Month: June 2023

The Impact of Technology on Ireland’s Economy and Society

Technology has become a driving force in shaping economies and societies around the world, and Ireland is no exception. Over the years, Ireland has witnessed a significant impact of technology across various sectors, propelling growth, innovation, and transformation. In this article, we will explore the different ways in which technology has influenced Ireland’s economy and society, with a focus on the rise of the tech industry, advancements in education and healthcare, the impact on businesses, government services, entertainment, culture, society, and even tourism. Additionally, we will highlight the role of technology, including online gambling, in supporting the country’s economy.

The Rise of the Tech Industry in Ireland

Ireland has emerged as a prominent hub for technology companies, attracting major players such as Google, Facebook, and Microsoft. The establishment of multinational tech corporations, along with the growth of indigenous startups, has contributed to the country’s economic development. The tech industry has created numerous job opportunities and has become a significant contributor to Ireland’s GDP, showcasing the importance of technology in driving economic growth. 

Impact on Entertainment, Culture, Society, and Tourism

Technology has had a significant impact on Ireland’s economy, society, and culture. In terms of the economy, one notable aspect is the growing online gambling industry. The emergence of online casinos and betting platforms has not only provided entertainment options but has also contributed significantly to the country’s economy. The online gambling sector has created jobs, generated revenue through taxation, and attracted international players, supporting the overall economic growth of Ireland.

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In addition to the economy, technology has also had a major impact on Irish culture and society. Social media platforms have facilitated communication and social interactions, allowing individuals to connect with others across the globe. Moreover, technology has revolutionized entertainment and media consumption, with online streaming services offering a wide range of content. Additionally, technology has played a crucial role in promoting Irish tourism, with online platforms providing information, booking facilities, and virtual tours, attracting tourists from all corners of the world.

Technology in Education and Healthcare 

Technology has revolutionized the education sector in Ireland, enhancing teaching methodologies and providing new avenues for learning. The integration of digital tools and online platforms has facilitated remote learning, personalized education, and access to a vast array of educational resources. Similarly, technology has transformed healthcare delivery, enabling telemedicine, electronic health records, remote monitoring, and advanced diagnostic tools. These advancements have improved patient care, increased efficiency, and reduced healthcare costs.

Impact on Irish Businesses 

Technology has had a profound impact on Irish businesses, enabling them to expand their reach, streamline operations, and enhance productivity. The adoption of e-commerce platforms has facilitated online sales, allowing businesses to reach global markets. Moreover, digital marketing strategies and data analytics have helped businesses target their customers more effectively, leading to improved customer experiences and increased sales. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have particularly benefited from technology, levelling the playing field and empowering them to compete with larger companies.

Technology in Government and Public Services 

The Irish government has embraced technology to modernize public services and improve governance. Digital initiatives, such as the eGovernment strategy and the development of online portals, have simplified administrative processes, making it easier for citizens and businesses to interact with government services. The digitization of public records, tax filing, and online payment systems has increased efficiency and transparency. Furthermore, the use of technology in data analytics has helped government agencies make informed decisions and develop evidence-based policies.

Conclusion 

Technology has permeated every aspect of Irish society and has had a profound impact on the country’s economy. From the rise of the tech industry to advancements in education, healthcare, government services, culture, and tourism, technology has transformed Ireland’s landscape. Looking ahead, the future of technology in Ireland holds immense potential for continued growth and innovation. By embracing emerging technologies and fostering digital literacy, Ireland can further strengthen its position as a global leader in the technology sector, driving economic prosperity and improving the quality of life for its citizens.

 

Enjoy your favourite tunes on the go this summer with House of Marley

Eco-conscious audio tech maker House of Marley has a range of sustainably crafted products perfect for the season. Plus, the brand was created in collaboration with Bob Marley’s family to continue his love of music and the planet – how cool is that?!

The Get Together 2 Mini speaker is built to withstand the elements and is both water and dust-resistant, so it can survive the wettest festival conditions and most British of beach days, come rain or shine to continue the party wherever you are! And why not get the tunes flowing and zone out on the flight or around the pool with true wireless earbuds and headphones? The Redemption ANC 2, Champion and Positive Vibration XL ANC make for great hand luggage additions this summer.

