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Multi mobility app FREE NOW announced as official Mobility App Partner for Munster Rugby until 2025

Ireland’s leading multi mobility app FREE NOW is partnering with Munster Rugby as its Official Mobility App Partner until 2025. The new partnership will bring FREE NOW and Munster Rugby together for the 2022-23 season and over the next three years.  

This announcement builds on FREE NOW’s commitment to support local communities and organisations across the country by providing them with flexible and sustainable transport solutions to help meet Ireland’s changing transport needs. 

Since launching its sustainable ECO booking (EV/hybrid) option on the app last year for passengers in Cork, the uptake of green journeys on the FREE NOW app has grown by 430% with 28% of the fleet in Cork being ECO. This function will be available to Munster Rugby supporters, staff and players, facilitating more sustainable transport choices in line with the team’s matches and travel requirements. 

As part of the partnership, fans attending the upcoming matches will be able to participate in competitions for a chance to win FREE NOW vouchers. 

Speaking at the launch of the partnership, Regional Development Manager for FREE NOW, Denis Fogarty said, “We are delighted to announce our new partnership with Munster Rugby for the next three years and as a former Munster player myself for over 12 years, I am really excited about this new sponsorship and to see FREE NOW supporting sport in the Munster region. 

FREE NOW has been providing public transport solutions for passengers in Cork for almost 10 years now and we look forward to expanding our offering further in the coming years in the region, helping more people get from A to B thanks to our fleet of driver partners across the country.”

Welcoming the news of the partnership, CEO of Munster Rugby, Ian Flanagan said, “We are delighted to partner with FREE NOW  in expanding our offering to our support base. Working with an organisation with a shared sense of community and sustainability at the centre of its offering is hugely important to us and we look forward to the next three years with FREE NOW.”

To find more about Munster Rugby please visit https://www.munsterrugby.ie/

Why Flutter is The Next Big Thing in Mobile App Development!

In order to maintain a strong digital presence, mobile app development has become a necessary thing for large corporations as well as SMEs. When it comes to creating mobile applications, iOS and Android are two of the most popular options. 

Different kinds of code are required for each of these platforms in order to build applications for them. Clients and mobile app development firms faced a challenge when they realized they needed to create two separate apps for iOS and Android.

Cross-platform application software such as Flutter helps in making mobile apps that can run on a wide variety of systems while still being written in a single language. Flutter has been around in the market since 2017. It has gained popularity because of its features, such as quick and fast app development and upgrades on both iOS and Android platforms. 

There are so many app development companies who believe that Flutter development is the next big thing. Let’s take a look at why you should choose Flutter to develop your business’s mobile app.

Why Flutter is The Future of Mobile App Development?

Here are the reasons why app development company prefers Flutter:

Rapid App Development

Since Flutter is cross-platform, it’s possible to use the exact same code for both Android and iOS. This eventually shortens the amount of time required to develop an app. This does not mean that you will require half of the time to develop the app, still, having one codebase for both platforms can help you focus on something else as well.

Updates to Android and iOS Apps Happen at the Same Time

When using a cross-platform development tool like Flutter, you can make apps for both platforms at the same time, so there’s no need to choose or focus on one platform at a time. Keep in mind that Apps for iOS and Android must also be reviewed before they can be made available to the general public.

Simple UI Design

Thanks to sharing the same code between platforms, only a single UI design is required. Cross-platform apps can take one of two approaches: either they completely reinvent the user experience by combining the greatest features of iOS and Android, or they adhere to the Material Design principles with only small tweaks for each platform using Flutter.

Easy Maintenance

Once the app is developed and ready to be released, you need to shift your focus to expanding the user base. In most cases, this means putting the program into “maintenance mode,” where fixing existing issues takes priority over adding new ones. 

Normally, companies think about hiring employees when it comes to maintaining the app and fixing any bugs or issues. However, with Flutter, you don’t have to spend any extra amount by hiring other employees as the software is capable of taking care of your mobile app.

Tried and Tested Technology

The first stable version of Flutter was released on December 4, 2018, making it a relatively young technology in the world of mobile app development. However, it has already been tried and tested in the real world by companies like Google, eBay, Alibaba, BMW, Toyota, etc. So, you can trust Flutter while thinking about designing your mobile app for Android and iOS. 

Instant Fuschia Support

With the help of Google’s newest operating system, Fuchsia, it is possible to create a production-ready operating system that doesn’t skimp on speed, stability, or security. Fuchsia is a framework that helps mobile app designers and developers create robust, cross-platform apps and user experiences. 

