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The new jet set - why private plane use has soared
The pandemic led to more people using private jets, but is the increase set to continue?

Should fantasy football managers use AI to win?
Some managers think artificial intelligence helps remove their bias but others think it's cheating.

The fitness mirrors that aim to get you exercising more
The machines allow the user to see both his or her reflection and a video of an online instructor.

The chip implants that let you pay with your hand
You can now get a payment chip injected beneath your skin, turning you into a human bank card.

Pet cloning on the rise despite the cost
The controversial process of cloning your dog or cat is growing more popular, despite its high cost.

Beating noise pollution with smart tech
A growing number of firms are offering solutions to cut the excessive noise that's harming our health

Not smart but clever? The return of 'dumbphones'
Why sales of very basic mobile phones, without apps and internet connection, are increasing.
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The new jet set - why private plane use has soared
The pandemic led to more people using private jets, but is the increase set to continue?

Should fantasy football managers use AI to win?
Some managers think artificial intelligence helps remove their bias but others think it's cheating.

The fitness mirrors that aim to get you exercising more
The machines allow the user to see both his or her reflection and a video of an online instructor.

The chip implants that let you pay with your hand
You can now get a payment chip injected beneath your skin, turning you into a human bank card.

Pet cloning on the rise despite the cost
The controversial process of cloning your dog or cat is growing more popular, despite its high cost.

Beating noise pollution with smart tech
A growing number of firms are offering solutions to cut the excessive noise that's harming our health

Not smart but clever? The return of 'dumbphones'
Why sales of very basic mobile phones, without apps and internet connection, are increasing.

Should fantasy football managers use AI to win?
Some managers think artificial intelligence helps remove their bias but others think it's cheating.

The fitness mirrors that aim to get you exercising more
The machines allow the user to see both his or her reflection and a video of an online instructor.

The chip implants that let you pay with your hand
You can now get a payment chip injected beneath your skin, turning you into a human bank card.
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