Niall McKay contributed to the Economist Technology Quarterly from 2002 – 2005. His articles included topics such as the intersection of technology with spirituality and computer security.

The Economist — A spiritual connection
Mar 10th 2005
Technology and society: Around the world, mobile phones seem to have a spiritual or supernatural dimension that other forms of technology lack. By Niall McKay. Subscription Required. Online Version HERE. Download article HERE

The Economist — Electronics, unleaded
Mar 10th 2005
New European environmental legislation impacting the production computers, video cameras, cellular phones other electrical items will force the global electronics industry to reduce the amount of toxic substance it uses and take back and recycle their products. Download Here

The Economist — Pictures as passwords
Mar 10th 2005
Computer security: Passwords are a cheap, cheerful and ancient security measure. But might it make more sense to use pictures instead? By Niall McKay. Download Here From The Economist print edition. Online Version HERE

The Economist — Your cheating phone
Dec 2nd 2004
Communications: Do mobile phones make it easier or more difficult to deceive people about your location, activities and intentions? By Niall McKay. Download Here From The Economist print edition. Subscription Required. Online Version HERE