Omdia research reveals nearly 1 billion UHD TVs shipped worldwide
New research from Omdia reveals that nearly 1 billion UHD TVs have been shipped globally, with the majority still in use. This analysis along with other key entertainment trends will be presented at IBC2024, where Omdia is the official research partner for the third consecutive year. The global status of UHD TVs continues to evolve, with nearly…
WFH not affecting productivity but ‘killing workplace culture’, claims survey
New research from The Global Payroll Association (GPA) reveals that the vast majority of people are now working from home for at least some of the working week. And while there is confidence that productivity isn’t being negatively impacted, workplace culture might be suffering. The Global Payroll Association surveyed 1,006 UK office workers about remote working…
UK’s first ‘teacherless’ AI-class starts lessons, government investigates ‘dynamic pricing’
The UK's first "teacherless" GCSE class, using artificial intelligence instead of human teachers, is about to start lessons. David Game College, a private school in London, opens its new teacherless course for 20 GCSE students in September. The students will learn using a mixture of artificial intelligence platforms on their computers and virtual reality headsets. The platforms…
Google Gemini comes to Gmail on Android, X set to be blocked in Brazil
Google recently started letting you use its Gemini AI chatbot to ask questions about your Gmail inbox on the web, and now, that feature is coming to mobile. The company says its Gmail Q&A feature is starting to roll out on Android and that the feature will be “coming soon” to iOS. Using Gmail Q&A,…
UK car production falls 14% in July, says SMMT
UK car production declines -14.4% in July as model changeovers and temporary supply chain constraints restrict output. Export volumes down -16.3% but domestic demand holds up, declining by just 672 units. Production output value in first seven months of 2024 holds level, despite volume decline. UK car production fell by -14.4% in July, according to…
A Beginner’s Guide to Integrating AI with Existing Inventory Systems in Appliance Retail
Inventory management for appliance retailers is always challenging, particularly when you have to factor in customer demand, stock levels, and everything in between. You may know about artificial intelligence and how it's resurfacing various industries, but how does it fit into your existing systems? This guide will show you how. We will discuss the basics…
Telegram founder faces charges, four iPhone 16 Pro colours revealed
Pavel Durov, the chief executive of Telegram, is to face further investigation over allegations he allowed criminal activity on the messaging app. French judges have barred Mr Durov from leaving France pending further investigation, but he has avoided being held in custody with a €5m bail. The billionaire founder of the encrypted messaging and social…
New report reveals apps which are most frequently hacked
Facebook is the app most likely to be hacked (42%), followed by Instagram (30%) and WhatsApp (17%). Instagram and Facebook have access to 81.63% of a user’s data, more than any other apps. 60% of respondents identified financial information as the data they are most concerned about being stolen. To get a better picture…
Smart launches mid-size SUV, smart #5
Smart officially unveils all-new #5 Summit Edition and #5 Premium+ models at its world premiere event in Byron Bay, Australia Exterior features include a roof light bar and electric trailer hitch, while the Adventurers’ Collection package offers underbody protection, a roof carrier, side steps, a side bag, and a ladder The smart #5 is equipped…
Telegram refuses to join child protection schemes, Barbie flip phone goes on sale
The BBC has learned that Telegram - the messaging app service whose boss has been arrested in France - refuses to join international programmes aimed at detecting and removing child abuse material online. The app is not a member of either the National Centre for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) or the Internet Watch Foundation…
