Category: News
RSPCA launches “Big Conversation” on Animal Welfare in the Age of AI
The RSPCA has a new initiative called "Animal Futures: The Big Conversation" to explore the future of animal welfare in a society increasingly shaped by technology. This initiative comes amid a growing trend of robot pet ownership, with a recent survey revealing that 26% of Britons would consider getting a robot pet, with millennials being…
Solar power overtakes coal use in EU for first time
A new report from the energy think tank Ember reveals a significant shift in the EU's energy landscape. Solar power generation surpassed coal for the first time in 2024, accounting for 11% of the bloc's electricity, while coal generation fell below 10%. This marks a significant milestone in the EU's transition to renewable energy sources.…
Wearable Sensors: A Look at How Global Trends are Shaping Their Future
The world of wearable sensors is rapidly evolving, driven by major trends which are transforming various industries. This article, based on IDTechEx's report "Wearable Sensors Market 2025-2035: Technologies, Trends, Players, Forecasts", explores how these trends are impacting the development and application of wearable sensors. Digital Health: A Growing Need for Advanced Monitoring One of the…
US tech giants announce $500bn AI plan, Mr Beast joins bid to buy TikTok in US
OpenAI is teaming up with Oracle and Softbank to build data centres equipped to power artificial intelligence (AI), with plans to invest $100bn (£81bn) "immediately". Flanked by the bosses of the three companies at the White House, US President Donald Trump said the plan is a "resounding declaration of confidence in America's potential". OpenAI has…
Meta hiding search results for Democrats, TikTok given 75 day deadline extension
Meta says its working urgently to fix a problem with Instagram which results in a "results hidden" message when users search for the terms "Democrat" or "Democrats". Some social media users have accused the company of political bias, pointing out the issue has been occurring after President Donald Trump's inauguration on Monday, which was attended by…
How is new phone technology improving the mobile gaming experience?
Mobile gaming was once a casual pastime, however today it’s a booming industry that rivals traditional consoles and PCs. Thanks to advancements in phone technology, gaming on the go is no longer limited to simplistic time-killers like Snake or Flappy Bird. With jaw-dropping graphics, lightning-fast speed, and unprecedented connectivity, today’s mobile games are giving even…
UK climbs to 9th place in Surfshark’s Digital Quality of Life Index
Cybersecurity company Surfshark has today released its 6th annual Digital Quality of Life Index (DQL). This study, which indicates how well a country is performing in terms of overall digital wellbeing, shows the UK has risen by six places from last year to 9th in the world. Out of the index’s five pillars, the UK…
TikTok restores US service, Melania Trump launches cryptocurrency
TikTok has begun restoring service to the app in the US after Donald Trump said he would sign an executive order pausing its ban. A law signed by President Joe Biden last April required ByteDance, TikTok's China-based parent company, to sell the app to a non-Chinese owner by Sunday or face a ban. Some users reported that they…
TikTok US ban comes into force, Airpods to be used as hearing aids in UK
Image: Sky News A new US law banning TikTok has come into effect, hours after the popular app stopped working across the country. Late on Saturday a message appearing on the TikTok for US users said a law banning TikTok had been enacted, meaning "you can't use TikTok for now". The…
Landline switch-off sparks concerns for elderly and vulnerable
‘Hanging up’ on old tech requires action to ensure millions of elderly and vulnerable people stay connected as the UK retires traditional landline technology. A third of Brits (34%) are unaware of the upcoming switch from the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) to Digital Voice technology. Survey shows widespread concern for older relatives and friends,…
