Net charges may hit BBC’s iPlayer
The BBC's iPlayer could be hit by a move to charge web users according to the size of files they download. By James Robinson.
Want to invest in a Britflick? It’s more like Jaws than Million Dollar Baby
Smaller investors will find tax incentives, but the risk is high and the returns modest, warn Patrick Collinson and Jill Papworth.
Facebook’s code leak raises fears of fraud
· Bug blamed for security concerns on popular site · Networkers in growing danger of identity theft
Google shares slide as it misses Wall St targets
Search giant last night shocked investors with lower-than expected profits after spending more than planned on new hires and staff bonuses. By John Sterlicchi in Florida.
Mexican tycoon overtakes Bill Gates as world’s richest man
11am update: Microsoft founder looks to have lost his title to cigar-chomping telecoms entrepreneur Carlos Slim. By Fiona Walsh.
Sony looks ahead after tricky first quarter
Midday: Strong sales of flat-screen TVs and the success of its film division take the edge off Sony's problems in rolling out the PlayStation 3. By Justin McCurry in Tokyo.
It’s easy money, says online fraudster who stole £250,000
Despite tougher security, identity and credit card theft are at an all-time high.
Operation Ore flawed by fraud
The high-profile crackdown on internet child porn has claimed lives and destroyed reputations. But fresh evidence says the police got it wrong, says Duncan Campbell.
Expensive tastes
Neil Boorman: Our appetite for luxury goods is driven by two myths: that we will get more and feel better.
Teens to get free mobile calls – with a catch
A service will launch this summer offering free calls and texts provided users are willing to receive adverts on their phones. By Richard Wray.
Play time
These days many schoolboys prefer to get their kicks on a console than on a freezing muddy field. Huma Qureshi asked The History Boys to test new video games that provide the action from the comfort of your armchair.
Top tips: personal shopper
Video games are expensive - the most popular ones will set you back around £30.