Audioscenic, the UK based spatial computing audio market leader, are proud to announce that Amphi – their best-in-class software package that integrates 3D audio beamforming technology with a wide range of consumer computing devices – now supports headphone processing. The update adds HRTF virtualisation for multichannel surround content giving users the ability to consume spatial audio through headphones and making the Audioscenic Amphi suite an even more versatile solution for spatial audio experiences.
“This software update is a much-needed addition to our suite, as PC ecosystem partners were requesting the ability to provide spatial audio reproduction through headphones and also to add customisation for their customers,” said Audioscenic CTO Marcos Simón. “Now, Audioscenic can offer a complete audio solution for all their customers including both speaker and headphone audio processing. Now, when consumers switch to headphones instead of speaker audio, they will still be able to consume spatial sound.”
Support for the Amphi Suite in Windows was announced early in June 2023 at the Computex trade show. At that time, Audioscenic announced the first implementation of their technology as a Windows APO that contained the Audioscenic 3D audio beamforming technology for spatial audio reproduction through speakers. With the newly added headphone components, users can enjoy spatial audio reproduction over headphones of multichannel surround audio and also personalise headphone EQ to a given headphone model.
With the new added headphone components, users can enjoy spatial audio reproduction over headphones of multichannel surround audio and also personalise headphone EQ to a given headphone model.
The Audioscenic team is also working on future releases of the Amphi headphone technology, including the ability to perform dynamic head-tracking to provide an even more enhanced sound immersion. “With or without headphones, we’re creating a completely customizable spatial audio experience that is accessible to anyone without needing to heavily invest in audio hardware.” said David Monteith, Audioscenic CEO. “Audioscenic’s mission as a company is to make the everyday spatial audio experience a fact of life — integrating into anywhere in the house where you might hear audio and benefit from that immersion, be it with gaming, movies, or music listening.”
Audioscenic Amphi GUI for Windows (Speaker mode, left; and Headphone mode, right.)
The Audioscenic team will be attending CES 2024, Las Vegas, where they will have a number of demo systems featuring the new Amphi Suite (laptops, monitors, desktop soundbars) and showcase new products based on the technology.
From Science Fiction to Reality: Actuators’ Role in Transformative Tech Breakthroughs
Imagine a world where your morning routine is seamlessly automated – your curtains draw themselves back to greet the dawn, your coffee brews at just the right moment, and your living environment adjusts to your preferences without a second thought. It’s the reality of today’s smart homes, made possible by the remarkable, yet often overlooked, technology hidden in plain sight: actuators.
These small but mighty components are integral to modern technology, playing a pivotal role in enhancing our homes into more dynamic environments. Let’s read further to learn key points and interesting detail about the way these devices act in different home automation constructions and not only. Get inspired with innovative ideas to make your own living space convenient and smarter.
How Did They Appear? A Brief History of Actuators
The story begins in the early days of mechanization, when the first actuators, rudimentary yet revolutionary, laid the groundwork for the wonders we see today. These early inventions were simple machines – levers, pulleys, and screws – that converted energy into motion. Fast forward to the present, and these devices have evolved into sophisticated systems, capable of precise movements and complex tasks.
This evolution mirrors the trajectory of technology itself, especially in the dynamic area of home automation. Early home technologies were manual and complicated, much like the first actuators. But as these devices advanced, becoming more refined and efficient, so too did the technologies in our homes. From the clunky gadgets of the past to today’s sleek, interconnected systems, actuators have been a driving force behind this transformation.
Innovations in home automation particularly showcase the remarkable journey of these devices. The once humble components, limited to basic mechanical tasks, are now at the heart of sophisticated home automation systems. They enable our blinds to adjust to the sun’s position, our thermostats to regulate temperature autonomously, and our security systems to react with precision – all with minimal human intervention.
This seamless integration of actuators into home automation not only reflects technological advancement but also signifies a shift in our interaction with the spaces we inhabit. Our homes are no longer static environments but dynamic ecosystems that adapt, learn, and respond to our needs, thanks to these unassuming yet powerful devices.
