Business & Technology
Driver flees police in Cēsis at 132 km/h, suspicious substance found in car
A man in Cēsis allegedly drove under the influence and fled from police at speeds up to 132 km/h in a 50 km/h zone. Police found a marijuana-like substance in the car and launched a criminal case.
iAuto.lv · 21 Aug, 17:03
Tesla recalls nearly 3 million cars in China over hidden door handles
Tesla and 10 other automakers are recalling almost 3 million vehicles in China to warn owners about hidden emergency door releases. The electronic latches involved can fail during a crash or fire, trapping occupants.
TechCrunch · 21 Aug, 17:02
Stockholm's Eyedentity raises €1.3 million to spot deadly eye cancer earlier using AI
Swedish startup Eyedentity has secured €1.3 million to advance an AI tool for early detection of uveal melanoma, a rare but dangerous eye cancer. The funding will support regulatory approval and expansion into opticians, eye clinics and hospitals.
EU-Startups · 21 Aug, 17:00
Airbus backs down on office return demands following strikes
Airbus has scrapped plans to limit remote work to one day a week after strikes in Spain, France and the UK. Staff will continue to be able to work from home an average of two days a week.
The Guardian World · 21 Aug, 15:03
UK cinemas consider restricting smart glasses with built-in cameras
The UK Cinema Association says operators are reviewing rules on camera-equipped smart glasses over fears of illegal film recording, though no nationwide ban has been set yet.
Jauns.lv · 21 Aug, 15:00
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Politico Europe · 21 Aug, 14:59
Latvia's shadow economy stuck at a fifth of GDP, new survey shows
A new SSE Riga survey found Latvia's shadow economy stood at 21.8% of GDP last year, with little improvement in recent years unlike Lithuania, where it is shrinking. Envelope wages are a growing concern.
Dienas Bizness · 21 Aug, 14:04
New EU rules expand consumers' right to repair electronics
Since July 31, new European Union rules give consumers broader rights to demand repair of damaged household electronics. A European repair platform to help people find repair services is planned to launch by 2027.
Delfi · 21 Aug, 14:02
Early Labor Day tech sales kick off: AirTags, Dyson vacuums and headphones discounted
Ahead of the US Labor Day holiday on September 7, retailers have already started discounting popular tech gadgets, including Apple AirTags, Dyson vacuums and wireless headphones. Wired has rounded up the tested products currently on sale.
Wired · 21 Aug, 13:03
Eco Baltia vide invests €681,000 in electric waste collection vehicles
Waste management company Eco Baltia vide is investing €681,000 in new electric specialized vehicles that will operate in the South Kurzeme region. The project is partly funded by the EU Cohesion Fund.
Dienas Bizness · 21 Aug, 13:02
airBaltic's bridge financing talks may exceed 225 million euros
A government adviser says airBaltic could secure more bridge financing than the initially planned 225 million euros, as talks continue ahead of a bondholder meeting before September 4.
Jauns.lv · 21 Aug, 12:59
China ties EU foreign subsidies probe to trade talks amid dispute over JD.com deal
China has ordered its companies not to share information with EU investigators in Foreign Subsidies Regulation probes, just as the EU and China enter a critical round of trade negotiations. Brussels insists the rules apply equally to all companies regardless of nationality.
Politico Europe · 21 Aug, 12:04
Nevada approves paid robotaxi service for Uber, Tesla and Waymo
The Nevada Transportation Authority has approved permits for Tesla, Waymo and Uber to offer paid driverless robotaxi rides in Clark County, including Las Vegas. The companies together plan to roll out thousands of vehicles over the next year.
Engadget · 21 Aug, 12:01
Estonian economist: Poland has grown from an ugly duckling into a swan
Estonian banker and economist Indrek Neivelt argues that Poland has overtaken Estonia in GDP per capita over the past decade and become one of the EU's most dynamic economies, pointing partly to its differently structured tax system.
ERR News · 21 Aug, 11:00
10 European GridTech startups helping power systems adapt
As Europe's electricity grid grows more complex with distributed solar, batteries and EVs, a new wave of startups is building software to balance and coordinate it. Several of these companies raised tens of millions of euros in funding this year.
EU-Startups · 21 Aug, 10:59
UK posts surprise £1.8bn deficit ahead of Healey's first budget
Britain's government recorded an unexpected £1.8bn budget deficit in July, adding pressure on chancellor John Healey as he prepares his first budget in October.
The Guardian World · 21 Aug, 10:04
After €22.5 million raise, Vienna's ENPULSION to acquire British propulsion firm Lift Me Off
Austrian spacecraft propulsion maker ENPULSION has agreed to fully acquire British chemical propulsion company Lift Me Off, following its €22.5 million growth funding round in March.
EU-Startups · 21 Aug, 10:04
Study: 34% of Latvian companies unconcerned about cyberattacks
A new study finds that a third of Latvian companies do not feel threatened by cyberattacks, even though 18% of businesses have already experienced such incidents.
Labs of Latvia · 21 Aug, 10:03
Panama Canal to reduce daily ship traffic amid El Niño-driven water shortage
The Panama Canal Authority will cut the number of vessels allowed through the waterway starting in September due to low rainfall linked to El Niño. The restrictions will be phased in gradually.
