Governments around the world have called on the help of the technology industry. Here are a few of the projects in the works.

Broadband providers have committed to protecting connectivity in response to Covid-19.

So long as the data is anonymised, says ICO, as coronavirus tracking apps and data sharing projects puts data protection in the spotlight.

‘Don’t feed the beast’ says government as it aims to clamp down on criminals, fraudsters – and nation-states – exploiting the pandemic to spread false narratives.

The company behind the Gemini PDA and Cosmo Communicator now has a 5G phone with a keyboard. Here’s a deeper look at the specs and design choices.

Using quantum entanglement, a team of researchers has developed a new way to communicate via particles of light.

Cutting back on face-to-face consultations means a rapid increase in videoconferencing in healthcare.

Data collected via NHS’s helpine will be combined with information and analysed in order to determine how best to use resources, according to reports.

Hackers will look to exploit the increase in remote working – and healthcare facilities could be targeted with cyberattacks, warns police agency.

Balkan authorities resort to publishing personal data online to stem the coronavirus outbreak.