Ben Craske

Norwich

Senior Editor at INNOVATION

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Amazon Signs New Nuclear Deal to Power Data Centres

1 week ago | sustainabilitymag.com | Ben Craske

Lasting until 2042, the long-term deal ensures Talen a steady revenue stream while supporting Amazon's growing demand for carbon-free energy to power its cloud and AI operations. Under the terms of a new PPA, Talen will supply electricity to Amazon for operations that support AI and other cloud technologies at Amazon’s data centre campus adjacent to Susquehanna, with the ability to deliver to other sites across Pennsylvania.
How to bridge the digital divide

2 weeks ago | innovation-mag.com | Ben Craske

It used to be enough to just go digital. Now, it’s the bare minimum. A new digital expectations gap is opening up – one that separates what consumers want from their online experiences and what brands are actually delivering. And no demographic has done more to expose this gap than Gen Z. As the first fully digital-native generation, they’re no longer content with the half-hearted mobile interfaces or generic brand messages that defined the early days of digital transformation.
Drone technology and adoption insights

2 weeks ago | innovation-mag.com | Ben Craske

The technology behind and application of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), or drones, has continued to evolve. There is an overwhelming demand from militaries all over the world that now consider drone capabilities a normal part of their war-fighting arsenal, with the US operating the world’s largest military big drone fleet, with over 13,000 UAVs, including the RQ-4 Global Hawk and MQ-1 Predator.
Meet Skillvue: Our Startup of the Month

2 weeks ago | innovation-mag.com | Ben Craske

As 70% of HR professionals struggle to find skilled workers, Skillvue’s AI-powered system breaks down traditional job structures, revealing true capabilities and boosting performance. With 59% of workers needing reskilling by 2030, the platform addresses a critical need in workforce management. Last month, Skillvue announced a $6.3m funding round to transform how companies identify, measure, and develop skills across both candidates and employees.
Millions of Brits hoard broken gadgets

2 weeks ago | innovation-mag.com | Ben Craske

Millions of broken smartwatches, phones, and tablets are gathering dust in drawers across the UK as consumers reject repair in favour of replacement, according to a new national survey. The research, commissioned by wearable tech brand UNA Watch, reveals that almost half of Brits (47%) would rather buy a new device than attempt to fix a broken one.
IFS launches Nexus Black™

2 weeks ago | innovation-mag.com | Ben Craske

IFS, the leading provider of enterprise cloud and Industrial AI software, recently announced the launch of IFS Nexus Black™, a strategic innovation programme to expedite high-impact AI adoption for industrial organisations. Nexus Black provides a credible alternative to legacy software vendors by delivering bespoke solutions at pace with guaranteed industrial scalability and security.
Fujitsu and RIKEN unveil new quantum computer

1 month ago | innovation-mag.com | Ben Craske

Fujitsu Limited and RIKEN recently announced the development of a world-leading 256-qubit superconducting quantum computer, established at the RIKEN RQC-FUJITSU Collaboration Center. This new quantum computer builds upon the advanced technology of the 64-qubit iteration, launched with the support of the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology in October 2023, and incorporates newly developed high-density implementation techniques.
AI innovation in sports fan experiences

1 month ago | innovation-mag.com | Ben Craske

While AI has permeated almost every industry, the current deployment of AI in sport could be described as tentative. What happens on the field tends not to be affected by technology as much as it potentially could, with adoption generally being slower due to factors such as financial constraints, governing bodies seeking to preserve traditions and the emphasis on human performance remaining the central focus.
Digital Earth Africa secures additional charity funding

1 month ago | innovation-mag.com | Ben Craske

When the ground-breaking Digital Earth Africa (DE Africa) programme was launched over five years ago, it was widely regarded as an innovative and revolutionary way for Africans to access and leverage Earth observation data to enhance decision-making around critical environmental and socio-economic challenges. With support from trailblazing funders including The Leona M. and Harry B.
Thrive launches new employee wellness programme

1 month ago | innovation-mag.com | Ben Craske

Thrive, the fast-growth all-in-one learning technology company, recently announced the launch of its “Wellness Era,” a bold new employee wellbeing initiative designed to reward employees for investing time in themselves and building new healthy habits. The company anticipates a significant return on investment through increased productivity, enhanced goal attainment, a surge in innovation, and a more balanced and fulfilling work-life experience for its employees.