We live in an extremely noisy world, where everything from advertisements to our jobs compete for our attention. According to a recent study, 47% of people surveyed say they cannot concentrate on a single task for more than two hours. An estimated 366 million adults worldwide live with ADHD, and approximately 40 million of them […]
An exclusive interview with Bertie Gregory
Wildlife filmmaker Bertie Gregory recently embarked on an epic 219-day adventure to document animals in their natural habitat. With its new version of six episodes of Animals up close on Disney+, Gregory will present the wonders that accompanied this experience. By discussing with Innovation and technology todayGregory discusses the experience of f
The power of assistive technologies
Dementia care is one of the most challenging and complex areas of healthcare. With the number of people affected by this debilitating disease steadily increasing, there is an urgent need for innovative solutions. Fortunately, the advent of assistive technology has sparked a revolution in dementia care. By harnessing the power of technology, we are
How AI can protect stadiums and prevent
The recent cancellation of Taylor Swift’s concerts in Vienna, Austria, illustrates the multifaceted impact of the intersection of culture, economics, and security on our globalized society. Swift was scheduled to perform three shows in Vienna, but when a credible terrorist threat led to their abrupt cancellation, fans were left disheartened a
Need to talk? Here are our top 5 online mental health counseling services
In the post-pandemic era, online mental health counseling services are becoming more widely accepted as people seek professional help for various problems such as anxiety, depression, stress and even relationship problems. Online therapy services offer convenience, affordability, anonymity and flexibility to people who cannot access traditional fac
How technology is reshaping clinical trials and the future of medicine
The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the need and application of digital technologies to help deliver health services, predict and track the spread of the virus, provide researchers with access to real-world evidence, and facilitate vaccine development. Today, many of these tools, along with other revolutionary technologies, are being applied to c
Kissing the sun: advances in solar-powered cars
The auto industry is making huge technological advancements after the electric vehicle buzz. Now it’s all about solar-powered cars. Revolutionizing the automotive industry, LightYear solar-powered cars are leading the way to a greener, more sustainable future. These innovative vehicles harness the power of the sun to propel us into an era of enviro
How VR technology is changing the pediatric experience
Advances in virtual reality continue to transform many industries, including the medical sector. Virtual reality is changing the patient experience and making it easier for doctors to perform needle procedures with less pain and anxiety. To get an overview of virtual reality and its influence on the industry, Innovation and technology today spoke w
In pursuit of a true crime crook
Based on Lauren Collins’ 2022 New Yorker expose “Murder, He Wrote,” the new National geographic series Killer Lies: In Pursuit of a True Crime Swindler expands on the rise and fall of Stéphane Bourgoin, a self-proclaimed expert on serial killers whose fabricated stories and fraudulent claims went unchallenged for decades. Bourgoin
Ford files patent for remote car repossession system
Last month, the U.S. Patent Office published an application from Ford Motor Company for a System and methods for repossessing a vehicle. The application describes a system that would allow a bank or leasing company to remotely deactivate a vehicle if payments are not made. This would even allow the privilege holder to turn off […]