Tech Digest daily roundup: Premier League closing in on commercial deal with EA
The Premier League is closing in on a commercial deal with Electronic Arts (EA), the video-games maker, that would be worth close to £500m - one of the largest such agreements ever struck by English football's top flight. Sky News has learnt that the 20 Premier League clubs were briefed at a meeting on Friday…
Tech Digest daily roundup: Hogwarts Legacy set to become biggest video game release of 2023
Hogwarts Legacy, a major video game adaptation of the wizarding world created by JK Rowling, has arrived, following a fierce online debate. An open-world adventure title like this has been at the top of some Harry Potter fans' wish lists for some time. But others are calling for a boycott because of Rowling's public comments…
Nissan’s modified Ariya e-4ORCE takes on the ultimate electric expedition
Nissan's modified Ariya e-4ORCE is preparing to embark on the world-first electric expedition from the magnetic North Pole to the South Pole. Arctic Trucks, a specialist in polar expedition vehicles, has collaborated with Nissan design and engineering teams to prepare the expedition Ariya for conditions that will include ice fields, deep snow, mountain climbs and…
Tech Digest daily roundup: Google AI chatbot error knocks $100bn off shares
Google is searching for ways to reassure people that it is still out in front in the race for the best artificial intelligence technology. And so far, the internet giant seems to be coming up with the wrong answer. An advert designed to show off its new AI bot, showed it answering a query incorrectly.…
1 in 8 Brits who use internet dating have been targeted by romance scam
One in eight Brits (12%) who have tried internet dating have been targeted by romance or phishing scams, research by cybersecurity company NordVPN can reveal. These cons see fraudsters match with another user and then try to drain their bank account, either by dangling the promise of a romantic relationship or encouraging them to share personal details. …
GRIDSERVE announces installation of 32 High Power chargers
Following over 100 High Power chargers installed in 2022, GRIDSERVE is accelerating into 2023 with 32 new High Power chargers at four new Electric Super Hubs. The new High Power chargers, capable of up to 350kW, are located on some of the UK’s busiest roads. For those heading to Stonehenge on the A303, eight High…
Tech Digest daily roundup: Microsoft announces Bing with built-in ChatGPT AI
Microsoft has announced a new version of its search engine Bing, which incorporates the latest in artificial intelligence. The overhaul deploys OpenAI's ChatGPT technology, which has taken the world by storm since its launch last year. The move is by far the biggest threat Google has seen to its dominance in web search - and…
A third of Brits unaware of 5G speed potential, Uswitch survey reveals
A new survey conducted by Uswitch.com has revealed that a third of Brits are still unaware of 5G speed potential, with 6 in 10 also believing that background apps should be closed to save battery life. Almost seven in 10 (69%) Brits are sceptical about the facts surrounding 5G, including the claim that 5G is expected to…
Relationships matter more than emotion for Instagram likes
The emotional buzz of receiving a like to an Instagram post can leave people more disposed to return a like in the future. However, it’s the status of the relationship that is the overriding factor in determining the tap of approval, according to a study from the University of Bath. Close friends can expect a…
Future Technological iGaming Trends
Slots are one of the most popular games around the world, both in land-based and online casinos. There are many variations to choose from, whether it’s the number of reels in a game or its theme, there’s something for everyone. Slot game developers are continuing to outdo themselves when it comes to designs, graphics, and…