Drones Vs Telegraphs

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Mini drone which fits in the hand

There is a thoroughly modern story coming out of Ireland: Drones are being used routinely around Irish racecourses to take advantage of a short time lag between broadcast footage of events and the action on the ground. Even this small delay allows gamblers take advantage of changes to so-called “in-running” betting odds, if say a […]

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Mobile Newspapers

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When I was a student, I had a brilliant idea.  Why not have a stand at every train station where you could sync your Palm Pilot with the latest news? Insert a pound in the slot, press the button for The Times, aim your handheld's IrDA at the blinking light and ZAP! All the latest […]

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