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…
Global Leaders Convene in Paris for AI Action Summit Amid Growing Concerns
The AI Action Summit, a significant gathering aimed at uniting global leaders, tech executives, and academics, has commenced in Paris. The summit, which spans over two days starting Monday, seeks…
European Union’s AI Act Faces Challenges as Compliance Deadline Nears
The European Union‘s AI Act has become a pivotal piece of legislation across the continent, aiming to regulate artificial intelligence through a risk-based framework. Natasha, a senior reporter for TechCrunch…
Estée Lauder Faces Tough Decisions Amid Tariffs and Restructuring Plans
China has added PVH, the American parent company of designer brands Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger, to its “unreliable entity” list. The decision stems from allegations that PVH took “discriminatory…
LogicStar Uses AI to Transform Software Maintenance
LogicStar, a Swiss startup founded in the summer of 2024, is making waves in the tech industry with its innovative approach to software application maintenance. The company recently secured $3…
Waabi and Volvo Forge Alliance to Revolutionize Autonomous Trucking
Waabi, a promising self-driving truck startup, has announced a strategic partnership with Volvo Autonomous Solutions to jointly develop and deploy autonomous trucks. This collaboration marks a significant milestone for Waabi,…
Opera Air Redefines Browsing with Focus on Mindfulness
Opera, the Norway-based browser maker, has unveiled its latest innovation, Opera Air, a browser designed with a unique focus on mental well-being and mindfulness. Launched recently, Opera Air aims to…
Putin Praises Trump’s Tariffs as Europe Faces Economic Turmoil
Russian President Vladimir Putin commended President Donald Trump on Sunday, expressing confidence that his second administration would “restore order” in Europe amidst rising tensions caused by Trump’s new trade tariffs.…
EU Enforces Groundbreaking AI Regulations as Compliance Deadline Passes
The European Union has officially enacted its landmark AI Act, which entered into force in August 2024. This pioneering legislation aims to regulate artificial intelligence technologies, particularly addressing applications deemed…
Riot Secures $30 Million to Enhance Employee Cybersecurity Solutions
French startup Riot has successfully raised $30 million in a Series B funding round, signaling its commitment to transforming the landscape of employee cybersecurity. This funding will allow the company…
Prime Air Drones Coming to Darlington, U.K
Amazon has announced Darlington, a town in North England, as the location for its first U.K. drone delivery expansion. Amazon had initially planned to expand Prime Air to the U.K.…
Poland Surpasses El Salvador in Global Bitcoin ATM Count
Poland added 10 new Bitcoin ATMs on Jan. 27, bringing its total to 219 active machines and surpassing El Salvador as the fifth-largest cryptocurrency ATM network globally, following the US,…
Bitpanda Becomes Second Crypto Firm to Secure MiCA License in Germany
Austrian fintech unicorn Bitpanda has become the latest cryptocurrency firm to secure a license under the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulatory framework. Bitpanda announced on January 27 that…
European Regulators Focus on U.S. Tech Platforms Before Germany’s Election
The European Union is preparing to give tech and social media companies a “stress test” ahead of Germany’s upcoming election in February to assess how they handle misinformation. European Commission…
French E-Bike Startup Angell Nears Bankruptcy Due to Design Defects
Angell, a French smart electric bike startup, has announced that it is declaring insolvency and seeking judicial liquidation through the courts. In a message to customers, company co-founder and CEO…