10 Predictions for the Mobile Industry in 2025
2025 offers the mobile industry the opportunity to redefine possibilities for consumers and businesses alike with enhanced user experiences and fresh revenue streams. However, the sector will also face significant challenges. Here are a few thoughts on what to expect from Dario Betti & Nicholas Rossman at the Mobile Ecosystem Forum 5G One of the…
Virgin Media O2’s Index reveals 73% of Brits plan to commute at least three times a week
Virgin Media O2 Business has released its second annual Movers Index, revealing that over half (52%) of workers plan to commute more than four times a week, with 73% expecting to commute at least three times a week. Key motivators include company incentives like time off after intense periods of work (28%) and free drinks (26%),…
DeepSeek a ‘wake-up call’ for US tech, Google Maps to rename Gulf of Mexico
US President Donald Trump has called the rise of Chinese company DeepSeek "a wake-up call" for the US tech industry, after the emergence of its artificial intelligence (AI) model triggered shockwaves on Wall Street. Shares in major tech firms such as Nvidia fell sharply, with the chip giant losing almost $600bn (£482bn) in market value.…
How Car Manufacturers Can Improve Their Pedestrian Detection Systems
The rise of autonomous vehicles has brought significant advancements in safety features. The $53 billion autonomous vehicle industry has taken the transportation sector by storm. Yet, the challenge of pedestrian detection remains at the forefront. Thus comes the need for advanced pedestrian detection technology. This technology, designed to identify pedestrians and prevent accidents, is…
UK users are neglecting app privacy, study finds
To coincide with Data Privacy Day on January 28, cybersecurity firm NordVPN unveils alarming trends in app usage habits. Over a quarter of Brits (28%) confess they blindly accept the terms of service for apps and online services. More than half (52%) admit to never reading policies on data collection and just under half (46%)…
4 Ways to Prioritize Safety During Event Travel
Event traveling refers to an act of traveling for a specific event. It may be a concert, convention, wedding, or any other event. The worldwide events industry is a massive one. This market generated a revenue of $122.28 billion in 2023. It currently exhibits a growth of 11.53% due to swift digitization and widespread social…
Chinese AI DeepSeek overtakes ChatGPT, Blu-Ray format on its way out
Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) app DeepSeek has overtaken ChatGPT and other rivals to become the top-rated free application on Apple's App Store in the US, UK and China. Its surge in popularity has sparked a selloff of shares in AI-related companies based in the US. Nvidia, Microsoft and Meta were down on Monday morning and…
Polestar Energy now live in the UK
Polestar, the Swedish electric vehicle brand, has officially launched its Polestar Energy initiative in the UK. This program aims to make owning an electric car more affordable and sustainable through smart charging technology. The Polestar Energy app allows users to schedule charging times and desired battery levels. The app then intelligently charges the car during…
Audi to unveil Q6 e-tron offroad concept at F.A.T Ice Race
Audi has unveiled a new concept vehicle, the Q6 e-tron offroad, demonstrating the versatility of its electric vehicle platform. Built upon the existing Q6 e-tron, this rugged prototype showcases the potential of electric vehicles to conquer challenging terrain, claims Audi. While conventional portal axles enable an increase in torque of around 20 to 30 percent…
Autonomous Vehicles and the Vision of Safer Roads for Wildlife
Wildlife crossings and roadways often intersect, creating dangerous situations for both animals and humans. From rural highways to urban edges, the unpredictable movement of wildlife poses a significant threat to road safety. While government initiatives and infrastructure improvements are helping address this issue, autonomous vehicles bring an opportunity to revolutionize the way we prevent such…
