My password is about to disappear. Biometric security will replace it.
For decades, passwords have been the foundation of digital security. From online banking and email accounts to work systems and social media platforms, passwords have become the default way to prove who you are online. Cybersecurity experts now believe this model is breaking down. Rising levels of phishing, credential theft, ransomware attacks, and AI-powered fraud […]
EU approves €1.3 billion to boost renewable hydrogen production
The European Commission has approved a €1.3 billion German state aid program to expand renewable hydrogen production across Europe. The funding, authorized under EU state aid rules, will support selected projects through the European Hydrogen Bank’s “auction-as-a-service” mechanism after the 2026 auction round. Germany’s plan is designed to fund new hydrogen infrastructure and large-scale electrolyzer […]
Horizon Europe Cluster 6 launches €210 million call for green projects
The European Commission has launched a new €210 million funding round under Horizon Europe Cluster 6 for ground-breaking environmental and sustainability research projects. This call supports initiatives focused on biodiversity, circular economy innovation and pollution reduction across Europe. The latest Horizon Europe Cluster 6 funding package allocates €76 million for biodiversity and ecosystem services research, […]
Bridging the gap in urban and wildland defense
Wildfire Water Solutions will discuss the evolving challenges of wildfire management and highlight the importance of deployable infrastructure solutions to enhance access to water and improve preparedness at the urban-wildland interface. In many parts of the world, wildfire behavior is evolving. Longer fire seasons, increased fuel loads, and more frequent extreme weather events are creating […]
How to optimize the energy efficiency of UK homes
The Sustainable Energy Association explains how it is working to help the UK become more energy efficient. Too many households in the UK live in homes that are expensive to heat, uncomfortable and unhealthy. This is true even in homes that already have double glazing, insulation, and other efficient features installed. The Sustainable Energy Association […]
Scientists warn of PFAS contamination on UK’s Solent coast
A major new study has found that PFAS contamination is widespread across the Solent coast, with permanently toxic chemicals detected in seawater, marine wildlife, sediment and treated wastewater. Researchers from the University of Portsmouth and the Marine Conservation Society say the UK’s existing regulations fail to protect both ecosystems and public health. The investigation focused […]
The Hartley Center’s role in high-performance computing
Hartley Center Director Kate Royce sat down with Innovation Platform Editor Maddie Hall to discuss the Center’s innovative work, collaborative projects, and the wider impact of the Center’s role in accelerating digital transformation. The Hartley Center plays a vital role in the advancement of high performance computing and digital technology in the UK. Committed to […]
EQT selected to lead €5 billion Scale-Up Europe Fund
The European Innovation Council (EIC) Fund Board has selected EQT as the preferred investment advisor and fund manager for its new Scale Up Europe Fund, a €5 billion initiative aimed at accelerating Europe’s most promising deep tech companies. The appointment is made following a competitive selection process that evaluates companies on their investment expertise, financing […]
US announces review of PFAS strategy with $1 billion drinking water funding push
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is expanding its national PFAS strategy with a new package of drinking water funding, proposed regulations, and new cleanup technologies aimed at permanently reducing exposure to the chemicals. The announcement, made during a PFAS destruction event with U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr., marks […]
First Hydrogen finalizes design and intellectual property protection for enhanced ground drone with amphibious capabilities
First Hydrogen Corp. is pleased to announce the successful completion of critical performance and efficiency optimization design and intellectual property (IP) protection, including amphibious capabilities, for an unmanned ground drone platform (“UGV”). Current UGV technology generally falls into two categories. On the one hand, there are heavy and expensive autonomous vehicles that, while rugged, are […]