Editor: Porcia Akua Holmes
742 published articles
Tracks the evolution of software development, consumer technology with a focus on smartphones, wearables and connected devices. Specializes in observing how new products enter the market, how users actually interact with them and where expectations diverge from real-world performance. Reports on the intersection between product design, user behavior and digital lifestyle trends, highlighting what matters beyond launch announcements and marketing narratives.
Articles by Editor: Porcia Akua Holmes
742 total
AI Law Firm Wins English Court Case in Legal First
Garfield AI, an artificial intelligence law firm, won an English court case for an HR consultant over an unpaid debt. The victory marks an apparent first for AI in legal proceedings.
SAT Scores Resurface as Job Application Requirement
Some employers are asking job applicants for SAT scores, reviving a controversial hiring practice linked to socioeconomic bias.
Modular Laser Engraver Brings Big Potential and Bigger Risks
Creality's Falcon T1 offers interchangeable laser modules but costs up to $10K and suffers from beta-level support and staggered module availability.
OpenAI Launches Initiative to Automate Bug Fixing for Open Source Projects
OpenAI's Daybreak program introduces Patch the Planet, an initiative using AI to help open source projects identify and patch vulnerabilities faster, addressing a critical gap in software supply chain security.
SpaceX Starfall Test Aims to Reshape Global Cargo Delivery From Orbit
SpaceX is set to launch its secretive Starfall reentry vehicle, a saucer-shaped pod designed to deliver cargo anywhere on Earth from low-Earth orbit. The first test flight will demonstrate parachute-assisted splashdown in the Pacific Ocean.
GM Installs 50 Robots at EV Plant While 1,300 Workers Remain Idle
General Motors added about 50 robot arms at its Detroit EV factory, sparking union anger as over 1,000 laid-off workers await recall.
London Faces AI Skills Gap as Half of Businesses Report Unprepared Workforce
A new survey reveals half of London companies say their workforce lacks skills to meet AI demands. Businesses plan to boost training investments to close the gap.
Power On: The Hidden Cost of Always-On Devices
Always-on devices quietly consume significant energy over time.
AI Software Triggers Historic Shift Away From Per-Seat Pricing Model
The $300 billion market rout in January 2025 signals the end of traditional SaaS. AI-native vertical software, priced on outcomes, is targeting the $2 trillion white-collar services market.
Realism of AI Ultrasound Images Prompts Medical Misuse Fears
A prominent critic concedes Midjourney generates ultrasound scans indistinguishable from clinical images. The admission highlights risks of medical deepfakes and gaps in regulation.
Virginia Lawsuit Targets Ring's Visitor Facial Recognition Without Consent
A class action lawsuit alleges Ring's Familiar Faces feature collects biometric data from visitors and passersby without their knowledge, challenging the opt-in model.
Tech Giants Commit $1 Billion to Carbon Removal Startups
Google, Anthropic and Salesforce lead a nearly $1 billion pledge for future carbon removal credits, signaling confidence in the emerging industry.