How the BEST Coffee in London is Made Verdict 2018-03-05 | From Origin to Cup: How the BEST Coffee is MadeEverything You Should Know About CoffeeEver wondered what really goes into making a cup of coffee?Coffee importer and roaster, Alchemy, are well established as delivering some of the best coffee in London, with clientele including Michelin Star restaurants, world famous hotels and discerning independent coffee shops.In this documentary we take an in-depth look at the process behind making the drink, from farm to cup. As well as the steps Alchemy take in order to provide the highest possible quality, and most interesting flavours. Covering a whole host of topics such as, bean selection, the drying process, and shipping the coffee, as well as tasting, roasting and serving.
Why Subscription Services are a Problem: Rented Future Verdict 2020-05-14 | The Dangerous Rise of Subscription Services: Rented Future'We increasing not allowed to own anything", Edward SnowdenVerdict Editor Lucy Ingham discusses how the rise of the subscription business model, used by many contemporary companies like Netflix, Disney +, and hello Fresh are driving us towards a potentially dystopian, post-ownership age, and why that could be highly damaging to our privacy, liberty and rights. Even with traditional retail companies like Apple turning more towards subscription models, the future looks set to be rented.Copyright LibrePlanet / Free Software Foundation, licenced under GFDL 1.3, gnu.org/licenses/fdl-1.3.en.html.Edited from,Rented Future: The dangerous rise of 'life as a service'.Original talk,media.libreplanet.org/u/libreplanet/m/rented-future-the-dangerous-rise-of-life-as-a-serviceVerdict article,verdict.co.uk/watch-rented-future-talkThis video was made in Blender using the Eevee real-time render engine. A free piece of software that we would highly recommend to anyone! This video was NOT sponsored, Blender just deserve a mention. Video SourcesApple advert,youtu.be/w0P0FQ770dETED - How cohousing can make us happier (and live longer) | Grace Kimyoutu.be/mguvTfAw4wkWeWork - Life at WeWork | WeWorkyoutu.be/Tj25cD9m-zQTuro - Why I share my car on Turo | Neillyoutu.be/eir2ixa1OwEVernon Computer Source - RENT LAPTOPS & MORE FOR CORPORATE PROJECTSyoutu.be/R_X0Byoa_bEAmazon Web Services - What is AWS?youtu.be/a9__D53WsUsIBM Cloud - Welcome to IBM Cloudyoutu.be/VXqbRNwXC2ADisney + - UK pre-order traileryoutu.be/KNQX4q4Ef4YHello Fresh - Enjoy Delicious Momentsyoutu.be/VRyi0_hDrxsBirchbox - Beauty Discoveredyoutu.be/3jxajdPkreEBlockbusterwww.blockbuster.comNetflixwww.netflix.comMark Zuckerberg testifies before Congressyoutu.be/mZaec_mlq9MChannel 4 News - Former Cambridge Analytica CEO Alexander Nix faces MPsyoutu.be/weQ9E6e3aJoWeb Summit - Morality in the age of tech surveillance - Edward Snowdenyoutu.be/X4_7A-SGLo8Report,Zuora,zuora.com/resource/nation-subscribed-2018-state-uk-subscription-economyNewspaper articles,The Sunthesun.co.uk/news/10533081/election-boris-bright-future-corbyn-lights-out
SpaceX Ride-sharing - How Space is Becoming More Accessible!! Verdict 2019-05-03 | Space startup Hiber is taking advantage of the commercialisation of space to provide IoT connectivity anywhere on the planet via its network of nanosatellites. From companies like Elon Musk's SpaceX or Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin, ride-sharing options have greatly reduced the cost of launching nanosats and other equipment into orbit. In this video we speak to Coen Janssen, co-founder of Hiber, to find out how its low-power, low-cost internet connectivity can increase crop yields for famers in developing countries, allow logistics companies to monitor their assets, or aid scientific discoveries in Antarctica.
