Business & Technology
New eSignature Solution for eID Card Holders: Technical Changes, No Action Required Yet
About 346,000 eID card holders will gain access to a new remote eSignature solution by the end of the year. LVRTC emphasizes residents do not need to take any action at this time.
LSM (rus) · 30 Jun, 08:36
Sadales tīkls starts overhead line inspection season with drones and helicopters from July
AS Sadales tīkls will begin its regular overhead power line inspection season from July, using drones and helicopters.
Dienas Bizness · 30 Jun, 08:36
New report complicates the AI jobs debate
While fears of AI-related job losses mount, a new study shows that companies investing heavily in artificial intelligence are actually growing their workforce, including entry-level roles.
TechCrunch AI · 30 Jun, 07:38
Report: AI-spending companies hire more, even for entry-level jobs
A new report from Ramp and Revelio Labs shows that companies investing heavily in artificial intelligence are experiencing faster headcount growth, including in entry-level roles. However, the findings are concentrated in tech-forward firms and may not apply universally.
TechCrunch · 30 Jun, 07:38
Uzbekistan's $5 billion AI export plan gains momentum
Uzbekistan aims to export at least $5 billion in IT and AI services by 2030, building on rapid growth from under $1 million in 2017 to nearly $1 billion by 2026, with a focus on talent, data centers, and AI literacy.
Euronews Business · 30 Jun, 07:37
South Korean tech giants commit over $550 billion to ease ‘RAMageddon’
South Korean semiconductor and tech companies, including Samsung and SK Hynix, have announced over $900 billion in investments to expand memory chip production and AI data centers, responding to a global memory chip shortage driven by AI growth.
TechCrunch AI · 30 Jun, 06:38
Google warns EU’s plans to weaken its monopoly could expose user data
The European Commission is set to announce new regulations for Google, requiring search data sharing and opening up Android AI. Google argues this poses serious privacy and security risks.
Ars Technica · 30 Jun, 06:38
Barcelona's costly gamble: a ban built on a bluff
Barcelona's mayor plans to ban all legal short-term rentals by 2028, but the city's own studies and international experience show the move will not solve the housing crisis and may harm tourism and the economy.
Politico Europe · 30 Jun, 06:38
Cybersecurity Becomes a Management Responsibility, Not Just an IT Issue
Modern cyberattack consequences require management decisions, not just technical fixes. In Latvia, cyber incidents are rising sharply, pushing companies to adapt.
Žurnāls Ir · 30 Jun, 06:37
Latvian banks earn €151.9 million in first five months
Latvian monetary financial institutions posted a profit of €151.9 million in the first five months of this year, according to the latest data.
Dienas Bizness · 30 Jun, 06:36
Ozone damage could have been detected decades earlier
A new study simulates that ozone depletion could have been detected as early as 1957 if modern satellite monitoring had existed then, suggesting earlier intervention might have been possible.
Ars Technica · 30 Jun, 05:37
EU Tech Developments: Irish Presidency, Europol Powers, Smart Glasses Regulation, Digital Embassies
The EU executive is seeking to enhance Europol with cloud infrastructure and data probing powers. Ireland's upcoming EU presidency will focus on tech regulation. Lawmakers are concerned about surveillance risks from smart glasses, and governments are increasingly storing data abroad due to security threats.
Politico Europe · 30 Jun, 05:37
Vibe coding platform Base44 launches its own AI model
Base44, the vibe coding platform acquired by Wix for $80 million a year ago, has started rolling out its own large language model Base1 to improve defensibility and reduce costs.
TechCrunch AI · 30 Jun, 05:36
MacBook Ultra rumors: Apple’s first touchscreen laptop may arrive in 2026
According to multiple leaks, Apple is preparing a flagship laptop with an OLED touchscreen, rumored to be called MacBook Ultra. It could launch in the second half of 2026, powered by M5 Pro or M5 Ultra chips, and feature a redesigned chassis with a Dynamic Island cutout.
