Best Curating Crypto Podcasts (2025)

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The Science of Fear | Replay 9:58

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Behavioural scientist Coltan Scrivner, from the Recreational Fear Lab, explains the science behind our fascination with fear. In this episode: What is morbid curiosity? How our bodies react to horror Why are we drawn to shows like Terrifier 2 and Netflix’s Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story Do we lack empathy if we like scary films? Recurring themes…

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Trump revives nuclear testing after 30 years 14:49

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U.S. President Donald Trump has directed the Pentagon to restart nuclear weapons testing for the first time since 1992, citing the need to stay on an “equal basis” with Russia and China. Virgin is to take on the Channel Tunnel, challenging thirty years of Eurostar dominance. Ahead of the release of Small Achievable Goals on ITVX on November 1st, we…

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Nvidia nears $5 trillion market value after AI announcements 13:19

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Nvidia is poised to reach a $5 trillion dollar market value after its shares jumped 5% following a string of announcements at its annual GPU Technology Conference. Hurricane Melissa has hit Cuba after ferocious winds caused power outages and catastrophic damage across Jamaica. And why looking at art in galleries can provide immediate stress relief,…

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Issue 95 – The pardon was the payoff 36:48

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Binance’s Changpeng Zhao earns a gold-plated pardon as other industry figures fund Trump’s $300 million ballroom. Originally published October 28, 2025.By Molly White

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Amazon layoffs: 14,000 jobs slashed as AI reshapes workforce 11:07

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All main global operations are understood to be impacted, with the UK among those to see office roles axed. Storm hunters fly into Hurricane Melissa as Jamaica braces for 'storm of the century'. To hear our chat with Deputy Chief Meteorologist Dan Rudman, click here. From December, Meta, TikTok, and Snapchat will start blocking users under the age …

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EP 47 — Solving the AI Curation Problem with Andrew Hill from Recall 53:36

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AI agents are cheap to launch and impossible to trust. This episode is for people building and backing growth-stage crypto startups: how do you pick between thousands of on-chain “trading bots,” research assistants, and execution agents when most collapse in live conditions? Andrew Hill, CEO of Recall, lays out how Recall is trying to become crypto…

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Hurricane Melissa: 'Jamaica's most destructive storm yet' 10:16

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Hurricane Melissa is now Category 5, meaning it is the strongest storm to hit Jamaica since 1988. As of 5 a.m. EDT on Monday, maximum sustained winds of 160 mph were recorded. How destructive is Storm Melissa going to be? How much rainfall is expected to hit Jamaica, and has climate change played a role in its intensity? We speak to Deputy Chief Me…

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Why do the clocks go back? with curator of time, Dr Emily Akkermans 11:29

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From 2am on October 26th, the clock change will mark the end of British Summer Time (BST) and the start of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). But when did the tradition begin? To find out more, we speak to the Curator of Time at Royal Museums Greenwich, Dr Emily Akkermans. Sir Keir Starmer has said digital IDs will “cut the faff”, in a bid to reverse scept…

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Swizz Beatz on the Creative 100 and why he's not afraid of AI | special 14:11

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We're joined by Swizz Beatz, a GRAMMY-winning producer who’s worked with Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Lil Wayne, and Busta Rhymes. He’s also the co-founder of The Dean Collection, established with his wife, Alicia Keys. Swizz has announced a new global partnership with Qatar Airways - launching the Creative 100, a platform celebrating and connecting the world’s…

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OpenAI launches ChatGPT Atlas to rival Google Chrome 11:19

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OpenAI has unveiled its new AI-powered web browser, ChatGPT Atlas, now available for Mac users and coming soon to Windows, iOS and Android. The browser lets you chat with ChatGPT while you surf the web, summarise pages, and even perform actions like booking flights — all designed to make browsing more interactive and personalised. Eurostar unveils …

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The ‘menopause gold rush’ that’s exploiting women’s health gaps 14:01

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Experts are warning that women are being exploited by a growing ‘menopause gold rush’ as companies and influencers rush to give profit-driven advice.It’s led to a call for a national education programme to ensure women get clear, evidence-based support and advice. Meanwhile, UK scientists are hoping to join NASA in working on the Habitable Worlds O…

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What caused the Amazon Web Services outage? 11:09

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A huge internet outage caused widespread global disruption on Monday, with a number of major websites and apps experiencing significant service issues. The issue was linked to a problem on cloud computing provider, Amazon Web Services (AWS). Major organisations such as HMRC, Lloyds Bank, Ring Doorbell, Snapchat, Slack, and Fortnite were among those…

