Emerging Technology News

From less than 10% of forex trading conducted in the 90’s, research done by tracking data of forex transactions internationally have deduced that as much as 95% of all forex trading will happen on an electronic platform in 2012. The potential for mobile forex trading is finally being discovered by professionals within the industry and platforms, such as forex broker metatrader software are programming more and more advanced mobile solutions for traders on the go. In a world where information is transferred over the internet and has the ability to change split second decisions in forex trading habits, it was never in doubt that brokers would push the technology forward.

Mobile applications, tablets and devices are increasingly becoming more user-friendly and accessible and professionals across all industries, including those providing healthcare, are using these devices in the workplace. A new study titled ‘Third Annual Healthcare IT Insights and Opportunities” by IT industry association CompTIA, conducted an online survey of 350 doctors, dentists, healthcare providers, administrators like those in clinical research assistant jobs, and executives at 400 IT firms in the healthcare IT industry. The results proved that those in the providing healthcare survices are embracing mobile technology and medical mobile applications.

Artificial Intelligence is quickly becoming a part of all of your households, and soon smart home security will be a focus point of construction and how we can integrate security into these systems for maximum benefit. Imagine a system that can contact you directly when away from the house to let you know the state of your smart home security, or a system that can contact a professional dealing with gate motors Pretoria to arrange repairs for your front gate systems. The possibilities seem to be limited only to our own imaginations and needs, with the technology developing at an amazing rate.

For many property seekers, 1 Campden Hill is the ultimate dream home; this London mansion is making waves in the world of property, but not for the reasons you’d expect… the most remarkable thing about the luxury London home is the fact that it doesn’t actually exist yet – all images of the mansion are entirely computer-generated. Looking at the images of the exquisite mansion interiors where every detail is perfectly in place, it’s hard to believe that they’re artificially generated. The incredibly realistic images made possible by today’s CGI technology could soon make it possible for property firms to put mansions and property for sale in Islington and beyond on the market – before they have even been built!

A growing number of consumers the world over are choosing online shopping as a quick and convenient method of purchasing goods and services; in fact a recent study showed that online shopping in the EU has doubled over the past 5 years. The surge in online shoppers in largely due to increased Internet access among households in the EU. Regular online shoppers are based chiefly in areas where e-commerce is widespread, and most consumers prefer to make purchases in their home market rather than buy goods from other EU countries. However, any business owner immigrating to Malta will be intrigued to hear that online shoppers in this small Mediterranean nation follow a very different behavioural trend…

The search is on for new and innovative healthcare apps; Andrew Lansley, the UK’s Health Secretary, has announced the launch of a competition that invites GPs, developers, nurses, patients and anyone with a clinical job to submit their ideas for mobile healthcare apps, with the aim of helping people to make more informed healthcare decisions. Mr Lansley says that the competition presents “a unique opportunity for the NHS and those who develop apps to… bring to life new ideas and realise true innovation in healthcare”.

The leaps made in clothing technology make that boyhood dream of wearing that Star Trek style communicator all closer to your everyday life than you think. Two spotlights in tech fashion have been with some rising American designers, one created from a need of safety that no product provided and the other in the trends of fashionable geek-chic. Customising everything from a work shoe with a pedometer for the fitness fashion conscious through to a hands free jacket solution for tablets, functional clothing technology for the professional and the public is something that is developing in nanoseconds.

People spend on average over a 20% of their internet time using social networking and connecting with family and friends through digital space. Surely then the creation of a wedding website is no longer such a far-fetched concept to the online community. Even the Royal family embraced modern technology with the Royal Wedding Website created for Prince William and Kate Middleton, which kept both guests and the public informed regarding their nuptial developments. So what’s involved in the creation of a digital wedding space, and how can you harness the power of internet blogging to create a special place for you, your friends and family to enjoy your special day?

If you’re planning a trip to a safari park, you’ll probably already be aware of the essentials you need to take with you – plenty of sunblock, insect repellent and of course a pair of binoculars to spot the park’s wild and well-camouflaged inhabitants.

Kruger Park tours give you the opportunity to see Africa’s most beautiful creatures in their natural habitat, and your safari park luggage is sure to include the usual gadgets like your trusty digital camera… but there are plenty of super-cool gadgets on the market today designed to make the safari park experience that much sweeter! Here’s a list of the coolest game-spotting gadgets for all those serious wildlife fanatics:

The iPhone is more than just a multi-tasking gadget; it’s a high-tech style statement and an integral part of your individual lifestyle. That’s why iPhone accessories will always be in demand, and consumers are becoming ever more discerning about the right accessories to suit their tech and their look. We’re taking a look at some of the best – and the worst – iPhone accessories available:

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