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Mylobster.ai plans kernel-level AI assistant platform

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Mylobster.ai unveils plan for kernel-level AI assistants across major platforms, targeting a USD $200 billion-plus systems-level market.
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Britons now thank AI & satnavs more than colleagues

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Britons now say thanks more often to AI chatbots and satnavs than to colleagues, as new research reveals a growing 'digital manners' trend.
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Reolink launches E331 indoor smart camera with Argos

Mon, 22nd Dec 2025
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Reolink debuts its £39.99 E331 indoor Wi-Fi camera exclusively at Argos, pushing low-cost, subscription-free smart home security in the UK.
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One in three Britons struggle to connect smart tech at home

Fri, 28th Nov 2025
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One in three Britons struggle to connect smart home tech, with 12.8 million planning purchases this Black Friday but facing setup frustrations.
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How marketers must handle search in an AI world

Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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Marketers must evolve search strategies, blending proven tactics with AI trends to thrive amid Google's shift to AI-driven search landscapes.
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UK shoppers blend AI, reviews & social media to make decisions

Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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UK shoppers now combine AI tools, social media, and peer reviews to guide online purchases, reflecting a shift from relying on single search sources.
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AI offers vital support for dementia care but risks remain high

Fri, 2nd May 2025
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AI aids dementia patients and carers with daily tasks and companionship, yet overuse risks cognitive decline and increased social isolation, experts warn.
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With Artificial Intelligence, don't forget the hardware

Fri, 23rd Feb 2024
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AI has the potential to change the narrative from a doomsday "lights-out" factory to a brighter people-based future when combined with the right wearable.
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Study reveals stark discrepancy in perceived AI use at work

Thu, 26th Oct 2023
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A new study has revealed executives believe artificial intelligence is more commonly used in the workplace than employees perceive.
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Ramco Systems appoints senior leaders for its Global Payroll Business

Fri, 21st Apr 2023
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Ramco Systems has appointed Paul Nikhil Prasad as Business Head of Managed Payroll Services to contribute to its HR and Payroll business growth.
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Hands-on Review: Nanoleaf Essentials Light Bulbs

Thu, 22nd Sep 2022
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There is a veritable panoply of colour schemes and I found one that matched my editor's mood when I've made too many typos.
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Are they spying? Young people wary of virtual assistants

Sat, 18th Jan 2020
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Young people are increasingly wary of virtual assistants due to fears of hacking, eavesdropping, and data theft, new Maintel research reveals.
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Google beats Amazon to first place in smart speaker war

Mon, 28th May 2018
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Google claims the top spot in the smart speaker market by shipping 3.2 million units in Q1 2018, surpassing Amazon's 2.5 million Echo shipments.
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Amazon Music Unlimited arrives in 28 countries

Tue, 12th Dec 2017
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Amazon Music Unlimited expands into 28 more countries, offering a catalogue of over 40 million songs and thousands of playlists to more listeners.
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The chatbot comeback – is your business ready?

Thu, 19th Jan 2017
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Despite being born in 2011, it has only been in the last couple of years that businesses have begun to realise how valuable chatbots could be.