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As survey fraud becomes more prevalent, with respondents increasingly providing inaccurate answers to rush through surveys, companies are struggling to obtain reliable data. Carpoll, an emerging leader in data mining, has developed a groundbreaking solution that not only addresses this issue but also taps into an underutilised market segment. Carpoll’s innovative approach takes advantage of the uninterrupted moments during taxi journeys, offering passengers a compelling proposition: complete a short survey during their ride and earn credits to reduce their fare. The results are impressive—55% of daily taxi passengers in London have participated in a 10-minute survey powered by Carpoll. “We…

A recent report by SumUp, a leading global fintech company, has named London as the best city in the UK for working parents, particularly those grappling with the challenges of childcare during the summer holidays. The study, which analysed a range of factors including the availability of child-friendly activities, sports camps, and entertainment options, has also highlighted Edinburgh and Birmingham as top cities for family support. The findings come at a crucial time, as nearly two-thirds of mothers report struggling to find adequate childcare over the summer months. This issue is particularly pressing for parents juggling demanding work schedules or…

Buckinghamshire students are expected to attain the highest grades in maths this August, with an average of 34.1% of students achieving grades seven, eight, and nine from 2019 to 2023.   The research examined the number of students who achieved grades seven to nine in maths GCSE between 2019 and 2023 to determine the counties expected to exceed expectations in 2024.   Isle of Wight, Cornwall, Staffordshire, Lincolnshire, and Cumbria are expected to gain the fewest grades of seven, eight, and nine in GCSE maths in 2024, according to the study.   New data reveals that Buckinghamshire, Greater London, and Berkshire are expected…

Hisense, a global leader in home appliances and consumer electronics, proudly announces its receipt of several prestigious awards from the Expert Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) for 2024-2025. These accolades highlight Hisense’s unwavering commitment to innovation and technological excellence in delivering exceptional visual and audio experiences to consumers worldwide. The Hisense Mini-LED ULED TV 65U8NQ, awarded EISA Premium Mini LED TV 2024-2025, features Mini-LED PRO with Full Array Local Dimming for outstanding contrast and up to 3000 nits peak brightness. Quantum Dot Colour intensifies hues on the expansive screen, while 144Hz Game Mode PRO with low latency MEMC ensures smooth,…

JetLearn, a leading provider of online 1:1 coding, robotics, and AI education for children and teens, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with the NHS Staff Benefits Programme. Renowned globally for its excellence in tech education, as evidenced by its top ratings on both Trustpilot and Google Reviews, JetLearn now offers access to its acclaimed programmes to the families of NHS staff members. This collaboration supports one of the UK’s largest workforces by providing their children with access to cutting-edge technology education. As part of this initiative, JetLearn is offering NHS staff members an exclusive 15% discount on its educational programmes,…

Designed by ZGF, the $2 billion terminal renovation and expansion is the largest mass timber project of its kind. The main terminal expansion at Portland International Airport (PDX) opened to passengers on 14 August. Designed by ZGF for the Port of Portland, the one-million-square-foot (93,000m²) project doubles the capacity of PDX, enabling the airport to accommodate 35 million passengers annually by 2045. Featuring a 9-acre (37,000m²) mass timber roof, the new terminal evokes the sensation of walking through a Pacific Northwest forest. Throughout the passenger journey, views of the airfield, abundant natural light, and interior landscapes reflect the region’s natural…

A meteoric J-pop duo with a vast global following has joined forces to enhance the world’s largest projection mapping show, bringing midsummer nights in Tokyo to life. An artwork combining YOASOBI’s energetic vocal and instrumental music with a vibrant array of images and colours made its debut on the TOKYO Night & Light program on 26 July. The nightly show uses the exterior of the 243-metre-tall Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG) No. 1 Building as its canvas. Three other projections, created by internationally acclaimed artists, were also added to the lineup over the same weekend. YOASOBI – featuring female vocalist Ikura,…

It is with a blend of pride and nostalgia that Unipart Group announces the retirement of its Founder and Executive Chairman, Dr John M. Neill CBE, following an illustrious career spanning five decades. John Neill’s journey began at General Motors, where he quickly rose to become the youngest overseas executive. In 1974, he joined British Leyland, and by 1977, at the age of 29, he had been appointed Managing Director of the British Leyland Parts Division, making him the youngest MD to lead the company’s most profitable business. In 1987, John took on the role of Group Chief Executive at…

Kape Technologies and ExpressVPN today announced the appointment of Zac Eller as GM, Global Partnerships & Business Development, further strengthening the group’s senior commercial team as they continue to expand their product offerings and services, working towards a safer, freer internet. The former Sony, Netflix, and Fox executive brings with him years of experience in successfully scaling subscription-led growth businesses across the technology, media, and digital services sectors through strategic partnerships and new business channels. In his new role, Eller will lead the group’s global partnerships and business development initiatives for Kape’s privacy products, including its flagship privacy brand, ExpressVPN.…

Uniphore, one of the world’s leading AI-native, enterprise-class companies, has today announced the appointment of Ravi Mayuram as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). With over 25 years of experience in engineering leadership, Mayuram is set to bolster Uniphore’s standing in Enterprise AI. In his role at Uniphore, Mayuram will oversee the engineering team, focusing on scaling the company’s engineering platform, technology, and AI divisions, all while upholding the highest standards of security and performance. Mayuram brings a wealth of leadership experience, having held several senior technical and management positions at prominent software firms including Couchbase, BEA, HP, Informix, Oracle,…