The price of bitcoin, the cryptocurrency that sprang into existence more than a decade ago, has soared over the last year to more than 50,000 dollars. That is good news for investors, but bad news for the climate. As demand has risen, so has mining for more bitcoins, which require heavy internet server use, driving…

Every month, we take a look at the most interesting tech news and share the most intriguing innovations we’ve spotted!What’s happened in the past few weeks? Here are some snippets from the eventful world of innovations.We’ve seen Alphabet shut down Loon, its X Lab internet balloon company. The prince of Saudi Arabia has highlighted his…

The VivaTech Tour, a meeting place for tech industry professionals, has gone virtual. But, unlike so many things adversely affected by the worldwide pandemic, the virtual tour may actually be a good thing. Now, more people than ever can participate and learn from the events.  The tour has been around since 2017, offering people an opportunity…

For the tech ecosystem that is so important to the economy and future of Britain, Brexit, the legal and spiritual exit of the country from the European Union, seems to be more of a speed bump than a towering obstacle.Interviews with tech executives, investors and industry experts suggest that the worst-case scenarios of the potential…

 Looking for a unique gift that will leave a lasting impression? How about a duck? Not just any duck, but Popotte, a smart connected device 18 cm tall with big eyes, a beak, a screen over its belly, and small protruding feet. Made in France, Popotte helps people plan their meals and even keeps track…

Every year is a rollercoaster of up and down economic and political news, but this year’s cycles have been magnified by the lens of a (hopefully) once-in-a-century global pandemic. Some Valleys …There has been more than enough pain to go around. Deliveroo, Monzo, eDreams, Travigo, Atrium are among the many technology companies that have announced significant…