Actuators in Home Automation: Making Life Easier
The marvel of home automation, simplifying and enhancing our lives, owes much to a key component often hidden in plain sight – electric linear actuators. These devices are the unsung heroes in the narrative of smart home evolution, turning the once fictional ideas of automated living into an accessible reality. Let’s discover how actuators are changing our home environments, making daily tasks more convenient, efficient, and enjoyable.
Consider the scenario of automated windows in a smart home. Here, actuators perform a vital role. By integrating with sensors and smart systems, they enable windows to open or close in response to environmental conditions like temperature, humidity, or even air quality. This not only ensures optimal comfort but also contributes to energy efficiency by regulating indoor temperatures naturally, reducing the reliance on heating and cooling systems.
Speaking about security, door actuators have transformed the way we access and secure our homes. Smart locks, powered by compact yet powerful actuators, offer keyless entry and remote locking and unlocking capabilities, enhancing both convenience and security. With features like biometric recognition or connectivity with smartphones, these systems have taken home security to new heights.
Another area where actuators shine is in creating adaptable living spaces. Adjustable furniture, such as beds and chairs that can change positions with the touch of a button, utilizes actuators for smooth and precise movements. This not only adds a layer of luxury but is also a boon for individuals with mobility challenges, making comfort and accessibility a priority in home design.
Innovative Breakthroughs in Home Automation
The innovations brought about by actuators in home automation are transformative. One cutting-edge example is climate control. Advanced HVAC systems now employ actuators to regulate airflow and temperature in different zones of a house, based on occupancy and individual preferences. This intelligent zoning not only enhances comfort but also significantly reduces energy consumption, illustrating how these devices contribute to sustainable living.
Another breakthrough is in the automation of kitchen appliances. Actuators have enabled the development of smart refrigerators, ovens, and even cabinets that can open and close automatically, adjust settings, and provide alerts or reminders. These features simplify cooking and food storage, making the kitchen a center of convenience and efficiency.
Actuators have also made strides in enhancing home entertainment systems. From motorized TV mounts that adjust for the best viewing angle to automated projector screens and sound systems that emerge or retract as needed, these innovations have redefined the home entertainment experience, blending technology seamlessly into the fabric of our living spaces.
The benefits of these innovations are not only about the simple convenience. They represent a significant leap in making our homes more energy-efficient, secure, and accessible. The automation enabled by actuators caters to a diverse range of needs and preferences, demonstrating that the future of home living is not just about technology, but about creating spaces that adapt to and enrich our lives.
As technology continues to advance, we can expect even more innovative applications of actuators, further embedding them as essential components in the evolution of smart homes.
Ahead of the Data Centre Ireland conference, Wisetek (Booth 521) are calling on all businesses to improve their sustainability practices when it comes to data centres.
With data centres expected to consume around 20% of the world’s power supply by 2025 and an estimated 59.4 million tonnes of e-waste in total produced globally in 2022, the environmental impact is significant. The decommissioning of data centres is one of the biggest contributors to e-waste, making it crucial for businesses to be aware of just how their e-waste is handled.
The backbone of our flourishing digital economy is the data centre. Modern data centres are quite resource-intensive, consuming about one per cent of total electricity consumption worldwide, or 205 terawatt-hours. Reducing this figure will require greater efforts in data centre resource management.”
notes Donal Gibson, Head of International Sales at Wisetek
Wisetek offers a comprehensive suite of data centre services, including migration, data centre decommissioning, data destruction, and erasure services. By partnering with Wisetek, businesses can ensure the safe and responsible management of their data centres throughout their lifecycle. Wisetek’s expertise in data sanitisation and IT asset disposition allows for the recycling and reuse of IT assets, minimising e-waste generation.
Speaking on the Circular Economy
On Day 2 of the conference Wisetek’s Global Accounts Director, Gary McCarthy will be one of the speakers on ‘The Growing Circular Economy Within Data Centres’ panel (3:10-3:55, strategy stream, room 1.)
