DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist

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DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF 

By Journalists Edward Kane & Maryanne Kane

NEW RESEARCH: INTERNET USE INCREASES YOUR WELLBEING




                                                                        Source:  Stock

  • A new international study, led by Oxford University scientists, has discovered that contrary to conventional wisdom, using the internet is good for your wellbeing.  Here are some key points:
  • This is an unprecedented global study on the impact of the internet, mobile phones and social media on humans
  • The findings:  using the internet increases your wellbeing
  • These findings are in stark contrast to the widely accepted notion that being connected can be detrimental
  • The Oxford scientists analyzed 2.4 million datapoints of internet users in 168 nations from 2006 to 2021
  • They also interviewed more than 1000 people
  • Their findings:  85% associated greater wellbeing with using the internet
  • This is the most comprehensive research study to date on the impact of internet use
  • It strongly suggests that being connected helps to make us feel better.


DUBAI TO DEPLOY FLYING TAXIS FOR TRIPS AROUND TOWN


                                                        Source:  Dubai & Joby Aviation

  • Dubai is poised to revolutionize city travel by deploying a fleet of electric air taxis. Here are some key facts:
  • Dubai's air taxis will be able to get you about any place around the city in 10 minutes
  • They cut conventional travel time by 70%
  • Cost for a flight is $95.00 per person
  • Expected to be a big boost to Dubai tourism with its iconic skyline
  • The air taxis are CA-based Joby Aviation eVTOLs
  • Joby has an exclusive right to operate air taxis in Dubai
  • Service starts in 2025.
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