U.S. Vice President JD Vance arrives in India for a four-day official visit with his family and senior officials. He meets Prime Minister Narendra Modi to advance trade talks and strategic cooperation. Discussions include launching the TRUST partnership and reviewing bilateral progress. The visit comes...
Researchers have discovered antiferromagnetism in a gold-indium-europium icosahedral quasicrystal (iQC), marking the first direct observation of this magnetic order in real QCs. The discovery, led by Ryuji Tamura and team, opens new possibilities for energy-efficient technologies in spintronics and magnetic refrigeration, aligning with sustainable development...
TravelTech Show 2025 highlights AI as the leading tech investment for travel companies, with 64% increasing budgets and nearly half boosting AI spend by 10%. Key benefits include enhanced customer experience and reduced costs. The event runs 25–26 June at ExCeL London, showcasing the latest...
Considered Asia’s fashion capital, Tokyo is the birthplace of Visual Kei fashion — a subculture originating from Japan’s rock scene in the 1980s. From the retail extravagance of luxury fashion to the homegrown fashion brands, the city’s fashion districts like Ginza and Harajuku are a...
As global air travel rises, with the number of flight departures increasing by approximately 13% from 31 million in 2022 to over 35 million in 2023, so does the urgency to plan for emergencies. How policy frameworks for emergency landing corridors can improve aviation safety,...
FXSI Review | How Well FXSI Welcomes New Traders in 2025? I’ve been hearing whispers about FXSI—a trading platform that’s carving out a spot in the crowded world of online brokers. With a lineup of four markets—Commodities (think oil and grains, no precious metals), Stocks,...
Turing Award winners Andrew Barto and Richard Sutton warn that AI companies prioritise profit over safety, deploying AI without adequate testing. They compare this to “building a bridge and testing it by having people use it.” They stress the need for responsible AI development, echoing...
A survey by nuom found that 67% of UK adults support healthcare technology, but trust in AI remains low. Only 19% trust AI for personalised health advice, 15% for mental health support, and 50% for appointment management. Public trust issues and AI’s perception problem hinder...
Awesome Books has donated 10,000 children's books to Barnardo’s stores for World Book Day. From 6th-8th March 2025, children can visit any Barnardo’s store to collect a free book. The initiative supports literacy development and is part of Awesome Books' commitment to distributing 100,000 books...
DeepSeek has reopened API access after a three-week suspension, resuming services amid rising AI competition in China. Alibaba and ByteDance are advancing AI models, while U.S. chip restrictions push China towards self-sufficiency. Dr. Serena Huang, a Chief Data Officer and AI consultant for Fortune 100...
A study by ZeroBounce identifies the United States as the most affected country by online fraud, followed by France and the United Kingdom. Ireland records the highest online fraud share (85%). AI-driven scams, such as deepfake voice fraud, are rising, highlighting the urgent need for...
A study using IC3 Annual Internet Crime Complaint Report data identifies the top 10 countries most affected by cybercrime, with the U.S. and U.K. leading. Rising online fraud, driven by AI-powered scams, highlights the need for stronger cybersecurity measures. Experts stress proactive investments in AI-driven...
Incogni's study ranks 238 AI-powered Chrome extensions by privacy risk, revealing that 67% collect user data and 41% gather PII, including passwords and financial details. DeepL, Grammarly, and Sider pose the highest risks. The report highlights extension vulnerabilities and urges users to evaluate permissions. [caption...
Birmingham City Council is installing 560 lamppost EV charge points with Ubitricity to expand residential charging access. The project supports the city's sustainability goals, minimises street clutter, and is funded by the On-Street Residential Chargepoint Scheme. [caption id="attachment_14464" align="alignnone" width="1380"] EV Charging Network[/caption] Birmingham City...
The NVIDIA GPU Technology Conference (GTC) 2025 will be held from 17–21 March 2025 in San Jose, California. It is a leading event in AI, accelerated computing, and robotics, bringing together experts such as Frances Arnold, Pieter Abbeel, and brands like Meta, Mistral AI, and...
