All articles by Eve Thomas

Eve Thomas

Eve Thomas is a reporter at GlobalData Media, writing on the themes disrupting industries worldwide.

Horizon scandal: how the UK Post Office failed

The Horizon scandal remains a cautionary tale for any organisation that fails to recognise the importance of good governance.

Insect-inspired AI: how “natural intelligence” could shape the third wave

Seeking to solve machine autonomy through computational neuroscience, Opteran tells Verdict how insect brains could be the answer.

Digital solutions for Indonesia’s ageing energy assets

James Fisher AIS discusses the Indonesian energy industry’s “major pain points”, as outdated infrastructure threatens the path to net zero.

Q&A: GlobalData analysts on Gen Z as ‘the most disruptive generation ever’

Gen Z is also the first generation to grow up digitally literate, making the online world an inextricable part of life.

What is neuromorphic computing and how will it impact generative AI?

An analyst suggests there are “limitless possibilities” when AI is modelled after the human brain via neuromorphic computing.

Evolving in unison: ULC Technologies on robotics in energy

The energy sector is modernising ahead of the 2050 net-zero goal, and robotics could provide solutions for pain points.

Global crises are driving new trends among Gen Z

Gen Z is set to benefit from the biggest wealth transfer in history yet faces worse economic conditions than predecessors.

AI everywhere: robotics firm Xtend on “closing the autonomy gap” 

Xtend co-founders Aviv and Matteo Shapira discuss how AI will enhance the capabilities of their drone products.

Foodservices reluctant to adopt robotics despite industry growth

The robotics industry is growing rapidly, but there has been early resistance to the technology from foodservices companies including US fast food giant McDonalds.

Exoskeletons to be the fastest growing part of robotics industry

With uses in medicine, defense and manufacturing, exoskeletons will make humans stronger and safer, as robotics continues to grow.