European start-ups encourage ‘tech for good’ ethos
Continent’s social principles are reflected in opportunities for fledgling businesses
Technology and Society
As technology is becoming ever more intertwined with society, questions are being raised over its growing influence. In this report, we look at the impact of Facebook creating an oversight board; how tech is blurring the lines for healthcare providers;…
Content moderation dilemma tests Big Tech’s reach
Will Facebook’s creation of an arbitration board mollify lawmakers or will they see it as a stunt?
Start-ups use matchmaking mindset to aid those in need
Ethos behind sharing economy is targets social issues
Tech blurs lines for public and private healthcare systems
These trends are already pervasive within public healthcare systems and private medical contexts. Digital tools and advice websites change how patients engage with medicine
Bias of algorithms can only be beaten by humans
Better data can improve AI’s ability to spot correlations but will not ensure fairness
BFI’s new UK film fund makes first investment
State-backed body’s vehicle signs deal with production company founded by ex-C4 chief
Buzz kill: how pot stocks lost their high
Slow pace of legalisation sucks the exuberance out of the cannabis market
WPP and Publicis chart different courses in ads gloom
Chiefs face daunting challenge as they reshape media groups for digital age
Investors pull back from ‘gig economy’ start-ups
Funding plunges as contract workers and policymakers become sceptical of business models