As data centres evolve, their commitment to the circular economy shapes not just their efficiency but our collective responsibility for a greener future. Wisetek are incredibly proud to be a part of this initiative and to help grow sustainability in the industry.
Gary McCarthy, Global Accounts Director, Wisetek
The Importance of Migration, Decommissioning, Data Destruction & Data Erasure
Our decommissioning services provide full ITAD reporting, including certificates of data destruction and inventory reporting whilst endeavouring to minimise the amount of e-waste generated via the recycling and reuse of IT assets wherever possible
Donal Gibson, Head of International Sales at Wisetek
As the demand for data centres continues to grow, businesses must prioritize sustainability to mitigate the environmental impact. By implementing Wisetek’s suite of data centre services, businesses can improve their sustainability practices and contribute to a greener future. Wisetek is committed to helping businesses handle their e-waste responsibly and operate data centres in a sustainable manner.
As Data Centres become increasingly common, the safe handling of large data volumes is of the utmost importance. Wisetek is at the forefront of this exciting field, providing solutions for data sanitisation and data centre hardware lifecycle management. With a track record of continuous innovation in the OEM industry, we are excited to showcase our expertise at the Data Centre Ireland event at the RDS this week.
Donal Gibson, Head of International Sales at Wisetek
Wisetek’s suite of data centre services includes migration, data centre decommissioning, data destruction, and erasure services.
We understand the significance of maintaining the security of your data. Our migration services encompass a comprehensive on-site customer audit, ensuring clients stay informed with real-time portal reports, as well as a complete IT relocation service, covering deinstallation, logistics, packaging, reinstallation, and powering up. For those in the decommissioning phase, we offer a secure range of services, including decabling and deracking. A thorough and efficient IT asset audit is included, featuring inventory reconciliation of retired assets, in addition to the documentation and logging of assets within the inventory tracking system.
Donal Gibson, Head of International Sales at Wisetek
Unused materials are recycled according to Wisetek’s Sustainable EARTH standard, which has received external certification for meeting the R2 Responsible Recycling standard and adhering to global regulations.
The Wisetek Sustainable EARTH Program is designed to provide assurance that all of our processing is done in a full transparent, secure and auditable manner whilst ensuring compliance with the highest global environmental regulatory recycling standards
Our aim with the Wisetek Sustainable EARTH Program is to deliver the assurance that all our operations are conducted transparently, securely, and in a way that can be audited, while also ensuring strict compliance with the highest environmental recycling standards across the globe.
Donal Gibson, Head of International Sales at Wisetek
With the unveiling of the iPhone 14, a new chapter in mobile innovation has commenced. This distinguished gadget fuses the quintessence of Apple’s aesthetic ethos with avant-garde technological advances, setting a new benchmark for what consumers envisage from their mobile companions. We investigate the nuances of the iPhone 14, scrutinizing its capabilities, efficacy, and the overall experience it presents to users.
Excellence in Design: Harmonizing Precision with Style
The iPhone 14 is the pinnacle of a sturdy and attractive design that perfectly balances metal and glass parts. An improvement in durability and modern design is made possible by the use of aerospace-grade aluminum and a Ceramic Shield on the front. The shape of the gadget is a monument to the innovative and evolutionary leaps, maintaining the classic appearance while going beyond accepted boundaries.
Design Highlights:
Aerospace-standard aluminum contour
Ceramic Shield forefront
Certified IP68 for water and dust resistance
Enhanced, vivid display for immersive engagement
Mastery of Performance: The Vital Pulse of iPhone 14
The A15 Bionic processor is the powerhouse of the iPhone 14, propelling the device’s capability to celestial levels. With a 6-core CPU featuring 2 high-performance and 4 efficiency cores, paired with a 5-core GPU and a formidable 16-core Neural Engine, it equips users with the might to perform sophisticated tasks with ease and agility.