How IBM’s hyper-realistic Cyber Tactical Operations Center is simulating cyberattacks Verdict 2019-02-04 | In this video we speak to Caleb Barlow, Vice President of IBM Security, about their new mobile cyber security centre, the IBM X-Force Command Cyber Tactical Operations Center (C-TOC), built on the back of an 18-wheeler tractor-trailer truck.Caleb explains how the vehicle was built both to serve as an educational tool, as well as serve as a mobile response centre to assist with large scale security breaches.
How The Hyundai Nexo Cleans the Air - Future Car Tech Verdict 2018-11-05 | In this video Dr. Michael Whiteley, Head of Fuel Cell Engineering at UCL, explains how hydrogen fuel cell cars not only produce no harmful emissions, but actually work towards cleaning city air.UCL and Hyundai have paired up to showcase the technology driving the upcoming Nexo hydrogen fuel cell car around a route of the most polluted streets of London.We also find out what difficulties still exist when collecting pure hydrogen and how the industry can be more developed to create a completely green fuel source from end to end.The Nexo is due to be released in the UK in 2019.
Noel Sharkey on the Dangers of Autonomous Weapons Verdict 2018-08-27 | Hollywood movies like The Terminator, iRobot, Blade Runner, and the Matrix have been warning of the dangers of artificial intelligence for decades. As technological advancements exponentially increase, could this old cliche finally becoming reality, and how can we stop it?In this video AI & Robotics Professor, Noel Sharkey, explains the current state of AI weapons development, and why he's campaigning against fully automated military drones, guns, ships, and tanks, designed specifically to hunt down and kill humans.
Container - Beating the Housing Crisis in London Verdict 2018-04-10 | The housing crisis is starting to reach a critical point in west London. Families on lower incomes struggle to afford the astronomical rents and people in traditionally well paid jobs cannot afford to buy.In this video we visit QED Sustainable Urban Development and Ealing Council, who are working together to help people in need of emergency accommodation in the west London area. Making use of fallow land and brownfield sites, the project focuses on modifying stock piled shipping containers into modular homes that can be ported between temporarily available spaces. We look at the tech behind the buildings and why up-cycling shipping containers appears to be the best solution to homing people quickly and cheaply. We also look into what the future may hold for modular housing and how you may soon be able to design and order your own.
Londons Ruin - A New Era for Gin Verdict 2018-03-15 | In this video we speak to gin industry experts including GlobalData analyst, Charles Sissens, about the developing gin trend, primarily in the UK. We also find out what the future looks like for Gin and how companies will be looking to get ahead in what is becoming a saturated market.
In Guns We Trust - American Gun Laws. Verdict 2018-03-08 | In this video we look at the gun ownership laws in America, how they differ from state to state, revenue generation, and general attitudes towards firearms in the country.
Bitcoin Explained Verdict 2018-02-27 | What is Bitcoin? In this video we look at a brief history of the cryptocurrency, what bitcoin is used for, and it's fluctuation.
Silicon City - How Level 39 is Accelerating Disruptive Tech, AI, & Cryptocurrency Verdict 2017-12-05 | In this video we visit Level 39, a tech accelerator program based on the 39th floor of the iconic One Canada Square building at Canary Wharf.We speak to head of ecosystems, Amy French, about the what Level 39 are trying to achieve and how a community like this can be beneficial to tech startups. We also speak with fintech company, BABB, about how they are looking to use cryptocurrencies, like bitcoin, as well as blockchain, AI, and biometrics to provide bank accounts to everybody. We also speak to Policy Castle, a company looking to disrupt how insurance is sold and managed.
