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Prisoners in the UK may soon benefit from an artificial intelligence system designed to transform how they access and engage with education. EdTech company Coracle has received funding from Innovate UK to work alongside the University of Hertfordshire in developing a system dubbed the “AI cellmate.” This platform would tailor learning content to inmates’ individual needs, adapting in real time to guide them on their educational journeys. Coracle, led by CEO James Tweed, already provides...

Amazon has begun the process of introducing same-day drone deliveries from its warehouse in Darlington, County Durham, in what could be a major milestone for its Prime Air service in the UK. The technology giant is holding a public meeting in the area this week to seek permission from the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to operate drones in the airspace around its facility on the edge of the town. Under the proposed plan, Amazon will...

Whilst the job title may be the same, startup CEOs face very different challenges to CEOs of multinational businesses, pushing them to make use of skills that many other positions may overlook. The skillset needed for a successful CEO is both broad and diverse. Yet, in my experience of taking PushFar from a vision to a leading global platform, there were certain skills that I utilised, that if I had jumped into CEO of a...

Rents across the UK have fallen slightly for the first time in more than five years—although tenants in London are still seeing new highs, according to fresh data from Rightmove. Outside the capital, advertised rental prices dipped by 0.2% to an average of £1,341 per month, the first such decline since late 2019. Although the monthly difference equates to just £3, Rightmove describes it as a “key milestone,” reflecting a slowly improving balance between supply...

Steep price cuts in furniture and fashion have driven retail prices in Britain down this month, though the broader rate of decline has begun to slow. According to the British Retail Consortium (BRC) and market research firm NielsenIQ, shop prices slipped by 0.7% year-on-year in January—less than the 1% annual fall recorded in December. Helen Dickinson, chief executive of the BRC, explained the trend: “Extensive January sales were good news for bargain hunters, but less...

Get insights on Indonesia’s property prices expected to change by 2025. Predicted to ascend to upwards of USD 68.55 billion, the market is primed for considerable enlargement, spurred by city growth and an increasingly affluent middle sector. Government-driven schemes such as the 3 million homes project should bolster the industry, along with the thriving areas around Jakarta improving transport, thereby nurturing the appetite for residence and offices through 2025. Property value trends in Indonesia 2025...

At Copper Mountain Technologies (CMT), every role contributes to one mission – enabling engineers worldwide to achieve their full potential with innovative RF test and measurement solutions. This philosophy drives their hiring process. With its base in Indiana, an R&D office and service center in Cyprus, and sales offices in Singapore, London, and Miami, Copper Mountain Technologies has a global workforce. The company, which develops innovative RF test and measurement solutions for engineers worldwide, prioritizes...

Car longevity is a critical aspect for modern drivers. Purchasing a vehicle is not just a one-time investment but also entails long-term maintenance costs. The longer a car serves, the more cost-effective it becomes over time. Several factors influence a car’s longevity, including the quality of its components, regular maintenance, driving conditions, and the state of its electrical system. Let’s explore these in more detail. Key Factors That Determine a Car’s Longevity Quality of Components...

The rapid automation of millions of jobs through artificial intelligence could intensify economic inequality across the UK unless the government steps in with targeted support, according to a new study by the Institute for the Future of Work (IFOW). The three-year report found that businesses and workers alike face wide-ranging challenges, from rising skills gaps to concerns about job security and wellbeing, as AI-powered systems become more prevalent in factories, offices, and the public sector....

Two hundred British companies have now made the four-day working week a permanent fixture for all staff—without cutting salaries—a move heralded by supporters as a fundamental reinvention of the country’s work culture. The latest figures from the 4 Day Week Foundation show these organisations together employ over 5,000 people, with charities, marketing agencies and technology firms among the most enthusiastic adopters. Proponents argue the traditional Monday-to-Friday pattern is no longer compatible with modern lifestyles, with...