The introduction of 5G networks was supposed to usher in a new era of technology, with wide-scale IoT deployments, connected cars, and high-speed internet. However, it seems that the deployment of 5G hasn’t proven to be the success it claimed it would be. What...

By Robin Mitchell | 21-06-2023

Despite the fact that legislation is being introduced to improve cybersecurity in modern IoT devices, legacy products that remain in active use are contributing to numerous cyberattacks, with the number of IoT-based attacks increasing by five times.  The Nokia...

By Robin Mitchell | 20-06-2023

IoT devices have long been beneficial for remote control, gathering data, and empowering AI, but just like most technological developments, their advantages are far greater than engineers had originally anticipated. Now, researchers around the world are turnin...

By Robin Mitchell | 19-06-2023

Recently, Senoptica Technologies announced the development of a printable sensor that can be used in food packaging to determine if food has started to expire. What challenges does food expiration present, what did Senoptica Technologies develop, and how can i...

By Robin Mitchell | 19-06-2023

As AI continues to permeate various industries, concerns are escalating about its potential impacts and the significant societal shifts it could trigger, which may not always be beneficial. A new article published by the Telegraph highlights how AI is now bein...

By Robin Mitchell | 15-06-2023

For the longest time, those who swear by EVs would argue that they are more cost-effective due to their lower running costs. However, recent reports indicate that changes in electric prices have now made them more expensive to run compared to fossil fuel vehic...

By Robin Mitchell | 15-06-2023

Recently, researchers from UNSW Sydney published their findings on a newly developed stretchable electronics technology that is expected to help accelerate the organ-on-chip industry. What challenges does live-tissue testing present, what did the researchers d...

By Robin Mitchell | 13-06-2023

Paul Whytock, a seasoned technology correspondent with over thirty years of experience in the electronics industry and a former design engineer with Ford Motor Company, explores the shift from C++ to Rust in automotive software.  Automotive Software's Evolutio...

By Paul Whytock | 12-06-2023

Recently, researchers from Caltech demonstrated what they claim is the first time power has been gathered in space and beamed to Earth, creating plenty of media hype. This demonstration is part of Caltech's Space Solar Power Project (SSPP), an ambitious initia...

By Robin Mitchell | 12-06-2023

Recently, researchers from the University of Hawaii demonstrated a new sweat collector developed using 3D printing technologies that could help pave the way to cheaper body-sensing solutions. Wearable biosensors are a rapidly evolving technology with the poten...

By Robin Mitchell | 08-06-2023

In the ever-evolving world of technology, the demand for computational power is a constant. As engineers continue to push the boundaries of what's possible, the need for more robust and efficient systems becomes increasingly apparent. This is particularly true...

By Robin Mitchell | 02-06-2023

Getting a diagnosis for sleep disorders can be extremely expensive, and this often leads to many with long-lasting conditions such as sleep apnoea which can harm health. Now, researchers have developed a new wearable sensor and accompanying software tools to d...

By Robin Mitchell | 01-06-2023

Recently, researchers from MIT published their work on an electronic glove that can be used to control dreams and help inspire creativity. Why is trying to control dreams generally challenging? What did the researchers develop, and how could it be used to help...

By Robin Mitchell | 30-05-2023

Autonomous vehicles are dependent on advanced sensor systems such as LiDAR and cameras, but damage to their lenses can result in traffic accidents, something which is already introducing challenges. Recently, researchers from Korea have developed a lens with s...

By Robin Mitchell | 30-05-2023