Get Together 2 Mini – RRP £149.99, PROMO £129.99

Available from: houseofmarley.com, HMV

A portable powerhouse, the Get Together 2 Mini speaker is setting the tone for the next generation of wireless sound. Offering smooth acoustics and an impressive bass output, the latest addition to Marley’s line-up promises 15 hours of playtime – so you can enjoy your go-to playlists wherever you are. Featuring quick-charge technology, three EQ modes and a multipair setting, the Get Together 2 Mini speaker seamlessly connects to the entire Get Together 2 range for even bigger stereo sound. Built to withstand the elements, the Get Together 2 Mini speaker is water and dust-resistant, while upholding the classic bamboo accents House of Marley is known for.

Redemption ANC 2 – RRP £149.99

Available in black and cream

Available from: houseofmarley.com, HMV

With innovative features such as Active Noise Cancellation, Echo Noise Cancellation and Audio Passthrough mode, these earbuds empower you to have full control of your music. Enjoy endless entertainment with a compact case that charges your earbuds on-the-go or opt for the quick charge feature for two hours of listening from just a 15-minute battery boost. Download the House of Marley app to manage everything from equaliser settings and pairing name to touch controls.

Champion – RRP £59.99, PROMO £49.99

Available from: houseofmarley.com, HMV

 

Mindful of the environmental impact, Champion Earbuds are consciously crafted from sustainable materials which means it’s an eco-conscious alternative to traditional earbuds. Its exceptional seal provides a snug, ergonomic fit and noise isolating environment, so nothing gets between you and the wireless sound of Champion.

Positive Vibration XL ANC – RRP £149.99

Available from: houseofmarley.com, HMV

Featuring Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation technology, the Positive Vibration XL ANC Over-ear Headphones are designed so you can relax into your favourite playlists with zero distractions. Crafted with memory foam ear cushions for maximum comfort during extended listening sessions.

Seamlessly connect to any Bluetooth-capable device to experience deep bass and premium audio clarity you won’t find anywhere else. With industry-leading battery life, you’ll enjoy a full 32 hours of playtime with ANC off and 26 hours with ANC on.

One Drop Wireless Charger – RRP£49.99, PROMO £44.99

Available from: houseofmarley.com

Change the way you charge with One Drop. This wireless charger offers a unique and sustainable design with high-performance technology for your earbud case or smartphone. Featuring a durable REGRIND® silicone backing for added stability and protection, while the bamboo surface provides a natural and minimalist look on your nightstand, table, or desk. Simply place your Qi-enabled earbud case or smartphone on One Drop and let the magic happen.

HP | Poly Strengthen Hybrid Ecosystem with AI-Powered Experiences

HP has announced new pro-grade audio and video solutions with AI-driven software to bring meetings to life.

“HP is thrilled to bring the next generation of audio and video technology, enhanced with innovative AI capabilities to the Irish market, so everyone can be virtually seen and heard with clarity. We are committed to delivering solutions that eliminate the barriers inside and outside the room so users can look and sound their best,” said Val Gabriel, Managing Director, HP Ireland.

Be Seen

As more people return to the office, the Poly Studio X52 all-in-one video bar maximises the virtual meeting experience in mid-sized meeting spaces. New Poly DirectorAI smart camera technology offers automated camera framing modes like group, speaker, and people framing. The 4K, 20MP camera ensures clear visibility of every participant, reaching even the farthest corners of the conference room without any image distortion. Updates to the AI-driven software for group and speaker framing capabilities include the new Poly DirectorAI Perimeter feature and other audio enhancements. The Poly Studio X52 is certified for Google Meet, Microsoft Teams and Zoom, with pending certification for native support for BlueJeans by Verizon, GoTo, and RingCentral.

The Poly Video OS provides a unified experience across all Poly video conferencing devices. With its latest update, Poly Video OS 4.1 delivers new features and improvements:

  • For better meeting room experiences with glass walls, Poly DirectorAI Perimeter technology ensures precise participant framing. IT administrators can input room dimensions, allowing AI-powered technology to define parameters accurately and prevent capturing faces beyond glass walls or windows. Additionally, Sound Reflection Reduction minimises echo and reverberations caused by glass and hard surfaces.
  • The Poly Studio E70 smart camera can now connect directly to the Poly G7500 modular video conferencing system using a standard Ethernet cable for flexible room configurations and easier installation. The Ethernet cable can power the Studio E70 camera and extend up to 100 meters.
  • The Poly TC10 touch control panel now supports meeting control for Microsoft Teams Rooms on Android. It can also function as a room scheduling panel for Microsoft Teams, allowing better visibility into room availability and on-the-spot room reservations. The TC10 control panel is now certified for Microsoft Teams.