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Anatomy of a crypto collapse 17:46

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October 2025 brought the most dramatic crypto flash crash of all time, but it was only a dress rehearsal for the systemic crisis the industry is building toward. Originally published on October 17, 2025.By Molly White

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Why ‘the internet is getting worse’ from digital activist, Cory Doctorow 12:29

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Enshittification: Why Everything Suddenly Got Worse and What To Do About It by digital activist Cory Doctorow is now out in hardback. In his new book, Cory explains why the internet is getting worse - and who is behind it. The Standard’s Will Rogers-Coltman sat down with Cory to dig a bit deeper. Will joins us on the podcast to tell us what Enshitt…

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Asbestos claims put Johnson’s Baby Powder on trial in the UK — we speak to an expert 14:08

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Thousands of people have alleged that they, or a family member, developed forms of ovarian cancer after using Johnson’s Baby Powder — and are now seeking damages at the High Court in London. The pharmaceutical giant has been accused of knowingly selling talcum powder in the UK that was contaminated with asbestos. To find out more about the case and…

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Scientists find a way to “see” anxiety in the brain 12:44

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Scientists have found a way to “see” anxiety in the brain.This is the first study of its kind looking at the intense "avoid-avoid conflict" anxiety. Participants took part in a video game-style task, which was designed by PhD student Ben Stocker - who joins us to discuss the findings in more detail. Meta has introduced a PG-13 cinema-style rating f…

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Apple announces renewables investment across Europe 12:01

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Apple has announced a major expansion of its renewables investment in Europe. It's part of the company's ongoing effort to cut the carbon footprint caused by customers powering and charging Apple devices. By 2030, Apple aims to become carbon neutral across its entire supply chain. According to researchers from University College London, quitting sm…

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Is God real? French engineers say science can prove it | special 9:57

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Is God real? Since the Big Bang Theory was proposed, it has been a point of contention between science and religion. To tie in with the release of the English edition of God: The Science, The Evidence, The Standard's features writer Claudia Cockerell spoke to one of its authors, French engineer Michel-Yves Bolloré. Their book claims that there is e…

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9. Shravan Nageswaran, Atman Labs 2:29:05

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Shravan Nageswaran is the founder of applied AI startup Atman Labs, attempting to create proactive AI capable of emulating human expertise, but using a contrasting approach to the modern standard of LLMs. He used to lead growth at Worldcoin, working alongside Sam Altman. Core topics covered: expanding awareness, the broken founder dilemma, learning…

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70,000 Discord users hit by cyber data breach 12:05

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Around 70,000 users of Discord globally could have had sensitive data stolen by hackers. The platform says criminals targeted a third-party service called 5CA, hired for age verification appeals. Data stolen includes official ID photographs, and potentially personal information such as partial credit card numbers and messages. A new tool is being d…

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REPLAY: Dame Helen Mirren - 'It's sad Kurt Cobain never got to see GPS' | Brave New World 15:12

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On this replay preview of Brave New World, Evgeny Lebedev is in conversation with the Oscar-winning actor, Dame Helen Mirren. Now, this is a bit of a break from the usual guests on Tech & Science Daily, but in this wide ranging conversation Evgeny and Dame Helen discuss everything from the evolution of technology, ageing, to the contemporary media …

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Issue 94 – Backdoor deals 38:11

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Trump is still corrupt, a core developer warns bitcoin won’t survive an upcoming code change, and crypto lenders are ratcheting up leverage like it’s 2022. Originally published on October 8, 2025.By Molly White

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Teenagers arrested after nursery cyber attack 10:46

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Two teenagers have been arrested after a ransomware attack stole data from a nursery chain in London. The Met Police say the pair, aged 17, have been arrested on suspicion of computer misuse and blackmail. Cyberhackers were said to be using the pictures and names of about 8,000 children, to demand ransom money. Women who have a caesarean birth at a…

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Clean energy hits historic milestone as renewables surpass coal 13:32

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What is motor neurone disease? Former England captain Lewis Moody reveals diagnosis 10:38

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Breakthrough eczema technology 'could end misery for millions' | special 9:01

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The device called Tissue Metrics could transform the way eczema is diagnosed and treated. In the UK, there are 1.5 million adults who suffer from the condition. Their tech aims to provide objective data for faster and more accurate eczema diagnosis and treatment - even within a week. To find how the technology works and why this will “end misery fo…

