Business & Technology (124)

Revolut Confirms Customer Data Exposed Through Fake Government Requests

British fintech Revolut has confirmed that sensitive customer data reached an unauthorized third party after fraudulent information requests were sent using a genuine government agency's email domain. The company says its systems and customer funds remain unaffected.

TechCrunch · 12 Sept, 17:43

How Google Maps knows when a business is packed

Google Maps can show in real time how busy a restaurant, shop, or entire area is, drawing on anonymous data from users who have opted into Google Maps Timeline.

Engadget · 12 Sept, 16:46

Preorders open for iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max

Apple has opened preorders for the new iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, which go on sale September 18th. Buyers can choose from several purchase and financing options through Apple directly, major retailers, and carriers.

The Verge · 12 Sept, 15:50

How to squeeze more battery life out of your Windows laptop

A set of Windows 11 setting changes can meaningfully extend a laptop's battery runtime, with screen brightness and power plan adjustments offering the biggest gains.

Engadget · 12 Sept, 15:46

Anthropic Report Details Widespread Misuse of Claude AI in Hacking and Bioweapon Attempts

Anthropic has published an eight-month overview showing its Claude AI tool was exploited for state-sponsored hacking, disinformation campaigns, and attempted bioweapon development, though the company says it disrupted each case.

Wired · 12 Sept, 13:46

France launches September wave of automatic tax withdrawals from millions of bank accounts

France's tax authority DGFIP will automatically debit outstanding income tax balances from millions of bank accounts starting September 25, while 12.6 million taxpayers have already received refunds.

2 avoti · 12 Sept, 10:59

AI may be denting computer science graduates' job prospects, UK data shows

New UK data suggests artificial intelligence may be weakening job prospects for computer science and economics graduates, as coding and finance-related roles saw sharp declines last year. Experts link the trend to AI's growing ability to handle coding and analysis quickly and cheaply.

The Guardian World · 12 Sept, 10:50

Silicon Valley-backed startup unveils cheap, mass-producible cruise missile

US defense startup Covenant has unveiled a long-range cruise missile called Anthem, designed for cheap mass production to challenge established arms manufacturers. The company has already secured about $150 million in orders.

Jauns.lv · 12 Sept, 10:47

Diesel fuel now costs over two euros per litre in all three Baltic capitals

Following continued price increases in Lithuania and Estonia, diesel fuel now costs more than two euros per litre in Riga, Vilnius and Tallinn alike. Riga's diesel price was the only one to dip slightly last week.

iAuto.lv · 12 Sept, 09:47

Diesel prices cross two euros per litre in all three Baltic capitals

As diesel prices kept rising in Lithuania and Estonia, diesel now costs more than two euros per litre in all Baltic capital cities. In Riga, diesel prices actually edged down slightly last week.

TVNET · 12 Sept, 08:47

Rising costs push more restaurants to close across Estonia

A wave of restaurant closures has hit Estonia this year, from Tallinn to Tartu, as customer spending drops while operating costs keep climbing. Industry figures warn that without a VAT cut, more shutdowns are coming.

ERR News · 12 Sept, 08:47

Cyberattack exposes customer data from appliance repair company

Household appliance and smart device repair company TSC, part of the LMT corporate group, has suffered a cyberattack in which around 7% of customer data was unlawfully accessed. LMT states its own databases were not affected.

iAuto.lv · 12 Sept, 08:43

Saudi Arabia shuts key oil pipeline after drone attack as oil prices surge

Saudi Arabia has shut down its strategically vital East-West oil pipeline following a drone attack on Thursday, sending world oil prices sharply higher. The pressure is compounded by Houthi advances along Yemen's Red Sea coast.

2 avoti · 12 Sept, 07:58

Oracle pledges 2 GW of renewables in bid to ease opposition to Stargate data center

Oracle has offered to fund 2 gigawatts of new renewable energy projects in New Mexico, but the pledge won't stop its Project Jupiter data center for OpenAI from running on natural-gas-fed fuel cells. Local residents and environmental groups continue to protest and pursue legal action against the project.

Ars Technica · 12 Sept, 07:49

EU states struggle to agree on new taxes for next long-term budget

EU leaders are engaged in intense talks this week over new revenue sources for the bloc's next seven-year budget, including a proposal to use frozen Russian assets to back a loan for Ukraine.

Politico Europe · 12 Sept, 06:51

Banks: ECB rate hike should not overburden borrowers

Experts expect the European Central Bank's September 10 rate hike to 2.5% won't be the last this year, but banks say most borrowers should be able to absorb further increases.

ERR (rus) · 12 Sept, 06:49

Proteomics reveals materials used by ancient Egyptian craftsmen

Using mass spectrometry-based proteomics, researchers identified the animal-derived glues and collagens ancient Egyptians used in artworks and funerary objects spanning nearly 1,800 years.

