Facebook says data leak hits 87 million users

Facebook said on Wednesday that the personal information of up to 87 million users may have been improperly shared with political consultancy Cambridge Analytica, up from a previous news media estimate of more than 50 million.

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Mental health app offers real-time patient monitoring

The Monsenso app carries out real-time analysis of physical movement, linguistics and other data patterns to trigger health alerts and provide real-time medical advice. Matthew Bell reports.

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Crash-test cockroaches inspire wall-climbing robot

The cockroach's ability to quickly switch from walking on the ground to climbing a wall is helping scientists develop fast-reaction robots able to change direction and climb over obstacles without relying on complex and expensive sensors. Matthew Bell reports.

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Blue lighting induces relaxation, say Spanish researchers

Blue lights are used in police cars, ambulances, and fire engines, to grab our attention. But far from causing stress, as you might assume, blue light could be used to treat acute stress, say Spanish researchers. Jim Drury reports.

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'TruthBrush' knows when your technique needs a check-up

The humble manual toothbrush has been turned into a sensor-packed monitoring tool to help developers design the 'perfect' toothbrush. Matthew Stock reports.

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Atlanta's government works to resolve a cyber attack

Atlanta is still struggling with the fallout from a major ransomware attack that continues to snarl the city government's computer system, nine days later.

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Atlanta struggles with a crippling cyber hack

Atlanta is still struggling with its ability to collect online payments of bills and fees, days after a ransomware attack snarled the computer system of Georgia’s capital city. Havovi Cooper reports.

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