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5 Things You Need To Know, Today, on Tuesday 14th September 2021
5. Cryptocurrency Litecoin saw a sudden surge in price on Monday over a press release about Walmart accepting it for payment - which turned out to be fake. The release, published through a legitimate press channel, claimed that Walmart would accept the currency through all its digital stores.
4. Apple has issued a software patch to block so-called "zero-click" spyware that could infect iPhones and iPads.
Independent researchers identified the flaw, which lets hackers access devices through the iMessage service even if users do not click on a link or file.
3. Andrew Neil has resigned as chairman and presenter of GB News, just 3 month after it launched, fuelling speculation that his departure could trigger an exodus of staff from the channel.
Insiders said senior members of staff were now considering their positions following Mr Neil’s exit.
3. Tesco is to trial its zero-waste shopping service at 10 stores in the East of England.
Customers will be able to buy common household goods in reusable packaging that can be returned to the store to be used again.
1. Covid PCR testing should be abandoned for most holidaymakers, says travel organisation Abta.
Fully vaccinated travellers should not need to be tested on their return from lower-risk countries, they also called for a "significant overhaul" of the traffic light system for travel destinations.