Staying alert to scams is the key in 2025. Credit : Shutterstock, tsingha25 It has never been simpler or more difficult to pay for anything. Scammers love the new ways of paying for things (contactless, QR code, bank transfers within seconds). Think again if you think you can’t be fooled! These tricks are very sneaky. Here is a quick guide …
Read More »ChatGPT. How to become a know-it all.
Behind every response is a prediction engine—not a person. This is how ChatGPT works. Credit: Matheus Bernardelli via Canva.com ChatGPT can write poems, fix broken code, explain quantum theory, and debate moral philosophy—all in the same conversation. It is quick, polished, often surprisingly convincing, and it’s all in one conversation. Many people feel like they’re talking to an internet-savvy librarian. …
Read More »Google is being replaced in 2025 — here’s what’s taking over
Google has been the default search engine for decades — but in 2025, that grip is loosening. Credit: Luca Sammarco, Pexels via Canva.com Google has been a homepage on the Internet for over 20 years. In 2025, however, a trend will emerge as users grow tired of sponsored links and SEO optimised noise. Google is losing its appeal as people …
Read More »Delivery is now automated. Amazon wants to do it this way.
Amazon’s delivery robots blur the distinction between man and machine. Credit: geralt via Canva.com Amazon is testing humanoid robotics to deliver packages. These machines do not fly or throw objects; they walk upright like humans. Agility Robotics makes them. These pedal bots will be trained to deliver packages and handle the final meter, the door. Amazon has already automated their …
Read More »Gemini not for you? How to permanently remove Google’s AI in Gmail, Docs and Photos
Turning off Gemini in your Google account is simple—just a few clicks in your Gmail settings and you’re back in control. Credit : jackpress, Shutterstock Google’s Gemini AI is everywhere these days – but you don’t have to put up with it if you don’t want to. Here’s a step-by-step tutorial on how to turn it off without any tech …
Read More »Emergency Chrome update for three billion users, including Spain, UK and US
Chrome shocker: Emergency update for 3 billion users — act now or risk a cyber ambush. Credit: Primakov, Shutterstock. It’s not just a Chrome bug this time — it’s a bombshell. Google has fired the starting gun on a 21-day global cyber sprint, issuing an emergency update for every single one of its 3 billion Chrome users worldwide including Spain, …
Read More »Madrid to introduce AI to aid doctors by 2026
Centro de Salud. Photo by Comunidad de Madrid Website. The Community of Madrid, in a bid to combine cutting-edge technologies with everyday healthcare practices, has announced plans to introduce artificial Intelligence (AI) into primary care consultations. It could be game-changing for both professionals and patients. This innovative system, which is set to launch in 2026 will use AI to automatically …
Read More »How to recognize a bad electricity contract in Spain
The best way to combat high energy prices is by being informed. Avoid being ripped off by a salesperson or confusion. Photo from endesa. It’s no secret that understanding your electricity bill in Spain is like decoding ancient hieroglyphs. Many expats and Spanish residents are confused by the fluctuating tariffs and mystery fees as well as phone calls from salespeople …
Read More »Amazon One: Spain is ready to say goodbye to wallets and pay with your hand.
A woman scans her palm using Amazon One’s biometric technology to make a payment. Credit: Chiociolla, Shutterstock. Amazon has rolled out a futuristic new way to pay — using your palm. Amazon One scans your palm to verify your identity, and authorize payments. The technology is already being used in Whole Foods stores and Amazon in the US. It’s now …
Read More »What if WhatsApp blocks your account? Why you may get a surprise timeout
WhatsApp has introduced new restrictions in Spain to ensure that conversations are safe. Credit : JarTee, Shutterstock What WhatsApp users in Spain need to know about spam, scams and the new rules. You know that feeling of panic you get when WhatsApp suddenly refuses to let you send messages? This summer you may want to pay more attention to WhatsApp’s …
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