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Sensors that make sense: from farming to water control

In this edition of Futuris, we take you on a European tour to discover how the Internet of Things is changing everything from farming to water quality control.

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Takeaway: Fitness trackers for cows

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"We're going to stick with the smartphone" - Steve Wozniak

Creative industry professionals meet at the IAA's Global Conference in Bucharest to discuss how to adapt to rapid changes in the world of advertising.

Germany

#RumoursAboutGermany: Government campaign aims to expose lies human traffickers tell migrants

"The ship for the crossing to Germany is spacious and has a pool and a cinema," is one of the 'seven lies' about Germany presented on the site.

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A major wi-fi security flaw could allow hackers to intercept encrypted data

Researchers say a major wi-fi security flaw could allow hackers to listen in on any of your devices

Economy

Bitcoin booms to over 5000 dollars

Despite fears of a bubble crypto-currency Bitcoin has broken through the 5000 dollar mark

Spain

Catalan referendum: 'Hablamos' movement to bring both sides together

"We are better than our leaders, let's talk."

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Amazon ordered to pay 250 million euros to Luxembourg in back taxes

Amazon ordered to pay 250 million euros to Luxembourg in back taxes

Lithuania

Lithuania has a volunteer army fighting a war on the internet

The 'elves' see themselves on the front line of a battle against pro-Russian propaganda

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Twitter tests doubling up its character limit

The social network platform says the 280 character limit extension is a response to "extremely frustrated" users

Sci-Tech

Superfast broadband speeds for a brave new Gigaworld

Being connected is changing the way we live, work and play.

Target

Kazakhstan embraces the digital age

International Sovereign Wealth Funds have been gathering in Astana to explore new frontiers and tap into more markets.

World News

What does the world most want to learn how to do on Google?

Google has revealed the top 10 most-searched questions across the world

Spain

Spanish respond to ISIL threats with humour

Internet users mock spokesman who warned of further attacks in Spain.

USA

Twitter hashtags are celebrating their tenth birthday

Italy

Magic Johnson and Samuel L Jackson mired in migrants controversy

An ironically-worded picture of Samuel L Jackson and Magic Johnson has sparked a row in Italy

United Kingdom

UK crackdown on social media hate crime

The Crown Prosecution Service says online hate crime must be dealt with just as seriously as face to face abuse.

Spain

Catalonia attacks: World leaders, footballers and Hollywood pay tribute

Less than 24 hours after 14 people were killed and scores were injured when Spain was hit by two terrorist attacks, messages of support for Catalonia came in from across the world.

Spain

Game of Thrones episode leaked after Spain gaffe

United Kingdom

Why smiley face emojis are not so friendly

Researchers have found that using a smiley face emoji and similar emoticons at the office can have the opposite effect on the recipient, and make the sender seem less competent.