Why was the prize pool for the Fortnite World Cup more than ten times the size of that for the FIFA eWorld Cup? We looked at the stats and spoke to an expert to find out why the build-and-shoot-'em-up game is more lucrative than a sim of the world's favorite ball sport.
While fitness trackers, smartwatches and augmented reality glasses grab the headlines, a more discreet type of wearable tech has been quietly innovating behind the scenes – the hearing aid. We explain how the latest updates put hearing aids at the cutting edge of wearable tech.
Big tech companies are finally tackling accessibility in a meaningful way. Check out these assistive technology examples to s
Foldable smartphones have had trouble in the early stages, but does that mean flexible screen technology isn't viable? We talk to a consumer tech testing expert to find out why the technology's bad start doesn't mean the future isn't bright.
The human body is built to endure a lot, but the negative effects of technology could be too much for some unhealthy people t
Chicago has launched a pilot program bringing e-scooters to the city, and the regulations in place on the tech companies laun
Jordan Peterson's new social media platform, Thinkspot, is premised on the idea that regular social media sites censor conser
A new report out from the social network writing site Wattpad makes the case for Gen Z's embrace of "JOMO," defined as the joy of missing out, and the antithesis of modern social media's FOMO-powered all-you-can-click strategy.
Brexit is the spectre looming on the horizon for the British tech scene — with potential impacts on investment, diversity, and much more. We spoke to Russ Shaw, founder of Tech London Advocates to find out exactly how the Brexit will play out for the British tech industry.
Technology is making us worse drivers across the board. Whether it's big screens on dashboards, or phones in hand, we're all far too distracted at the wheel. But, the same tech that is a distraction today might stop us driving altogether in the not-too-distant future.
With constant news stories about tech companies breaking the law, or acting in morally dubious ways, Tech.co spoke to Ali Shah, the ICO’s new head of technology policy to find out how big tech companies can restore the trust of their users.
Video games are never far from controversy, whether it's the anarchic Grand Theft Auto, or the latest teen-addicting multiplayer game. However, are countries ever right to completely ban video games? And if they are, where should the lines be drawn?
Apple likes to boast of the clean energy it and its suppliers use in manufacturing. However, Apple's overall social responsibility record is distinctly patchy and inconsistent.
Watch out Xbox and PlayStation – serious contenders such as Apple and Google have announced plans to take on the gaming industry. From streaming services and disc-less consoles to virtual reality and augmented reality, we count up the gaming innovations on the way.
The EU has passed the Copyright Directive, a contentious piece of legislation that updates and overhauls online copyright laws in Europe. What does that mean for parody, quotations, and memes? Take a look at what the new law means for your online experience.
The internet was a great idea, initially. However in recent years, privacy concerns, data misuse, and more trolls than the underside of a fairy tale bridge have turned the world's digital community into a bit of a mess. Luckily, there are ideas out there for how to fix it.
Last week it emerged that 2020 Presidential candidate Beto O'Rourke used to be a member of the Cult of the Dead Cow hacktivist group. While this might alarm some, especially with the insuation of law-breaking, it might actually make him the perfect twenty-first century President.
Amazon might be reconsidering its New York HQ expansion. But, the truly interesting news here may be how the story was broken by the Amazon-owned Washington Post, in a strangely-framed story whose conclusions have since been disputed by the New York Times. Here's our take.
The tech world is the single industry most likely to allow or sponsor alcohol consumption in the workplace, a new study has found. It might be driving away abstainers and could negatively impact team bonding. Here's what else the study learned, and what it means.
Smart cities won't mean flying cars and robot attendants, but common sense advancements that actively improve the lives of citizens on a daily basis. We speak to companies and city leaders breaking new ground in putting connected data and smart services into citizens' hands.
Hulu just cut its basic subscription tier down by two dollars, to just $5.99 per month. That's good news for streaming TV fanatics. The price shift comes hot on the heels of Netflix's recent price hike, which saw the service's $8 a month tier rise to $9. Is it a response?