Performance Milestones:
A15 Bionic processor with a 6-core CPU
5-core GPU for cutting-edge visual fidelity
16-core Neural Engine dedicated to AI and ML operations
Extended battery life for uninterrupted use
Pinnacle of Camera Technology: Precision in Every Snapshot
The iPhone 14’s camera architecture escalates the art of photography. With its dual-camera system boasting larger sensors and progressive computational photography techniques, it endows users with the ability to seize vivid images and videos with exceptional precision and color fidelity.
Camera Features:
12MP primary camera with an expansive sensor
12MP Ultra-Wide lens
Photonic Engine for superior low-light performance
4K Dolby Vision HDR video capture
Connectivity Unleashed: Leading the Charge in Innovation
In today’s interconnected world, the iPhone 14 shines with its 5G prowess, ensuring swift data exchanges and seamless streaming. Complemented by Wi-Fi 6 support, it delivers swiffer, more stable connections, while the novel introduction of satellite connectivity for emergencies reaffirms Apple’s dedication to innovation and safety.
Connectivity Highlights:
5G technology for rapid data transmission
Wi-Fi 6 for a steadfast and speedy connection
Satellite links for emergency SOS situations
eSIM technology for a consistent network experience
Astute Market Integration: The iPhone 14’s Commercial Journey
The iPhone 14’s reception in the marketplace is crucial to its narrative. Apple’s shrewd placement in global markets caters to both dedicated followers and newcomers. Their tiered pricing structure makes it easy to sell iPhone 14, ensuring a harmony of premium appeal and competitive edge.
Commercial Strategy and Market Insights:
Multi-tiered pricing for diverse market segments
Exchange initiatives and payment plans to enhance accessibility
Reward programs and ecosystem integration to spur upgrades
Targeted adverts that underscore the iPhone 14’s prime features
The commercial tactics for the iPhone 14 are devised to leverage a synergy of novelty and familiarity, enticing a wide-ranging consumer demographic.
Optimizing User Experience: Software Enlivening Hardware
The iPhone 14 transcends a mere collection of state-of-the-art components; it’s the fluid interplay with iOS that heightens the user experience. iOS’s intuitive platform, fortified by AI and ML, offers a bespoke and dynamic user engagement.
User Experience Advancements:
Seamless iOS integration for an intuitive interface
Customized Emoji and Animoji with precise facial recognition
Enhanced Siri interactions for a lifelike conversational feel
Advanced privacy protocols for robust data security
With iOS’s prowess and the iPhone 14’s hardware, the user experience promised is intuitive and invigorating, solidifying the iPhone 14 as a standard-bearer of mobile sophistication.
Eco-Conscious Progression: A Pledge to Environmental Care
Apple’s progress in ecological stewardship is mirrored in the iPhone 14, with recycled elements incorporated into its components, reflecting a conscious effort to mitigate environmental impact.
Environmental Initiatives:
Incorporation of recycled materials
Exclusion of toxic substances
Energy-efficient design for carbon footprint reduction
Objective to reach carbon neutrality by 2030
The iPhone 14’s Distinction in the Mobile Arena
In summary, the release of the iPhone 14 marks a significant turning point in the development of smartphones and a time of great technological advancement. Apple’s product not only pays tribute to the never-ending pursuit of excellence but also illustrates how the landscape of mobile technology is changing. Through the marriage of exquisite design, reliable performance, outstanding photographic capabilities, and cutting-edge connectivity, the iPhone 14 becomes a signal for the future of communication.
First announced at InfoComm in June but now available as a product update, Jabra’s video bar solutions have just become smarter.
Intelligent Meeting Space
We made our Jaba PanaCast 50 professional video bar a little too good at picking up every face. So particularly in glass-walled meeting rooms but also for open-plan spaces, there’s a chance people outside your meeting could find themselves on screen for remote participants.
Our new Intelligent Meeting Space feature has it handled, enabling you to customise your meeting space so that only people inside your specified area are included in the meeting. The Jabra PanaCast 50 and PanaCast 50 Room System simply allows for definition of room boundaries of the virtual meeting space, so only people within this area are included, whereas bystanders and people walking by are excluded.
