Business & Technology
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026: New foldables and wearables expected
Samsung's July Galaxy Unpacked event in London is expected to unveil new foldable phones including the Galaxy Z Fold 8 with a wider design, along with potential new smartwatches.
The Verge · 22 Jul, 15:36
Zurich-based Immitra Bio secures €2.58 million for in-vivo gene editing platform
Immitra Bio, a Zurich-based genetic medicine startup, has raised €2.58 million in pre-seed funding to advance its scalable in-vivo gene editing platform for inherited diseases.
EU-Startups · 22 Jul, 14:37
US utility companies pledge to protect consumers from AI energy costs
Nearly 200 US utility and data center companies have signed President Trump's "rate payer protection pledge" to ensure AI infrastructure costs are not passed on to consumers.
The Verge · 22 Jul, 13:37
Rietumu Bank Awards Mentoring Prize to MedTech Company PrintyMed
Rietumu Bank has awarded a special mentoring program to Latvian biotech company PrintyMed to support its growth in medical technology.
Jauns.lv · 22 Jul, 13:37
EU ready to accept new US tariffs if they stay within 15% cap
The European Commission says the EU is prepared to accept new US tariffs related to forced labour, provided they do not exceed the 15% ceiling agreed under the Turnberry agreement. The current US tariff regime expires on Friday, 24 July, and new duties could be imposed at any moment.
Euronews Business · 22 Jul, 13:37
Updated Mercedes-Maybach GLS 680: More Power and Luxury
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the updated Mercedes-Maybach GLS 680 with a more powerful engine, refreshed design, and upgraded interior. Ordering will begin in late July 2026.
iAuto.lv · 22 Jul, 13:36
Kulbergs urges no political interference in Luminor sale, Rinkēvičs highlights security risks
Prime Minister Kulbergs believes politicians should stay out of the potential sale of Luminor bank to Hungary's OTP Bank, while President Rinkēvičs calls for assessing security concerns raised by the State Security Service.
LSM · 22 Jul, 13:36
Alcohol production in Latvia drops 40.6% in first five months
Latvia's alcoholic beverage production (excluding beer) decreased by 40.6% in the first five months of 2026 compared to the same period last year, according to fresh data.
Dienas Bizness · 22 Jul, 12:36
Brenus Pharma raises €11 million Series A extension to advance immunotherapy for hard-to-treat solid tumors
French biotech startup Brenus Pharma has secured an €11 million Series A extension to accelerate the development of immunotherapy against hard-to-treat solid tumors.
EU-Startups · 22 Jul, 12:36
Flipper Busy Bar Review: An Expensive Focus Tool That Only Works for Some
The $250 Flipper Busy Bar is a focus aid with a Pomodoro timer and an ON AIR mode, but in an open office it often gets ignored.
Wired · 22 Jul, 12:36
‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Season Four Takes Big Risks
The new season features a puppet episode with Jim Henson Studios, graphic horror scenes, and frequent appearances by Paul Wesley’s Kirk.
Engadget · 22 Jul, 11:36
Russia sets fuel delivery priority order – gas stations rank last
The Russian government has recommended fuel delivery priorities, placing state and municipal needs first and gas stations at the bottom of the list.
Meduza · 22 Jul, 10:38
Audi A2 e-tron: Starting at €38,200, range up to 649 km
Audi will launch the compact A2 e-tron electric car this autumn, becoming the brand's most affordable EV. Starting price €38,200, WLTP range up to 649 km.
iAuto.lv · 22 Jul, 10:38
Bank of Lithuania: OTP's Russia operations raise justified questions in Luminor takeover review
Lithuania's central bank said on Tuesday that Hungarian lender OTP Bank's continued operations in Russia raise 'justified questions' as regulators begin reviewing its proposed acquisition of Baltic banking group Luminor.
LRT English · 22 Jul, 10:37
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Tele2 blocks record number of digital threats in June
Tele2 Latvia prevented a record number of cyber threats in June, mainly phishing and fake online stores. In the first half of the year, the operator blocked approximately 180 million threats – three times more than in the same period last year.
Dienas Bizness · 22 Jul, 10:37
No one wants to be the boss: Why is Gen Z turning down promotions?
Only about 6% of Gen Z aspire to senior management roles, prioritizing work-life balance over greater responsibility, posing challenges for businesses, especially in Europe.
Euronews Business · 22 Jul, 09:37
Border region farmers criticize Altum's interest-free loan program
Since the end of May, Altum has offered interest-free loans to entrepreneurs in border areas, but farmers fear this will reduce their de minimis aid limit, hindering participation in other programs.
LSM (rus) · 22 Jul, 09:36
New study reveals magma rivers once flowed beneath Mars' crust, boosting life prospects
Oxford University researchers, using NASA InSight data, have discovered that vast rivers of magma once flowed beneath Mars' surface, challenging previous assumptions and increasing the likelihood that the planet could have supported life.
The Guardian Science · 22 Jul, 08:37
Pakistani Business Owners Impatient for Trade with Iran
Business owners in Pakistan are growing impatient for a chance to finally trade goods and oil along their long shared border with Iran.