The Flutter framework is a useful tool for developing on Fuchsia. If you’re developing a mobile app in Flutter, you can deploy it to Fuchsia on the very first day. As a result, you may see a rise in the number of people who download and use your app right away.

Stable Performance

The Flutter source code is compiled before a mobile app is made available to the public. Because of this, native components can be interacted with without resorting to the web view or the JavaScript engine. Flutter’s code is drawn on the system canvas. This adds even more efficiency to the application. The framework team is very pleased with the fact that they have been able to maintain a stable frame rate of 60 or 120 FPS on a wide variety of systems.

Bottom Lines

You will be amazed to know that some of the biggest names in business have already used Flutter to develop their apps. If you want to make something that can run on multiple platforms, you should consider using Flutter. Rapid deployment, concurrent app upgrades, sharing a single codebase across iOS and Android, and enhanced efficiency are just some of the many advantages. This may be one of the reasons for its ever-increasing fame as a cross-platform framework.

Pocketalk Introduces Mobile App for Conversational Translations Wherever You Go

Pocketalk, a leader in real-time language translation technology, today introduces Pocketalk App, its first mobile app, which enables use of a phone or tablet for fast, reliable, and affordable two-way translation. The cloud-based Pocketalk App translates 82 languages, supporting a global need for accessible translation solutions. Easy to download on any iOS or Android device for £2.50 monthly or £25.50 annually, it provides subscribers access to the most accurate conversational translations whenever they use the app on their phone or tablet. First time users of the Pocketalk App will receive a free three-day trial that can be activated once the app is downloaded.

“There’s never been a greater need for accurate, fast, and accessible translations that bridge the language divide,” said Noriyuki Matsuda, Founder and CEO, Pocketalk. “The Pocketalk App contributes to a deeper understanding of people and different cultures, all at one’s fingertips, and meets a need for people to more easily communicate with each other anywhere in the world.”

Translations for Everyday Conversations

The Pocketalk App gives people freedom to speak with more confidence during multiple language conversations, knowing the person they’re speaking to will more clearly understand them, bridging language gaps when it’s needed most. The app lends itself to casual, spontaneous everyday conversations, and is the ideal companion for traveling abroad, for helping build stronger connections with relatives who may only speak their native language, for chatting with international friends or colleagues, and for informal exchanges at happy hour or the grocery store.

The Pocketalk App is a complement to Pocketalk’s existing suite of language translation products, including Pocketalk S and the HIPAA and GDPR compliant Pocketalk Plus that have proven success strengthening communication for travel, education, healthcare and logistics.

Once downloaded on a preferred mobile device or tablet, the Pocketalk App creates new potential for on-the-go conversations and translation support whenever multiple languages are being spoken.

Pocketalk App in Action

Once the Pocketalk App is downloaded on a phone or device, select the language you want to speak in and language you’d like to translate to. Then, hold down the “translate” on your screen and speak to activate. As you speak, the app will translate to text in the language you’ve asked it to translate to. Additional app features include:

  • One-button translation for simpler translations in fewer steps
  • Text-to-translate camera, which allows your phone or tablet camera to instantly recognise and translate digital text, written words, and signs
  • Conversion feature, which computes exchanges for currency, length, width and temperature

The Pocketalk App is available for purchase in the App store and Google Play for £2.50 monthly or £25.50 annually and provides subscribers a connection anywhere they go in the world. The free three-day trial can be activated following the initial app download. For more information and to view a product demo, visit Pocketalk.com.

Roscommon County Council selects Thrive.App as its internal communications app provider

Roscommon County Council, has today announced the launch of their internal communication application, RosComms, designed to improve communication, connection, and engagement between all Council employees.

Roscommon County Council is the authority responsible for local government in County Roscommon, Ireland.  The Council has over 450 employees, working across multiple locations.

With a percentage of employees having no regular access to emails, enhancing communication, and promoting employee engagement and well-being is essential for the Council.

Eugene Cummins, Chief Executive from Roscommon County Council said:

“To ensure all staff are included and feel part of the organisation, Roscommon County Council is making sure all information is simultaneously shared with all staff. Our RosComms app is helping us to provide a supportive and healthy working environment which is especially important during these challenging times. We are empowering and enabling our employees, managers, and supervisors with the right information at the right time to carry out their duties effectively and we continue to encourage a culture of learning and development.”

