Oz Social Media Ban For Kids

Australia’s government has enacted legislation prohibiting children under 16 from accessing social media platforms to protect them from the harmful effects of online content, such as cyberbullying, exploitation, and exposure to inappropriate material.  The Online Safety Amendment  Under the new legislation, known as the Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Bill 2024, only just…

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What Is Azure Foundry?

In this Tech Insight, we look at what Azure Foundry is, the challenges it addresses, its key features and benefits, and its role for businesses hoping to embrace the AI revolution. What Is Azure Foundry? Azure Foundry is Microsoft’s latest innovation in AI, offering a comprehensive single platform that unifies the design, deployment, and management…

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Slow Websites Costing UK Businesses £££

A recent study by US-based hosting provider Liquid Web has revealed that slow website performance is costing businesses thousands of pounds per year in revenue and draining resources at an alarming rate.  Slow Websites Costing UK Businesses  The study, which was based on a survey of 206 business owners from industries ranging from ecommerce to…

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Social Media Health Findings

A new study from the University of British Columbia (UBC) has found that it’s how young people use social media, not how long they use it, that matters most in relation to their mental health. Challenging Common Beliefs About Social Media Use The groundbreaking study, led by psychology professor Dr. Amori Mikami, has challenged widespread…

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Apple Warns Against Force-Closing iPhone Apps

It’s been reported that Apple has advised on its discussion forum that force-closing apps on an iPhone can negatively impact device performance and battery life. Contrary to the common belief that swiping apps closed conserves battery, Apple has clarified that recently used apps are not actively running but are in a “standby mode”. Because they are…

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Revolutionary Material Absorbs Over 99% Of Light

Researchers at the Korea Institute of Materials Science (KIMS) have developed a composite material capable of absorbing more than 99 per cent of electromagnetic waves across multiple frequencies. Could Transform Many Industries In an era where technology and sustainability must progress hand-in-hand, the ground-breaking ultra-thin, flexible film could transform industries ranging from energy and telecommunications…

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DOJ Calls for Google to Sell Chrome

The U.S. Department of Justice has proposed that Google divest its Chrome browser as part of efforts to break up the company’s alleged illegal monopoly in online search. The Path to DOJ’s Recommendation The DOJ’s recommendation follows a series of legal challenges aimed at curbing Google’s market dominance. For example, back in October 2020, the…

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What Is ‘Bluesky’ ?

With the Bluesky social media platform becoming the most downloaded app on both the US and UK Apple Stores as users switch from X following the US election, we take a closer look at what Bluesky is and what it offers users. What is Bluesky, and Who Owns It? Bluesky is a social media platform…

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Google’s ‘Shielded Email’ Privacy Feature

It’s been reported that Google is developing ‘Shielded Email’, a feature that creates temporary email aliases to protect users’ primary addresses from spam and misuse by third-party apps and services. What Is Shielded Email? Shielded Email, the feature reportedly being developed by Google, will allow users to create temporary email aliases to protect their primary…

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World’s First AI Deepfake-Detecting Browser

London-based cybersecurity innovator Surf Security has launched a beta version of its pioneering deepfake detection tool, integrated into its Enterprise Zero-Trust Browser®. Deepwater Dubbed the ‘Surf Deepwater’, this tool promises real-time, highly accurate detection of AI-generated deepfakes, potentially revolutionising how organisations can combat this rapidly growing threat. Continue reading … …Free MSP Standard Access Required…

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Enhanced Siri Delayed Until 2026

It’s been reported that although Apple will unveil a more conversational Siri with iOS 19 at WWDC…

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World’s First Wind-Powered DAC Carbon Capture Hub

Dutch climate technology startup Skytree is providing the technology for the world’s first 100 per cent wind-powered…

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“Amazon Haul” Budget Shop

Amazon has announced the launch of a U.S. beta of its new Haul Store, an online shopping…

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Malware That Exploits Facebook Ads

In this insight, in reviewing how a malvertising campaign is hijacking Facebook accounts to spread the SYS01stealer malware,…

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Bitcoin Surges Past $80,000 Amid Trump’s Crypto Revolution

Cryptocurrency Bitcoin’s value has surged past $80,000 for the first time, driven by market optimism following Donald…

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UK Businesses Missed £111 Billion Tech Boost

A recent report from Virgin Media O2 Business and the Centre for Economics and Business Research (Cebr)…

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Apple Faces £3 Billion UK Lawsuit

Apple is facing a £3 billion legal claim in the UK, accused of anti-competitive practices and overcharging…

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Converting Waste Heat Into Power With Wood

Researchers at the University of Limerick (UL) and the University of Valencia have developed a method to…

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Trump’s Tech Transitions

Following Trump’s dramatic election for a second term, we look at what this means for the tech…

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