Welcome is the hi-tech door that marks the entrance to a new world
If we look at the power that technology has wielded in changing objects and processes that have remained unchanged for decades, we can find few elements untouched by the hi-tech…
IronWeave: blockchain security at enterprise scale
Beyond facilitating Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, Blockchain is a potential remedy to global challenges such as data insecurity. But fundamental limitations stand in the way of its adoption by large…
A startup in Nairobi applies nanotech research to solve the waste problem in the food industry of the Saharan Africa
Nanotec_KE is a social enterprise company that offers Nano solutions for the food systems. It addresses a number of environmental problems related to waste materials that can be recycled and…
Immunising the supply chain: the economics of zero-day
Understanding an adversary’s needs is crucial in defence. While the cost of falling victim to ransomware has skyrocketed, raising the cost for threat actors can be a powerful disincentive. The…
Africa GreenTec powering sub-Saharan communities with solar sites
Torsten Schreiber is the founder of Africa GreenTec which has been around since 2014. The climate change activist started the company because he wanted to bring German engineering to Africa…
Manet, the digital concierge that keeps clients and hoteliers happy
While the world has for years been on the road to digitalisation of all tools in order to simplify and speed up many aspects of everyday life, the arrival of…
Microsoft to remove passwords forever
Users will be asked to provide their fingerprints or other security features Microsoft is now working on creating a passwordless world, where users will be more secure and feel safer.…
Output Sports from the research lab to the training field
One of Ireland’s brightest sports tech start-ups have just announced funding plans and further expansion into the US market. Output Sports which is headquartered at NovaUCD is a wearable tech…
AI and ethics, the power of algorithms depends on humans
Two sides of the same coin: artificial intelligence and ethics. The times when experts in the field posed the question of control over advanced AI systems as fundamental are not…
Amazon introduced the “buy now, pay later” feature
Intense rumors that the colossus is preparing to enter the field of cryptocurrencies The buy-now-pay-later payment model is now used by Amazon, for purchases over $50. Amazon customers will now…