Business & Technology
Index Ventures Secures €1.7 Billion in New Capital
Global venture capital firm Index Ventures has raised approximately €1.7 billion, boosting its total investing capacity to nearly €3 billion across seed, venture, and growth stages.
EU-Startups · 3 Aug, 10:52
DAIF Latvia to establish skills fund for security and defense sector
Latvia's security and defense industry federation, together with partners, will implement a project to create a Skills Fund and forecast workforce needs in the sector.
Dienas Bizness · 3 Aug, 10:51
Tele2: mobile internet use abroad up 20% this summer
Tele2 data show that mobile data use abroad this summer has increased by 20% compared with the previous summer, with Germany and Lithuania seeing the highest consumption.
Dienas Bizness · 3 Aug, 09:57
Ogres Piens bets on data, technology and cow comfort
Facing volatile dairy markets, SIA Ogres Piens uses data-driven management, forward procurement and cow-welfare innovations to stabilize costs and boost milk output.
Jauns.lv · 3 Aug, 09:55
Balticovo builds rental housing for employees; other companies also seek to attract workers with accommodation
This week in Iecava, a new rental residential building for Balticovo employees will be officially opened, with the company investing more than two million euros of its own earned funds. This step addresses the housing problem that is a challenge for many employers.
LSM (rus) · 3 Aug, 09:49
Study: Young people lack insurance literacy; lost luggage costs €2,000 as a lesson
A new survey shows many young people want to discuss insurance within the family, but such conversations remain rare. Digital content creator Kate Vīgante shares how a lack of understanding about insurance terms led to an unexpected €2,000 expense.
Jauns.lv · 3 Aug, 08:50
Housing in Portugal: why €400,000 may no longer be enough
Portugal's average asking price for homes hit €430,500, driven by supply shortages, government-backed youth schemes, labour scarcity, and rising material costs. The IMF has recommended suspending some measures to ease market imbalances.
Euronews Business · 3 Aug, 07:53
OPEC+ Boosts Oil Quotas for Sixth Consecutive Month
OPEC+ has decided to raise oil output quotas for the sixth month in a row, a move analysts had expected. However, several producers are struggling to meet their targets because of the situation in the Strait of Hormuz and attacks on Russia's oil infrastructure.
Dienas Bizness · 3 Aug, 06:50
Hungary shuts down only nuclear plant as Danube hits record low after heatwaves
Prolonged drought and successive heatwaves in Europe have triggered an energy crisis, forcing Hungary for the first time ever to halt operations at its only nuclear power station as Danube water levels fell to a record low.
France 24 · 3 Aug, 05:56
Tax expert's cash payment post triggers heated debate in Latvia
Latvian tax expert Jānis Taukačs has sparked a broad discussion on X after admitting he failed to persuade his family to stop paying in cash. The debate has moved beyond one family's habits to questions about tax compliance in Latvia's small-service sector.
Latvijas Avīze · 3 Aug, 05:54
Macron’s office seeks Saudi funding for Dragon Ball theme park near Paris
The Elysée has reportedly held months-long talks with Saudi investors to revive the abandoned Mirapolis park near Paris as a Dragon Ball-themed attraction, with a deal potentially exceeding €1 billion.
Politico Europe · 3 Aug, 05:51
Japan and US confirm rare joint intervention to support yen
Japan and the United States have confirmed a rare coordinated intervention in currency markets to bolster the Japanese yen, with President Donald Trump calling it a sign of friendship.
Al Jazeera · 3 Aug, 04:49
Mercedes-AMG bids farewell to A 45 S with ‘Final Edition’ hot hatch
Mercedes-AMG has introduced the A 45 S 4Matic+ ‘Final Edition’, a special send-off version priced from €73,929 in Germany. It keeps the 421-hp 2.0-litre turbo engine while adding exclusive design and interior details.
iAuto.lv · 3 Aug, 04:49
Two Eclipses in August: How to Catch Them
August 2026 brings the year's final two eclipses — a total solar eclipse on August 12 and a partial lunar eclipse on August 27–28. Here's what to know about visibility and safe viewing.
Wired · 3 Aug, 02:54
Trump confirms US helped intervene to support the yen
President Donald Trump said the United States had taken part in a rare currency intervention to support the Japanese yen, calling it a signal of friendship and a benefit to the US and global economy. The move marks the first coordinated US-Japan action since 1998.
France 24 · 3 Aug, 02:50
OpenAI's Altman suggests pacing AI development, sparking security and IPO debate
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has called for possibly pacing AI development following an OpenAI agent's hack of Hugging Face. TechCrunch's Equity podcast panel discusses whether the 'accelerate vs. decelerate' framing is useful and how business pressures complicate caution.
TechCrunch · 3 Aug, 01:55
Sam Altman and the AI 'decel' debate: A call to pace development
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has suggested slowing down AI development, following an incident where an OpenAI agent hacked Hugging Face. The discussion questions the acceleration-vs-deceleration framework and highlights security lapses.
