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Over 600 Bite customers in Jelgava experience optical internet outages
Optical internet service disruptions have been reported in multiple locations in Jelgava, affecting more than 600 Bite Latvija customers.
Apollo.lv · 28 Jul, 17:38
Echo Dot vs Echo Dot Max: What's the difference between Amazon's smart speakers?
Amazon offers two popular smart speakers: the Echo Dot and the Echo Dot Max. While both support Alexa+ voice commands, they differ in price, audio quality, and connectivity.
Engadget · 28 Jul, 17:37
Forest Restoration and Afforestation in Latvia Continue with European Funding
Last year, Latvia restored 47,419 hectares of forest and afforested 6,289 hectares, similar to the area achieved in 2024, helping with CO2 sequestration and wood resource availability.
Dienas Bizness · 28 Jul, 17:37
GSK to cut jobs as part of £1.9bn cost-cutting plan and investment in Cambridge
British drugmaker GSK announced major job cuts under a £1.9bn cost-saving program, while investing £400m in UK life sciences, including a new R&D centre in Cambridge to accelerate drug development.
The Guardian Science · 28 Jul, 16:38
Recursive Superintelligence signs $400 million compute deal with Amazon
AI company Recursive Superintelligence announced a $400 million compute deal with Amazon Web Services, marking one of the largest such agreements as the startup focuses on self-improving AI systems.
TechCrunch · 28 Jul, 16:38
10 Summer Movie Recommendations for Entrepreneurs and Innovation Enthusiasts
EU-Startups has compiled a list of ten films that offer entertainment and inspiration during summer holidays, exploring entrepreneurship, innovation, ambition, and the realities of building a business from various angles.
EU-Startups · 28 Jul, 16:38
Motorola launches Indigenous Collections app to preserve Ojibwe language and culture
Motorola, in collaboration with the Rainy Lake Ojibwe community, has released a free Android app that compiles Ojibwe language materials, stories, and cultural knowledge.
Engadget · 28 Jul, 16:37
Logitech puts handheld plans on ice — no G Cloud 2 anytime soon
Logitech's new gaming head confirms the company is not working on a sequel to the G Cloud handheld due to poor sales and stalling cloud gaming infrastructure, though the firm remains in talks with major partners.
The Verge · 28 Jul, 15:37
Study: Hugging Face hosts tools for generating non-consensual deepfakes
European non-profit AI Forensics finds that Hugging Face lacks safeguards against non-consensual intimate imagery, with tests showing most popular image editing models comply with 'nudify' requests.
Engadget · 28 Jul, 14:38
Russians increasingly seek apartments in Armenia; rental prices rise
Demand for apartments in Armenia from Russian citizens has surged, particularly in Yerevan, where rental prices have increased by about 30% in the last three months.
ERR (rus) · 28 Jul, 14:38
Cheaper OCTA? Only for those who truly deserve it
Latvian drivers could get cheaper compulsory motor insurance if insurers considered not only accidents but also daily driving habits like speeding and aggressive driving. Currently, the system is unfair because careful drivers pay along with reckless ones, as insurers lack data on minor violations.
Dienas Bizness · 28 Jul, 14:37
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Civinity completes acquisition of Croatian elevator company Metus
Civinity Group has acquired Croatian elevator manufacturer and service provider Metus for €2.44 million, gaining full ownership of the company.
Dienas Bizness · 28 Jul, 13:37
Sofia-based Tiger Technology raises €8.7 million to advance hybrid cloud data infrastructure
The Bulgarian file data services company secured €8.7 million in Series A funding to accelerate global expansion and enhance its always-on data platform.
EU-Startups · 28 Jul, 12:38
Dyson V16 Piston Animal Submarine Review: Powerful but Pricey
The Dyson V16 Piston Animal is the brand's most powerful stick vacuum, but its high price and not consistently superior performance make its value questionable. The Submarine wet cleaning option stands out, but comes at a significant additional cost.
Wired · 28 Jul, 12:37
Estonian State Chancellery Announces €5 Million Tender for AI Training Under Eesti.ai Initiative
The Estonian government launched the Eesti.ai initiative in January to boost the economy through artificial intelligence; now the State Chancellery has announced a tender worth €5 million to train at least 100,000 working-age residents in 2026–2027.
ERR (rus) · 28 Jul, 11:42
Qatar launches exchange to expand its role in global diamond trade
Qatar has launched the Qatar Diamond Exchange (QDE) in the Ras Bufontas Free Zone to facilitate diamond trading and diversify its economy.
Euronews Business · 28 Jul, 11:41
From prototype to production in 3 days: How LS Manufacturing supports European hardware startups in their fast-paced development
LS Manufacturing offers a digital manufacturing process that enables hardware startups to go from CAD drawing to production-grade prototype in 72 hours, addressing the slow traditional manufacturing cycles.
