07/12/2024
Weekly News in 5 pictures by BDB Network
🌐 New device allows users to scroll with their tongues
MouthPad, a retainer-like trackpad chip, made its debut at the Consumer Electronics Show this week. It can sense tongue movements, allowing users to scroll, type, make calls, and even play chess with a swipe or click of their tongue.
🌐 Financial institutions plan annual ESG spending of up to $500,000
A recent survey found that most firms review their ESG strategies quarterly, spending an average of $250,000 to $500,000 annually. North American and European institutions are more likely to exceed $500,000, focusing on ESG data and scoring products, governance, risk management, and compliance solutions.
🌐 UK is top destination in Europe for tech sector venture capital investment
Data from Dealroom revealed that UK start-ups and scale-ups raised £7.4bn during the first six months of the year. UK tech companies raised more than their peers in France and Germany combined, and more than five times their peers in Switzerland.
🌐 OpenAI previews voice generator, acknowledging election risks
OpenAI released a preview of its digital voice generator, Voice Engine, which can produce natural-sounding speech based on a single 15-second audio sample.
🌐 Blockchain initiative for sustainable solutions
The European Union confirmed its collaboration with ChromaWay to develop blockchain-based sustainability solutions, focusing on Digital Product Passports and Intellectual Property Rights. This initiative aims to enhance sustainability through innovative blockchain technology.
Stay tuned for more updates next week from BDB Network!