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Dame Jane Goodall dies aged 91: "A great loss to the scientific world" 11:30

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The world’s leading primatologist, Dame Jane Goodall, has died aged 91. Jane dedicated more than sixty years of her life to studying chimpanzees and conservation. We hear from Dan Simmonds, London Zoo’s Animal Operations Manager, and Dr Jake Brooker, a postdoctoral researcher in primatology at the University of Durham. Also in this episode: The Met…

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NHS virtual hospital to deliver 'millions of appointments' digitally 13:31

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Sir Keir Starmer revealed a new NHS virtual hospital at the Labour conference. Available via the NHS app from 2027, the government says it will deliver “millions of appointments” between patients and consultants across the country, as well as help manage tests, scans and prescriptions. From today, every GP practice in England will have to let patie…

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UK cyber attacks: “Bluntly, we’re very at risk” 12:04

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The ninth annual Hiscox Cyber Readiness Report has landed. It reveals 80% of companies report paying a ransom to recover or protect critical data, and 59% of SMEs experienced a cyberattack in the last 12 months. In light of cyber attacks on firms such as Jaguar and Marks & Spencer, we spoke to Danny Jenkins, CEO and co-founder of IT security servic…

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GPS train ticket trial kicks off in England 11:38

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Rail minister Lord Hendy has said the government are bringing train tickets “into the 21st century”. From Monday, passengers travelling on Northern train services between Harrogate and Leeds will be able to pay for their journey using an app on their phone - while on the move. Jaguar Land Rover will restart some production in "the coming days". Tre…

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What is a digital government ID in the UK? 15:47

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The Prime Minister has confirmed controversial plans to roll out digital IDs, which will be available on people’s phones by the end of this Parliament. We speak to cybersecurity expert Alex Laurie, SVP at Ping Identity, about what the scheme means for personal data and online safety. Meanwhile, conservationists warn Britain is “shockingly underprep…

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Issue 93 – Undermining deregulation 21:36

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Democratic lawmakers sound corruption alarms while crypto PACs gear up for the midterms. Originally published on September 25, 2025.By Molly White

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UK government weighs Jaguar Land Rover cyber attack rescue plan 10:48

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Rachelle speaks to YouTuber Brandon B on the importance of the creator economy to the UK. A new cross-party forum to support the creator economy has been unveiled at the YouTube festival. This will act as a bridge between creators and Westminster. According to an impact report carried out by Oxford Economics, YouTube content creators contributed £2…

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Scientists confirm asteroid strike caused North Sea crater 11:50

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An AI tool that’s already helped the UK government claw back almost half a billion pounds in fraud is set to be rolled out worldwide. The Fraud Risk Assessment Accelerator identifies loopholes in policy to prevent them being exploited by fraudsters. Meanwhile, scientists have confirmed the Silverpit Crater off the coast of Yorkshire was formed by a…

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Doctors dismiss Trump’s paracetamol in pregnancy claim 9:14

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Health secretary Wes Streeting is urging pregnant women to ignore Donald Trump’s claims about a link between paracetamol and autism, calling them ‘dangerous’ and 'without evidence'. The comments have sparked outrage among scientists and campaigners on both sides of the Atlantic. To explain why paracetamol remains the NHS’s first-line choice for pai…

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Who is behind Heathrow cyber attack? Plus, Trump's family TikTok plans 10:55

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Flights at Heathrow have been disrupted by a major cyber attack. We speak to ESET’s Global Cybersecurity Advisor Jake Moore about the issues that took the boarding tech offline, throwing the airport into chaos. Also in this episode: Donald Trump says the Murdochs could be part of US team to stop TikTok being banned in the US. A Lib Dem proposal to …

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F1’s George Russell on how data is used for split-second decision making 10:06

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We caught up with George before the Azerbaijan Grand Prix to find out how data and technology shape his preparation and his split-second decisions on the track. Microsoft have revealed their newest AI datacentre in the US and say it’s the world’s most powerful. MI6 is launching a new dark web portal called Silent Courier to attract new recruits. Al…

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Google’s Robby Stein on AI and the Future of Search | special 12:33

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Google’s VP of Search, Robby Stein, joins us for an in-depth look at the future of search. Having first joined Google in 2007, Stein has since led teams at Instagram and Artifact, co-founded Yahoo-acquired startup Stamped, and returned last year to oversee Google Search. He’s now driving the company’s generative AI products, designed to help people…

