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Beauty

Sustainable hair dye made from blackcurrant waste

Chemists have developed an all-natural hair dye made from blackcurrant skins which are normally thrown away

Privacy & Security

Privacy and rewards in new blockchain social network

A new social network used blockchain technology to ensure that users are all equally represented

Advertising and Marketing

Shape-shifting branding shows deep learning AI in action

Artificial intelligence insurance company uses shape-changing blocks to make its work tangible.

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Health & Wellbeing

New walking aid system for people with Parkinson’s disease

A wearable device offers people with Parkinson’s disease walking aid using a visual cue device and tactile insoles.

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Retail

Blockchain technology finances food kiosk owners in Kenya

A company partnership has created a system using blockchain to allow vendors without a credit rating to take out short-term loans.

Construction

Seasonal window glass directs light and heat

Micro mirrors can be applied to regular window glass to direct winter light into the far corners of a room and block heat in the summer.

Computing

Mobile app allows users to build websites and customize domains

A new open-ended application enables users to design, customize and build a website on their phone without coding knowledge.

Automotive

Startup designs smart electric SUV concept

An electrical vehicle startup has released a concept design for a SUV that uses smart technology, including facial recognition and hand gesture controls.

Tech Explained

What is Blockchain?

As part of our new series Tech Explained, we bring you up to speed with the concept of blockchain.

Top Five

We have picked some of the most innovative solutions that use automated technologies to improve business operations, increase safety and deliver a more enhanced service across a variety of business sectors.