Poly Solutions for Large Rooms

  • The Poly G7500 Modular Video Conferencing System and the Shure Microflex Large Room Bundles deliver a seamless multi-vendor solution for large meeting spaces and have been jointly certified for Microsoft Teams Rooms on Android. Customers now have the option of a tested and certified multi-vendor solution that seamlessly integrates video, compute, and DSP audio solutions, ensuring an optimal Microsoft Teams Rooms experience.
  • The Poly Studio E70 and HP Mini Conferencing PC have been Zoom-certified for large meeting rooms, offering customers a complete intelligent solution for Zoom Rooms on Windows. The powerful combination of dual camera sensors and 12th generation Intel® Core™ i7 processor enable Zoom Room features, including a Zoom-verified Intelligent Director experience, to deliver more equitable meetings for in-person and remote participants.

Be Heard

The new Poly Voyager Surround 80 UC empowers employees to focus and sound their best with immersive rich audio and adaptive ANC. It is the first boomless headset certified for Microsoft Teams Open Office due to its outstanding performance in noisy environments. The Bluetooth enterprise headset offers a sleek design for complete comfort, featuring soft ear cushions and an adjustable headband for an ultralight fit. Users can stay in command with up to 21 hours of talk time, convenient on-ear controls, and smart sensors for automatic call answering.

IT Management – Poly Lens

With companies striving to enhance the in-office experience and adapt workspaces to evolving utilisation trends, the Poly Lens remote device management provides enhanced visibility and insights across company workspaces. IT professionals can remotely monitor, troubleshoot Poly devices, and streamline device management under one platform.

Poly has expanded its growing portfolio of API integration partners with Ubiqisense and Vyopta to deliver insights for customers leveraging the power of Poly Lens on the Poly Studio X30 and Studio X50 video bars.

  • Ubiqisense provides rich, actionable insights into room occupancy, usage patterns, and footfall across office floors, meeting rooms, open spaces, and shared desks.
  • Vyopta provides insights on space utilisation, UC device monitoring, troubleshooting, and meeting experience analytics.

“Organisations seeking to bridge the gap between on-site, remote, and flexible workers will need tools and technologies designed to meet the challenge,” said Val Gabriel, Managing Director of HP Ireland. “HP | Poly have extensive experience deploying a collective suite of AI-enabled audio and video solutions, which offer an immersive collaboration experience for all end users.”

Pricing and Availability

  • The Poly Studio X52 is expected to be available worldwide in late Summer for a starting price of €4,437.
  • The Poly Video OS 4.1 is expected to be available worldwide across the Poly Studio X Series of video bars and the Poly G7500 modular video conferencing systems in late Summer.
  • The Poly Studio E70 featuring Zoom’s Intelligent Director on Windows is expected to be available worldwide in October 2023.
  • The Poly Voyager Surround 80 is expected to be available worldwide in August for a starting price of €459.95.
  • The Poly Lens App is currently available worldwide.

Bank of Ireland relaunches FDI Landing Space

Bank of Ireland has relaunched its Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)  Landing Space in Stephen’s Green, following refurbishment during the pandemic. The FDI Landing Space provides companies arriving into Ireland with co-working office space, meeting rooms and event space above the Stephens Green branch in Dublin city centre.

Bank of Ireland’s FDI team has supported over 600 international companies to set up in the Irish market over the past decade. The FDI Landing Space provides hot desks, meeting rooms and boardrooms, with companies from the US, UK, EU, China, Australia, Japan and Canada availing of the space in the past.

Speaking at the launch, Kevin Elliott, Head of Global FDI, Bank of Ireland said: “Today’s announcement further strengthens our support for international companies basing themselves in Ireland. As the leading bank in Ireland for international companies, Bank of Ireland is delighted to provide our FDI Landing Space to support companies who may be considering Ireland as a base or starting to develop operations here. It has been fantastic to see FDI companies who have directly benefited from our Stephen’s Green facility going from strength to strength and announcing significant growth plans within the Irish market over the years. Following refurbishment of the space, we are now reopening again and we look forward to supporting a new crop of international companies into the future.”

 Founded in 2011, Bluecrux is a value chain consulting and technology company which has used Bank of Ireland’s FDI Landing Space in the past. Aaron O’Brien, Managing Director UK & Ireland,  Bluecrux said: “Bank of Ireland’s FDI Landing Space in Stephen’s Green has been a great asset that helped us develop our business in Ireland. I am pleased to say that Bluecrux has expanded and we currently have a team of 14 in Ireland joining our 265 global colleagues helping us grow our business. Our plans are to grow our headcount in Ireland to 50 by 2025.  We appreciate the help and support from Bank of Ireland and I would encourage any company looking to base themselves in Ireland to utilise the FDI space as you start to establish your business here.”

