Digital data is accumulating at an unprecedented rate. The need for reliable, long-term storage solutions is becoming increasingly urgent. Traditional methods are struggling to keep up with the demand. However, new technologies are emerging to address this challenge. From holographic storage to glass panel data preservation, these advancements promise to revolutionize how we store information. […]

In the realm of data transmission, speed is everything. In February, at CERN’s Large Hadron Collider in Switzerland, a ground-breaking IT update unfolded. Two network engineers, Edwin Verheul and Joachim Opdenakker, were tasked with setting up a data link that could deliver an astounding speed of 800 gigabits per second (Gbps). This speed is mind-blowing, […]

A Texas start-up, Aerolane, is putting the spotlight on an innovative approach to air cargo. Inspired by how geese fly in a V-formation, Aerolane is developing cargo gliders known as the “flying piano,” aimed at revolutionising air freight. This unique method relies on one plane towing another to surf the air currents created by the […]

Modern computing’s hunger for electricity is on the rise. By 2026, energy consumption by data centres, artificial intelligence (AI), and cryptocurrency could double compared to 2022, matching Japan’s annual energy needs. However, an alternative approach to building computers could mitigate this demand. Neuromorphic computing, inspired by the brain’s architecture, promises a future of more energy-efficient […]

At first glance, a small, flickering screen might seem like a throwback to the 1980s. However, this unassuming display represents the cutting-edge of screen technology. The secret behind it is perovskite light emitting diode (PeLED) technology. Unlike current LED screens, PeLEDs promise thinner, cheaper devices with longer battery life while integrating advanced features such as […]

Cloud computing has revolutionised how businesses handle data, offering scalable and flexible solutions. However, some companies are now questioning its cost-effectiveness and other potential drawbacks. The shift from cloud reliance to other models is exemplified by firms like 37signals, who have found significant financial benefits in moving away from the cloud. As more businesses examine […]

It’s common for Arun Kumar to set up his fruit stall daily on a bustling street in Mumbai. Over the past seven years, this has been no easy task. But one thing has made his job easier: UPI. Unified Payments Interface (UPI), an app-based instant payment system launched in 2016, allows users to transfer money […]

Shopping habits have changed a lot since the Covid pandemic. For younger people, the difference between social media and online shopping has blurred. With TikTok becoming super popular, a new trend called #TikTokMadeMeBuyIt started. The hashtag has been used over seven billion times, showing how closely social media and shopping are linked now. The big […]

Generative AI has created new opportunities for improving public services. Governments are testing AI chatbots to provide advice on benefits, taxes, and other issues. Early chatbots had limited abilities, but newer models promise human-like responses. However, mistakes or “hallucinations” still occur. For example, the UK’s GOV.UK Chat is based on ChatGPT and aims to help […]