Business & Technology
Razer Naga V3 Pro Review: A Mouse With Buttons to Spare
Wired has reviewed the new Razer Naga V3 Pro gaming mouse, praising its swappable side panels offering up to twelve buttons and its comfortable, long-session-friendly shape. The mouse received a score of 8 out of 10.
Wired · 11 Aug, 18:18
Kyoto Fusioneering begins work on key fuel-breeding device for fusion power
Japan's Kyoto Fusioneering has secured grants from the U.S. Department of Energy and Tennessee to build a prototype fuel-breeding device at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, while relocating its U.S. headquarters there.
TechCrunch · 11 Aug, 18:18
Australia's central bank holds rates steady but keeps threatening a hike
The Reserve Bank of Australia left its cash rate unchanged at 4.35%, while governor Michele Bullock stressed the bank remains ready to raise it again. Analysts say maintaining that threat may serve the RBA better than actually following through.
The Guardian World · 11 Aug, 18:17
European Startups Are Redefining the Blue Economy Through Technology
A new generation of European startups is applying climate technology, AI, robotics and biotechnology to make the use of oceans and water resources cleaner and more efficient, according to a 2026 overview by EU-Startups.
EU-Startups · 11 Aug, 17:19
Luxembourg's space biotech Exobiosphere receives €1 million to advance microgravity drug research
Luxembourg-based Exobiosphere, a startup researching drugs and biomedicine in microgravity, has received €1 million in state funding to expand its operations. The grant comes from a national innovation support scheme.
EU-Startups · 11 Aug, 16:20
Bumble drops rule requiring women to message first
Dating app Bumble has abandoned its founding principle that only women can send the first message in heterosexual matches, also extending the response window before matches expire.
The Verge · 11 Aug, 16:20
Spotify to label AI-generated artist profiles starting in September
Spotify will begin tagging AI-generated artist profiles with an 'AI Persona' badge and exclude them from recommendations, with the labels rolling out next month.
TechCrunch · 11 Aug, 16:19
Spotify to roll out labels flagging AI-generated artists
Spotify will begin marking artist accounts that are AI creations rather than real people, starting with self-declared tags in August and platform-applied labels appearing to listeners from mid-September. The move responds to a growing wave of AI-generated music on the service.
Engadget · 11 Aug, 16:18
Russia's Central Bank Proposes Rules for Trading Major Cryptocurrencies on Official Exchanges
Russia's Central Bank has unveiled draft rules that would let investors trade Bitcoin, Ether and Tether on official exchanges starting next month, building on a law President Putin recently signed legalizing crypto trading.
The Moscow Times · 11 Aug, 16:16
Joby Aviation to acquire defense firm Resonant Sciences for $500 million
Electric aircraft maker Joby Aviation is acquiring Ohio-based defense company Resonant Sciences for $500 million, deepening its push into military technology as the air taxi industry seeks new revenue amid regulatory delays.
The Verge · 11 Aug, 15:19
Anthropic to watermark AI-generated text to meet EU rules
Anthropic says its models, including Claude, will now watermark generated text and files to comply with the EU AI Act's Transparency Code. The feature applies automatically to models released after August 2 and will later extend to older ones.
TechCrunch AI · 11 Aug, 15:15
Anthropic to watermark text generated by its AI models
Anthropic says its AI models, including Claude, will now watermark generated text and files to comply with EU rules. The move follows the EU AI Act's Transparency Code, which took effect on August 2.
TechCrunch · 11 Aug, 15:15
Mathematicians grapple with AI solving 10 long-standing problems
OpenAI says its unreleased Astra model solved 10 long-standing mathematics problems, prompting excitement and concern among mathematicians about the field's future and proper credit for human researchers.
The Verge · 11 Aug, 14:22
Wired's 2026 Guide: Best Dehumidifiers for Muggy Summers and Mold Prevention
Wired has updated its dehumidifier buying guide, highlighting devices suited to different needs from whole-home use to travel. Testers say picking the right unit can meaningfully improve indoor air quality and reduce mold risk.
Wired · 11 Aug, 14:18
Balticovo plans €180 million investment in poultry complex in Lithuania
Latvian company Balticovo, through its Lithuanian subsidiary Lit Egg, plans to invest €180 million in farms, egg processing and biomethane production in the Vilkaviškis district, though the project is being held up by permitting issues.
Dienas Bizness · 11 Aug, 14:17
US petrol prices dip last week, but analysts warn of renewed surge amid Hormuz closure
US petrol prices fell by nine cents last week, but analysts warn they could surge again if the Strait of Hormuz closure continues.
Al Jazeera · 10 Aug, 19:19
Australia's cooling house prices may spare mortgage holders another rate hike
Australia's Reserve Bank says the housing market has cooled more than expected after this year's rate hikes, reducing the odds of a further increase, though economists warn one still can't be ruled out.
The Guardian World · 10 Aug, 18:20
Archer Aviation acquires former rival Wisk Aero from Boeing
Electric aircraft maker Archer Aviation has struck a deal to acquire Boeing's subsidiary Wisk Aero, along with two other units, in exchange for a stake in Archer. The acquisition caps a relationship that began with a bitter lawsuit before evolving into a partnership.
