Nothing Challenges the Smartphone Market with $400 Phone to Break the Mold
The British smartphone startup Nothing, founded by Carl Pei in 2020, has launched its latest innovation, the Nothing Phone (3a), in a bid to shake up the smartphone market. Featuring…
UK Investigates TikTok, Reddit, and Imgur Over Child Privacy Concerns
The U.K.’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has initiated investigations into TikTok, Reddit, and Imgur, as part of a broader strategy to regulate social media platforms more stringently. These probes, announced…
UK, France, and Ukraine to Present Peace Plan to Donald Trump, Says British Prime Minister
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is spearheading a diplomatic effort to revive a peace deal for Ukraine. On Saturday, Starmer spoke with French President Emmanuel Macron and U.S. President Donald…
Microsoft Completes EU Data Boundary Project to Enhance Data Privacy
Microsoft has successfully completed its EU Data Boundary for the Microsoft Cloud project, a significant initiative aimed at bolstering data privacy for its European customers. This multi-year project, which commenced…
1,000 Musicians Release Silent Album to Protest UK Copyright Sell-Out to AI
A collective of 1,000 musicians released a “silent album” this week to protest the United Kingdom’s proposed copyright law changes that they claim favor artificial intelligence companies over artists. The…
UK and India Set to Revitalize Trade Negotiations with Fresh Talks
The United Kingdom and India are set to revive trade negotiations in Delhi, aiming to finalize a comprehensive trade agreement. Jonathan Reynolds, the UK’s Business and Trade Secretary, leads the…
Google and Meta Executives Criticize Europe’s Strict AI Regulations as Big Tech Escalates Opposition
Tech giants Google and Meta have voiced their concerns over the European Union’s strict regulations on artificial intelligence (AI), arguing that such measures could stifle innovation in the region. The…
Apple Strikes Down Non-DSA Compliant Apps in the EU Store
Apple has removed all applications lacking trader status from the EU App Store as of February 18, aligning with new regulations under the Digital Services Act (DSA). This significant move…
Open Source LLMs Set to Strengthen Europe’s Digital Sovereignty
The OpenEuroLLM project is set to transform the landscape of artificial intelligence in Europe by developing a series of foundation models aimed at achieving transparent AI. Jan Hajič, a computational…
New MiCA Guidelines Set Competence Standards for Crypto Industry Staff
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has issued a consultation paper on February 17, outlining proposed guidelines to assess the knowledge and competence of staff at crypto asset service…
UK Unveils Ambitious Plan to Revitalize Steel Industry Amid Global Challenges
The UK government has introduced a comprehensive “Plan for Steel” designed to bolster the country’s struggling steel industry. This strategic initiative aims to reduce production costs and promote the use…
Telegram Upgrades Sticker Search and Video Features
Telegram, the popular messaging application, has made significant strides in updating its platform, introducing improved sticker search and video consumption features. The company, which became profitable last year, removed 15…
German Antitrust Watchdog Scrutinizes Apple’s App Privacy Framework
Germany’s antitrust watchdog, the Bundeskartellamt (FCO), is intensifying its investigation into Apple’s app privacy framework, an inquiry that began in 2022. The FCO suspects that Apple may not be adhering…
UK Responds Cautiously to US Tariff Announcement on Steel
The United States has announced a 25% tariff on steel and aluminium imports, effective from March 12. The move aims to reduce foreign dependency and bolster domestic production, impacting key…
SparkCat Malware Prompts Apple and Google to Remove 20 Apps
Security researchers at Kaspersky have uncovered a sophisticated malware framework known as SparkCat, which has been active since March 2024. This malicious software infiltrated a food delivery app used in…
Macron Champions European AI Strategy at Paris Summit
The Artificial Intelligence Action Summit convened in Paris, bringing together leaders and innovators from across Europe to discuss the future of AI development. French President Emmanuel Macron unveiled a monumental…
EU AI Champions Initiative Seeks to Position Europe as a Global AI Leader
The EU AI Champions Initiative, led by the European arm of U.S. venture capital firm General Catalyst, aims to establish Europe as a leader in artificial intelligence. Announced during the…
Current AI Initiative Launched to Drive Societal Benefits with $400M Backing
Current AI, a public interest initiative focused on fostering and steering the development of AI in societally beneficial directions, was announced at the French AI Action summit on Monday. It’s…
U.K.’s Secret Apple Backdoor Order Sparks Global Privacy Concerns
The United Kingdom has discreetly instructed Apple to construct a backdoor, allowing British security officials access to encrypted cloud storage data of Apple users globally. This directive, issued under the…