Over Two Thirds of Global Population to Own Digital Wallet by 2029
A new study from Juniper Research - experts in fintech and payments markets - forecasts a 15.3% growth in digital wallet adoption globally by 2029; up from 52.6% in 2024. The research found that adoption will be driven by the increasing ease of acceptance, and the digital wallet’s ability to connect underserved communities to financial…
9 in 10 new cars in Norway now EVs
The Tesla Model Y is the biggest selling EV in Norway. Image: Tesla Norway is on track to become the first ecountry in the world to go all-electric with battery electric vehicles (BEVs) accounting for 89% of new cars sold in 2024 - according to figures released recently by the Norwegian…
VW extends OVO partnership benefits to fleet drivers
Following the announcement of its tie-up with energy experts OVO in July 2024, VW UK is extending the benefits of the partnership to company car and salary sacrifice customers. Those purchasing vehicles from 1 January 2025 from any of the Volkswagen Group brands - Audi, CUPRA, Škoda, Volkswagen Passenger Cars and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles…
Americans will spend average of $430 on mobile data in 2025
Mobile data spending has skyrocketed over the years as the world becomes increasingly connected through digital platforms, IoT devices, and smartphones. In 2024, internet users worldwide spent around $641 billion on mobile data, a figure expected to grow by another $30 billion this year. But there are huge regional differences, with Americans topping the list…
UK plans to be world leader in AI, Apple urges vote against scrapping DEI programmes
The government is to set out plans to use artificial intelligence (AI) across the UK to boost growth and deliver public services more efficiently. The AI Opportunities Action Plan being announced on Monday will be backed by leading tech firms, which are said to have committed £14bn towards various projects, creating 13,250 jobs, the government…
UK’s EV charging infrastructure showed rapid growth in 2024, claims Zapmap
The UK witnessed a significant growth in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in 2024, with over 20,000 new charge points installed, according to charge point mapping service Zapmap. This brings the total number of public charge points to 73,699, marking a 38% year-on-year increase. Ultra-rapid chargers (150kW+) saw the most substantial growth, with an 84%…
Brussels Motor Show: Renault reveals sub €20,000 Twingo E-Tech electric prototype
At the Brussels Motor Show, Renault is revealing the interior of the Twingo E-Tech electric prototype Ampere is accelerating the development and manufacturing process to make electric mobility more widely available Twingo will be launched in 2026, with an entry price of under €20,000 At the Brussels Motor Show, Renault has unveiled the interior of…
BYD introduces compact ATTO 2 electric SUV in Europe
Chinese EV manufacturer BYD has unveiled the ATTO 2, its latest all-electric compact SUV, at the Brussels Motor Show. Designed to appeal to urban drivers seeking a stylish and practical electric vehicle, BYD claims the ATTO 2's compact dimensions make it ideal for navigating city streets and finding parking spaces, while its raised ride height…
TikTok makes last ditch bid to overturn US ban, updated Tesla Model Y revealed
TikTok will appear before the US Supreme Court on Friday in a last-ditch effort to overturn a ban, in a case testing the limits of national security and free speech. The popular social media platform is challenging a law passed last year ordering the firm to be split from its Chinese owner or be blocked…
Xiaomi unveils Redmi Note 14 Series from £179
Redmi Note 14 At an event attended by Tech Digest in London, Chinese firm Xiaomi unveiled its latest Redmi Note 14 Series - a new line of affordable smartphones which it claims puts professional-grade photography within reach of everyday users. The Redmi Note 14 Series boasts a top-of-the-line 200MP AI camera…
