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Regulatory hurdles for flying taxis almost cleared
Talk of flying taxis called eVTOLs were all the rage in 2019. But, only now has the concept gathered enough investment and regulatory ticks to be considered a realistic prospect. This time, they really are close to take-off. While aviation endeavours to make biofuel a staple of the industry, can eVTOLs become a popular choice for eco-conscious flyers? Back in 2019, you may recall that big tech start-ups were racing...
Rocket mining robot built to collect water from the Moon’s crust
Aerospace manufacturer Masten Space Systems has built a roaming rover capable of mining water from the moon’s crust using rocket blasts. We’re reportedly closer to achieving one of NASA Artemis’ key goals - establishing a human presence on the Moon within the next three years. Case in point, with the staggering costs of shipping supplies from Earth, how will NASA create a water network on the lunar surface for drinking,...
UK refuses legal air pollution cut amid nation’s first associated death
The UK government has refused to commit to immediately lowering legal air pollution limits following the nation’s first recorded death due to toxic air – in 9-year-old Ella Kissi-Debrah. Those still dubious as to the adverse health effects of air pollution surely won’t be by the end of this story. This week marks the first, and hopefully the last instance that air pollution is directly responsible for claiming a life in...
Fuel tankers and trucks transformed into intricate steel forest works
Conceptual artist Dan Rawlings takes once-pollutant vessels like trucks, vans, and planes and transforms them into hollow 3D sculptures with a message about the power of nature. Some conceptual artists are criticised for how little physical ‘work’ goes into their pieces. Dan Rawlings isn’t one of those types. Based in Gloucestershire, England, each of Rawlings’ installations is a labour of love. Renowned for his intricate carvings into scrap metal and recycled...
10,000 year-old ice preserved to show life before climate change
As part of an international project called Ice Memory, researchers have extracted and stored 10,000 year-old ice from the alps. Completely untouched by climate change, these samples are considered ancient natural artifacts. Apparently, it’s not just seeds being stashed away and preserved in one of a growing number of Arctic ‘Doomsday Vaults.’ This month, a team of researchers ventured to Alagna Velsesia in Vercelli and scaled Monte Rosa, the second largest...
Gen Z are learning the stock market game through social media
According to new data, 41% of all Gen Z investors educated themselves on the stock market and cryptocurrency through social media - predominantly TikTok and Instagram. It appears the meme-stock mania is no short lived thing, and Gen Z intend to mix it with Wall Street suits for the foreseeable future. In just the last six months we’ve witnessed (not for the first time) the immense market power Gen Z possesses. Our...
Wajve aims to become the one-stop financial app for Gen Z
Berlin-based start-up, Wajve, is striving to build a one-stop app for Gen Zers to manage their finances and learn the nuances of banking through guides and live advice. Modern day banking is undeniably all about convenience, certainly when talking to young people. Over the last decade, trips to physical banking branches have given way to companion apps and instant transactions. Similarly, keeping track of what we spend is split between...
iOS 15’s face and thumb ID to revolutionise password security?
Apple believes biometrics are the natural successor to our manual passwords, offering increased security and convenience. We’ll soon put that notion to the test with the rollout of iOS 15. If you’re one of life’s rarest breeds: a person who has never forgotten a password, chances are the ones (or one) you’re currently using probably aren’t all that secure. Now part and parcel of modern day living, passwords are required...
How Gen Z elevated dogecoin from meme to leading cryptocurrency
Dogecoin, a cryptocurrency named after a viral dog meme from years past, has hit an all-time high this month. Here’s how Gen Z and its inherent love of memes carried the movement. Getting your head around the frantically changing world of cryptocurrency can be tricky, but the explosion of dogecoin essentially boils down to the fact that Gen Z really loves memes. Though it seems like cryptocurrency has surged into the...
Gaming giant Razer is engineering a robot to clean ocean waste
Razer, renowned for building top end hardware and accessories, has lent its engineering nous to ocean clean-up efforts. This is said to be the first of many sustainable projects Razer will boost in 2021. When it comes to high end gaming hardware, Razer is one of the first companies that springs to mind. If you’re not big on gaming, take the word of someone writing this article on a Razer...
