Articles about Olympics

Expleo launches ‘Stay Fresh in Paris’ app to help Olympics fans stay cool

The Android app, developed in partnership with CNRS@Create and Arts et Métiers, uses digital twin technology to help users find public spaces to avoid high temperatures.

SA Olympian's medical info hacked

A Russian-linked hacker group published Olympic swimmer Cameron van der Burgh's confidential information online.

Tech takes gold

Rio de Janeiro pulled out all the stops to ensure the technological bases were covered at this year's Olympic Games.

Twitter allows for emoji targeting

The social network will let brands use emoji as 'keywords' in targeted advertisements and campaigns.

Video game Olympics to debut in Rio

We round up trends from around the world that turned our heads this week.

Chad's dad goes viral

A video interview with Chad Le Clos' very enthusiastic dad after his gold-medal-winning swim goes viral on the social networks.

Social media campaign for Olympic hopeful

A campaign across Facebook and Twitter aims to help find funding for SA 400m champion Lebogang Moeng.

Rumour roundup: Galaxy SIII

With a special event scheduled for 3 May, speculation is rife as to what the latest Galaxy handset from Samsung will offer.

Cyber criminals exploit Olympics

Fake ticket confirmations to the Olympic Games have been discovered by Norton.

Spanish HD broadcast goes on air

In this World Wide Wrap: Spanish HD broadcast goes on air, Olympics on-air protest in Beijing, and Dreamworks CEO in historic 3D broadcast.

Beijing pursues "green olympics"

In this World Wide Wrap: Beijing pursues "green olympics", Firms see green, and Accenture introduces green technology suite.

Amazon goes down

In this World Wide Wrap: Amazon goes down, Barracuda to service Olympics, and Samsung, Sun develop super flash chip.