Google solar-powered drone crashes in test flight
Google’s solar-powered drone has crashed landed in a New Mexico desert, putting a dent into the web giant’s plans to deliver internet to more of the world’s population.
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Intel buys Internet of Things firm Altera for $16.7bn
Intel has bought Altera for $16.7bn in cash after months of negotiation, as the electronics giant looks to expand further into the internet of things sector.
The rise of ‘Citizen Editors’: Social media and mobile put people in control of news
People have adapted to the 24/7, immersive media environment by developing editorial controls and filters, with 56 per cent of people saying they don’t feel bombarded by content or messaging, according to a new survey.
Wearables and smart watches top list of most ‘overhyped’ technologies
The Apple Watch is more hype than substance, while Whatsapp, Meerkat, and Periscope are among this year’s top priorities for marketers, according to new research.
Google plans Android-based ‘Internet of Things’ operating system
Google is building an Android-powered operating system code-named Brillo that will run on low-powered devices and requires no screen to function, according to a news report.
Unilever awards iBeacon firm Glimr $50,000 start-up prize
Unilever has crowned UK digital firm Glimr the winner of its international Scale Up competition at the Digital Shoreditch festival in London.
Hacked billboard shows obscene images between ads
In a stark reminder of the threats posed to new ad technology, an electronic billboard in the US has been hacked to show a pornographic image.
Cashless payments overtake notes and coins in UK
For the first time cashless payments have become more popular than transactions using coins and notes in the UK, according to new data.
Online retailers falling short in personalised messages
Only a quarter (26%) of online retailers in the UK are sending insight-driven personalised communications to customers, according to new research.
L’Oreal reveals plans for 3D printed skin
L’Oreal is developing a 3D printing process to create human skin, which could be used in product tests to avoid animal testing. The French cosmetics giant has partnered bioprinting startup Organovo to figure out how to 3D print living, breathing derma that can be used to test products for toxicity and efficacy. “We’re the first … [Read more…]