Alistair Smout

Recent articles by Alistair Smout

UK ditches homegrown COVID-19 tracing app for Google-Apple model

UK ditches homegrown COVID-19 tracing app for Google-Apple model

After problems with NHS system on iPhone.
Alistair Smout Jun 19 2020 6:37AM Software
Airbnb restricts bookings on its platform in Britain

Airbnb restricts bookings on its platform in Britain

Allowing only key workers to stay in properties during emergency coronavirus restrictions.
Alistair Smout Apr 14 2020 6:33AM Cloud
Facebook says doctored UK election clip wouldn't break its ad rules

Facebook says doctored UK election clip wouldn't break its ad rules

"Ads from political parties and political candidates are not subject to our fact-checking rules."
Alistair Smout Nov 8 2019 1:09PM Strategy
Upended by frat boys: Lawmakers slam Facebook's effect on politics

Upended by frat boys: Lawmakers slam Facebook's effect on politics

Accused of undermining democratic institutions.
Alistair Smout Nov 28 2018 6:26AM Strategy

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