The Real Job Simulator - Training in VR Verdict 2017-11-27 | Many virtual reality enthusiasts might be familiar with popular game, Job Simulator. A game set in the future, where an AI has attempted to recreate defunct jobs for bored humans.In this video we speak to Jay Johnson, CEO of Immerse, a VR software company looking to simulate real world jobs, exercises, and work-based situations, for training purposes.Using 'off-the-shelf' virtual reality headsets like the Oculus Rift and HTC vive, this platform is designed to enable multiple people to interact from anywhere in the world, and in environments difficult to recreate physically. We find out what the practical uses are for this disruptive technology, and how this has the power to help multiple industries.
How to make Gin and Tonic... the right way! Verdict 2017-11-24 | In this video Jack Burger, Master Distiller of Portobello Road Gin, shows us how to make the perfect G & T, in order to get the best flavour and drinking experience.Full article,verdict.co.uk/unique-christmas-gin-made-full-turkey-breast
Raw Turkey Gin - Portobello Roads Secret Ingredient. Verdict 2017-11-24 | With gin becoming evermore popular and specialist bar popping up all over the country, we look at how companies are looking to stand out from the crowd and why the humble gin and tonic is becoming the drink of choice for many.In this video Jake Burger, Masters Distiller of Portobello Road Gin, tells us about this years special edition 'Directors Cut' gin and why they are using raw turkey breast in the distillation process, to deliver the best gin and tonic.Full article,verdict.co.uk/unique-christmas-gin-made-full-turkey-breast
Can Tiny Homes Work in the UK? Verdict 2017-11-21 | Big Problems and Tiny Ideas - Can Tiny Homes Work in the UKWith house prices in London reaching astronomical levels, we look at how companies are coming up with interesting and innovative solutions to combat the housing crisis.In this video, 'Big Problems & Tiny Ideas', we visited Mark Burton, owner of Tiny House Cabins, a company that builds compact, traditional housing alternatives, aimed squarely at the low end of the housing market and those who are unable to save while in rented accommodation.He speaks to us about how the buildings are designed to be as close to traditional housing as possible, while offering multi-use devices to make best use of the space, and how they can be made sustainable, eco-friendly, and fully off-grid using aspects like solar panels, and house batteries. Mark also speaks to us about some of the challenges with this type of living like finding available land, and getting planning permission.
Tesla Semi Truck Announced!! Verdict 2017-11-17 | Here's our breakdown of the Tesla Semi. A truck set to revolutionise the cross continental transportation industry.
The Future of TESLA, an Interview with Western Europes Director, Georg Ell Verdict 2017-09-01 | In this video we take the new Tesla P100D, the world fastest accelerating production car, out for a spin. We also speak to Georg Ell, the Director of Tesla for Western Europe, about their ethics to pollution, future outlook, and how Tesla view themselves primarily as a full energy company, rather than just a car manufacturer.Georg also speaks to us about the Gigafactory, as well as the Tesla batteries and solar panel roof tiles.
Do we have a problem with Internet Addiction? Verdict 2017-08-29 | In this video we look at some poignant statistics about internet addiction and how our culture is becoming evermore reliant on using the web, starting from a very young age.
The Top 10 UK Universities for Producing Millionaires Verdict 2017-08-17 | In this video we give you the UK’s universities that have produced the most millionaires, compiled using research from GlobalData WealthInsight.
How is AI Being Used in Healthcare? Verdict 2017-08-16 | In this video we look at how artificial intelligence is being used in the healthcare space to help to help doctors diagnose and treat diseases and illnesses like cancer.
How is AI Being Used in Retail? Verdict 2017-08-16 | In this video we look at how and why artificial intelligence is being implemented into retail, and how it will impact aspects like Jobs.
What is NATO? Verdict 2017-08-15 | In this video we look in to the history of NATO, why it was formed, the counties who are members, and the purpose of the organisation.
RoboBankers, AI & the Future of Your Money Verdict 2017-08-15 | In this video we look at how artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly popular as a way of managing money for large banking firms such as, Bank of America, Swedbank, and India's City Union Bank. We also look at how AI is cutting down on aspects like rogue trading, and how these services could impact on jobs.
