Encounter

World News

• Secret hearing on Friday in Apple and UK government data row
  The BBC understands the dispute over accessing encrypted data is set to be heard at the High Court.
• Global smartwatch sales fall for first time
  Market researchers say the slumping popularity of the market-leading Apple Watch was to blame
• Google Chromecast users' fury at second day of TV streaming issue
  Google says it is aware of an issue impacting some Chromecast devices and is working to fix.
• 'Garbage' to blame Ukraine for massive X outage, experts say
  The claim has been made by the platform's owner Elon Musk, a vocal critic of Ukraine and its president.
• Why people are cutting back their online profile
  A new wave of AI has spurred some to think more carefully about their online presence.