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UK-US tech deal: Microsoft, Google investing £31bn in AI infrastructure 10:46

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Britain and the US have struck a tech deal that could bring billions of pounds of investment to the UK. The “tech prosperity deal”, announced as Mr Trump arrived in the UK on Tuesday night, will see the UK and US cooperate in areas including artificial intelligence, quantum computing and nuclear power. It comes alongside £31 billion of investment i…

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Prediction markets are booming. Oversight is barely there. 26:30

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Prediction markets once lived on the academic fringe. Now they’re trading billions on politics, sports, and celebrity gossip — under rules never designed for retail gamblers. Originally published on September 16, 2025.By Molly White

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REPLAY: Anxiety & why the brain ‘knows how to heal’ with NuCalm’s Jim Poole | Brave New World 13:10

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This is a cut-down preview of Brave New World, hosted Evgeny Lebedev. Evgeny is joined by Jim Poole, chairman, president and chief executive of Solace Life Sciences. They explore the evolution of the human brain, anxiety and how to deregulate the amygdala, a small, almond-shaped part of the brain that plays a central role, which Jim says ‘feeds on …

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Musk responds to sanctions call over Tommy Robinson rally remarks 11:47

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In a post on X, Elon Musk has branded Lib Dem leader Sir Ed Davey a “craven coward”. Sir Ed accused the American billionaire of “inciting violence” with his appearance at the Unite the Kingdom protest on Saturday. And he called for the Tesla owner to be sanctioned over the remarks he made. The UK and the US have agreed a deal to boost the building …

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Mice with mini steering wheels reveal more about how our brains work 11:45

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Mice using mini steering wheels are helping neuroscientists rethink how the brain makes decisions. Research from the International Brain Laboratory shows decision-making isn’t confined to just a handful of brain regions as once thought, it’s actually distributed much more widely. Suze Cooper spoke to Professor Alexandre Pouget from the University o…

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Issue 92 – The scam of all scams 28:47

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The Trumps “debank” major customers from their “anti-debanking” cryptocurrency venture, and a CFTC nominee says the Winklevosses are blackballing him. Originally published on September 12, 2025.By Molly White

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Hawking’s Black Hole theory proven right after 50 years 12:56

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After fifty years of debate, Dr Geraint Pratten from the School of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Birmingham tells us how their research on recorded gravitational waves has confirmed Stephen Hawking’s most famous black hole theory. A drug for a rare disease that causes sudden vision loss is now available on the NHS. Jaguar Land Rover co…

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Is Apple’s thinnest-ever iPhone any good, or all hype? 9:23

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We run through Apple’s latest offerings, such as their thinnest iPhone ever, the iPhone 17 line-up and AirPod upgrades with Tech Editor, Alex Pell. Will we ever see a foldable phone? And why was the lack of AI announcements surprising? Patients with suspected dementia are taking part in a nationwide trial of a promising new blood test for Alzheimer…

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Nepal’s PM resigns after deadly social media ban protests 8:35

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Nepal’s prime minister KP Sharma Oli has resigned as deadly anti-government protests against a social media ban and political corruption escalate. Microsoft have launched an ambient clinical AI assistant for the NHS. Apple have a brand new iPhone on the way… Also in this episode: -Have scientists found an atmosphere around an Earth-like exoplanet? …

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What is Romance Fraud? Fjellhøy on Netflix’s Love Con Revenge – ‘They hack our emotions’ | special 14:37

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Remember The Tinder Swindler? Rachelle Abbott is joined by Cecilie Fjellhøy who, with the help of private investigator Brianne Joseph, is now helping other victims of romance fraud. In a new six-part series on Netflix, Love Con Revenge, we see Cecilie and Brianne gather evidence and track down five alleged perpetrators, helping victims take back co…

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The flexible underwater robot created to take on risky deep sea dives 10:30

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Thousands of people who could benefit from weight-loss jab Mounjaro could be missing out due to NHS finding shortfalls. We’re joined by project manager Rowanne Miller from the UK’s National Robotarium to hear how engineers have developed a flexible robot which could prevent deep sea divers from having to carry out risky underwater inspections. Also…

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M&S hackers behind Jaguar Land Rover attack 12:35

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Hackers who took Marks & Spencer offline for six weeks have claimed responsibility for a cyber attack on Jaguar Land Rover. Great Ormond Street Hospital is to roll out AI transcription for outpatient services after trials showed doctors were spending almost 25% more time with patients by using it. Plus, as students head back to school, Rachelle Abb…