Month: November 2019
Is 2019 the year ‘Black Friday’ stops being on Black Friday?
Andy Mulcahy, Strategy and Insight Director, IMRG explains why Black Friday promotions actually start well in advance of the day (and probably go on well into the weekend too)... With Black Friday officially occurring today (the UK market has stuck with the US date for the retail event, falling the day after Thanksgiving, which is…
Nine Britons arrested as website selling hacking tool taken offline
A website selling a cheap hacking tool allowing cyber criminals to steal data and spy on victims through their webcam has been taken offline in a major international effort. The Imminent Monitor Remote Access Trojan (IM RAT) could be obtained for as little as 25 dollars – just under £20 – and was purchased by…
Scientists develop robot personal trainer
Scientists have developed a robot personal trainer to coach runners through an exercise programme on the treadmill. Humanoid robot Pepper can tell jokes, show sympathy, lean in towards the runner and change eye colour to express different emotions. The support is personalised based on the gym-goer’s heart rate, speed, personality type, mood and fitness level.…
1 in 4 kids have smartphone addiction, study shows
One in four children and young people have a smartphone addiction, research suggests (to be honest we're surprised it's not much higher). These youngsters are exhibiting “problematic smartphone usage”, meaning they use the devices in way that is consistent with a behavioural addiction, scientists found. The study, by researchers at King’s College London and published…
Handwriting suggests Queen Elizabeth I translated ancient Roman manuscript
Queen Elizabeth I was behind a late 16th century manuscript translation detailing the history of the Roman Empire, researchers believe. Analysing key indicators such as handwriting and paper stock, experts determined that the monarch who ruled from November 17, 1558 until her death on March 24, 1603 is behind the translation of Tacitus’s Annales. Elizabeth…
Tim Peake: Investment in R&D allows UK to reap rewards
Investment in science, and research and development is key for the UK to reap the rewards of future technologies, astronaut Tim Peake has said. He said the Government is recognising how important it is to invest in the sector, but there is always more that can be done. Major Peake said the benefits are seen…
Disabled people ‘shut out of online shopping’
Disabled people are being shut out of online shopping by inaccessible websites and apps, a survey suggests. Charity Scope called on retailers to ensure they were not missing out on billions of pounds from would-be customers every year by unwittingly preventing the UK’s 14 million disabled people from using their sites. A poll for the…
SEAT e-scooter costing £1 per week to run unveiled
Spanish car firm SEAT has unveiled its first ever e-scooter which, it says, could cost the average biker just £1 per week in running costs. The e-scooter concept is a response to a growing demand for zero emission, practical urban mobility solutions. Power is from a 11kW motor, which is equivalent to a 125cc petrol…
UK Space Agency commits £347m a year to European Space Agency
The UK Space Agency has committed £374 million a year to the European space programme. The funding will contribute towards international space initiatives to address climate change, deliver high-speed mobile technology and return the first samples from Mars. The £347 million per year for five years will deliver international space programmes, with the UK Space…
Here are Some of the Most Entertaining Things You Can Do on Your iPhone
If you want to download some of the best music and entertainment apps or if you just want something to do on your phone when you’re bored, then you can find out everything you need to know right here. Take a look below to find out more. Koi Pond If you want a nice and…