TikTok expands into ecommerce: Social media shopping seeing a boom on back of pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic and associated lockdowns brought about many behavioral changes amongst individuals as they were forced to adapt to the ‘new normal’. As many…
Embark: Canine genomics company nipping at the heels of human genetics research
Genetic testing for dogs has surged in recent years, fueled by companies that echo popular at-home tests for humans, offering a deep dive into a…
NextGen retail trading aims to attract a wider customer base
Tech evolution and the increasingly relevant role of apps in the life of new generations, has led to a cross-sector democratization of services that were…
Netflix’s Squid Game raises questions over net neutrality: Streaming places growing burden on internet providers around the world
Just one month after its release, Netflix’s South Korean drama, Squid Game, became the company’s most-watched original show. The show has beat the streaming service’s…
China Tech Crackdown: Anti-monopoly reform clips the wings of some major technology firms and collects data
Chinese government crackdown on some of the fastest-growing economic sectors arguing data security and governance disclosure issues, or at least those were the grounds argued…
The Not Company: Food tech unicorn in the alternative protein race
NotCo is a Chilean food-tech company that produces plant-based dairy and meat substitutes. It uses artificial intelligence to make plant-based food that looks, smells, functions,…
Comcast and ViacomCBS join forces to challenge Netflix and Disney+: Streaming war set to intensify further
Comcast and ViacomCBS have announced that they will be joining together to launch a new video on-demand platform in Europe. The new streaming platform will…
Shortages and trade tensions call for EU strategic semiconductors autonomy
The European Commission has announced the kick-start of two new industrial alliances to further develop its chipmaking production capacity and cutting-edge tech. The need for…
Getir: Turkish delivery startup worth more than Deliveroo and Morrisons
Getir, a Turkish rapid grocery delivery startup, pioneered the concept of offering convenience-store items in as little as 10 minutes in Turkey several years ago….
LEGO unveils prototype for recycled brick: Company’s quest for sustainability continues
The toy industry as a whole has come under fire in recent years as growing awareness surrounding plastic pollution has entered the public consciousness. The…