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Gemalto says NSA and GCHQ probably hacked its offices but there was no 'massive theft' of SIM encryption keys

SIM card manufacturer Gemalto has published the results of an investigation into an alleged hacking operation by the UK’s GCHQ and the USA’s National Security Agency.

A report earlier this month - based on information from former NSA contractor Edward Snowden - claimed that both security agencies had jointly hacked into Gemalto’s network to steal SIM encryption keys. This would have enabled them to decrypt mobile phone calls without needing the cooperation of mobile networks.

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Interview with Chris Millington of Doro about mobile retailing, wearables and technology for older consumers

Podcast - 24th February 2015

In today's programme Mark Bridge talks to Chris Millington, who's Managing Director for Doro UK and Ireland.

They discuss the state of mobile retailing in the UK, the future of wearable devices and - as you might expect - smartphones for seniors.

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EE commits to spending £1.5 billion on its network in the next three years

EE commits to spending £1.5 billion on its network in the next three years

EE has committed to investing £1.5 billion on its network by the end of 2017 as part of a new manifesto called ‘Signalling the Future’.

It’s promising to deliver voice and 4G data coverage across 90% of the UK’s geography, which would exceed its current 2G footprint.

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John Allan leaves Dixons Carphone for Tesco

John Allan leaves Dixons Carphone for Tesco

John Allan, one of two deputy chairmen at Dixons Carphone, has resigned from his post to take the job of chairman at Tesco plc.

Richard Broadbent, the current chairman of Tesco, is stepping down from the board on 1st March.

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iZettle announces a free plug-in Chip & PIN reader for payment via smartphones and tablets

iZettle announces a free plug-in Chip & PIN reader for payment via smartphones and tablets

Mobile payment provider iZettle is introducing a free Chip & PIN card reader.

The device will plug into a smartphone or tablet, enabling the user to take payments via credit card or debit card.

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