BBC World · 21 Aug, 10:01
Elenger commissions €1.8 million battery storage system in Olaine
Energy company Elenger has commissioned a new battery energy storage system at its Olaine solar park, investing €1.8 million in the project. The addition brings Elenger's total green energy storage capacity in Latvia to 27 megawatt-hours.
Dienas Bizness · 21 Aug, 10:00
Genesis GV90 NeoLun: an electric luxury SUV with heated floors and coach doors
Genesis has unveiled the GV90 NeoLun, an electric luxury SUV featuring unique wide-opening doors and a tech-laden cabin. The model is set to go on sale in early 2027.
Engadget · 21 Aug, 09:01
Estonian company to buy Rīgas Piena Kombināts – what happens to “Kārums”?
Estonian dairy group Agrone's parent company Falber Investments has agreed to acquire AS Rīgas Piena Kombināts, sparking public concern over the future of the beloved “Kārums” curd snack. Company representatives say no immediate changes are planned.
Latvijas Avīze · 21 Aug, 08:03
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'Cert.lv': No Confirmation That Data Leaked From CSDD Has Been Published or Sold
Latvia's cyber incident response institution "Cert.lv" told the LETA news agency it currently has no information confirming that data obtained in a leak at the Road Traffic Safety Directorate (CSDD) has been published or offered for sale.
Apollo.lv · 21 Aug, 08:02
Fiscal watchdog: Latvia's consolidated budget shows €51.1 million surplus at end of July
Latvia's Fiscal Discipline Council reports a €51.1 million surplus in the consolidated general budget at the end of July, compared with a deficit a year earlier. Revenue grew faster than spending, largely due to EU fund payments.
Dienas Bizness · 21 Aug, 08:01
China's Bilibili launches push for international audience
Chinese video platform Bilibili is rolling out a new international app and preparing an English-language website as part of a strategy to attract Western creators and viewers, according to Semafor. The company has also dropped its identity verification requirement and is hiring staff in several global cities.
Engadget · 21 Aug, 07:07
Hacker used fake crypto conference to try to trick security researchers into installing malware
An unidentified attacker posing as a representative of a crypto news outlet targeted cybersecurity professionals around Black Hat and Def Con, using a fake conference and a Google Doc to attempt malware installation. Security firm Huntress documented the campaign after one of its own researchers played along.
TechCrunch · 21 Aug, 07:07
Latvian apple growers expect bigger harvest and lower prices this year
Latvian apple growers anticipate a better harvest than last year, which could push prices down, though labor shortages during harvesting remain a persistent challenge.
Dienas Bizness · 21 Aug, 07:00
Finland weighs creating investment accounts for infants
Finnish public media report that the country is exploring the possibility of establishing investment accounts for babies. No final decision has been made yet.
LSM · 21 Aug, 06:58
Meta's AI minigame-creation app Pocket launches in the US
Meta has rolled out Pocket, an app that lets users generate simple AI-powered interactive experiences called "gizmos," to the US market after a trial run in Brazil.
Engadget · 21 Aug, 06:08
OpenAI launches ChatGPT plug-in for Apple Messages
OpenAI has released a new plug-in letting ChatGPT connect to users' Apple Messages inbox to sort, analyze and even send texts on their behalf. The feature has already raised privacy questions.
TechCrunch · 21 Aug, 06:04
Genki unveils customizable Manta controller with built-in screen
Genki has launched its Manta controller on Kickstarter, offering deep customization options alongside a large built-in display. Early backers can preorder it for $189, ahead of a planned $279 retail price.
The Verge · 21 Aug, 06:02
Politico podcast revisits EU's uneasy trade relationship with China
Politico's Brussels Playbook Week Ender podcast, currently on summer break, has re-released a May episode examining the EU's efforts to shape a unified stance on China. The show resumes its regular schedule on Aug. 24.
Politico Europe · 21 Aug, 06:01
Runlayer and Rippling drop lawsuits in MCP gateway dispute
Startup Runlayer and workplace platform Rippling have both withdrawn their lawsuits against each other without a settlement or payment. The dispute centered on an AI agent access tool known as an MCP gateway.
TechCrunch AI · 21 Aug, 05:07
Riot Games to end active development of 2XKO in December
Riot Games will stop active development of its fighting game 2XKO in December, saying the title costs far more to run than it earns. Servers will remain online and the game will stay free to download.
Engadget · 21 Aug, 05:06
25 years after 9/11: New documentary reunites survivors with their rescuers
National Geographic, working with the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, has released a three-part documentary series, "9/11: Reunited," bringing together survivors of the 2001 terrorist attacks and the people who saved them 25 years ago. The series explores both the acts of heroism that day and the decades that followed.
Ars Technica · 21 Aug, 05:03
Brazil announces 2.3 billion reais investment in artificial intelligence
Brazil's government has announced roughly 2.3 billion reais ($444.2m) in new investment aimed at strengthening the country's AI ecosystem, including supercomputing capacity, as part of efforts to balance ties with both US and Chinese technology.
Al Jazeera · 21 Aug, 04:59