Tech Explained: Infrared sensors
ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); Infrared (IR) sensors can be found almost everywhere – think of computer mice, TV remotes and digital cameras. Advancements in sensor technology may soon expand their use into things like augmented-reality glasses and driverless cars. So, how do infrared sensors work and how are they being used to…
US startup creates Arab-language platform for podcasts
ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); Spotted: US-based startup PODU is developing one of the first platforms to promote and develop Arab-language podcasts. Its creator, University of Chicago student Wessam Abozeid, said he was inspired to create PODU after he realised language was a barrier for Arab-language podcasters. The lack of English-language skills made…
Swiss brand develops new foam tech for running shoes
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New social network focuses exclusively on audio
ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); Spotted: We’ve seen specialised social media networks that provide crime alerts, aid scientists in collaboration, and help users crowdsource therapy. Startup Riffr offers a platform that focuses purely on sound. Think of Twitter and Instagram, but instead of posting words or images, Riffr users post audio clips. Users…
Fintech startup builds a smart cash register for Polish businesses
ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); Spotted: Polish startup iPOS has developed a smart cash register that is making it easier and cheaper for small businesses to accept credit cards and track sales online. The iPOS system combines a payment terminal with smart technology, real-time data collection and a printer to meet Poland’s financial reporting requirements. It…
Scientist creates alcohol-alternative that still provides a buzz
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Three US cities join forces to digitally manage scooter traffic
ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); Spotted: Three cities in the United States are teaming up to pilot a new software system that coordinates payments for using rideshare scooters and bikes. Developed by Passport, the platform will provide city governments with a digital infrastructure for coordinating multiple micro-mobility service providers. Commuters will be able…
A co-working space that comes with childcare
ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); Spotted: A London startup says it is the first co-working space in the city where childcare can also be booked on a pay-as-you-go basis. Spaces at Cuckooz Nest can be reserved for as little as one hour and costs for a co-working desk plus the use of the crèche range…
Translation company creates gender-neutral language database
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Research collective uses 3D-scanning to reduce fabric waste
ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); Spotted: Research collective Synflux has come up with a way to reduce fabric waste by creating clothes that fit a person’s body perfectly. The Algorithimic Couture project uses 3D-scanning to determine the measurements and then runs machine-learning algorithms to find the optimum design pattern, bringing fabric waste to zero.…