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After dark
London is becoming a 24-hour city
Economist, 4 October 2014
FutureProofing: The Singularity
Rohan Silva and Timandra Harkness discover how close we are to The Singularity - the day when machines match human intelligence.
Rohan Silva and Timandra Harkness, BBC Radio 4, 27 September 2014
Impact of the Night Tube on London's Night-time Economy
The new Night Tube service will open up London’s night-time economy to a whole host of new opportunities, altering the way that people behave and the way that businesses choose to operate. It will support and help maintain London’s status as a vibrant and exciting place to live, work and visit.
TfL, 9 September 2014
'A robot is my friend': Can machines care for elderly?
With the world's elderly population growing rapidly, scientists are suggesting that robots could take on some of the burden of providing care, support and - most surprisingly - companionship.
Alex Hudson, BBC, 16 November 2013
Can technology fill the elderly care gap?
With the proportion of over-65s on the increase, Britain is facing a crisis when it comes to care of the elderly. Is technology the answer?
Andrew Griffiths,
Telegraph, 13 April 2013
The Big-Brother Model of Assisted Living
Sensors installed in nursing homes and even individual residences are helping nurses monitor seniors' health, but questions remain about cost, and privacy.
Michael L Millenson,
Atlantic, 11 January 2013
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