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Month: April 2024

How is Ozempic affecting consumers’ food shopping habits? 

April 24, 2024 Liz Daunton 0

Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs are usually prescribed to treat diabetes. Recently, the endorsement of these drugs by social media influencers for weight loss has […]

Dating app sued for sharing personal health information with third parties 

April 23, 2024 Liz Daunton 0

Grindr, the world’s largest dating app catering to the LGBTQ+ community, now faces legal action in the UK over accusations of unlawfully disclosing sensitive personal […]

Serious illnesses reported in two US states due to fake botox injections 

April 14, 2024 Liz Daunton 0

At least two states have seen people hospitalised with symptoms resembling botulism after undergoing cosmetic injections, commonly referred to as “botox,” in non-medical environments.  An […]

Amazon announces the latest updates to its use of AI technology 

April 10, 2024 Liz Daunton 0

In the last few years, Amazon, like other online retailers, has been experimenting with the use of AI technology to create a smoother shopping experience […]

Cocoa shortages continue to push up the price of chocolate 

April 8, 2024 Liz Daunton 0

According to the latest figures, the price of chocolate has been steadily increasing, with experts blaming the rise on severe cocoa shortages in several countries.  […]

Apple introduces a new update to stop iPhones from being stolen

April 5, 2024 Liz Daunton 0

In recent months, Apple has been working on App Store changes, CarPlay and HomeKit improvements. However, in the latest round of updates, the addition of […]

Are consumers paying too much for Ozempic?

April 5, 2024 Liz Daunton 0

Ozempic, a medication used for diabetes that many Americans use to manage weight, comes at a steep price – nearly $1,000 for a 30-day supply. […]

How United Airlines plans to help wheelchair users when travelling 

April 3, 2024 Liz Daunton 0

Over the last year, United and United Express collectively transported over 200,000 checked wheelchairs. Overall, there was a mishandling rate of 1.09 wheelchairs and scooters […]

How technology can be used to support ageing in place

April 3, 2024 Liz Daunton 0

As the population ages, the concept of “ageing in place” has gained traction as a preferred option for many seniors. And, thanks to technology, this […]

Google agrees to delete records and limit tracking for private mode 

April 2, 2024 Liz Daunton 0

Google has announced a proposed legal settlement that would mean deleting large amounts of records and accepting certain restrictions on its ability to track users.  […]

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