Business & Technology
Second mathematician accuses OpenAI of opacity over training data origins
Mathematician Andreas Thom has gone public with concerns that his ChatGPT conversations may have contributed to OpenAI's announced result on non-sofic groups, saying the company's answers about data use were misleading.
The Verge · 10 Sept, 14:08
Apple launches $50-a-month AppleCare One Family plan
Apple has introduced a new AppleCare One Family insurance tier priced at $50 per month, covering eligible devices for up to six family members. The plan was announced alongside the launch of the iPhone Duo and iPhone 18.
Engadget · 10 Sept, 13:12
Clearview AI Is Testing an AI Tool to Automatically Dig Up People's Online Lives
Facial recognition company Clearview AI is developing an experimental tool called InquiryIQ that would use AI to automatically search the web for details about people identified by police. The company says it remains an unreleased prototype.
Wired · 10 Sept, 13:07
New private music school opens in Riga with backing of Scottish experience
A new private music school has opened in Riga, founded by Linda and Paul Boyd, who spent over 25 years in music education in Scotland. About 100,000 euros have been invested in setting it up.
Dienas Bizness · 10 Sept, 13:07
«Krustpunktā» debate to address business growth and innovation support in Latvia
On Thursday, September 10, Latvian Radio's programme «Krustpunktā» is holding a pre-election debate at Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences on how to boost entrepreneurship and support innovation in Latvia. Experts and students are taking part.
LSM · 10 Sept, 13:06
New owners confirm Riga bus station will stay at its current location
RIVARO Holding, the new shareholder of the Riga bus station, says the building will not be demolished or relocated and plans phased upgrades to infrastructure and passenger services. The deal was financed with a loan from Signet Bank.
Dienas Bizness · 10 Sept, 12:12
New Audi Q7 generation launches in Germany, priced from nearly €88,000
Audi has introduced an all-new Q7 generation on the German market, featuring diesel hybrid engines and updated technology, with prices starting around €87,900. A more premium Q9 model is promised to follow.
iAuto.lv · 10 Sept, 12:11
GoPro Max 2 360 Camera Now 40 Percent Off
The GoPro Max 2, considered one of the top 360-degree cameras on the market, is now available at a 40 percent discount for $299. Related GoPro accessories are also discounted.
Wired · 10 Sept, 12:07
PlayStation Store to Switch from US Dollars to Local Currencies in the UAE and Saudi Arabia
PlayStation will replace the US dollar with the UAE dirham as the official currency on its online store in the United Arab Emirates, while Saudi Arabia will see prices displayed in riyals, following a scheduled maintenance window in early October.
4 avoti · 10 Sept, 11:17
Swedbank to grant year-long loan payment relief to clients missing after Nepal floods
Swedbank will suspend loan payments for a year for clients who went missing in the Nepal flood disaster and is urging their relatives to arrange temporary guardianship. Thirty-three Latvian residents remain unaccounted for after the catastrophe.
Dienas Bizness · 10 Sept, 11:06
Samsung ends software support for Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Z Fold 3/Flip 3
Samsung has quietly ended software support for the Galaxy Watch 4, Galaxy Watch 4 Classic, and the foldable Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3, all of which have now reached their promised update lifespan.
4 avoti · 10 Sept, 10:16
Nutrameg surpasses €100 million in revenue
Latvian export-focused company Nutrameg has crossed the €100 million revenue threshold, reporting productivity nearly ten times the startup sector average. Over the past two years the company has paid €10 million in taxes.
Dienas Bizness · 10 Sept, 10:13
Volvo brings back XC40 plug-in hybrid with fresh look and Gemini AI
Volvo is reviving the plug-in hybrid version of its XC40 SUV after a three-year hiatus, adding a redesigned exterior, a larger screen with Google Gemini, and an upgraded safety sensor suite. The updated model arrives at dealerships early next year.
The Verge · 10 Sept, 10:09
Volvo refreshes XC40 design but drops electric EX40 from the US market
Volvo's 2028 XC40 gets a redesigned look, a bigger screen and upgraded safety tech, but American buyers will no longer be able to get the electric EX40 version.
Engadget · 10 Sept, 10:08
European Gas Prices Hit Highest Level Since 2022 Amid Middle East Tensions
Natural gas prices on the Dutch TTF exchange rose to 79.11 euros per megawatt-hour on Wednesday, the highest level since late 2022, driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East. Analysts point to fears that LNG supplies from the Persian Gulf could be permanently disrupted.
iAuto.lv · 10 Sept, 09:08
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Martinovs: airBaltic to focus on flight frequency rather than new exotic destinations
airBaltic supervisory board chairman Andrejs Martinovs said in an interview that the airline will no longer aim to expand its route network with new, exotic destinations, but will instead focus on increasing flight frequency on its already busy routes.
Apollo.lv · 10 Sept, 08:12
August markets rally as bond yield surge spreads worldwide, chip prices hit records
Stock markets in the US, Asia and Europe rose in August, while a surge in long-term government bond yields spread from the US to Germany, Japan, Canada and the UK. Meanwhile, Nvidia's earnings and record memory chip prices marked a new phase for the tech sector.
Dienas Bizness · 10 Sept, 07:11
Formula 1 pushes Madrid short-term rents up to €20,000 near the track
The Spanish Grand Prix, held in Madrid from 11 to 13 September, has driven short-term rental prices sharply higher both near the Madring circuit and in the city centre, with some listings reaching €20,000 for just a few days. Hotel and parking prices have also surged.
