In a UK first, energy giant RWE has successfully trialled bubble curtain technology at its Sofia Offshore Wind Farm to protect marine life from the noise generated during offshore wind construction. A Breakthrough for British Waters This kind of system, already in use across parts of Europe, is designed to dramatically reduce the impact of underwater noise during piling,…
If you have something newsworthy to say then getting the right PR contacts to wire out your story has never been easier! This video shows how to compile a list of PR contacts automatically, thereby saving you significant time and hassle.
Think your antivirus is enough? If your browser isn’t secure, your data, and even your logins, could be at risk. Luckily, tightening things up takes just a few minutes. Here’s how: How to lock things down (Chrome example):– Click the three dots in the top right, then go to Settings.– Select Privacy and Security.– Turn on Enhanced Protection under…
It’s been reported that fears of Trump-era tariffs hitting Chinese imports have sparked a wave of iPhone upgrades, with Apple hoping to offset price pressures by ramping up production in India. However, in a recent update (changing daily it seems!) the Trump administration has exempted smartphones and computers from the recently imposed tariffs, including the 10% global tariff and…
In this Tech Insight, we look at Microsoft’s newly promoted set of seven Windows 11 tips—designed to help users get more from the operating system ahead of Windows 10’s looming end-of-life deadline. Hoping To Smooth The Upgrade Path With support for Windows 10 set to end on 14 October 2025, Microsoft is stepping up efforts to showcase the benefits…
A judge has ruled that the UK government’s legal dispute with Apple over encrypted data access must be heard in public, rejecting claims that secrecy was needed for national security reasons. The Encryption Battle That Spilled Into the Open At the heart of this case is Apple’s Advanced Data Protection (ADP) system, a tool designed to give users enhanced…
Meta is introducing stricter controls on how teenagers interact with its apps – including new parental permissions for Instagram and an expanded rollout of Teen Accounts to Facebook and Messenger. More Built-In Restrictions for Younger Teens Meta’s Teen Accounts are getting tougher. Originally launched in September 2024 for Instagram, these accounts are designed to give 13 to 15-year-olds a…
WhatsApp users are pushing back against the forced rollout of Meta’s new AI chatbot, which appears in the app without warning and offers no option to disable it. Forced AI Integration Leaves Users Fuming Meta AI, a chatbot integrated into WhatsApp, is being promoted as a virtual assistant that can answer questions and spark ideas, but its uninvited arrival…
Microsoft has quietly reintroduced its controversial Recall feature in the Windows 11 Release Preview channel for Copilot+ PCs, ahead of a broader launch in 2025. Recall uses AI to take automatic screenshots every few seconds, storing them locally so users can search their screen history using natural language. It’s pitched as a time-saving tool, but one that effectively logs…
Scientists at the University of Oregon have found a cleaner, electrochemical way to create pure iron metal using saltwater and iron oxide, potentially slashing the carbon footprint of one of the world’s dirtiest industries. Why Ironmaking Needs a Rethink Iron is the backbone of global infrastructure. From bridges to buildings and car bodies to cookware, it’s everywhere. Most of…
