In less than two years, Europeans who wish to do so will be able to have a European Digital Identity Wallet, offering a means of proving their identity or providing confirmation of certain personal information. The system promises to make a whole range…
Slash airline emissions to meet Paris targets: report
The world needs “early, aggressive and sustained” government intervention to cut aviation emissions if Paris Agreement temperature goals are to be met, a think tank said Thursday. Airlines must start to slash emissions before the end of the decade and …
Why Instagram’s new option could cause you to lose likes
Keep an eye on your likes. Designed to better take into account its users’ digital well-being, Instagram’s new option could have another effect — that of reducing the exposure of your posts. We explain. Instagram has announced the introduction of a ne…
The US Postal Service is testing mail delivery by electric cargo bike
The United States Postal Service (USPS) is currently testing a means of delivering mail and packages using electric cargo bikes in Florida. These American-made vehicles can carry up to 180 kg of goods. According to the Electrek website, these specially…
Spain seeks to reduce food waste by supermarkets, restaurants
Spain’s government on Tuesday adopted a draft bill aimed at reducing food waste by introducing fines for restaurants and supermarkets who bin leftovers, similar to existing legislation in France and Italy. “This is a pioneering legal instrument to prev…
Save the waves: the mission of special reserves
At the beginning of 2022, France got its very first wave reserve. And what better time than World Ocean Day, Wednesday, June 8, to take a closer look at this concept, which has been deployed in various countries around the world in recent years. https:…
EU agrees single charger standard, in blow to Apple
European officials on Tuesday agreed the text of a proposed EU law imposing a standard charger for smartphones, tablets and laptops sold in the bloc, in a blow to Apple. EU member states and MEPs believe a standard cable for all devices will cut back o…
Will Vancouver embrace scooter sharing services to reduce vehicle pollution?
The Canadian city of Vancouver is considering self-service electric scooter sharing in order to encourage more non-car journeys. It’s one of a slew of measures the city is investigating as part of its climate emergency action plan approved by the city …
Apple’s iPad is becoming a veritable touchscreen Mac alternative
And so the trend continues. With the next update to its iPadOS operating system, freshly unveiled at the WWDC 2022 developers’ conference, Apple’s tablet will be able to act more than ever like a touchscreen alternative to the firm’s laptops. As it evo…
EU electric car adventurers should plan carefully
With summer holidays looming, Europe’s electric car owners may be wondering whether to risk taking their vehicles for long journeys. AFP investigates the pitfalls and joys of long-distance emissions-free motoring. While fully electric cars have proved …