Bank of Ireland’s dedicated FDI team provides access to a full service offering for international companies, including electronic banking, payments, foreign exchange and treasury facilities, private wealth management and employee benefits solutions.

Tech Review – ASUS Zenfone 10 Rhinoshield SolidSuit case

The ASUS Zenfone 10 is certainly one beast of a phone and we have one here and continuing out testing as we speak and so far I am mighty impressed.Luckily enough we also have some cases for the phone and accessories to test out with it and they are important to protect your phone and make life easier especially with the accessories pack we have in our next review.

As cases go this is a simple case to apply to your phone and works really well giving you additional grip and protection of your shiny new phone that you should keep protected as we all know a drop can be expensive.  The case protects the front of the device with a nice lip going around the screen with extra depth ports giving additional protection yet any cable with fit through as with some case the charging port would not allow thicker cables in this one does and you will see what I mean in the video review below.

The keys are angled making it easy to navigate and there is a sloped cutout where the power on/off key is, the camera lens is also raised as there is two different sized humps here and it also stops the rocking on a table effect, the case has a nice carbon fibre look finish to it and will work with wireless chargers, you should pick one up.

SolidSuit series now offers MagSafe-compatible versions for your iPhone, giving you 2x the magnetic force to keep your device securely in place. Say goodbye to dropped phones and hello to peace of mind with the SolidSuit MagSafe case.

 

Video Review

Tech Review – ASUS Zenfone 10 Connex Accessories Set

When it comes to accessories for our smartphones there is plenty to pick from but none like this set which is modular and allows you to pick between to pieces to suit your needs at a given time which is kind of a neat idea I must add and not seen before in this format. This is kind of a 3 in 1 kit giving you a protective shell and then two pieces that can be added by clipping onto the case itself hence being modular.

The shell alone does a good job protecting your device albeit a bit on the glossy side on the rear and slippy and it has lots of perforations on the case to allow you to stick on either the card holder or phone stand which is neat. The card holder is neat and made with a nice material and will hold at a guess up to three cards from my testing and keep them secure, the texture of the cad holder also gives you additional grip on the case too and if one card is in it or even three in my testing they will not fall out so it is for most people out there today who carry card and it looks much better than those wallet styled cases that are bulky and cumbersome..

ASUS Zenfone 10 – Connex accessories set – techbuzzireland

Overall this is the ideal case for those who want that bit more from an accessory pack giving them more than one option and it is certainly worth investing in. Check the video below for more.

Video Review 

 

 

ASUS Unveils the Mighty New Zenfone 10. First look and walkthrough

ASUS today announced the mighty new Zenfone 10, the latest generation of this iconic hand-sized 5.9″ smartphone that redefines expectations for compact smartphones.

Zenfone 10 heralds a new era where compact means powerful, and small is the new big. It’s powered by the flagship Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform, along with the latest LPDDR5X memory and UFS 4.0 ROM technologies for the ultimate performance. But amazingly, battery life has been increased by almost 13%,1 with no change in battery capacity. Convenient Qi-compatible wireless charging has also been added.

The advanced 144 Hz3 AMOLED display on Zenfone 10 delivers ultra vivid colors in any conditions, and visuals are enhanced even further in collaboration with leading visual-processing company Pixelworks®.

The camera system on Zenfone 10 has been seriously upgraded, incorporating the latest 6-Axis Hybrid Gimbal Stabilizer 2.0 and new algorithms for rock-steady videos. To usher in the next generation of mobile video, there’s also a new Adaptive EIS electronic image stabilization system, along with OZO Audio-powered 3D surround-sound recording capabilities. Selfie capabilities have also been massively enhanced, with a 32 MP front camera featuring an RGBW sensor and large 1.4 μm pixels for outstanding low-light image capture.

We’ve also given Zenfone 10 even more intelligence, leveraging advanced AI features to elevate the user experience to new heights. From advanced UI tweaks to intelligent camera features, Zenfone 10 adapts to the user’s needs and preferences, and helps make every interaction intuitive and effortless.

The stylish Zenfone 10 is available in a choice of five refreshing colors, including three new shades, and all inspired by the harmonizing colors of the cosmos. It’s also built with sustainability in mind, incorporating eco-friendly bio-based polycarbonate materials and an increased proportion of recyclable packaging.