Euronews Business · 10 Sept, 07:09
US accuses six Chinese AI firms of industrial-scale copying of frontier models
US security agencies say six Chinese AI companies have been distilling capabilities from leading American AI models since late 2024. They urge US firms to tighten monitoring and even secretly downgrade suspected accounts to weaker models.
Ars Technica · 10 Sept, 06:14
Motorola teases new compact foldable Razr
Motorola has shared a social media teaser revealing a new Razr model that switches from its signature flip design to a book-style foldable structure. The company has not yet disclosed a name, release timeline, or detailed specifications.
Engadget · 10 Sept, 06:13
Suno launches v6 AI music model built with record industry support
AI music platform Suno has released its v6 model, the first trained with licensed content from record labels. The new model comes in three versions and shows significantly better genre understanding.
The Verge · 10 Sept, 06:13
Movin'On chief: Europe must shift from setting mobility targets to creating conditions for reaching them
Europe lags far behind China in electrifying heavy-duty trucks, and Movin'On managing director Gaël Quéinnec argues the EU needs to focus on the economic and political conditions that make its mobility targets achievable.
Politico Europe · 10 Sept, 06:08
Apple Watch's new AI listening features spark privacy debate
Apple has added AI-powered audio processing and transcription features to its new watches, letting them detect sounds and summarize conversations. The move offers useful accessibility benefits but also raises questions about consent and constant listening.
TechCrunch · 10 Sept, 05:16
Apple's first foldable, the iPhone Duo, gets early hands-on review
An Engadget reviewer shared early impressions of Apple's new foldable iPhone Duo, set to go on sale October 23. The device features dual OLED screens, a titanium body and refined multitasking software.
Engadget · 10 Sept, 05:14
Automattic CEO Matt Mullenweg placed on paid leave, CFO steps in as interim chief
Automattic, the company behind WordPress.com, has put CEO Matt Mullenweg on a paid leave of absence following a board vote. Chief Financial Officer Mark Davies will lead the company as interim CEO.
The Verge · 10 Sept, 05:14
Zeekr 9X: Nearly 900-HP Luxury Hybrid SUV Heading to Europe from €119,500
Chinese brand Zeekr is bringing its most powerful model yet, the 9X hybrid SUV with nearly 900 horsepower, to the European market starting at €119,500. The car will have its European debut at the Monaco Yacht Show on September 23.
iAuto.lv · 10 Sept, 05:10
Economist warns of high risks for rising food and fuel prices
SEB bank economist Dainis Gašpuitis says that after summer's easing inflation, rising energy costs could soon push up food and fuel prices in Latvia. Annual inflation in August climbed to 3.2%.
BNN · 10 Sept, 05:10
ECB unveils finalist designs for new euro banknotes – public vote underway
The European Central Bank has presented 10 finalist designs for the next euro banknote series and opened a public survey. It will be the first complete redesign of euro banknotes since cash was introduced in 2002.
Jauns.lv · 10 Sept, 05:07
French entrepreneur Hélène Huby emerges as a bright spot for Europe's space industry
The Exploration Company chief Hélène Huby has raised $450 million and taken a high-profile role at Paris's International Space Summit, as Europe's space sector struggles with aging, over-budget programs.
Ars Technica · 10 Sept, 04:12
Engadget Podcast: Apple's first foldable and the iPhone 18 Pro
In a new Engadget Podcast episode, hosts discuss Apple's first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and other recently launched Apple hardware.
Engadget · 10 Sept, 04:10
Automattic's board forces CEO Matt Mullenweg into leave of absence
Automattic's board placed founder and CEO Matt Mullenweg on paid leave against his will, naming CFO Mark Davies as interim CEO, while Mullenweg keeps his board seat and leadership of the open-source WordPress project.
TechCrunch · 10 Sept, 04:08
Four hacking groups caught sharing the same Chrome and Windows exploit kit
Security firm Proofpoint has uncovered an exploit kit named BlueMoon that chains three critical Chromium and Windows vulnerabilities and is being used by at least four hacking groups, some tied to the Chinese government. All three flaws have already been patched.
Ars Technica · 10 Sept, 03:15
Black returns to the iPhone Pro color lineup
Apple has brought back a black option for its new iPhone Pro line after skipping it last year, a change welcomed by a longtime black-iPhone buyer at The Verge.
The Verge · 10 Sept, 03:12
Apple Pay vs. Apple Wallet: How the two Apple tools actually differ
Apple Pay and Apple Wallet are often used interchangeably, but they serve distinct roles — one stores information, the other processes payments. A related feature, Apple Cash, handles sending money between users.
Engadget · 10 Sept, 03:12
AI startup Listen Labs pulls $1.5B funding round amid Salesforce acquisition talks
Customer research AI company Listen Labs walked away from a signed $125 million Series C term sheet at a $1.5 billion valuation as it holds talks to be acquired by Salesforce for around $2 billion.
TechCrunch · 10 Sept, 03:07
Ex-Anthropic Researcher Warns Next Two Years Are 'Crunch Time' for Humanity
Jacob Coxon, who just left Anthropic, publicly warned that AI developers themselves believe the next couple of years will determine whether AI progress ends well or catastrophically. His remarks drew wide attention and support from other industry figures.
Wired · 10 Sept, 02:13