Tech Explained: QR codes
ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); Chances are, if you have seen a print advertisement, you have seen a QR code. Although considered ‘old tech’ by some, this little black-and-white boxes seem to be going through a revival. About 1.3 billion mobile QR code coupons are estimated to have been redeemed last year, and that…
Magnetic treatment optimises brain performance
ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); In the past, Springwise has covered a number of innovations aimed at improving mental health. These have included a device that aids concentration and using VR to help overcome agoraphobia. Now, an exclusive clinic is working to create a way to improve mental performance through direct brain modification.…
Town gets its heat from a data center
ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); Here at Springwise, we have published other energy innovations including power plant that offers energy on demand and a new technology that transforms mine shafts into energy sources. Now, architects in Norway are building an energy-positive town Lyseparken that will get its heat from the town’s data center.…
Digital teacher educates children about renewable energy
ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); New Zealand-based energy company Vector has partnered with artificial intelligence company Soul Machines to create a digital teacher – named Will – for teaching children about renewable energy. Will is an on-screen avatar which students can view from their desktop, tablet or mobile. The technology, developed by Soul…
New space combines co-working with children’s education
ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); We have previously written about how co-working company WeWork has recently branched into education and consultancy Bisnow’s focus on co-working. Campfire, a Hong Kong-founded global network of shared spaces, has taken the next step with the launch of ‘Campfire Campus’. The Campus is a hub that combines a co-working…
Department store launches rotating pop-up installations
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Self-assembled pod provides privacy in open-plan offices
ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); Since the 1990s, there has been a dominant trend of big businesses investing in open-plan offices to accommodate as many staff members as possible. In addition to the space, some thought the setup could encourage employee collaboration or improve office socialising. The turn of the 21st century saw…
Traditional auction house takes on AI artwork
ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); Technology is enabling new ways to create and experience art. In the Czech Republic, a museum art campaign uses haptic virtual reality gloves to allow people with visual impairments to experience sculptures. Another example is a robot illustrator from Italy that produces personalised artwork on any surface. Now,…
Non-invasive OCD treatment approved in the US
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Library posts Instagram versions of books
ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); There has been much discussion lately on the detrimental impact of spending too much time on social media. However, the New York Public Library has recently developed a way to use social media to foster a love of reading. The library partnered with advertising and creative agency Mother…