Caitlín Conneely, A/Director of Services from Roscommon County Council said;

“The deployment of the app brings everyone together. All employees receive regular updates including information on policies and procedures, job vacancies, well-being information, video updates, Health, and Safety information and more; this all happens in real time, with no one being the last to know.  Communicating with staff has always been important to Roscommon County Council and this app ensures timely and effective communication with all. “

Antoinette Gately, A/Head of HR from Roscommon County Council added;

“The support provided to us by Thrive has been excellent and very professional. They have advised and guided us throughout the implementation of this app and continue to support us in getting the best out of RosComms. “

James Scott, CEO (Chief Executive Officer) and Co-Founder of Thrive, adds;

“As organisations continue to navigate these challenging times, effective employee engagement has never been so important. We look forward to continuing to help Roscommon County Council achieve this in the weeks and months ahead and are delighted to be working with them. 

“Our goal is to help as many organisations as possible to build better places to work by transforming their communication and improving employee retention, shifting from traditional paper-based methods and team brie

Pocketalk Introduces Mobile App for Conversational Translations Wherever You Go

Pocketalk, a leader in real-time language translation technology, today introduces Pocketalk App, its first mobile app, which enables use of a phone or tablet for fast, reliable, and affordable two-way translation. The cloud-based Pocketalk App translates 82 languages, supporting a global need for accessible translation solutions. Easy to download on any iOS or Android device for £2.50 monthly or £25.50 annually, it provides subscribers access to the most accurate conversational translations whenever they use the app on their phone or tablet. First time users of the Pocketalk App will receive a free three-day trial that can be activated once the app is downloaded.

“There’s never been a greater need for accurate, fast, and accessible translations that bridge the language divide,” said Noriyuki Matsuda, Founder and CEO, Pocketalk. “The Pocketalk App contributes to a deeper understanding of people and different cultures, all at one’s fingertips, and meets a need for people to more easily communicate with each other anywhere in the world.”

Translations for Everyday Conversations

The Pocketalk App gives people freedom to speak with more confidence during multiple language conversations, knowing the person they’re speaking to will more clearly understand them, bridging language gaps when it’s needed most. The app lends itself to casual, spontaneous everyday conversations, and is the ideal companion for traveling abroad, for helping build stronger connections with relatives who may only speak their native language, for chatting with international friends or colleagues, and for informal exchanges at happy hour or the grocery store.

The Pocktalk App is a complement to Pocketalk’s existing suite of language translation products, including Pocketalk S and the HIPAA and GDPR compliant Pocketalk Plus that have proven success strengthening communication for travel, education, healthcare and logistics.

Once downloaded on a preferred mobile device or tablet, the Pocketalk App creates new potential for on-the-go conversations and translation support whenever multiple languages are being spoken.

Pocketalk App In Action

Once the Pocketalk App is downloaded on a phone or device, select the language you want to speak in and language you’d like to translate to. Then, hold down the “translate” on your screen and speak to activate. As you speak, the app will translate to text in the language you’ve asked it to translate to. Additional app features include:

    • One-button translation for simpler translations in fewer steps
  • Text-to-translate camera, which allows your phone or tablet camera to instantly recognize and translate digital text, written words, and signs
  • Conversion feature, which computes exchanges for currency, length, width and temperature

The Pocketalk App is available for purchase in the App store and Google Play for £2.50 monthly or £25.50 annually and provides subscribers a connection anywhere they go in the world. The free three-day trial can be activated following the initial app download. For more information and to view a product demo, visit Pocketalk.com.

How Digital Wallets Are Changing Online Transactions

Historians separate human history into different eras that defined the time’s culture, technological development, and societal development. This practice gives phrases like the “Classical Period,” the Dark Ages, the Industrial Era, etc. And while often this nomenclature is not the most accurate, it is undoubtedly the case that our current era will most likely go down in history as the Digital or Cyber era.

After all, it is true that in today’s world, our society is much more digitally advanced than it has ever been. More importantly, we live in a time when digital and cyber technology is developing at an unimaginable rate. People increasingly want the availability and accessibility of the internet and computer science. Whether it be online shopping, paying bills online, or storing cash online, most people are willing to accept these changes with open arms.

What are Digital Wallets?

Before we get to the nitty gritty, we must first describe digital wallets. After all, the phenomenon is relatively new, and it is necessary to explain what they are to those who might not know. So, just what is a digital wallet?