Mighty On Hand: compact and powerful

Until today, smartphone users have had to choose between compact or powerful, but the mighty Zenfone 10 changes everything.

It’s designed for effortless one-handed operation, is powered by the flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform, and includes high-performance LPDDR5X 8533 Mbps RAM and USF 4.0 ROM technology, so users now don’t need to compromise when choosing a phone that fits in the palm of their hand. And with its Snapdragon Elite Gaming features, Zenfone 10 offers true mobile gaming capabilities and smooth multitasking to rise to every challenge.

The advanced 144Hz AMOLED display on Zenfone 10 offers incredible Delta E <1 color accuracy and ultra-smooth scrolling, along with wide 151.9% sRGB and cinema-grade 112% DCI-P3 color gamuts for ultra vivid colors in any conditions. Collaboration with leading visual-processing company Pixelworks takes the excellent visuals even further with world-beating color accuracy.

Zenfone 10 is seriously stylish too, with three new cosmos-inspired colors — Aurora Green, Eclipse Red and Comet White — joining the ever-popular Starry Blue and Midnight Black.

We love our planet, and so does Zenfone 10. Its eco-friendly bio-based polycarbonate back cover5 reduces our use of petrochemicals and helps in our mission to minimize our carbon footprint. The packaging’s more recyclable too, using recycled paper and soy-based inks.

Stability, on hand: 6-Axis Hybrid Gimbal Stabilizer 2.0

The second-generation 6-Axis Hybrid Gimbal Stabilizer 2.0 in the 50 MP rear camera keeps videos even more blur-free and shake-free, even when the camera is moving. This innovative gimbal OIS monitors Zenfone 10’s every movement, in every direction, and uses that information to adjust the whole camera module in real time. It can compensate for shifts of up to +/- 3 °, so it can help smooth out even the wildest action, without optical distortion or ‘ghosting’. Combined with the ultrafast autofocus technology — which focuses quickly and reacts smoothly to changes — and hardware anti-shake EIS algorithms, Zenfone 10 delivers super-smooth, professional-looking action shots, whatever the subject.

Adding to 6-Axis Hybrid Gimbal Stabilizer 2.0’s superior anti-shake capabilities is its new Adaptive EIS technology. This uses the built-in gyro to detect movement, allowing dynamic adjustments to the size of the field of view to keep videos rock-steady at all times.

OZO Audio technology gives users the choice of eliminating wind noise for crystal-clear outdoor recordings, or capturing immersive, high-fidelity 3D Surround spatial audio.

The photography experience has been further improved with the ability to access the Light Trail mode and Quick Shot functions even when the phone’s screen is turned off. Quick Shot is a new feature that allows users to capture a photo instantly with a double-press of the volume key.

Selfies, on hand: 32 MP front camera with RGBW sensor

The upgraded 32 MP front camera on Zenfone 10 now features an RGBW sensor with large 1.4 μm pixels, giving the camera exceptional low-light performance. White pixels are added to the traditional RGB pixels, improving the overall image quality when capturing images in a dim environment. The advanced night scene algorithms help to deliver night-vision-grade selfies. When taking selfies at night or indoors with Zenfone 10, the foreground subjects have a natural skin tone, clear contours, and well-defined light and shadows. The background lighting and detail is also fully preserved.

Other camera modes have also been enhanced. Portrait mode has been upgraded with more flexible zoom options, and Light Trail mode now lets users capture professional-grade photos handheld, with no need for a tripod.

Endurance, on hand: Up to 2X battery life, new charging options

Using power-efficient CPU and components, we’ve improved Zenfone 10’s battery life by up to 12.9%, even though it has the same 4300 mAh battery capacity as its predecessor.

We’ve also added a new 30 W HyperCharge capability for maximum charging performance, and for convenience Zenfone 10 now also supports wireless charging via any Qi-compatible wireless charger.

