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Sustainability-in-Tech : New Clean Energy Materials In 2 Years (Not 20)

Danish startup PhaseTree says its combined use of multi-scale modelling techniques means it can create new materials for clean energy technologies in just 2 years (instead of the usual 20), i.e., a speed 10 times faster than traditional methods. Who is PhaseTree and What Do They Do? Copenhagen-based startup, PhaseTree, was founded in 2021 as … Continue reading Sustainability-in-Tech : New Clean Energy Materials In 2 Years (Not 20)


Video Update : Personalising ChatGPT Via It’s ‘Memory’

ChatGPT has a ‘memory’ feature which you should know about because you might wish to amend what is known about you (for security if nothing else) and also because you can add and delete ‘memories’ and thereby change the outputs you get. [Note – To Watch This Video without glitches/interruptions, It may be best to … Continue reading Video Update : Personalising ChatGPT Via It’s ‘Memory’


Tech Tip – Check if Your Phone Supports eSIM

Ditching the plastic SIM? eSIMs make switching networks seamless, but not all phones support them. Here’s how to check if your phone does. How to Check if Your Phone is eSIM-Compatible For iPhones: – Go to Settings > General > About. – Scroll down to find EID (Embedded Identity Document). – If an EID is … Continue reading Tech Tip – Check if Your Phone Supports eSIM


Featured Article : OpenAI Launches Sora (in the UK) and GPT-4.5

OpenAI has launched Sora, its AI-powered video generation tool, and GPT-4.5, its latest and most advanced language model, in the UK, marking a major leap in artificial intelligence technology and sparking debate across creative and technological industries. What is Sora and Why Has It Only Just Arrived in the UK? Sora is OpenAI’s revolutionary text-to-video … Continue reading Featured Article : OpenAI Launches Sora (in the UK) and GPT-4.5


Tech Insight : What To Do If Your Mobile Is Stolen?

In this article, we look at the key actions to take if your mobile phone is stolen, how to protect your data, and ways to reduce the risk of theft in the first place. Phone Theft on the Rise Mobile phone theft is an increasing concern in the UK, with incidents on the rise, particularly … Continue reading Tech Insight : What To Do If Your Mobile Is Stolen?


Tech News : May 2025 : Skype Retiring

Microsoft has confirmed that it will retire Skype in May 2025, marking the end of an era for the once-revolutionary internet calling service. Teams Instead The company plans to shift its focus entirely to Microsoft Teams, which it describes as a modern communication and collaboration platform better suited to today’s needs. Years of Declining Relevance … Continue reading Tech News : May 2025 : Skype Retiring


Tech News : Musicians Unite in Silence, Protesting AI Copyright Reforms

Over 1,000 musicians have released a silent album, Is This What We Want?, in protest against UK copyright law changes that would allow AI companies to use copyrighted material without creators’ permission. A Symbolic Protest The album, comprising 12 tracks of ambient studio sounds, symbolises the artists’ concerns about the potential erosion of their rights and … Continue reading Tech News : Musicians Unite in Silence, Protesting AI Copyright Reforms


Company Check : Secure and Private AI Note-Taker

Munich-based startup Bliro has developed a new AI-powered tool that transcribes conversations in real time while ensuring privacy and compliance. No Recordings or Video The tool is designed for businesses that require accurate meeting notes while maintaining strict privacy and compliance standards, such as GDPR. For example, the AI assistant extracts key details from conversations … Continue reading Company Check : Secure and Private AI Note-Taker


Security Stop Press : Invisible AI Usage Poses Security Risks for Enterprises

A new report has revealed that 89 per cent of enterprise Generative AI (GenAI) usage happens without IT oversight, thereby exposing organisations to data leaks and unauthorised access. Many employees use GenAI tools through personal accounts, making security enforcement nearly impossible. The Enterprise GenAI Data Security Report 2025 by LayerX highlights that while GenAI adoption … Continue reading Security Stop Press : Invisible AI Usage Poses Security Risks for Enterprises


Sustainability-in-Tech : New Reactor Fastest Route to Commercially Viable Fusion Power

German startup Proxima Fusion has revealed a new fusion reactor design, ‘Stellaris’, which it claims is the fastest route to commercially viable fusion power. What Is Fusion Energy? Nuclear fusion, the reaction that powers the sun, occurs when two atomic nuclei combine to form a heavier nucleus, releasing vast amounts of energy. Unlike nuclear fission … Continue reading Sustainability-in-Tech : New Reactor Fastest Route to Commercially Viable Fusion Power