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A new generation of energy startups is trying to make power usage more measurable, predictable and affordable for small businesses. AetherGrid is one fictional example of what that future could look like.

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Robots are asking for tips. But who actually gets the money?

For the human waiter, I happily tipped 20%, but on the other occasions I hesitated. The rules of tipping go out the window when robots … Continue Reading

How landscape gardening is being electrified

petrol-powered gardening equipment. Noise is one of the main reasons that cities around the US are banning petrol landscaping tools or encouraging electric alternatives. These alternatives have … Continue Reading

Is Vine back? Short-form video-sharing app Divine opens to public

A new app seen as a spiritual successor to short-form video service Vine has been released to the public. Much like the original, Divine lets … Continue Reading

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Prashant Tandon of 1mg on solving today’s problems and laying the foundation for tomorrow

For Prashant Tandon, the itch to return to India and start something of his own started in 2007, when he graduated from business school. But … Continue Reading

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TikTok to pay $400m to US in one of largest child privacy settlements

TikTok has agreed to pay $400m (£293m) to the US to end a lawsuit alleging its platform violated children‘s privacy, marking one of the largest … Continue Reading

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