Ars Technica · 12 Sept, 06:48

Central Eurasia crowns cybersecurity, student wellbeing and ad-tech startups as Road to Battlefield 2026 winners

Startups from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and Japan took the top three spots at the Road to TechCrunch Startup Battlefield 2026 regional final and will represent Central Eurasia at TechCrunch Disrupt in San Francisco this October.

TechCrunch · 12 Sept, 06:48

Roblox makes game creation easier with AI and expands play beyond its platform

At its annual developer conference, Roblox unveiled new AI-powered creation tools, plans to let games run outside the platform, and new financial products for creators.

TechCrunch · 12 Sept, 05:51

US lawyer sanctioned for filing appeal brief with ChatGPT-fabricated witness testimony

New Mexico's Supreme Court held defense attorney Stephen Aarons in contempt after he submitted an appeal brief containing fake testimony generated by ChatGPT. The case will now proceed with a new lawyer.

Ars Technica · 12 Sept, 05:50

Volvo updates XC40 and EX40 models

Volvo has refreshed its 40-series models, the XC40 and EX40, with a more modern design, updated technology and enhanced safety systems. Prices in Germany start from 43,990 euros.

iAuto.lv · 12 Sept, 05:48

Canada's buy-local movement faces test as new Trump tariffs loom

Canada's buy-local shopping trend has stayed strong amid trade tensions with the United States, but new tariffs from President Donald Trump's administration could test how much more consumers are truly willing to pay for domestic goods.

Al Jazeera · 12 Sept, 04:45

Study: Driving an electric car in Europe is a third cheaper than a petrol car

A new ICCT study finds that operating an electric car in Europe in 2025 cost on average 33% less than running a petrol car, with fuel price swings and falling battery costs widening the gap.

iAuto.lv · 12 Sept, 04:43

Final deadline today to apply for TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Side Events

TechCrunch has announced that tonight is the absolute last chance to apply to host an official Side Event during TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, with no further extensions planned.

TechCrunch AI · 12 Sept, 03:49

Isar Aerospace's orbital success cheers satellite firms that still need dedicated rides to space

After German rocket maker Isar Aerospace reached orbit for the first time with its Spectrum vehicle, satellite servicing company Astroscale confirms it still relies on dedicated launches rather than rideshares, citing a shortage of reliable options in its payload class.

Ars Technica · 12 Sept, 03:47

Roblox to launch browser-based and offline play modes by 2027

At its annual developers conference, Roblox announced that browser-based gaming without downloads will arrive by the end of 2026, followed by offline play in mid-2027.

Engadget · 12 Sept, 02:53

Meta Faces Lawsuit Over Biometric Data Use in Facial Recognition and AI Systems

Parents and children in the US have filed a class-action lawsuit against Meta, alleging the company illegally used Facebook and Instagram photos to build a facial-recognition system and train AI models. Meta denies the claims, saying it has been transparent about its practices.

Wired · 12 Sept, 02:52

Bouncy castle play linked to Ireland's largest-ever MRSA outbreak among children

An MRSA outbreak tied to bouncy castle use has sickened 48 children in Ireland, marking the largest such outbreak in the country's history and the first known case linked to inflatable play structures worldwide.

Ars Technica · 12 Sept, 02:47

Robot training data startup Mecka AI nears $500M valuation

Mecka AI, a startup collecting human motion data to train humanoid robots, is reportedly in talks for a new funding round led by Sequoia Capital valuing it at about $500 million, just three months after its previous $60 million raise.

TechCrunch · 12 Sept, 02:44

OpenAI's dispute with mathematicians deepens over unverified AI proofs

Twenty-five Fields Medal winners have signed an open letter warning that AI companies risk undermining scientific openness and proper credit with rushed, unverified math proofs. Tensions have escalated following accusations against OpenAI and its withdrawal of sponsorship from a math event.

TechCrunch AI · 12 Sept, 01:51

Study: Random reward fluctuations reshape outcomes of classic game theory contests

A new mathematical model shows that even small random variation in payoffs can dramatically change the stable outcomes of classic games like the prisoner's dilemma and rock-paper-scissors. The findings were published in Physical Review Letters.

Ars Technica · 12 Sept, 01:49

Moss creator Polyarc shuts down after nearly 12 years

Seattle-based VR studio Polyarc, known for the Moss series, has closed its doors. At least 29 former employees are now seeking new jobs.

Engadget · 12 Sept, 01:45

Departing Anthropic researcher warns of AI dangers

Former Anthropic employee Jacob Coxon has publicly warned that artificial intelligence will soon gain superhuman capabilities and real-world power, though industry experts are divided on how seriously to take such claims.

Delfi · 12 Sept, 00:50

France set to resist EU Commission plan to fast-track trade deals in English only

The European Commission is weighing a plan to speed up ratification of trade agreements by circulating only English-language texts, a move France says it will oppose. The recently concluded India deal could serve as a test case.

Euronews Business · 12 Sept, 00:48