FeedSpot, a platform designed to help users discover, follow, and connect with a wide range of media outlets and content creators, announces the “Top 60 UK Tech Influencers in 2025” featuring Dinis Guarda, Arun Rupesh Maini, and more. [caption id="attachment_14029" align="aligncenter" width="800"] ‘Top 60 UK...
The State of AI in Financial Services survey by NVIDIA reveals how AI is revolutionising financial services, driving higher revenue, lower costs, and new business opportunities. With generative AI adoption soaring (25% of AI applications), firms are leveraging AI for trading, portfolio optimisation, and customer...
FeedSpot, a platform designed to help users discover, follow, and connect with a wide range of media outlets and content creators, announces the “Top 40 AI and Machine Learning Influencers on Instagram in 2025”. [caption id="attachment_13767" align="alignnone" width="800"] Dinis Guarda, Chris Winfield, And More In...
Thinking about moving somewhere more affordable in the U.S.? You're not the only one. With costs climbing everywhere, finding a budget-friendly place to live is on many folks' minds. This article dives into some of the cheapest places to live in the U.S., giving you...
Digital Mavericks: A Guide to Web3, NFTs, and Becoming the Main Character of the Next Internet Revolution by Debbie Soon explores blockchain’s transformative impact on careers, creativity, and technology. Featuring industry insights, practical guidance, and future predictions, the book is a roadmap to thriving in...
MultiversX and Helios Staking launched Helios Connect, an open-source dApp that provides unified cross-chain identity management. Developed during the Helios Collabathon, the project brought together leading Web3 builders and received support from industry partners like Hatom and Injective Foundation, aiming to solve user fragmentation across...
SmartCitiesWorld, a leading global platform addressing urban challenges, will host the Cities Climate Action Summit 2025 on 24-25 June in alignment with London Climate Action Week. This prestigious event aims to convene city leaders, policymakers, green finance experts, and technology innovators to accelerate collaborative climate...
Nina Payne, ‘The SEO Lady,’ advocates for businesses to harness YouTube Shorts for improved video engagement and SEO. She emphasises the power of personalised, short-form content in connecting with audiences, offering targeted benefits for various industries. For over 15 years, Nina Payne, famously known as...
Humanity Protocol has launched the Humanity Foundation to advance decentralised digital identity using its privacy-first Proof of Humanity framework. Led by Yat Siu, Mario Nawfal, and Yeewai Chong, the Foundation will drive innovation, issue grants, and build partnerships. The framework integrates privacy-preserving biometrics and layered...
Edelman, a global leader in communications and marketing, unveils the 'AI Creators You Need to Know' list, establishing the industry's first comprehensive showcase of brand-safe creators in artificial intelligence (AI). Edelman’s list features AI ethicists involved in policy discussions, influencers creating educational content on generative...
Birmingham Newman University is a finalist for Sport Birmingham’s Community Celebration Awards 2024 in the ‘Innovation and Creativity Award’ category for its SHARP research project. Led by Drs. Emma Powell, Lorayne Woodfield, and Alex Powell, SHARP promotes active, purposeful learning in PE and sport. The...
MDPI and over 100 German institutions, led by ZB MED, have signed a major open-access publishing agreement effective 2025-2026. This deal introduces discounts on article processing charges (APCs), streamlined payment options, and a flat-fee model to optimise budgets and ease administration. It strengthens open science...
Under South Africa's G20 presidency in 2025, UNESCO will expand its partnership to focus on ethical AI for sustainable development, particularly in Africa. Building on 2024’s successes, it will address digital divides, support innovation, and promote global ethical AI practices. UNESCO’s collaboration underscores its commitment...
The Aston Martin Aramco F1® Team has partnered with Memento Exclusives to auction a signed motion simulator on the F1® Authentics platform. The auction is live and will close on 17th December 2024. Fans can bid on the simulator and other signed memorabilia at auction.f1authentics.com,...
Kuala Lumpur hosts the third I-Nation Global Summit, a three-day event organised by MRANTI, on November 29, 2024. The 2024 summit is themed "Collaborate. Innovate. Elevate.", brings together tech innovators, policymakers, and business leaders to address pressing global challenges and drive sustainable solutions. Among the eminent...