Intelligent Speaker
Jabra PanaCast 50 and Jabra PanaCast 50 Room System are the first front-of-room devices to be certified for Microsoft’s new Intelligent Speaker functionality, which identifies who said what in a Microsoft Teams Room meeting and allows each person to have their spoken words accurately attributed to them in the transcript Using intelligent speech recognition identifies up to 10 individual speakers’ voices, adding names of in-room participants to the live transcription so you know exactly who’s said what. Voice recognition functionality – upon individual enrollment – enables in-room participants to maintain their identity in the meeting transcript, enabling more precise intelligent recaps for users with a Teams Premium license.
Intelligent Speaker is proprietary Microsoft technology to uniquely identify a person’s voice to have accurate speaker attribution. When multiple people are speaking in a conference room, and the transcription feature in Microsoft Teams is enabled, it makes sure the sentences and words of each attendee be attributed to them as opposed to being generically attributed to the meeting space.
Jabra PanaCast 50 is the first and only Microsoft Teams Rooms video bar that supports Intelligent Speaker right in the bar, without having to purchase a secondary device just to enable this capability.
As explained by Microsoft, announcing the general availability, Intelligent Speaker will bring people identification in live transcription in a shared environment enabling clear voice capture of participants in the meeting room. Allowing everyone in the meeting to spend less time taking notes and easily follow along who said what in the room. Intelligent speakers include a 7-microphone array to identify voices, so whether you are working remotely or in the conference room, you can effectively see who said what during and after the meeting.
Josh Blalock, Microsoft MVP and Chief Video Evangelist at Jabra said:”No-one likes taking minutes – and now, no-one has to. We are proud to be the first to bring Intelligent Speaker for Microsoft Teams directly to a video collaboration bar, expanding the ROI for our PanaCast 50 customers, and eliminating the need for them to further complicate their meeting room deployments. At Jabra, we are always looking for ways to harness the power of cutting-edge AI technologies to revolutionise hybrid and remote meetings, and this is a major step.”
Explore a variety of entertaining voice effects, from robotic to celebrity-inspired, and elevate your online experience. Unleash your creativity, enhance privacy, and add a touch of fun to your conversations. Change your voice on the fly with HitPaw and redefine how you connect and communicate in the digital world.”
In the age of digital communication, there are plenty of ways to express ourselves online. From text messages to video calls, we’ve come a long way in connecting with others virtually. The ability to rapidly change your voice is one feature that has remained exciting and, for some, elusive. Imagine being able to change your voice for privacy or entertainment during a video chat or phone call. This is where real-time voice changers come into play.
What is a Real-Time Voice Changer?
A real-time voice changer is a software tool that allows users to change their voices while speaking or recording audio and video content. These voice changers are used for a variety of purposes, including entertainment, privacy enhancement, and simply having fun by experimenting with various voice effects.
How to Select a Free Real-Time Voice Changer?
When selecting a real-time voice changer, one of the critical factors to consider is whether it offers free features. Free real-time voice changers provide accessibility to a broader audience and allow users to experience the software’s capabilities before committing to a purchase.
Part 1: How We Pick the Best Voice Changer?
Selecting the best voice changer involves considering key factors to ensure you find a reliable and effective tool for transforming your voice. We will explore HitPaw Voice Changer, a real-time voice changer with various magic sound effects, change your voice on all gaming, live streaming and VOIP software, offers both free and premium features, making it an excellent choice for users of all levels.
Follow these steps to choose the right free real-time voice changer for your needs:
Compatibility
Ensure the voice changer is compatible with your operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux, etc.).
Features and Effects
Check the range of voice effects offered by the free voice changer. Look for a variety of options, from funny and whimsical to more serious and realistic results.
Real-Time Capability
Confirm that the selected voice changer has a real-time feature. This enables you to change your voice during live conversations or recordings.
Ad-Free Experience
Look for a voice changer that provides an ad-free experience. Excessive ads can disrupt your user experience and diminish the enjoyment of the tool.
Features of HitPaw Voice Changer
Real-Time Voice Changer: Alter your voice during live conversations, gaming sessions, or content recording.