The New York Times · 22 Jul, 08:37
International Space Station Nears End of Operations Due to Aging
The International Space Station, a long-standing symbol of human presence in space, is gradually approaching the end of its operations primarily due to aging, with maintenance now occupying more time than scientific research.
LSM · 22 Jul, 07:36
Global Stock Markets Climb Despite Rising Oil Prices After Iran Attack
Stock prices rose on Tuesday, driven by technology shares, even as oil prices increased following Iran's attack on US radar and air defense systems in Gulf states.
Dienas Bizness · 22 Jul, 07:36
PlayStation Plus says goodbye to nine games in August 2026
PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers have until August 18 to play nine titles leaving the catalog, including Dead Island 2, Harold Halibut, and Unicorn Overlord.
Engadget · 22 Jul, 06:37
Trump announces 100% tariffs on imported generic pharmaceutical drugs
US President Donald Trump announced that generic drugs imported into the US will have a 0% tariff for two years starting August 1, then 100% for one year, and 200% thereafter.
France 24 · 22 Jul, 06:37
Anthropic-Physical Intelligence Acquisition Rumors Swirl After Denial
Rumors that Anthropic is acquiring robotics startup Physical Intelligence spread rapidly over the weekend, despite a denial from Physical Intelligence's CEO. The two companies reportedly held talks this spring.
TechCrunch · 22 Jul, 06:36
Anthropic-Physical Intelligence Acquisition Rumor Stirs AI Community
A weekend rumor about Anthropic acquiring robotics startup Physical Intelligence spread rapidly, despite a denial from Physical Intelligence's CEO. The companies reportedly held acquisition talks this spring, and OpenAI's investor role may complicate any deal.
TechCrunch AI · 22 Jul, 06:36
Sila raises $300M to expand battery materials factory, bucking EV slowdown
Battery materials startup Sila has raised $300 million to expand its Washington state factory to produce enough anode material for over 100,000 EVs, despite a slowdown in U.S. EV demand. Global EV sales are up 27% year-over-year.
TechCrunch · 22 Jul, 05:37
Confusion Swirls on Source of Diarrhea Outbreak, but It's Still Taylor Farms
Federal officials reaffirmed that Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce is the likely source of a Cyclospora outbreak causing thousands of cases, despite a false positive FDA test. The recall remains vague, and a delayed traceability rule has drawn political scrutiny.
Ars Technica · 22 Jul, 05:37
Former Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger Bets on Light to Revive Moore's Law
Former Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger has joined venture capital firm Playground Capital, focusing on semiconductor startups that use advanced lithography techniques to overcome physical limits and reaccelerate Moore's Law. He also advocates for energy innovation and AI regulation.
Wired · 22 Jul, 04:38
Apple reportedly fixes iCloud+ Hide My Email vulnerability
Apple has patched a vulnerability in iCloud+’s Hide My Email feature that could reveal users' real email addresses. The bug existed for at least a year, and Apple now faces a proposed class-action lawsuit.
Engadget · 22 Jul, 04:38
Trump Announces Tariffs on Generic Drugs Starting in August 2028
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose tariffs on generic drugs beginning in August 2028. The tariffs would start at 100% and rise to 200% after one year.
Politico Europe · 22 Jul, 04:38
Sony releases one last trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Sony has dropped the final trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day, showcasing flashbacks from the previous trilogy and introducing new characters and threats.
Ars Technica · 22 Jul, 04:38
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked July 2026: How to watch and what to expect
Samsung's next Galaxy Unpacked event is scheduled for July 22 in London, featuring new foldable phones, smartwatches, and possibly AI-powered smart glasses.
The Verge · 22 Jul, 04:37
Volkswagen Introduces Golf Hybrid and T-Roc Hybrid: Non-Plug-In Hybrids with Low Fuel Consumption
Volkswagen expands its lineup with two full hybrid models, the Golf Hybrid and T-Roc Hybrid, which do not require plugging in. They feature a 1.5-liter gasoline engine and a 1.6 kWh battery, achieving fuel consumption between 4.6 and 5.6 L/100 km.
iAuto.lv · 22 Jul, 04:36
Dimension Capital raises $800M third fund, signaling boom at the intersection of science and compute
The New York-based venture firm Dimension Capital has announced its third fund of $800 million, a 60% increase from its previous one. The fund focuses on deep tech at the crossroads of science and computing, with investments including Chai Discovery and New Limit.
TechCrunch · 22 Jul, 04:36
Canada weighing 'all options' after US threatens new tariffs
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said the country is considering 'all options' after US President Donald Trump threatened to impose 50% tariffs on a wide range of Canadian goods within 30 days.
France 24 · 22 Jul, 03:37
Fugitive on the Run for 20 Years Captured While Posing as Biotech Executive
A man wanted for two decades, who had been living under false identities and working as a biotech executive, was arrested in New York while sailing on the East River.
Ars Technica · 22 Jul, 03:36