The term refers to a service that allows people to store money and perform transactions online. Most people reading this have likely heard of certain digital wallets, even if they are unfamiliar with the term itself. Paypal, the Cash App, etc., are hugely popular among various groups of people, especially online punters, and gamblers. It is because many online casinos accept Cash App payments and deposits.

And so, now that we have explained what digital wallets are let us delve deeper into the phenomenon. Are digital wallets the new currency? And just why are they becoming so popular anyways? Why are digital wallets so important, and what can they be used for? Let’s find out.

What Makes Digital Wallets So Popular?

So, just how popular are digital wallets? According to a study that looked into 2021 transactions, Digital wallets made up almost half of the global e-commerce transactions. The precise percentage is 49%, more than double the percentage of credit card e-commerce transactions, which remained at 21%. According to experts, the projection for the end of 2022 is that the percentage of e-com transactions will reach 50%, and may even exceed that number by the end of the next year.

But what is it that makes digital wallets so popular? The most common reason you will hear people say that digital wallets are growing in fame is the streamlined process that digital wallet users follow to make their payments. Simply put, digital wallet development has led to many satisfied consumers. They all claim that transactions move much smoother and faster than most would be familiar with traditional transactions.

Future of Digital Wallets

But still, the question of the future of digital wallets remains. So, what do you think the future of digital wallets will be? Will they remain and continue to grow in popularity? Or will people turn their backs on them and look at digital wallets as an outdated fad? Most analysts and experts seem to think we are heading in a direction that supports the former. After all, more and more people recognize digital wallets as a viable and superior method for making transactions online.

However, some remain suspicious, especially considering the distrust people already have towards the cyber world. Luckily, there are many ways that users can protect themselves from cybercriminals. Furthermore, digital wallet development is placing more and more emphasis on cyber security. This means that it is very likely that the future of digital wallets will result in easier and faster transactions and safer transaction sells.

Wrapping It Up 

As more and more younger people grow into adulthood, digital wallets’ popularity is increasing. Younger people are far more likely to embrace new technology simply because they are far more likely to understand it, having grown up during the period when the technology was first introduced.

Popular digital wallets like Cash App and PayPal are growing in popularity and are being accepted by more markets each year. And of course, with each passing year, the technology behind digital wallets is improving, making them safer, faster, and overall better. With all this in mind, digital wallets’ future seems relatively bright.

Review of the Mobiletrader Application From Major Financial Broker Roboforex

Every experienced trader knows that time is the most valuable resource in this business. It is very important to be able to track any fluctuations and make transactions at any time. Mobile applications such as MobileTrader: Online Trading are an easy solution to this problem. In this article, we will analyze how convenient this application is and whether it will help you in your work.

Availability to Users

Before you can start interacting with any application, you need to install it on your device. MobileTrader: Online Trading has no problem with this, as it is publicly available on Google Play and offers free downloads. So you can access the market in just a couple of minutes, which is all it takes to install and sign up for the app.

Convenience First

The applications focus on a wide range of users is evidenced by its interface. It was developed by a specialized team of designers and mobile application developers. As a result, the application has an intuitive and simple interface. This makes a new user possible to adapt to the system in a matter of minutes.

Variety of Possibilities

MobileTrader: Online Trading will be a great choice for those who want to cover several areas of trading at once. The app allows you to exchange currencies, trade stocks, invest, and much more at the same time. In addition, you can try demo trading through the app, where you can test your tactics and assumptions.

Useful Tools
A user-friendly platform should have tools that will help the trader in his business. This applies to MobileTrader: Online Trading. Through this application on your phone you will have:
 Many charts are updated in real time
 Fourteen trading indicators
 Tools for chart analysis
 Open news portal

Security
Trading is built entirely on finances and their flow. That’s why every user worries about the safety of their account. With MobileTrader: Online Trading you have full control over your account in the app. You can perform any operations with it at any time, as well as view the history of its manipulations.

New Privacy Features on WhatsApp

Today, Mark Zuckerberg announced that WhatsApp is bringing three new privacy features to users, giving them more control over their conversations and added layers of protection when messaging. Which ties in well with the news release as I had a new update noted on my phone.