AI-Powered Celebrity Voices: Replicate the voices of famous personalities with remarkable accuracy.
Text-to-Speech: Convert text into spoken words with various voice effects.
Voice Effects Library: Select from various voice effects, including robotic, funny, and others.
Create Your Voice Effects: Save your voice effects for later use.
Part 2: How to Get Your Best-Liked Voice Using the Real-Time Feature?
The real-time voice-changing feature of HitPaw Voice Changer allows you to transform your voice on the fly. Whether you want to sound like a movie villain or an adorable cartoon character or simply add a touch of humor to your conversations, HitPaw has you covered.
How to Use the Real-Time Feature?
HitPaw Voice Changer’s real-time feature is a powerful tool that allows you to transform your voice on the fly during live conversations, gaming sessions, or recording content. Follow these simple steps, accompanied by screenshots, to make the most of this exciting feature.
Step 1: Download and Install HitPaw Voice Changer
Start by downloading HitPaw Voice Changer from the official website. Once the download is complete, run the installation wizard to set up the software on your computer. It’s available for both Windows and macOS.
Step 2: Select Real-Time Voice Changer
Launch the application and choose the “Real-Time Voice Changer” option from the main menu.
Step 3: Customize Voice Effects
Browse through the extensive library of voice effects, select your preferred one, and customize it to suit your taste.
Step 4: Adjust the Voice Settings
Select the desired voice effect, then tweak the pitch and voice similarity. You must click “Change Voice” after adjusting the settings.
Step 5: Start Real-Time Voice Transformation and Download
After selecting your voice options, click “change voice” to change your voice with AI. Free users can only process for 30 seconds and cannot export, whereas members can process for 10 minutes and download.
Benefits of Using the Real-Time Feature
Enhanced Entertainment: Add a layer of amusement to your online interactions, gaming sessions, or streaming by surprising your audience with unique and entertaining voices.
Dynamic Content Creation: For content creators, the real-time feature opens up possibilities for creating dynamic and engaging content, especially in genres like gaming or comedy.
Live Role-Playing: Engage in live role-playing scenarios by changing your voice to suit different characters, making your gaming or streaming experience more immersive.
Part 3: Other Wonderful Features You Must Try
Get Celebrity Voices with AI
Immerse yourself in the world of stardom with HitPaw’s AI-powered Celebrity Voices feature. Replicate the voices of your favorite celebrities, from iconic movie stars to beloved fictional characters. Elevate your conversations and content creation by adding a touch of glamour and authenticity.
Turn Text into Songs and Remix Genres with AI Magic
Unleash your inner musician with HitPaw’s AI Magic feature. Transform text into melodious songs and explore various pop, rock, and classical genres. Create personalized tunes with your voice, adding a unique and creative dimension to your content.
Customize Voice Effects with Text-to-Speech
Take control of your voice with HitPaw’s Text-to-Speech feature. Convert written text into spoken words and apply a spectrum of voice effects. Whether you’re narrating a story or experimenting with different tones, this feature offers endless possibilities for customization.
Personalize Your Voice with Custom Voice Effects
Craft a voice that is uniquely yours with HitPaw’s Custom Voice Effects feature. Tweak pitch, speed, and intensity to create a signature sound. Whether aiming for a comedic twist or a mysterious aura, the power to customize is at your fingertips.
HitPaw Voice Changer is not just a tool; it’s a creative hub for expressing yourself in ways you never thought possible. Explore these wonderful features and redefine how you communicate, create, and entertain.
FAQs:
1. What is the Best AI Real-Time Voice Changer?
When it comes to AI-powered real-time voice changers, HitPaw Voice Changer stands out as one of the best choices. Its AI-driven technology provides accurate voice replication and a wide range of effects.
2. Is There a Best Real-Time Voice Changer for Discord?
Discord is a popular platform for gamers and communities. HitPaw Voice Changer is an excellent option for Discord users, as it allows you to apply real-time voice effects while communicating with others, adding an extra layer of fun to your Discord experience.
