The technology of the spheres, a sphere of high-altitude satellites, could revolutionise our relationship with the planet and the way we interact with it.The technology could be used to deliver healthcare and food in remote villages, or to deliver the internet of things to millions of people.But its use is also used to build and…
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Tech startups with ‘no-fault’ insurance coverage, but still struggling to find customers
Tech startups in the US have had to contend with the fact that they may not be covered by any of the companies’ insurance, and have been struggling to attract new customers.However, one company, Axiom, is looking to address this by offering a no-faults insurance policy, which would cover customers who had their accounts frozen…
How to make a VR video game without using a VR headset
TechCrunch has a new article covering VR games in which players don’t need a VR system to enjoy the experience.TechCrunch’s article titled “Making a VR Video Game without a VR System” outlines a few of the steps needed to create a VR game without a headset.While there are some obvious problems with the article, including…
Tech giants will support blockchain for tax payments, payments, insurance
VB Tech, a technology company based in Austin, Texas, is launching its first-ever blockchain application that uses blockchain technology to make payments.The company is looking for partners for the first phase of the project, which will be a proof of concept that will eventually allow users to use blockchain to make digital payments on the…
‘We need to create a more positive world’ – Spheres
A “better world” is what the BBC’s Technology and Media Unit has been calling for since the launch of the BBCs new Sphere series.It is an attempt to find ways to change the way people interact with the internet, using technology and new media.The aim is to turn the BBC into a “more positive world”…
How to create an instant messaging bot using a smartphone app
A bot that is able to respond to a single message can be as simple as sending a short text message, but it could be as complex as a full-blown virtual assistant that can speak to users through their smartphone.This week, the team behind the new chat bot app MessageBot launched in the US.It’s available…