This week we're learning about patents - what they are, and who wants one. And by analysing the global demand for patents, we can see future trends in tech.

Also in this edition of Tech Life, what are doctors and patients around the world saying about the use of artificial intelligence in hospitals ? And we'll be finding out about Google's latest injection of AI into online search.

We enjoy reading the messages being sent in about the one item of tech you simply can't do without. If you want to tell us about your must-have piece of tech, please get in touch by emailing [email protected] or send us a Whatsapp message or voice memo on +44 330 1230 320.

Presenter: Zoe Kleinman Producer: Tom Quinn Editor: Monica Soriano

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An international study looks at the online experiences of young people from marginalised groups, including sex workers, gay and transgender people, and people living with HIV. It concludes they are facing a surge in online abuse. We speak to Phong from Vietnam about his experience, then hear about the study from the lead researcher.

Also on Tech Life this week, find out how a drone company in Ghana has benefited from US foreign aid cuts. And how could catching the bus help improve your posture ?

We enjoy reading the messages being sent in about the one item of tech you simply can't do without. If you want to tell us about your must-have piece of tech, please get in touch by emailing [email protected] or send us a Whatsapp message or voice memo on +44 330 1230 320.

Presenter: Imran Rahman-Jones Producer: Tom Quinn Editor: Monica Soriano

(Image: A photo of a woman who has received online abuse. Credit: OcusFocus/Getty Images)

Luckily much of what we see on social media is safe. But somewhere, somebody has to watch all the horrific content uploaded online in order to filter it out for the general public. We speak to a former moderator who worked on Meta platforms in Ghana. Plus, the community project in Puerto Rico with an innovative way of keeping its power on. And we say goodbye to video call program Skype. (Warning – this episode includes some distressing content and a reference to suicide.)

Presenter: Chris Vallance Producer: Imran Rahman-Jones Editor: Monica Soriano

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A groundbreaking space mission will help scientists peer through dense jungle canopy to measure the difference the world's forests are making to climate change. We interview the expert who came up with the idea.

Also on Tech Life: It's clicked billions of times a day, but do you know how it started in the first place ? We find out why the world gave a big thumbs up to the 'like' button. And digitising agriculture in Ghana - how tech is streamlining the growing and selling process for thousands of farmers.

Tell us about the one item of tech that you simply can't do without – please get in touch by emailing [email protected] or send us a Whatsapp message or voice memo on +44 330 1230 320.

Presenter: Chris Vallance Producer: Tom Quinn Editor: Monica Soriano

(Image: An illustration of the Biomass satellite in space. Credit: ESA/ATG medialab)