Mark Zuckerberg’s Announcement & Quote: “New privacy features coming to WhatsApp: exit group chats without notifying everyone, control who can see when you’re online, and prevent screenshots on view once messages. We’ll keep building new ways to protect your messages and keep them as private and secure as face-to-face conversations.” – Mark Zuckerberg, Founder and CEO, Meta

  • Leave Groups Silently: Users will be able to exit a group privately without having to notify everyone. Now, instead of notifying the full group when leaving, only the admins will be notified. This feature starts to roll out to all users this month.
  • Choose Who Can See When You’re Online: Seeing when friends or family are online helps us feel connected to one another, but we’ve all had times when we wanted to check our WhatsApp privately. For the times you want to keep your online presence private, we’re introducing the ability to select who can and can’t see when you’re online. This will start rolling out to all users this month.
  • Screenshot Blocking for View Once Messages: View Once is already an incredibly popular way to share photos or media that don’t need to have a permanent digital record. Now we’re enabling screenshot blocking for View Once messages for an added layer of protection. We’re testing this feature now and look forward to rolling it out to users soon.

These new updates join WhatsApp’s growing list of privacy features that users can take advantage of including end-to-end encryption, block and report, two-step verification, end-to-end encrypted backups, disappearing messages, and more.

The Most Googled Bitcoin Questions, Answered

Bitcoin is a cryptocurrency that revolutionized the way we used to deal with digital transactions. However, there has been a considerable change in the mindset and perception regarding cryptocurrencies, but price fluctuation in this one aspect is constantly driving the attention of its opponents. 

Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have a multitude of benefits like ease of transaction, hassle-free execution of transactions between two parties, decentralization, and others. However, price fluctuation is one aspect that is deeply impacting its growth. 

However, it’s important to evaluate the analytical phase of the frequent market price change of Bitcoins. It’s not just with the cryptocurrencies, but even the stock and share market undergoes price electrician; however, when we compare the dynamism level, the frequency of fluctuation is higher in the crypto ecosystem as compared to the stock in the trade market.

 

Bitcoin Basics: Answers To Common Questions 

1. Does Bitcoin have a limited supply?

The cycle of demand and supply impacts the pricing. In the case of bitcoin, there is an upper limit to the number of cryptocurrencies in the market. Of the 21 million bitcoins, 19 million bitcoins have already in mind, and the pending would be mine in the years to come. This limited supply makes the price fluctuate. 

2. How does investment holdings impact the value of Bitcoin?

As per the National Bureau of Economic Research greater share of bitcoin is presently held by only a limited number of people. In 2020, 1/3rd of Bitcoin was held by 10,000 investors. Annum that how these investors are going to keep their holdings of bitcoin. Their investment decision impacts the price volatility of bitcoin. For example, last year, when Ellen mask announced his interest in what is coin had led to the rise in its pricing, while this adversely impacted the value of bitcoin. 

3. Does news and media impact the crypto value?

While most investors recommend that one must not go with the hype created on the news and social media platforms. But we cannot undermine the fact that this also impacts the value of bitcoin. Rumors and news on cryptocurrencies can dramatically impact their value. For example, the recent news of war between Russia and Ukraine, when Russia announced that it might ban cryptocurrency, had impacted the value of the crypto assets. It is utmost important that the financial traders stay updated with the latest news in the crypto domain.

 

4. Which countries are introducing regulations in the crypto market?

Ever since the concept of the decentralized transaction was introduced, we have always focused on these transactions to be free from governance or any government control. While some see this as a positive move that will initiate mainstream acceptance of cryptocurrency transactions and trading, there is a section that believes that adding more regulations and stringent policies might impact the value of cryptocurrencies. Countries like Canada, the USA, India, and the UK have introduced regulations and taxation on the trading of crypto assets. This may impact the value of cryptocurrencies. Any such development can have a dramatic effect on the value of the cryptocurrency.

5. Is Bitcoin still a worthy financial investment option for the traders?

The question is pretty much evident. And most people might have this in their mind. With so much dynamism in the crypto market and price fluctuations that impact its value, every investor would once think about the fact of whether they should go ahead with crypto investment or not. 

It is recommended that any investment decision, whether it is stock market or crypto assets, must be driven by thorough research and understanding of the market. A vigilant trader who is smart enough to keep a tab on the latest developments will ensure that he or she frames that trading strategy that will give them profitable outcomes.

Conclusion

At the end of the day, every Bitcoin trader should give importance to choosing the right crypto trading platform. These must be credible and also give you the leverage to explore different cryptocurrencies. Platforms like Bitcoin-Code app are going to give you a hassle-free trading journey. Exploring other crypto exchange platforms will also help you in assessing whether the trading platform that you are choosing is worth your time and money or not.