Science & Technology
The Legal State of Online Gambling in Costa Rica
With its tolerant style of government, Costa Rica has a relaxed attitude towards online gambling operators within the region, although it is illegal for those who live in Costa Rica to gamble online.Not only is it illegal for residents...
Science & Technology
Costa Rica Above Latin American Average in 4G Connections
Costa Rica is above the Latin American average in the coverage of LTE 4G connections, according to a 5G Americas report.LTE stands for "Long Term Evolution" and refers to a connection standard used in mobile telephony with 4G technology....
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Costa Rica to Offer Free Wireless Internet in 360 Districts
The Telecommunications Superintendence (Sutel) announced that it will offer free wireless internet in 360 of the 421 districts of Costa Rica, in a project that will start in 2018, through the National Telecommunications Fund (Fonatel).At a press conference on...
Environment
Sun & Volcanoes; Costa Rica’s Natural Energy Sources
In the last two years, Costa Rica has achieved over ninety percent of electricity production from renewable sources and now wants to diversify.Costa Rica wants to diversify the energy matrix with an expansion of sources from geothermal energy -...
Science & Technology
A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO MOBILE OVER-TEXTING:
In most Western and Eastern countries, telecommunications –highly complex systems and technologies designed to communicate remotely through a variety of means and devices– are very important for our “modern way of life”. Today, it is so common to watch...
Science & Technology
What is the Internet of Things?
Internet of Things is a concept that increasingly takes more relevance.It is a term that we hear constantly. Internet of Things or IoT, is an abstract concept but has been gaining quite a popularity in recent months. Everyday things that connect to...
Science & Technology
Costa Rica Heading to Outerspace
VASIMR® technology is in the testing phase (phase B)“This has been a long way, but we are already in the middle of the second year of contract with NASA for the VASIMR engine prototype”. – said Frankin Chang, Rocket...
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The 5 Best Apps for Tourists in Costa Rica and Beyond
Out technology writer has compiled a succinct and well-researched list of the five most useful applications for tourists that those traveling in Costa Rica will especially find helpful.# 5 TripAdvisorTripAdvisor's app is integrated with its online platform allowing you all...
Science & Technology
The World Robot Olympiad Is Coming to Costa Rica
Have you ever watched robots playing soccer or bowling? In November in Costa Rica, you can watch young talented engineers showcase their intelligent robots when for the first time the sophisticated mechanics event moves from Asia to Central America.Costa...
Science & Technology
Technology an Ally in Reducing Costa Rica’s Traffic Chaos
By Anthony Pineda NielesDo you need to shop at the supermarket or go to school after work, but traffic jams make you think twice before you leave? Technology could be on your side.Though these are new in Costa Rica...
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Costa Rica to Report New Record in Attracting Foreign Investment for Second Consecutive Year
Costa Rica will reach a record figure in terms of foreign direct investment this year, going from $3.788 billion...