Specifications

ASUS Zenfone 10

  • Processor Qualcomm® Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2, Octa-Core, 3.2GHz
  • GPU Qualcomm® Adreno™ 740
  • UI Android™ 13 with new Zen UI
  • Display 5.92″ 20.4:9 (2400 x 1080) 144 Hz (only available in games) 800 nits outdoor readable brightness 1,100 nits peak brightness Avg Delta-E < 1
  • Dimensions 68.1 x 146.5 x 9.4 mm
  • Weight 172 g
  • Battery 4,300 mAh (typical)、Wired 30 W HyperCharge、Wireless 15 W Qi-certified charging
  • Memory Up to 16 GB LPDDR5X RAM
  • Storage Up to 512 GB UFS4.0 ROM
  • Sensors Accelerator, E-Compass, Proximity, Ambient light sensor, Side fingerprint sensor, Gyro (Support ARCore), Hall Sensor
  • Wireless Technology Integrated 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, WiFi 7: 802.11 be/ax/ac/b/g/n, (2.4 GHz + 5 GHz + 6 GHz), 2×2 MIMO, 2 Antenna, WiFi-Direct Bluetooth® 5.3 (Bluetooth Profile: HFP + A2DP + AVRCP + HID + PAN + OPP Additional Bluetooth audio codec: LDAC + aptX + aptX HD + aptX Adaptive+AAC)
  • GPS GNSS support GPS (L1/L5), Glonass (L1), Galileo (E1/E5a), BeiDou (B1/B2a), QZSS (L1/L5) and NavIC (L5).
  • I/O Ports USB 2.0 Type-C®, supports QC4.0/PD 3.0 Charging3.5 mm Audio Jack – Head phone
  • Camera Front Cam: 32 MP, RGBW, pixel binning technology. Rear Cam: 50 MP (Main camera Sony® IMX766) 13 MP (120° ultrawide-angle lens)
  • Voice Wakeup Yes
  • Speaker Receiver (as top speaker) 10 x 12 5-magnet Speaker 11 x 15 External Smart Amplifier x 2
  • Splash, Water, and Dust
  • Resistant IP65 / IP68
  • NFC Supported
  • Color Aurora Green, Midnight Black, Comet White, Eclipse Red, Starry Blue

 

AVAILABILITY & PRICING

ASUS Zenfone 10 will be available for pre-order from June 29th to July 31st in United Kingdom from ASUS official online store. Please contact your local ASUS representative for further information. – ASUS Official Site Link: https://www.asus.com/uk/mobile-handhelds/phones/zenfone/zenfone-10/

 

Full review now live here

UK – Pre-order Offer: 29th June – 31st July

  • Zenfone 10 16G/512G: Save £70 (free memory and storage upgrade!) -> £749.99
  • Zenfone 10 8G/256G: Save £50 -> £699.99

UK – Standard Price (all colours available)

  • Zenfone 10 16G/512G: £819.99
  • Zenfone 10 8G/256G: £749.99

UNBOXING AND WALKTHROUGH 

Deliveroo Reveals Future Food Trends in 2040 in ‘Snack To The Future’ Report

Welcome to the future of food delivery and enjoyment in 2040. From desktop to dining table, bench to beach, Deliveroo has launched a SNACK TO THE FUTURE report, bringing together leading futurists and experts from the worlds of food, science, technology and innovation to create a forward-looking view of how the nation will be eating by 2040 and how our dinner tables are set to revolutionise.

The SNACK TO THE FUTURE report from Deliveroo and guest experts including Georgie Barrat (Technology Journalist and TV Presenter) and Tom Cheesewright (applied Futurist), reveals key predictions and technological advancements by 2040 that are set to rock consumers’ worlds, including:

 

  • BREATH-PRINTS: Find out how breath-prints will make our future food decisions for us. Expect personal tech devices to be enabled with BreathTech, meaning you can breathe on your device and get a deep level of insight into what foods you should be eating to have optimal impact on your individual health and wellbeing

  • ME-GANSIM: Move over Keto, the predicted next big thing in dieting and set to be the mainstream diet of the future, is the Me-gan diet (Me-ganism); a hyper-personalised diet which is fully bespoke to your individual nutritional needs,  powered by AI technology

  • PERSONAL AIs: Underpinning the Me-gan diet and lifestyle, AI technology will offer you your own personal AI (a life long AI buddy) which will help automate and tailor what you are eating based on preferences and needs at any given time

  • FOODGASMS: Food that makes you feel… food delivery services will be using additional digital audio and visual content to elevate the meal enjoyment experience, so much so that it could take food pleasure to the next level with ‘foodgasms’ (braingasms via what you eat)

  • EDIBLE BEAUTY: Get ready to see the food and beauty industry become more integrated than ever with a rise in edible beauty products like anti-aging ice-cream and the chance to dine from hormone-balancing and dopamine driving menus

  • 3D PRINTED MEAL PLANS: From packed lunches to printed lunches, food prep is about to become a lot easier with advances in 3D printing technology helping you create perfectly portioned and nutritionally balanced meals, of your choice, at home

