What Does Northern Rail’s Summer of Discontent Mean for its Passengers – and the UK’s Infrastructure?
It’s been a tediously long and hot summer for passengers on Northern Rail, with mass delays, cancellations and public headlines making for an uncomfortable few weeks. With furore still refusing to quieten down, we’re left wondering what will happen to …
Fibre Broadband in Every Home: the Government’s Latest Connectivity Promise
As our internet demands have increasingly outpaced the UK’s current offering, pressure has grown on the government to make changes. Now, as the UK prepares to forge its own path without Europe, large-scale infrastructure rejuvenation is finally on the cards. …
How Brave Firefighters Are Tackling Saddleworth Moor Blaze – and How You Can Help
As the Saddleworth Moor blaze enters its second week, dedicated firefighters continue to work tirelessly to douse the flames. But with fresh challenges levelled against them and scorching summer temperatures to contend with, it’s up to the local community to …
How to Keep Employees’ Eyes on the Ball Following the World Cup Kick-Off
After England’s initial victory in the World Coup group stages, it’s become clear that football fever is set to overtake the country for a little longer yet. Although a fun event, it can lead to a decline in productivity. But …
Microsoft’s Sunken Data Centre Changes the Future of Green Computing
Microsoft has reacted to the increase in power used by global data centres with a surprising idea: submerging one of their own data centres near the Orkney islands. With the future of green computing in their hands, it’s time for …
Where is the Northern Powerhouse in the Recent Rail Crisis?
As Northern Rail’s timetable changes cause widespread chaos – upending passengers’ professional and personal lives – commuters furiously demand answers, and the call could not be clearer: where is the promised ‘Powerhouse’? Since May 18th, Northern Rail has cancelled …
Google’s AI War Games Are Raising Questions Around Silicon Valley’s Ethics
We’re living in an exciting time for technology: new developments are changing the way we live, work and play. But when innovative technology is applied to concepts such as war, the conversation must turn away from excitement and towards an …
Data, Dating & Shrinking Competition: Is Facebook Growing Unchecked?
Facebook’s recent F8 event revealed a sneak behind the curtain at what the platform is currently working on, with a few surprises clearly still left up the social media giant’s sleeve. But as Facebook further encroaches upon the turf of …
Clash of the Titans: Can GDPR and Blockchain Resolve Their Differences?
When it replaces current privacy laws in May, the much-hyped GDPR will usher in an age of unprecedented personal data protection, with one catch: it might already be out of date, thanks to Blockchain and its innovative approach to security. …
