FinTech startups are on the rise nowadays. Thanks to innovative technologies like blockchain and artificial intelligence (AI), it’s easier than ever to revolutionize the finance sector. However, getting a FinTech startup off the ground is far from simple. It requires immense amounts of research and planning in order to be properly ready for launch.
Answering nature’s call shouldn’t be so hard! Here are some trends we might see become commonplace in the public restrooms of the future. Clean public
Almost every one of us has a subscription to a streaming service today. We listen to music on platforms such as Spotify, watch films on Netflix and read books on a Kindle. But the subscription economy goes far beyond these services. Today, you can subscribe to literally anything, such as smoothies, food boxes and even underwear. There are even subscriptions to services that really need to be a one-time purchase, such as headphones and car features.
Personal hygiene has become a pressing thought in people’s minds ever since the COVID-19 pandemic began. From 2020, people have become more aware of contaminated surfaces and are worried about getting infected with the virus in public places.
In May 2022, the Swedish band ABBA reunited to perform a concert looking exactly like they used to back in the 70s when they first rose to fame. The concert featured digital versions (called ABBA-tars) of the group created using motion capture technology. Fans were thrilled to see ABBA, saying that it felt like they had gone back in time and that the technology was outstanding.
Smartwatches have become increasingly popular over the years, and it’s no surprise why. They provide you with a convenient way to stay connected on the go, monitor your fitness activity and more. But if you’re on a budget, finding a quality smartwatch can be tricky. That’s why we have put together this list of four budget-friendly smartwatches that you should consider buying in 2023.
COVID-19 has taken a toll on public health globally since 2019, and pharmaceutical companies have been competing to offer new medical products to the public. Simultaneously, the pandemic has brought a global surge in black-market vaccines, posing an extreme threat to public health.
The past few years have seen digital or virtual currencies come to the fore, thanks to the rise of cryptocurrency. Basically, digital currency is money that only exists virtually. Arguably the most popular, crypto is not the only digital currency in circulation today. There’s also central bank digital currency (CBDC), i.e. currency launched by central banks of countries, and stablecoins. As per a survey by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), over 100 countries out of its 159 members are exploring CBDCs in the near future.
Cryptocurrency can be a difficult concept to understand. Is it something fluffy out on the internet or is it an actual currency? The difference between cash currency and cryptocurrency is how the latter uses virtual coins or tokens. And the idea of cryptocurrency is that you can trade with other people who own crypto without depending on a bank. Let’s look at how to use cryptocurrency.
After a turbulent year of market crashes and bankruptcy filings from firms like FTX and BlockFi, things have not been looking great for the crypto market. Many cryptocurrencies crashed hard in the past year. For instance, on December 31, 2021, Bitcoin was worth US$46,224.39, but as of December 20, 2022, it was only trading at US$16,794.
As we head into 2023, everyone has one new year’s resolution: to get fitter and healthier. But just going to the gym isn’t going to cut it. Fitness requires systematic changes to your diet and overall lifestyle.
Entrepreneurs play an indelible role in our everyday lives. From the iPhone you might be using to read this article to the numerous apps on your phone—everything is a product of innovation and a stroke of entrepreneurial genius.
Postura is a mock startup created as part of the Jumpstart STEM Entrepreneur program. The project aims to create smart athleisure wear to provide instant posture feedback while the wearer is exercising. The team hopes to continue developing Postura and is seeking investors and further mentorship to create a working physical prototype.
As technology advances, so does the ability to bring innovations and solutions to the healthcare industry. In recent years, we’ve seen some impressive healthtech advancements, with companies like Apple and Google creating their health-tracking platforms and telehealth (providing healthcare remotely via telecommunications such as computers, tablets and smartphones) becoming more mainstream.
In November 2022, San Francisco city officials voted for the use of robots in the police force. These robots were meant to help police officers incapacitate violent criminals and were also authorized to use deadly force to stop crime. But just under a month after being approved, the city was forced to take back its decision due to massive public outcry.
We are all unique. No, this is not pep talk; it’s a fact. We are all physically unique. Humans come with identifiers that are impossible to be found in others. Our fingerprints, DNA and even faces for the most part (one in every 42 children is born a twin). There are distinguishing features in all of us that have proven beneficial for security purposes across industries.
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