Oakland University is actively continuing its efforts on a comprehensive campus-wide digital accessibility initiative as the federal deadline for compliance with updated Title II regulations rapidly approaches. The U.S. Department of Justice issued a 2024 update to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which requires public universities to ensure that their websites, digital documents, and…
It feels like every day there’s something new popping up in the world of AI. It’s hard to keep track, right? From making things easier in science and business to how we create art and even just talk to our devices, generative AI is really changing things. We’ve gathered some of the latest generative AI…
badrgo, Qatar’s homegrown ride-hailing and mobility platform, has concluded its participation at Web Summit Qatar 2026, marking an important moment to reflect on the platform’s early momentum this year and outline its priorities for the next phase of growth. During the summit, badrgo engaged in discussions around smart mobility and platform innovation, highlighting how locally built, people-centric…
This past year saw major shifts affecting patent adjudication, prosecution strategy, biotechnology claiming, artificial intelligence, standard-essential patents, and litigation trends. Moving into 2026, there is increasing uncertainty at institutional decision points—particularly the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) and US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)—which attorneys are responding to with growing strategic sophistication. PTAB Practice…
1. Which tech trend will impact everyday life the most? The most significant impact of AI performance would be through its usage alongside routine operations. 2. Is quantum computing ready for consumers? Not at all, the impact is still confined to the specialized sectors only. 3. Will mixed reality replace laptops? Not directly but indirectly…
It will come as no surprise to anyone when I say that the app industry is a very dynamic one, with things changing by the week or even day, and 2025 was no different in the developments it brought. In April, the Epic Games v. Apple ruling permanently barred Apple from forcing developers to use…
In 2026, brands are more approachable, eccentric, and unpretentious than ever. “2026 is the year of the normal person,” says Grace Clarke, head of community at Shopify. “Brands are finding more ways to engage with real people in a genuine way. It’s about finding ways to encourage your community to talk about the products, sort…
A new year can be a time of reflection, fresh goals, and exciting new beginnings. With that in mind, I’m delighted to introduce myself as the Group Editorial Director for Healthcare Innovation, Healthcare Purchasing News, and Medical Laboratory Observer. I’ve actually been here for a while working behind the scenes, but as we launch into…
