0 Have your say “With great power comes great responsibility” – the mantra usually reserved for Spider-Man’s Uncle Ben became the motif of a technology conference I recently chaired with NatWest. The tech community is aware of the pace of change. Concepts that were once just twinkles in inventors’ eyes have fast become parts of our everyday life. Smart speakers wake us up; robots remotely operated from thousands of miles away treat our wounds; automated assistants know more than an Oxford don. In this brave new world, the tech community is searching to define who is responsible for ensuring tech is a positive force in our lives, something we can trust – our teammate, not our terminator. The theme takes on deep importance when you consider the power of today’s technology. Some 2.5 quintillion bytes of data are created every day. Putting that into perspective, 2.5 quintillion pennies laid out flat would cover the Earth … [Read more...] about Trust in the time of technology
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Plano’s Tyler Technologies continues to grow with fourth software acquisition
Plano-based Tyler Technologies, a software company serving more than 15,000 local government offices, has made its fourth acquisition this year. Tyler Technologies announced Monday that it bought TradeMaster Inc., commonly known in the industry as MobileEyes software for fire prevention and suppression, emergency response and structural safety. Terms of the deal weren't disclosed."The acquisition of MobileEyes supports Tyler's vision of creating safer communities through innovative technology solutions," said Lynn Moore, president and CEO of Tyler, in a statement. "MobileEyes enhances our portfolio with flagship solutions for fire safety professionals."MobileEyes serves 240 clients, including fire departments in Indianapolis, Sacramento and Palm Beach County, Florida. Its staff will continue to operate from offices in Atlanta and Troy, Michigan.Earlier this year, Tyler Technologies acquired Seattle-based Socrata Inc., Sage Data Security and CaseloadPRO, criminal justice … [Read more...] about Plano’s Tyler Technologies continues to grow with fourth software acquisition
Boeing contract seals record year for high flying Yorkshire technology specialist
0 Have your say A YORKSHIRE-based mechanical engineering specialist is celebrating a record-breaking year after securing a contract with Boeing. MetLase, which is a joint venture between Rolls-Royce and Unipart, has become the tooling and fixture partner for the aerospace manufacturer’s new Sheffield facility.The company will use its 3D design capabilities, high precision laser-cutting technology and patented assembly and joining systems to create lightweight machining fixtures.These fixtures will hold 11 different castings used in the production of actuation system components for the 737, 767 and 777 passenger jets.MetLase specialises in the manufacture of tooling, fixturing and components, bringing lead times of months down to hours or days.A spokesman said: “This contract with Boeing is the latest in a line of new business wins that include strategic partnerships with blue chip companies in sectors such as automotive, aerospace and … [Read more...] about Boeing contract seals record year for high flying Yorkshire technology specialist
Investment funds’ money funnelled to technology firms
VietNamNet Bridge - More large-scale investment funds are being set up, and the value of investment deals is increasing, especially in technology startups. Announcing the establishment of VinaCapital Ventures with $100 million in early September, Don Lam, CEO of VinaCapital, said that VinaCapital will continue investments in technology startups, which it began doing 10 years ago with DFJ VinaCapital. In Vietnam, real estate and manufacturing have received the most attention from the public and investors. However, some investors have realized that technology firms have the greatest potential for development. Not only VinaCapital Ventures, but many other funds have also announced they will pour money into technology firms. Sendo, an e-commerce platform owned by FPT, has called for $51 million from eight strategic investors presided by SBI Holdings.Funds diversify investment fields RELATED NEWS Startups need venture capital Venture funds do small amount of business … [Read more...] about Investment funds’ money funnelled to technology firms
Vietnam to develop eSIM technology
VietNamNet Bridge - A large mobile network operator will develop eSIM, the nascent technology which is expected to change the world in the near future. eSIM is used in Apple's latest two flagships eSIM for the first time was used in Samsung Gear S2 smart watch marketed in 2016. eSIM is used in Apple’s latest two flagships – iPhone XS and XS Max. The eSIM market will be large. The first eSIM supporter will attract all iPhone users in Vietnam. Other big manufacturers, including Samsung, Oppo and Huawei, are planning to integrate the technology into their upcoming smartphone models. If so, the number of clients will be huge. Tri Thuc Tre quoted its sources as reporting that a large telco in Vietnam has taken the first step to develop eSIM. RELATED NEWS iPhone XS Max price tumbles after one day in Vietnam Is Sony, following LG, leaving Vietnam? Nam Mai … [Read more...] about Vietnam to develop eSIM technology