Restaurant finds its service is slower because you’re spending too much time staring at your phone
By Brad Reed From BGR If you find that service at your favorite restaurant isn’t as speedy as it once was, don’t blame your waiter — instead, blame all the people who spend tons of time messing around on their…
Programmer facing paralysis codes new voice
By Stephen Beckett From BBC Locked-in syndrome is a devastating condition in which a person can lose control over nearly all of their body, while their mental abilities are unaffected. One programmer, faced with this prospect, is using his skills…
20 Years ago, Apple and Kodak launched the digital camera revolution
By Stewart Wolpin From Mashable Back in Apple’s dark ages — during Steve Jobs’ interregnum in the mid-1990s — the company experimented with some strange products. Everyone remembers the ill-fated Newton PDA, for instance, which was considered ahead of its…
FATCA is here but are systems fit for purpose?
The introduction of additional layers of complex regulation has led to financial institutions deploying a variety of systems to deal with new processes and procedures in order to remain compliant. In the article below, Chris Eaton of Blue Bison Software…
The state of women in technology: 15 data points you should know
By Lyndsey Gilpin From Tech Republic There’s a massive gender gap in the technology industry, and it’s important to be aware of the facts. Here are 15 key statistics on the state of women in tech. By 2020, there will…
The most annoying problem in computing is still unsolved
By Kevin RooseFollow From New York Mag When I travel these days, I tend to look like a walking Radio Shack – cords bursting out of my pockets, bag overflowing with chargers and accessories. Partly, this is my own fault…
Samsung forecasts 25% drop in profit
From BBC Samsung Electronics has forecast a 25% drop in profit for the second quarter due to a slowdown in the smartphone market and a strong Korean currency. It expects to make an operating profit of 7.2 trillion won ($7.1bn;…
Cayman Islands technology/Caribbean leaders on risk reduction
Cayman Islands: Technology: A key business driver Article by Richard Munday Published by Cayman Finance Cayman’s mature information and communications technology infrastructure has been an important draw for businesses to domicile in this jurisdiction, as highly prized as its high…
3D printed organs/Awesome apps
Scientists have figured out how to create blood vessels in 3D printed organs By Nicole Lee From engadget While 3D-printed organs sound like a great idea — imagine no longer waiting around for a transplant — a major hurdle for…
Harley-Davidson debuts electric motorcycle
By The Associated Press From Mashable MILWAUKEE — Harley-Davidson will unveil its first electric motorcycle next week, and President Matt Levatich said he expects the company known for its big touring bikes and iconic brand to become a leader in…
