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 underprepared” for climate change as extreme weather devastates habitats and species across the country.

Also in this episode:

• Xiaomi unveils a $630 smartphone to rival the iPhone 17 – and even takes on Tesla with its new EV models
• Police launch a crackdown on vape spiking across London’s nightlife
• The All-American Rejects release a video game–inspired music video, directed by Jamie Thraves
• Children raised around dogs may face a lower risk of asthma, say Canadian researchers
• Scientists in Australia test bite-resistant wetsuits designed to reduce shark attack injuries

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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 £2.2bn to the UK economy in 2024 and supported 45,000 jobs.

Plus, following the major cyber attack on Jaguar Land Rover, the Government is now considering stepping in to help keep its suppliers.

Earlier this week, JLR extended its pause in production until October 1st.

And, a warning to the band Muse… Scientists discover that supermassive blackholes may not be as massive after all.

Also in this episode:

• PlayStation State of Play: A release date and trailer for Marvel: Wolverine revealed
• New cancer cases worldwide could rise by 61% by 2050 – study
• New nature detecting sensors have been added to the Natural History Museum gardens

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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 an asteroid. We speak to associate professor at Heriot Watt University Uisdean Nicholson about the findings.

Also in this episode:

• More than 200 leading politicians and scientists have warned the UN that AI needs binding international limits by 2026
• More than 70 ‘super-battery’ projects get one step close to being funded and boosting renewable energy storage
• Chinese scientists say a rogue gravitational wave could be a signal from another universe
• Trophies for Tomb Raider: Anniversary are spotted online - could this mean a surprise October release?
• Sweden pitches itself as the remedy you need for your physical and mental health

Today’s thumbnail image shows a seismic map of the top of the Silverpit Crater. Credit: Uisdean Nicholson.

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