TechCrunch · 10 Aug, 18:17
A rival Android app store finally lands inside Google Play
Aptoide Games has become the first alternative app store officially downloadable through Google Play in the US, following a years-long legal fight between Epic Games and Google.
Engadget · 10 Aug, 17:18
The renaissance of customer care: AI creates space for human connection
Industry observers say artificial intelligence has not eliminated customer service jobs as widely predicted, but instead created new space for the human relationships that make such service valuable.
EU-Startups · 10 Aug, 17:18
Bose CEO explains shift from hardware maker to technology licensor
Bose CEO Lila Snyder discussed how the company has transformed into a multi-brand group and begun licensing its core audio technology to other manufacturers. Bose still makes its own products but is increasingly operating as a B2B technology supplier as well.
The Verge · 10 Aug, 17:18
Big Bolt Drive bill, Jūrmala property auction and energy sector manipulations – business digest
Delfi Bizness has compiled Monday, August 10 business and economy news, ranging from an unexpectedly large Bolt Drive bill to the sale of the Constitution Protection Bureau building and manipulations in the energy sector.
Delfi · 10 Aug, 17:15
Typhoon 'Delphine' forces evacuation of over a million people in China
Typhoon Delphine weakened over the weekend after making landfall in China's Zhejiang province, but not before triggering the evacuation of more than a million people and the cancellation of over a thousand flights across eastern and central China.
Dienas Bizness · 10 Aug, 16:21
John Lewis managing director Peter Ruis steps down after under three years
John Lewis managing director Peter Ruis has unexpectedly resigned as the British department store chain faces tough trading conditions, with board member Will Kernan set to take over in September.
The Guardian World · 10 Aug, 16:18
Portable Solar Panels: A Reviewer's Picks After Years of Testing
A Wired reviewer who has spent years testing portable solar panels shares recommendations for home backup power, RVs and camping, with Jackery's Solar Saga models coming out on top ahead of Bluetti and BougeRV options.
Wired · 10 Aug, 15:20
Discovered Materials deploys AI agent swarms to hunt for cooler chip materials
Startup Discovered Materials has raised $9 million to use AI agents in search of new materials for more efficient computer chips. The company hopes its discoveries can help ease data center overheating and power consumption.
TechCrunch AI · 10 Aug, 15:19
Google Play store now accepts Venmo as a payment method
Google has added Venmo as a new payment option in the Google Play store for US users, allowing purchases of apps, subscriptions and in-app content using a linked Venmo account.
Engadget · 10 Aug, 15:18
NovelKeys now sells its retro-style keyboard fully assembled
NovelKeys has launched a preassembled version of its Classic-TKL mechanical keyboard called the Underscore Edition, previously available only as a build-it-yourself kit.
The Verge · 10 Aug, 15:18
Google Play adds Venmo as a new payment option
Google Play users can now pay for apps, games and other digital content using Venmo, joining the platform's existing list of payment methods.
TechCrunch · 10 Aug, 15:17
airBaltic to cut nine routes and reduce flight frequency this winter
airBaltic will suspend nine routes and cut flight frequency on several others during the upcoming October-to-March winter season, adjusting capacity to expected demand. The airline says the changes affect only a small part of its network and are unrelated to its long-term strategy.
Dienas Bizness · 10 Aug, 15:16
Space mirrors could threaten astronomy and human eyesight
US company Reflect Orbital has won FCC approval to launch a test satellite, the first step toward a planned fleet of 50,000 space mirrors that would beam sunlight to Earth on demand. Astronomers warn of permanent eye damage risk and devastating harm to astronomical observation.
The Verge · 10 Aug, 14:20
Wired Updates Its Guide to the Best Wireless Earbuds for 2026
Wired has refreshed its wireless earbuds buying guide, highlighting top picks for different needs after weeks of hands-on testing. Google, Apple, Samsung, Bose, JLab, Shokz and Beats models topped the various categories.
Wired · 10 Aug, 13:18
Elvi to invest around two million euros in new store in Ugāle
Retail chain Elvi plans to invest roughly two million euros in building a new store in Ugāle, Ventspils municipality, its franchisor SIA Elvi Latvija has announced.
LSM · 10 Aug, 13:15
Time capsule sealed into foundations of Grobiņa BESS energy storage park
Construction of a battery energy storage system park in western Latvia, led by Liepāja ESS and built by Enersense, has been underway for six months, marking the milestone with a time capsule embedded in its foundations. The project, which will use Tesla Megapack batteries, is the first of its kind in the Baltics.
Dienas Bizness · 10 Aug, 12:20
Neste opens fourth automated Easy Wash car wash in Riga
Fuel retailer Neste has opened its fourth automated Easy Wash car wash in Riga, at the intersection of Vienības gatve and Graudu iela. The company plans further expansion, with a new location in Imanta and another tunnel-style wash in Riga coming soon.
Jauns.lv · 10 Aug, 12:16
Mandatory e-invoicing in 2028: why the deadline could catch Latvian businesses off guard
Latvia's parliament set 2028 as the new deadline for mandatory B2B e-invoicing after repeated delays, but experts warn the country's low e-invoice adoption rates suggest many businesses, especially small and medium ones, are not prepared.
Dienas Bizness · 10 Aug, 11:18