Technology
At a Paris summit on artificial intelligence, U.S. Vice President JD Vance cautioned against the over-regulation of the AI sector, warning that it could stifle innovation at a crucial moment of growth. He emphasized the potential dangers of excessive governmental oversight and urged both European allies......
The European Union and the United States have highlighted the importance of enhancing their collaboration in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). In a joint statement, European Commission Vice President and Commissioner for Energy stressed the need to remove restrictions on the EU’s purchase......
The European Union has implemented its long-anticipated universal charger regulations, marking a significant shift in consumer electronics standards. As of Saturday, all portable electronic devices sold within the EU's 27 member states must be equipped with USB-C charging ports. The mandate covers......
The European Union’s new law mandating a universal charger for smartphones, tablets, and cameras officially came into force on December 28, 2024. This significant change is designed to reduce consumer costs and environmental waste, marking a pivotal shift in the way electronics are charged in the......
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has been fined €251 million by an Irish regulatory authority for a significant data protection failure. This breach, which occurred in 2018, led to the hacking of approximately 29 million Facebook accounts globally, exposing sensitive user information such as......
The European Union is set to launch a major satellite constellation project, named "Iris²," to compete with the leading American company, SpaceX, and its Starlink network. This initiative is the EU's largest space venture since its previous programs"Galileo" for satellite......
In a landmark decision that has sent shockwaves through the tech industry, Google is facing an unprecedented fine of €149 billion for allegedly abusing its dominant position in the market. The European Commission has taken a firm stance against the tech giant, accusing it of unfair practices that......
A recent report has unveiled increasingly sophisticated phishing attacks originating from Russia's state security agency. These attacks, targeting members of US, European, and Russian civil society, have reached unprecedented levels of complexity, sometimes even impersonating individuals closely......
In a bold step toward transforming urban transportation, the Salzburg-based startup FlyNow Aviation is advancing the development of its electric helicopter, the eCopter. This aerial taxi promises to deliver fast, eco-friendly, and affordable city travel. Pioneering Urban Air Travel with eCopter Amid......
In a seismic development that threatens to shake the foundations of data privacy and user autonomy, the American social media behemoth Meta (Facebook, Instagram) finds itself embroiled in a legal firestorm as complaints have been lodged against the tech titan in a staggering 11 European nations. The......
In a groundbreaking move, the European Union has launched an investigation into Facebook and Instagram, scrutinizing whether the platforms are excessively addictive and potentially harmful to the "physical and mental health" of children. This inquiry marks a significant step in addressing concerns......
