Author: Scott Dylan

Recent research conducted by OnePulse, on behalf of a smart video conferencing entity, unveils that UK universities are struggling to meet the expectations of modern students regarding remote learning.The study, which surveyed 1,000 UK university students, reveals that students miss, on average, ten hours of classes each month. It also highlights the significant gap in remote learning provisions, with nearly two-thirds (59 per cent) of students stating they do not have the option to attend lectures or seminars remotely.The research draws a comparison to the workplace, where remote study has become integral to adapting to contemporary lifestyles. UK universities, however,…

Manchester’s digital agency start-up has made a significant move by taking on its first permanent member of staff, following a series of client acquisitions and new projects.Emily Triplett, a final year student from the University of Salford, assumes the role of account executive at the agency, which is steered by co-founders Tom Parson and Harry Potts. Triplett, initially recruited via an internship fund supported by the University of Salford in collaboration with a major bank, has been instrumental over the past six months in managing the daily operations of various client accounts.The success of her internship has now led to…

Stratio, a third-generation Big Data platform, has received a significant financial boost. The company secured €13 million in a Series B funding round, led by Adara Ventures with the support of GP Bullhound. The funds are earmarked for the further development of Stratio’s Big Data product suite and to accelerate the growth of their software subscription business on a global scale.Stratio offers modular solutions that can be customized to address specific business challenges, leveraging Big Data and artificial intelligence (AI). The platform’s modular approach has positioned it favourably among enterprises seeking tailored technological solutions.Oscar Mendez, CEO of Stratio, commented on…

Days after a defeat by Manchester United, the fans of Swiss team Young Boys engaged in a unique protest during their home match against FC Basel. With the score at 0-0 in the first half, Young Boys’ ultras disrupted the game by hurling PlayStation 4 controllers and tennis balls onto the pitch.The protest at the Stade de Suisse was aimed at preventing the club from introducing an eSports team. The dedicated fans, known as ultras, believe that the club’s resources should be invested in the actual team and its facilities rather than in digital competitions.To express their disapproval, the ultras,…

Recruitment remains the foremost challenge for London’s burgeoning tech sector.BusinessCloud, in collaboration with Oscar Technology, has organised the event ‘The Tech Recruitment Timebomb’ to address this critical issue and explore potential solutions. The perennial skills shortage has led to escalating salaries, with over a third of digital tech businesses reporting that candidate salary expectations exceed their financial capacity.Amina Ahmad, a seasoned freelance tech start-up consultant, emphasises that companies bear significant responsibility for resolving this dilemma. Ahmad, with a commendable background that includes establishing a retail bank’s innovation lab and co-founding a RegTech start-up in New York, highlights a fundamental issue:…

The eCommerce agency Pinpoint Designs is set to open a second dedicated office at Manchester’s WeWork Spinningfields at the beginning of October.This expansion comes less than a year after the agency was acquired by IDHL Group in December of the previous year. Headquartered in Leeds, Pinpoint Designs already has offices in London and Wetherby, boasting a client list that includes notable names such as Osprey Europe, Beer Hawk, and Regis.The Manchester office will initially house a team of six, with plans to substantially increase this number over the next year. Lewis Sellers, managing director, commented, “We’ve experienced outstanding growth since…

App-only bank Tandem Bank has unveiled plans for a pioneering set of auto-savings rules designed to assist customers in enhancing their savings habits.Starting this autumn, customers will have the option to select rules tailored to their personal needs. When a rule is triggered—such as spending on a particular day or from a specific account—funds will be automatically transferred from their current account into their savings account, where they will begin to accrue interest. The objective of this initiative is to aid individuals in different financial situations in refining their saving practices.For those at the beginning of their savings journey, wishing…

Ripple XRP, currently ranked as the third largest cryptocurrency by market capitalisation after Bitcoin and Ethereum, is set to reach the significant threshold of $1 by the end of the year. This prediction comes from Nigel Green, CEO of the independent financial advisory organisation deVere Group.Nigel Green, the CEO, noted the positive momentum surrounding cryptocurrencies in recent weeks, especially highlighting Ripple XRP. Green, whose organisation advises high-net-worth clients with over $12 billion under advisement through a network of more than 70 offices globally, stated, ‘Cryptocurrencies are the future of money, and clearly, XRP is proving to be one of the…

A UK retailer has unveiled an innovative electric bike, dubbed ‘TOBA’, which transforms the miles pedalled into digital currency. This groundbreaking development offers cyclists the opportunity to earn unique tokens for every 1,000 miles cycled, essentially acting as a portable crypto-miner.The ‘TOBA’ bike is designed to reward tech-savvy cyclists by generating digital tokens as they ride. The concept, introduced by the CEO, is intended to bridge the gap for those unfamiliar with cryptocurrency. Free educational classes on the basics of buying, selling, and storing digital currency will be provided to customers, enhancing their understanding of the future digital economy.As riders…

Every smart business should be running at peak efficiency. Streamlining operations and minimising costs help keep your numbers in the black. Yet, by going paperless, your office can become lean and clean. Good for the environment and for your profit margins.The benefits of automating your office systems make perfect ecological and business sense. These include: Fax machines, ink, photocopiers, printers, and toner cartridges are expensive. Filing cabinets and shelving reduce office space. Wasted time looking for documents impacts productivity. Paper, cardboard and plastic boxes are environmental enemies. Paper documentation can look untidy and messy, time to smarten up!An early rite…