Tag: Report

E-Mobility report shows EU’s distribution of charging stations is lopsided

The ACEA E-Mobility Report shows that three countries account for 70 percent of charging stations in EU, but only cover 23 percent of the EU.

Xiaomi ranked second among smartphone vendors as Huawei drops out of top five

The Chinese brand has overtaken Apple, with Xiaomi within touching distance of Samsung as Oppo and Vivo round out the top five for Q2 2021.

Ericsson – Connecting schools has potential to boost GDP by 20%

An EIU report sponsored by Ericsson finds that nations with low broadband have potential to increase in GDP by 20% by connecting schools.

Google is reportedly building a Duolingo rival

The move would make a lot of sense given the data and language tools that Google already possesses, such as its recently showcased LaMDA AI.

Facebook reportedly has a smartwatch with detachable display and cameras

The social media company is reportedly getting into the smartwatch business, but Facebook is yet to confirm whether it’s true.

10 misconceptions organisations have when it comes to cybersecurity

Sophos’ Rapid Response team has compiled a list of the top 10 misconceptions when it comes to cybersecurity, along with dispelling them.

Huawei CEO pushes focus on software as it’s “outside US control”

With US sanctions still imposed on Huawei, the company’s founder and CEO reportedly believes a software focus is the best course of action.

Foldable iPhone reportedly slated for 2023 with 20 million shipped in first year

Industry analyst Ming Chi Kuo has weighed in on the foldable iPhone, with it expected in 2023 and 20 million being shipped in first year.

Facebook expected to announce new audio-focused services today

The announcements from Facebook are expected to be part of larger push into podcasts, as well as newly popular services like Clubhouse.

Recognition software displays racial bias by disproportionately flagging black students

Proctorio’s exam surveillance software has been incorrectly flagging students of colour as it algorithms displays inherent racial bias.

Twitter reportedly held talks to acquire Clubhouse for $4 billion

If you can’t beat em, buy em. That is if the latest report regarding a move to acquire Clubhouse by Twitter is to be believed.

Jeff Bezos reportedly instructed Amazon execs to use Twitter to push back on company’s critics

After coming under fire its treatment of workers, Amazon is firing back on Twitter, with Jeff Bezos reportedly handing down the instruction.

Qualcomm reportedly working on Switch-style handheld gaming console

While Qualcomm has not confirmed rumours, this reported handheld gaming console would be Android-powered and a potential rival to the Switch.

Report says owning cryptocurrencies in India could soon be illegal

According to a report by Reuters, India is looking to make a sweeping ban on cryptocurrencies with a Government-issued coin in the works.

Citrix report shows disconnect between employees & employers on the future of roles

The latest findings from the Citrix Work 2035 report details a concerning disconnect on what future roles will hold in the workplace.

Twitter reportedly testing an undo send feature for tweets

Reportedly being tested for now, Twitter adding an Undo Send feature could prove very useful indeed for those who hit send a bit too quickly.

Chromebooks became very popular last year during the pandemic

According to research firm Canalys, 2020 saw three consecutive quarters of growth for Chromebooks as a result of COVID-19.

Facebook reportedly developing newsletter for independent writers and journalists

Despite it’s continued position of not being a news publisher, Facebook is seemingly working on a new newsletter tool for journalists.