Cybersecurity experts take control of Peloton Bike+
Today, McAfee's Advanced Threat Research (ATR) is releasing a vulnerability disclosure for the Peloton Bike+. This vulnerability could allow someone with physical access to the bike, or access during any point in the supply chain (from construction to delivery), to gain remote access to the Peloton’s tablet, including the camera, microphone and personal data. During COVID-19, Peloton…
1 in 4 female tech professionals uncomfortable asking for pay rise, claims study
The latest annual report from specialist tech staffing firm Nigel Frank International has found that many women in the tech industry are still uncomfortable asking for a raise, and are less likely to receive one following their negotiation. The survey asked IT professionals from around the world their opinions on the Microsoft Dynamics ecosystem, including…
ShinyShiny tech round up: Jaguar Land Rover developing hydrogen vehicle
Jaguar Land Rover is developing a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle based on the new Defender SUV and plans to begin testing the prototype next year. The prototype program, known as Project Zeus, is part of JLR’s larger aim to only produce zero-tailpipe emissions vehicles by 2036. JLR has also made a commitment to have zero…
3 Tips to Setting Up a Realistic Budget
When times get tough, one can quickly start to feel the anxiety creeping in, not to mention the helplessness of working hard every day and not being enough to get you through the month. With groceries, fuel, and rent getting more expensive, many people have started to look around them and re-evaluate how they spend…
Piaggio ONE e-scooter – available from £2500 from July
Piaggio has announced further details of its ONE e-scooter. Designed in Italy and intended for a young audience, “ONE” made its debut at the Beijing Motor Show at the end of May. It will be available in the UK from the end of July with prices starting at £2500. Inspired by the Piaggio tradition that…
ShinyShiny tech round up: NHS Digital database delayed until September
The creation of a central NHS digital database from GP records in England will be delayed by two months, the government has announced. The system was due to begin on 1 July, but the date has now been pushed back to 1 September. The NHS had been calling for a delay to allow patients more…
UK adults spent more time online in 2020 than those from other nations
UK adults spent more time online on computers, smartphones or tablets in 2020 than those in other European countries, according to Ofcom’s annual study into the nation’s online habits. Its Online Nation 2021 report looked at an unprecedented year, when communication, entertainment, culture, retail, work and education moved more online. UK adults spent more than…
How to Pick Real Money Slots
Slots are the most provided of all casino games; thus, selecting an ideal one is a challenging feat. The feat is especially critical to undertake well with real money slots since actual cash is on the line. However, knowing the elements to look out for eases the task. Here are the best features to look…
E-bike sales set to soar post pandemic, claims VOLT survey
Research released today reveals Britons are considering buying e-bikes to return to work as restrictions ease in a bid to avoid public transport. According to a nationwide survey of UK adults by UK-based electric bike manufacturer, VOLT, the desire to purchase an e-bike has significantly risen, with around one fifth (18%) of the UK suggesting…
ShinyShiny Tech round up: iPhone 13 will be ‘thicker than iPhone 12’
Not so long ago we heard that the iPhone 13 range might have bigger batteries than the iPhone 12 range, and now we’re hearing that – predictably – that’s made the phones thicker too. We’re not sure exactly how much thicker, but leaker Jon Prosser claimed that based on the latest, most up to date CAD (computer-aided design) files that…