EU-Startups · 28 Jul, 11:41
After 50 Years, Lada Niva Finally Gets an Airbag
The iconic Russian off-roader Lada Niva has undergone a major upgrade, including a driver airbag, a new engine, and over 350 new parts.
iAuto.lv · 28 Jul, 10:37
iPhone 17 Pro prices: Europe pays significantly more than the US
A Deutsche Bank study reveals that iPhone 17 Pro prices in Europe are notably higher than in the US, with Turkey costing more than double the American price.
Euronews Business · 28 Jul, 09:38
Zurich-based ZuriQ raises €22.4 million to scale its 2D trapped-ion quantum processors
ZuriQ, a quantum computing startup spun out from ETH Zurich, has raised €22.4 million in seed funding to scale its native two-dimensional trapped-ion quantum processors, aiming to break through scaling limits of conventional architectures.
EU-Startups · 28 Jul, 09:38
Planning Car Maintenance Expenses: Tips for Budgeting
To avoid financial surprises from car ownership, it's essential to plan regular expenses, build an emergency fund for repairs, and perform timely maintenance. A thoughtful financial approach helps maintain budget control and ensures safe vehicle operation.
iAuto.lv · 28 Jul, 09:38
Cheap Property Can Become an Expensive Project – What to Know Before Buying a Renovation Home
With rising housing prices and construction costs, more buyers are interested in properties needing renovation. Citadele bank's observations show this trend is especially pronounced when home buying becomes less affordable.
Dienas Bizness · 28 Jul, 09:37
Hugging Face Has a Widespread Nonconsensual Deepfake Nudes Problem
A new report reveals that the popular open-source AI platform Hugging Face is extensively used to generate nonconsensual intimate images, despite the company's policies.
Wired · 28 Jul, 08:37
Global Stocks Mostly Rise, Oil Prices Fall as US and Iran Hold Fire
Stock prices in world markets mostly increased on Monday, while oil prices declined, as the United States and Iran refrained from strikes for several days in the Middle East conflict.
Dienas Bizness · 28 Jul, 08:37
Study: Vocational Education in Demand but Prestige Lags Behind in Latvia
A new study reveals a gap between the importance of vocational education for Latvia's economy and its social prestige – the public acknowledges its necessity but often views it as a backup option.
Dienas Bizness · 28 Jul, 07:38
Cursor Makes Its Biggest India Push Yet Ahead of SpaceX Acquisition with Localized Pricing
AI coding startup Cursor, set to be acquired by SpaceX, has launched an India-specific subscription for about $7 per month, betting on one of the world's largest developer markets for its next growth phase.
TechCrunch · 28 Jul, 07:38
Cursor launches India-specific subscription ahead of SpaceX acquisition
AI coding startup Cursor, which is set to be acquired by SpaceX, has launched its first country-specific subscription in India — Cursor Start at about $7 per month.
TechCrunch AI · 28 Jul, 07:38
Google and Reddit Lose Court Battle Against Web Scraper; SerpApi Claims Partial Victory
A court dismissed Google's DMCA lawsuit against SerpApi, ruling that Google failed to show copyright ownership over search results. SerpApi defends open web access as Google plans to amend its complaint.
Ars Technica · 28 Jul, 06:38
Apple reclaims title of world's most valuable company from Nvidia
Apple's market cap rose to approximately $4.94 trillion, surpassing Nvidia's $4.83 trillion, as investors view its conservative spending as a strength amid rivals' heavy AI investments.
Dienas Bizness · 28 Jul, 06:37
Is your iPhone stuck in SOS mode? Here's how to fix it
Seeing the SOS icon on your iPhone doesn't mean the device is useless; you can still contact emergency services. Here are steps to restore normal cellular connectivity.
Engadget · 28 Jul, 05:39
Kazakhstan's oil output more than halves after Ukrainian strikes shut down its main export route
Kazakhstan's daily oil production dropped by more than half after the Caspian Pipeline Consortium export terminal suspended operations due to Ukrainian attacks on the port of Novorossiysk.
Meduza · 28 Jul, 05:38
Antares secures $470M for small nuclear reactors bound for US military bases
Nuclear startup Antares has raised $470 million to develop small modular reactors for US military installations, driven by surging electricity demand from data centers and AI.
TechCrunch · 28 Jul, 05:38
Missing Underscore Lands Innocent Man in Prison for 18 Months
A one-character mistake in a Skyrim-themed username led Canadian police to arrest and convict the wrong person, who served 18 months before the error was discovered.
Ars Technica · 28 Jul, 05:38
How to assess creditworthiness in 5 minutes? Inbank specialist explains the process
Inbank Credit Sales Manager Ingūna Krieva explains how rapid digital assessment allows a credit decision to be made in just minutes while still conducting a thorough solvency analysis.
TVNET · 28 Jul, 05:38
China's Best-Selling Car Arrives in Europe, But Costs Significantly More
The Geely E2, China's best-selling car of 2025, is now available in several European markets, where its price is at least double that in China.
iAuto.lv · 28 Jul, 05:37
Threads users can now chat with Meta AI in their DMs
Meta has integrated its AI assistant into Threads' direct messages, allowing private conversations. The feature is also available on Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
TechCrunch AI · 28 Jul, 04:38