  • VR DINNER PARTIES: Dine with celebrities, royals and late loved ones in your favourite holiday destination, or recreate food moments from famous movies thanks to VR technology, which will simulate dining experiences from the comfort of your home – think: enjoying a delightful breakfast at Tiffany’s, while you’re tucking into a bacon sandwich on the sofa

  • FAREWELL FUSSY EATERS: Thanks to VR and AR technology, your brains could be tricked into thinking you are eating something you are not, for example, if you are a fussy eater who doesn’t want to eat vegetables, you could put on smart glasses and think you are eating chocolate or sweets

  • RESTORATIVE RESTAURANTS: New restaurant concepts will remove outside world distractions, with personal tech devices banned at entry and a rise in the popularity of silent cafés and restaurants, ONLY offering tables for one to encourage mindful eating

  • PASS THE AMARANTH: Whole grain staples, such as corn or maize, are about to look very different with alternatives such as amaranth, fonio, sorghum, teff, khorasan, einkorn and emmer,  all likely to be mainstream in 2040

  • ALT-OHOL: As the nation increasingly seeks alcohol alternatives, we can expect to see a rise in popularity of ‘wine’ cordials that mimic the taste and flavour profile of real wine, without the negatives

 

SNACK TO THE FUTURE: 2040 is commissioned by Deliveroo and written by Avansere with contributions from Will Shu (CEO and founder at Deliveroo) and;

  • Carlo Mocci (Chief Business Officer UK & Ireland at Deliveroo)

  • Devesh Mishra (Chief Product and Technology Officer at Deliveroo)

  • Georgie Barrat (Technology Journalist and TV Presenter)

  • Sarah DaVanzo (Quantitative data-driven Futurist, experienced start-up Entrepreneur, Agency Leader and F500 Corporate Executive)

  • Tom Cheesewright (applied Futurist helping people and organisations to see, share, and respond to a clearer vision of tomorrow)

  • Kaave Pour (Co-Founder of Space10, IKEA’s independent research and design lab)

  • Tracey Pollard (Managing Director of Bruce Gillingham Pollard)

 

QUOTE FROM WILL SHU, FOUNDER AND CEO OF DELIVEROO:

“I started Deliveroo in 2013 with a mission to connect people to the best quality food from local restaurants and deliver it directly to people’s doors. It has been an incredible ride over the past ten years and I am really proud of what we have built. As we look towards the next decade and beyond, Deliveroo will continue to create exciting new innovations in food delivery, build new and better consumer experiences and take Deliveroo beyond functionality and convenience to really capture the passion and emotion of food.”

Three of the expert predictions have been brought to life in incredibly detailed renders, showcasing how the future of food and food ordering could look by 2040.

Deliveroo’s SNACK TO THE FUTURE report predicts that in 2040, your diet could become fully bespoke thanks to AI technology, and food delivery services could synchronise meal options with your Personal AI and provide recommendations based on your physiological state at any given time.

Deliveroo’s SNACK TO THE FUTURE report predicts in 2040, you could desire a deeper connection with your food and visit ‘restorants’ to restore your mind, as well as your body. Smart glasses will be left at the door and ‘flavour concentration booths’ could fully immerse you in the look, sound, aroma and taste of a meal by simulating natural environments like forests, seasides and even being in the clouds.

Deliveroo’s SNACK TO THE FUTURE report predicts that in 2040, you could use augmented and virtual reality technologies to create multi-sensory food experiences and simulate dining somewhere else in the world or eating with others elsewhere in the world from the comfort of your home.

More takeaways from the report below with standout quotes:

The ground-breaking SNACK TO THE FUTURE report, from Deliveroo, forecasts everything from what you’ll be eating, how you’ll be eating and who you’ll be eating with, in three chapters:

 

  • CHAPTER 1: Your personal food experiences are set to be heightened. Get ready for ‘ME-GANISM’ — diets that are bespoke to your individual biological, physical and mental needs. With the development of PERSONAL AI’s (a life-long AI buddy), this technology could be adopted to predict your unique nutritional needs and deliver personalised meal bundles that benefit your body and mind. Smart cooking, cleaning and food circulation devices (to recycle and reuse food) could redefine how you eat at home. Meanwhile, advances in 3D FOOD PRINTING could enable you to customise the shape, density, look and feel of food to suit your desires

Tom Cheesewright (Applied Futurist):

“I can imagine that a rite of passage for someone in 2040 might not be about getting their first phone or first car. It could be getting their first, and only, Personal AI, who could then become a lifelong partner. And it could be these Personal AI’s that could advise and manage people’s personalised diets.”

