Nothing could have prepared businesses for the global pandemic and my business, Grind – like many others – was hit hard as a result of multiple UK lockdowns. The pandemic shuttered or restricted trade in our central London cafes and restaurants for most of 2020 and 2021, forcing us initially to furlough the vast majority of our 300 strong team, and axe plans for future openings.
CES 2022 came to a close at the end of last week, following three days filled with thousands of product debuts unveiling innovation that will better the world and solve global challenges. More than 2300 exhibiting companies from around the world, including more than 800 startups, launched products featuring innovation across artificial intelligence, automotive technology, digital health, smart home and more.
Plastic Marine litter is one of the biggest threats to ocean life and humans. Now that there is more plastic in the water than fish, new solutions are desperately needed to radically reduce the harmful effects of microplastics. That’s why the Dutch startup RanMarine Technology is showing the WasteShark USV (Unmanned Surface Vessel) at CES 2022, a floating drone designed to remove harmful plastic waste from waters and return it to shore before it can do damage.
















