Research indicates that students learn more when teachers talk for only 50 percent of the lesson. Melbourne edutech startup Stile is helping teachers talk less and students learn more. Launched in 2014 by Australia's now-chief scientist Alan Finkel, Stile looks to replace textbooks with digital platforms for students to engage with content in a way that makes more sense to a tech-savvy generation. The CSIRO, Australia's leading scientific organization, is encouraging use of Stile, particularly for STEM subjects. www.stile.com.au
A new startup aims to make you look good in hospital by not having to wear the usual drab gowns. Their gowns are made from soft, breathable fabric in stylish designs and suit hospital requirements. Gowns are available for both men and women. www.hospitalglamour.com.au
In India, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is encouraging drivers to use the Digilocker app to go paper-free when driving. Digilocker is the government?s secure cloud storage system. www.digilocker.gov.in
An infinity pool is a swimming pool whose positioning gives the impression that it merges into the surrounding landscape. This one is at the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore and it's the highest and largest one in the world.
An Australian startup has developed a password-less authentication and one-click payment system. It doesn't rely on the storage of credit card details, with no details stored on a server that can be hacked. Key details are encrypted on a user's device, and in the case of the payment system, the key to unlock the encryption is on the merchant's server with the user's account information. It means a hacker would have to breach numerous systems, rather than find one weakness in order to successfully get in, hence would potentially eradicate the risk of mass breaches of customer log-on and payment details. www.haventec.com
HappyCo has developed a mobile inspection platform that's now used by thousands of businesses to improve their site inspections. It has already facilitated 1.3 million inspections operating in real estate, student housing, fitness and hospitality around the world. www.HappyCo.com
