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Amazon to relaunch delivery drones in the UK next year
Amazon will relaunch its delivery drones in the UK next year, the shopping giant has confirmed. The company said it will begin using the unmanned, airborne vehicles for distributing goods from some of its same-day delivery sites – one of which will be in the UK. No location has yetContinue Reading
The Rise of AI in Business Events: A Boon or a Bane?
In a rapidly-evolving digital landscape, Artificial Intelligence is transforming the landscape of business events, offering businesses a powerful toolset to enhance efficiency and drive engagement with their brand. But it also raises questions over security, accuracy, and reliability. Hire Space, a tech-driven venue marketplace, which supports businesses planning corporate events, hasContinue Reading
Met Police roll out facial recognition technology to tackle London’s shoplifting
Britain’s biggest police force is using facial recognition technology to tackle London’s worst shoplifters by matching CCTV stills to mugshots. The Metropolitan Police said 149 suspects were identified within days after asking the capital’s 12 leading retailers last month for images of their 30 most prolific unidentified offenders. Some ofContinue Reading
More than half of UK homes to be smart homes by 2027
The home entertainment sector is currently thriving, with the United Kingdom positioned as one of its largest global markets. Leading home technology installer, Robert Taussig, reports that the United Kingdom will see the integration of 15.1 million smart homes by 2027. In essence, this means that more than half ofContinue Reading
Gogglebox’s Malone family left heartbroken as they announce death of their rottweiler Dave
The family’s beloved pet had starred on the Channel 4 series since 2014Continue Reading
Inflation could create £2bn rise in business rates
Inflation-linked business rates could rise by up to £2 billion next year, which would be the “final nail in the coffin” for many struggling retail and hospitality firms. Business rates are due to be recalculated in April using the government’s multiplier, which is typically pegged to September’s rate of consumerContinue Reading
How Tactical Drones Boost Border Security
Countries around the globe are turning to state-of-the-art tactical drones to strengthen border security and surveillance These unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are proving to be a game-changing asset for monitoring remote terrain, detecting threats, and guiding interventions. When combined with artificial intelligence and cutting-edge cameras, today’s military-grade tactical drones areContinue Reading
London house prices fell by 1.4 per cent in August
House prices in the capital fell further in August, according to the government’s latest house price index, as higher interest rates continued to weigh on the market. Data released by the Office for National Statistics on Wednesday showed the region’s house prices fell by 1.4 per cent in August year-on-year.Continue Reading
BT set to sell fridges and subscriptions in push for more customers
BT is branching out from its telco business into household appliances and a subscription service in a rebranding effort to accelerate customer growth. EE, BT’s mobile and retail division, will diversify its offerings by introducing household electronic goods, such as smart fridges and coffee machines, as soon as next year.Continue Reading
X begins charging new users $1 a year
Elon Musk’s X, formerly known as Twitter, has started charging new users in New Zealand and the Philippines $1 (£0.82) a year to access key features, as part of a new trial. They include the ability to tweet, retweet, like posts and reply to posts. Those who opt out ofContinue Reading