3. Is It Possible to Fake Your Voice?
Yes, real-time voice changers like HitPaw Voice Changer enable you to modify your voice and create entirely different personas. While it’s fun for entertainment and privacy, using this technology responsibly and ethically is essential.
4. What Do YouTubers Use for Voice Changing?
Many YouTubers use voice-changing software to add humor and uniqueness to their content. Because of its ease of use and diverse voice effects, HitPaw Voice Changer is the best pick among content creators.
Conclusion:
The digital world of HitPaw Voice Changer offers limitless opportunities for expression and creativity. HitPaw’s real-time voice changer is simple to use, whether you’re a gamer, content creator, or looking to spice up your online interactions. Boosts your online experience, with HitPaw Voice Changer‘s amazing AI technology, broad voice effect library, and special features like automated speech and AI magic.
Don’t pass up the chance to explore and express yourself like never before – try HitPaw Voice Changer and discover the power of voice transformation.
Today is the launch of Hurd, a new, free app which helps employees demand more and do more on climate at work.
Hurd presents workers an opportunity to anonymously rate their company’s efforts to tackle the climate crisis, share success stories from their workplace, and use the platform’s e-learning resources to help them do more in their job.
Available on three platforms – Apple, Android and web – Hurd is designed to help employees connect their passion for contributing to the climate crisis to their jobs.
According to a recent study by Kite Insights, 83% of employees say they want to act on climate at work, and 70% say the ability to act on climate at work is important to their motivation and well-being.
Hurd will help users in four ways:
● Rate your company on how it involves you in climate action – and what it can change.
● Inspire and be inspired by sharing climate action success stories
● Join a community of like-minded people in other organisations
● Learn how you can make a difference in your role and industry
Sophie Lambin, founder & CEO of Hurd commented: “With Hurd, we want to focus on people as the ultimate force behind the potential to unlock positive tipping points.
“People and their willingness and ability to act at work is still untapped. Let’s give people the voice, the tools and the network to contribute to shifting the whole system faster and in a way that is inclusive.”
For every organisation, Hurd provides a Climate Empowerment Score, which measures how ready an organisation’s employees feel they are to act on climate. The score is calculated by frequently asking users three quick but different questions. The questions assess their understanding of (‘Head’), their connection to (‘Heart’) and their ability to act on (‘Hands’) climate at work.
Every question in the app contributes to one of these three scores, and, ultimately, the Climate Empowerment Score.
The score will also act as a useful tool for job seekers who are looking to work for companies where they act on climate. They will hear directly from current employees about what their employer is really doing to tackle the climate crisis and what it means for their jobs.
Mike Fenna, Chief Technology Officer of Hurd, added: “Hurd is a bit like Glassdoor for climate – it amplifies employee voices and improves transparency to help celebrate the best performing organisations, and to help others learn from them.
“However, whereas Glassdoor takes a ‘once and done’ approach, Hurd takes a ‘little and often’ approach, building up an ever-evolving, and eventually comprehensive picture of the user’s experience of their ability to act on climate at work.”
Hurd understands that employees have limited time within their job responsibilities to take on climate action and offers micro-learning lessons that provide essential knowledge in around five minutes. The first lessons include how people can assess their organisation’s climate action, and also a series of lessons focused on different job roles, explaining what part to play they each have to help with the climate crisis, for example: ‘I’m in HR – what can I do?’.
Sophie added: “At Hurd, our mission is to make climate action at work easy; that means helping everyone understand how different jobs – from the warehouse to the boardroom – can have an impact on climate change. People are passionate about doing the right thing for the climate and we are here to help guide them to the actions they can take at work”
Belfast based cybersecurity firm ANGOKA is to host its second UK & Ireland Drone Summit sponsored by KPMG and the Royal Air Force.
The summit will bring speakers from across Europe to discuss the evolution and revolution of drones, and the important role that cybersecurity plays in the accuracy and security of the communications between devices.
The conference, which will take place on November 20th in KPMG’s Belfast offices, will include a live security demonstration which will see a live hacking attempt to illustrate this landscape and how ANGOKA can mitigate for all eventualities using its secure communication technology.
