Smartwatches linked to spike in cheating on college exams

NUI Galway has recorded an increase in the number of breaches of exam regulations, jumping from 56 last year to 83 so far this year.

Smartwatches linked to spike in cheating on college exams

Smartwatches are being linked to a spike in cheating on college exams despite most third-level institutions prohibiting the use of devices such as Apple Watches and Fitbits.

NUI Galway has recorded an increase in the number of breaches of exam regulations, jumping from 56 last year to 83 so far this year.

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