The past year has seen a significant slowdown in the tech industry, with around 150,000 tech workers being laid off from both major companies and smaller startups in 2022. This includes 51,000 tech workers who were laid off in November alone.
The digital transformation of various industries has been accelerating rapidly and is no longer a new concept. It is important for companies to invest in technology and build on the momentum from 2022 to stay ahead in 2023.
Telecommunications company Lynk Global is set to launch a 5G cellular base station into orbit on 22 December, in what it claims is a first-of-its-kind test. While terrestrial cell towers generally provide a range of up to 25 miles on average, Lynk’s satellite-based technology would offer coverage from orbit, potentially filling gaps in cell service and eliminating the need for a separate satellite phone and subscription.
Apple may be allowing downloads of apps from outside its app store in the near future, according to Bloomberg. This major change, which has not yet been confirmed by Apple, would only apply to the European market at first, as the company is preparing to comply with strict EU regulations. However, it is possible that the change could be implemented in other jurisdictions if they follow the EU’s lead.