 

  • CHAPTER 2: The desire for healthy, local and sustainable foods will increase existentially, but will use powerful, everyday technologies to understand where meals come from, how they are made, and what they consist of. New forms of nutrition could be available and affordable, and there could be a growing emphasis on MINDFUL MUNCHING experiences as you and the nation seek peace of mind. Meanwhile, the food and beauty industry will become more integrated than ever, promoting beauty and wellness from the inside out through the creation of EDIBLE BEAUTY PRODUCTS – say goodbye to anti-ageing cream and hello to anti-ageing ice cream

Georgie Barrat (Technology Journalist and TV Presenter):

“I can see people having a simulation of someone that has got the same genetic makeup as them and then they can see the impact of different eating choices over a long period of time. So someone could check to see what they look like if they stick to a vegan diet, how their body could respond, and what their health condition could be like in 10 or 20 year’s time.”

 

  • CHAPTER 3: The development in AI, TECHNOLOGY, AUGMENTED AND VIRTUAL REALITIES will begin to drastically change the way you dine, enhancing where, how and what you eat and drink – your digital and physical engagement with food will fully converge. Virtual reality could get so sophisticated that you will feel like you are sitting and eating with others from around the world or having Breakfast at Tiffany’s while you eat a bacon sandwich on the sofa at home! VIRTUAL FOOD TOURISM means you could be able to discover local restaurant specialties or fine-dine in whichever location you dream of. In addition, DIGITAL GAME-INFUSED DINING could create playful, immersive and meditative meal-time experiences and FOOD-GASMS could become a reality!

Devesh Mishra (Chief Product and Technology Officer at Deliveroo):

“It may not replace the real thing, but I can imagine being able to experience a simulation of a top holiday destination like Thailand, and enjoying the world’s best Pad Thai dish, with my family, from the comfort of our home. That would be amazing.”

Personalised and convenient. Augmented and virtual — the future of food delivery and enjoyment is set to be an intriguing, immersive and innovative space to see emerge. With many new and exciting opportunities to eat anywhere, anytime and with anyone, the future of meal delivery is most certainly going to be a transformative space.

Poolbeg Pharma – Successful Artificial Intelligence led programme identifies multiple influenza drug targets

Poolbeg Pharma (AIM: POLB, OTCQB: POLBF, ‘Poolbeg’ or the ‘Company’), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focusing on infectious and other prevalent diseases with a high unmet medical need, announces a significant breakthrough in its world first influenza Artificial Intelligence (‘AI’) Programme with CytoReason. Poolbeg has been working with CytoReason since March 2022.

Poolbeg’s unique disease progression data from influenza human challenge trials combined with CytoReason’s broad repositories of curated disease data were analysed using CytoReason’s industry-leading AI-led platform. The analysis has led to the discovery of multiple novel drug targets for the treatment of influenza.

Identification of drug targets from this unique data-set has previously been successful as p38 MAP Kinase, inhibited by POLB 001, was identified as a driver of severe influenza but this required manual analysis that took several years. However, through the utilisation of CytoReason’s cutting-edge AI technology, Poolbeg has now identified multiple novel drug targets in just 15 months. Moreover, CytoReason’s analysis independently confirmed the significance of the p38 MAP kinase pathway in influenza, providing further validation for Poolbeg’s POLB 001 programme.

The Company is actively exploring the most effective way to further develop the novel drug targets in order to generate value and looks forward to updating shareholders about the progress of this programme in due course. This marks Poolbeg’s second successful AI Programme, following the identification of potential new drug candidates for Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) announced in December 2022.

Jeremy Skillington, PhD, Chief Executive Officer of Poolbeg Pharma, commented: “Our collaboration with CytoReason has put Poolbeg at the forefront of AI drug discovery. CytoReason’s deep interrogation of the uniquely rich data derived from human challenge trials has deepened our knowledge of influenza, resulting in the identification of multiple novel influenza drug targets. There is a significant unmet need for new and better treatments for vulnerable patients with influenza and this is a major milestone in the delivery of new therapies that can improve patient outcomes and global health.”

David Harel, Chief Executive Officer of CytoReason, said:

“Once again, we’re pleased to see that leveraging CytoReason’s computational disease models to extract insights from Poolbeg’s unique human challenge data can optimise the target discovery process. More importantly, these impressive results would not be possible without the commitment, transparency, and reciprocity of both teams.”