In the ever-evolving landscape of mobile technology, several trends emerge that redefine the user experience. Among these, Fleksy, a groundbreaking keyboard application, has gained significant traction thanks to an innovative approach to funding. Having successfully...
The Evolution of Trueface: A Journey Towards Ethical Facial Recognition
In a world increasingly reliant on technology, the quest for enhanced and ethical facial recognition software has taken center stage. One remarkable story in this arena is that of Trueface.ai, founded by visionaries Shaun Moore and Nezare Chafni. They embarked on an...
Unlock the Future at TC Sessions: Robotics & AI @ UC Berkeley
Mark your calendars for April 18, as TechCrunch’s TC Sessions: Robotics & AI is set to take the Bay Area by storm! Hosted at UC Berkeley’s iconic Zellerbach Hall, this event promises not just excitement, but a plethora of opportunities for anyone intrigued by the...
Fingervision: The Innovative Robot Skin Transforming Touch Sensation
In an age where robotics is pushing boundaries and redefining capabilities, Fingervision stands out as a masterclass in ingenuity and affordability. Designed to empower machines with a semblance of touch, this revolutionary technology is not just about aesthetics;...
Decoding Brexit’s Impact on UK Tech Talent: A New Chapter of Uncertainty
The announcement of Brexit sent ripples through various sectors, with the tech industry feeling the heat acutely. While the political landscape continues to evolve, leaders in technology, including UK’s digital minister, Matt Hancock, are grappling with a central...
Social Media, Misinformation, and the UK’s Delicate Balancing Act
The landscape of information dissemination has transformed drastically over the last decade, particularly with the advent of social media. In the UK, government officials now face an increasingly complex challenge: addressing the detrimental effects of misinformation...
Facial Recognition Systems: The Challenges of MegaFace and Beyond
In an age dominated by technology, the idea of a surveillance state looms large, raising trepidations about the implications of harnessing facial recognition alongside omnipresent cameras. While advancements in facial recognition algorithms have drastically improved,...
Inside Mark Zuckerberg’s Vision: A Jarvis-like Home AI
In a world increasingly dominated by artificial intelligence, Mark Zuckerberg's aspirations to create a home AI that mirrors the functionalities of Jarvis from the Iron Man franchise showcases just how far tech innovation can go. As the CEO of Facebook, Zuckerberg has...
Examining Facebook’s Dark Ads Dilemma: A Call for Systemic Change
In 2018, Facebook found itself at a critical juncture when it admitted to the UK Parliament the existence of thousands of dark ads perpetrating scams. These ads not only defamed well-known consumer advice figure Martin Lewis but also exposed a deeper, systemic issue...