DeepSeek: a wake-up call for the AI industry
DeepSeek's emergence challenges the AI industry's status quo, proving that innovation isn't solely driven by billion-dollar investments. Developing a competitive model at a fraction of the cost signals a shift where efficiency and strategic execution rival raw spending power. This
Meet the talent: Sílvia Farràs, Thermo-mechanical calculation and design engineer
Place of residence: Spain Position: Thermo-mechanical calculation and design engineer How many projects are you currently working on? Please describe them: I'm currently working on several projects, with my main position as a thermo-mechanical calculation and design engineer at SENER, a leading engineering
Climate chaos: weather and air travel in a warming world
Weather and air travel: In 2024, global temperatures surpassed the critical 1.5°C threshold, accelerating extreme weather events worldwide. Droughts, storms, and shifting jet streams are becoming more intense and unpredictable, disrupting ecosystems, economies, and industries like aviation. With turbulence on
The power of tech hubs: driving innovation and economic growth
In today’s fast-evolving digital landscape, tech hubs have become the epicentres of innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic transformation. These dynamic ecosystems unite startups, established companies, investors, and researchers, fostering collaboration that fuels technological breakthroughs. As the world embraces the Fourth Industrial
Travala: pioneering crypto-powered travel
In an industry long dominated by traditional payment systems, Travala has been at the forefront, disrupting travel bookings with blockchain technology and cryptocurrency payments. Founded in 2017, the site set out to revolutionize how people pay for travel accommodations, flights, and activities by offering seamless crypto payments alongside traditional payments. While presented with the challenge of linking Web3 to a centuries-old industry, Travala has emerged as a global powerhouse with millions of bookings on its record while driving mass adoption of cryptocurrencies. In this interview, we explore
Salama Belghali: empowering leaders for the AI revolution
Salama Belghali is a seasoned finance and tech expert with over 20 years of experience spanning banking, crypto trading, and AI leadership. With a strong foundation in computer science and mathematics, she has successfully transitioned from traditional finance to emerging
BlackBerry on Telecom network threats
In an era where digital connectivity underpins both personal and business communications, telecom networks have become a prime target for nation-state hackers and advanced persistent threats (APTs). Groups like Salt Typhoon and APT41 are intensifying their efforts, exploiting vulnerabilities in
Tech travel: how innovation is changing the way we explore
In the last decade, travel has undergone tremendous changes, and technology has taken the center stage in transforming the way we plan, experience, and document our journeys. Modern tech innovations have made traveling really convenient, efficient, and tailored to suit
Securing the future: Mindgard’s vision for AI security testing
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming industries, but with its expansion comes an often-overlooked challenge: security. Many organizations underestimate the unique cybersecurity risks AI systems introduce, leaving them vulnerable to attacks that traditional security measures cannot detect. While AI is ultimately