Could a working conditions rating system protect gig economy workers?
University of Manchester Professor Richard Heeks told Techworld how the Fairwork Foundation plans to improve working conditions
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NBA digital media VP reveals how tech is transforming fan experience
UGC, interactive broadcasts, mobile viewing and social media communities are the key pillars supporting fan engagement
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Jeff Bezos is now in the spotlight - and it makes for uneasy viewing
Personal drama erupts as Amazon faces increased public scrutiny
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UK greentech startups to watch
Meet the startups using technology to help the environment
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When robots go wrong: what happens when droids malfunction?
We look at the recent results of robot failures
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How Pinterest got dragged into the content moderation debate
The wholesome social network is being criticised for pushing images of self harm and suicide to young users
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What the Davos technologists missed in this week's skills gap debate
The tech heavyweights at Davos can't see the wood for trees on the skills gap
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CognitionX founders reveal how they’ve built an AI advice platform
The service matches tech questions to specialists drawn from a global network of experts
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Perkbox plans to disrupt the health insurance market with new product
The launch of Perkbox Medical adds cheap insurance and GP consultations to the employee engagement platform
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Who are the UK's venture capital firms?
Here are some of the UK's top VC firms for tech startups
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What's the best programming language for artificial intelligence?
Here are some of the best programming languages that will help with your next AI project
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How is the tech industry addressing mental health?
How is the tech industry addressing mental health?
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What is artificial intelligence?
As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly mainstream, we examine all you need to know
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What are the pros of being a freelance developer?
Going freelance can lead to better pay and more flexibility
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Times tech leaders warned us about AI
Artificial intelligence is a cause for concern in the eyes of an increasing number of people
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Qualcomm stakes a claim in vision intelligence systems
The ability to gather and process data gathered from cameras comes with a vast range of use cases
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Lords calls for AI ethics code but dismisses need for new regulation
The House of Lords Select Committee on AI added that current liability law may not be sufficient when AI systems go wrong
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Can you hack a ship? Global maritime industry ripe for hacking
Tilted drill rigs, poor processes, compromised ports - how maritime security is 10 years behind enterprise IT
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The top UK brands bankrupted by new technology
Firms like Maplin, HMV, Game and Blockbuster all struggled to compete in the internet and smartphone era
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Will the tech sector stand up for immigrants after Brexit?
The UK sector should tell its positive immigration story if it wants to keep attracting overseas talent
