market Positioning **London, 4 February 2026** – Palantir Technologies continues to solidify its position as the primary operating system for modern enterprise and government defence. Following a year of aggressive integration of its Artificial Intelligence Platform (AIP), the company has transitioned from a data analytics provider to a

# Joe Sugg: From Digital Pioneer to Multi-Media Professional **London, 4 February 2026** – Joe Sugg remains one of the most successful examples of a digital-first creator successfully transitioning into the British mainstream media landscape. Originally rising to prominence as ‘ThatcherJoe’, Sugg has evolved from a YouTube personality into an accomplished author, actor, and West

China Bans Hidden Door Handles: New Safety Standards for Electric Vehicles BEIJING, 03 February 2026 — In a move that signals a significant shift in global automotive design trends, the Chinese government has officially implemented a ban on “hidden” or flush-fitting door handles that lack a mechanical override. The new national safety standard, which came