Between keynote speakers and panel discussions, the summit will explore the cyber challenge for UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles), technology drivers behind UAV advancements and the regulatory and social challenge for UAVs.
Highlighting the importance of events like this Shadi Razak, Chief Technology Officer at ANGOKA says: “We’re delighted that the UK & Ireland Drone Summit is returning. With the success of last year’s event, we saw the benefits to the industry in bringing great minds together to discuss how we can transform the regulatory, governance, security and safety challenges to opportunities that harness the good and mitigate the negative impact and foreseen risk of UAV technologies.
“Drones are allowing us to achieve more than ever before and continue to provide opportunities to businesses and the economy. Whilst use of drones is important, the risks of cyber is real, both commercially and physically.
“The conference is bringing together thought leaders and innovators to discuss the benefits, and also the downfalls, that come with UAVs, and how as an industry we can work together to ensure both physical and digital security.”
ANGOKA has a proven record of creating impenetrable security systems to protect driverless road vehicles and UAVs. The Belfast firm has partnered with a number of projects in the UK Research and Innovation’s Future Flight Challenge including Skyway in which air traffic corridors in the south of England have been designated for drones and unmanned aircraft. ANGOKA also supplies the hacker-proof security for automated, teleoperated and unmanned aircraft using these corridors.
Speakers participating in ANGOKA’s UK & Ireland Drone Summit include KPMG’s Chair, Global AAM and Future of Flight Community Chris Brown, Royal Airforce’s Air and Space Welfare Centre Commandant Air Commadore Blythe Crawford CBE, Innovate UK’s Future Flight Challenge Innovation Lead Vicki Murdie, BT Group’s Director of Drones Dave Pankhurst, GSMA’s Senior Technical Director, Smart Mobility Lead Barbara Pareglio, and Civil Aviation Authority’s Emerging Policy Specialist for Future Safety and Innovation, Ed Fitzpatrick.
For more details and to register for the conference visit here.
Network optimisation company Data Edge today announces a new partnership with HUBER+SUHNER. The collaboration is expected to generate half a million euro (€500,000) for Data Edge in additional revenue over the next two years.
Headquartered in Switzerland, HUBER+SUHNER manufactures electrical and optical connectivity solutions, serving a variety of industries. A global leader, its solutions and products include optical switches, global navigation satellite system (GNSS) distribution and antennas, as well as cabling and connectors. This new partnership with Bray-based Data Edge is the company’s first in Ireland.
The collaboration enables Data Edge to enhance its data centre offering by bringing several new innovative solutions to the market in Ireland and making use of the unique GNNS distribution equipment and ‘power over fibre’ antenna solutions from HUBER+SUHNER.
It will also benefit Data Edge’s existing customers, enabling access to the latest generation optical distribution frames and lab switching which improves the speed of connections between communication facilities.
Data Edge and HUBER+SUHNER expect to generate new business through this partnership. In fact, they are already working together on a significant project with a leading multinational technology company.
Commenting on the partnership, Paul Phelan, CEO, Data Edge said: “Partnering with HUBER+SUHNER has been a goal for us for quite some time, as its suite of products are a perfect fit for our customers’ evolving needs. Due to our experience and position in the Irish market, we are a natural fit for this partnership and are looking forward to leveraging it fully to grow our business, particularly our data centre offering.”
Mark Alexander, Sales Manager, Data Centre at HUBER+SUHNER said: “When considering a partnership in the Irish market, Data Edge stood out to us as an experienced potential collaborator, having done excellent work here for a number of years on high-level projects such as the National Timing Protocol Timesaver and the recently launched National Timing Grid. Data Edge’s extensive work with optical switching installations and lab automation, as well as its standing in the telecommunications synchronisation sector, made them a natural choice to become our first partner in Ireland.”
Data Edge will be showcasing equipment from HUBER+SUHNER on its stand (#127) at the Data Centres Ireland show at the RDS convention centre this month, 22-23 November.