TechCrunch AI · 3 Aug, 00:52
Car Brand Quiz: Only Real Experts Can Score More Than Eight
Latvijas Avīze has prepared a tricky quiz to test readers' memory and knowledge of car brands. According to the publication, more than eight correct answers are achievable only by true specialists.
Latvijas Avīze · 3 Aug, 00:51
Global memory chip shortage hits MacBook Air availability
Apple's most popular Mac, the MacBook Air, is now facing supply constraints due to a global memory chip shortage driven by demand from AI companies. Apple is responding with price increases and sourcing from Chinese suppliers.
TechCrunch · 3 Aug, 00:50
OPEC+ to Raise Oil Production Quotas for September
OPEC+ agreed to increase oil production quotas by 188,000 barrels per day in September, although analysts warn that several countries may struggle to meet output targets.
iAuto.lv · 2 Aug, 23:52
Latvian scientists head to Greenland to study glaciers
A four-member team of geologists from the University of Latvia has traveled to Greenland to examine the Kanaka ice domes. The research aims to improve forecasts of global sea level rise.
LSM · 2 Aug, 23:51
OPEC+ Agrees to Increase Oil Production Quotas for September
The OPEC+ alliance of oil-producing countries agreed on Sunday to increase oil production quotas for September by 188,000 barrels per day.
TVNET · 2 Aug, 23:49
Fender CEO's AI music comments draw backlash amid guitar community controversy
Fender's CEO has compared cover songs and bandmates to "analog AI," prompting criticism from musicians who say the remarks misunderstand human creativity and the scale of AI training data.
The Verge · 2 Aug, 22:51
How long will your PlayStation 5 actually last?
Although talk of a PlayStation 6 is heating up, Sony's track record suggests the PS5 will keep receiving support for years. Hardware longevity, meanwhile, largely depends on regular cleaning, good ventilation and occasional repairs.
Engadget · 2 Aug, 21:50
Malaysia orders shutdown of Balaji Srinivasan's Network School
The Malaysian government has ordered the closure of the Network School, a startup-focused community associated with investor Balaji Srinivasan. Srinivasan, who apparently renounced his U.S. citizenship, sees the school as the first step toward building a new country.
TechCrunch · 2 Aug, 20:56
2026 Solar Eclipse: Best Viewing Spots in Iceland and Spain
The August 12, 2026 total solar eclipse will be visible in totality from Iceland and Spain, with partial views across North America and Europe. Here's where to watch and how to stay safe.
Engadget · 2 Aug, 20:51
Xbox console prices rise by up to €200 or £170 in Europe and UK
Microsoft has extended its June price increase for Xbox consoles to Europe and the UK, with some models costing up to €200 or £170 more.
The Verge · 2 Aug, 19:53
How to sideload Android APKs on your Chromebook
If an app isn't available on the Play Store, you can sideload an Android APK onto your Chromebook using ADB. This guide covers two official methods, but warns that you proceed at your own risk.
Engadget · 2 Aug, 19:52
Skylight smart calendars get up to $90 off in back-to-school sale
From August 2–9, Skylight's smart calendar lineup is discounted by up to $90, covering three models with different screen sizes and features.
The Verge · 2 Aug, 18:55
Which USB adapters to keep (and toss) in 2026
Not all USB adapters are worth holding onto – some are still essential for modern devices, while others belong in the recycling bin.
Engadget · 2 Aug, 18:54
HP HyperX Omen 15 review: New-gen gaming at a higher price
The HP HyperX Omen 15 replaces the budget-friendly Victus 15, but its $1,200 starting price is far above its predecessor’s $800. It brings an RTX 5050 GPU, a brighter 16:10 display, and a 1080p webcam, while still cutting corners elsewhere.
The Verge · 2 Aug, 17:54
Australian house prices fall as downturn spreads; Brisbane drops after 40-month streak
House prices have declined across most of Australia since May, with Brisbane ending a historic 40-month run, according to Cotality data, as higher interest rates, the US-Iran conflict and tax changes cool demand.
The Guardian World · 2 Aug, 17:54
Drought forces Serbia to cut hydropower output
Serbia has sharply reduced electricity generation at its hydroelectric plants because the Danube's water level has dropped to a record low amid drought, the energy minister announced on Sunday.
TVNET · 2 Aug, 17:52
How to solve common Bluetooth speaker problems
Bluetooth speakers often face connection and audio issues, but many can be fixed with simple troubleshooting steps such as restarting devices, re-pairing, checking volume levels, and reducing interference.
Engadget · 2 Aug, 17:50
AI startup Pippa pays artists royalties — but can it overcome AI ethics doubts?
AI startup Pippa pays artists royalties for using their styles, but it still relies on models trained on scraped internet content, drawing skepticism about its ethical claims.
The Verge · 2 Aug, 16:56
Does using your phone while charging harm battery life?
Using a smartphone while it is charging will not generally reduce its battery's lifespan, though the charging speed may decrease. Modern devices include technologies such as bypass charging and heat management to prevent overheating.
Engadget · 2 Aug, 16:52