Engadget · 30 Jun, 04:38
Waymo and Uber quietly end partnership in Phoenix
Waymo robotaxis are no longer available on Uber's app in Phoenix, Arizona, ending a nearly three-year partnership. Both companies confirmed the end, with Uber planning a new autonomous vehicle partnership and Waymo integrating the vehicles into its own fleet.
TechCrunch · 30 Jun, 04:38
Sony to Remove Purchased Movies from UK PlayStation Libraries Due to Licensing Expiry
Sony has informed UK PlayStation users that over 500 previously purchased movies and shows will be removed from their libraries by September 1 due to lapsed licensing agreements with StudioCanal. The move highlights the fragility of digital ownership.
Ars Technica · 30 Jun, 04:37
US Supreme Court restricts use of geofence warrants
In a 6-3 ruling, the US Supreme Court limited law enforcement's use of geofence warrants, stating that individuals have a reasonable expectation of privacy in their cell-phone location data, thus strengthening Fourth Amendment protections.
Engadget · 30 Jun, 03:38
OpenAI teases custom macro pad for Codex, launching July 15 in partnership with Work Louder
OpenAI posted a video showing a square-shaped device with multiple buttons, hinting at a macro pad for its AI coding tool Codex, launching July 15 in collaboration with peripheral maker Work Louder.
The Verge · 30 Jun, 03:38
Supreme Court Ruling Limits Government Use of Geofence Warrants
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that police need a warrant to obtain cell phone location data from third-party tech companies, even for short periods, reaffirming privacy expectations.
Ars Technica · 30 Jun, 03:37
Used EVs to avoid: Dacia Spring as a prime example
Auto journalists compiled a list of ten used electric car models to steer clear of. The first is Dacia Spring, criticized for its low battery capacity, slow charging, and poor safety rating.
Delfi · 30 Jun, 03:37
Tidal won’t pay royalties on AI-generated music but isn’t banning it outright
Music streaming service Tidal has announced new policies for AI-generated music: tracks identified as fully AI-made will be labeled, and starting today they are no longer eligible for royalties.
The Verge · 30 Jun, 02:37
US offers $10 million for info on group behind Signal and WhatsApp hacking spree
Federal authorities are offering a reward of up to $10 million for information leading to the identification or location of a Russian state cyber group that has compromised thousands of Signal and WhatsApp accounts belonging to investigative reporters and US government employees.
Ars Technica · 30 Jun, 02:37
Sensitive iPhone supplier details exposed in Tata Electronics data leak
A data breach at Tata Electronics exposed over 630GB of data, including sensitive details about Apple's iPhone 18 Pro components and suppliers. Apple stated it is investigating and working on long-term security measures with Tata.
Engadget · 30 Jun, 02:36
DCU Already Slowing Down After Promising Start: Supergirl Flop Raises Doubts
Warner Bros. Discovery's second DCU film, “Supergirl,” is a box office disaster projected to lose $100–120 million, with poor critical reception that questions James Gunn's grand plan for the interconnected universe.
The Verge · 30 Jun, 01:38
South Korea to Invest $1 Trillion in Memory Chip Production and Humanoid Robots
South Korea's government and top tech companies commit $1 trillion to megaprojects aimed at boosting memory chip output, building AI data centers, and commercializing humanoid robots by 2028.
Ars Technica · 30 Jun, 01:37
Meta Contractors Posed as Teens to Test Rival Chatbots with Harmful Prompts
Hundreds of Meta contractors were instructed to impersonate minors and provoke competitor chatbots with prompts about suicide, sex, drugs, and other high-risk topics, according to internal documents and sources.
Wired · 30 Jun, 01:37
OpenClaw Releases Apps for iOS and Android Devices
The OpenClaw Foundation has released official apps for iOS and Android, allowing users to chat with an AI agent and grant it access to device features.
Engadget · 30 Jun, 01:36
US Renewable Boom Passes Key Milestone in April as Solar Surpasses Coal Overall
In April 2026, total solar electricity production in the US exceeded coal for the first time, but grid-only data shows solar still behind at 9.4% versus coal's 12%, due to behind-the-meter rooftop solar.
Ars Technica · 30 Jun, 00:37
Uber no longer offers Waymo rides in Phoenix
Uber and Waymo have ended their nearly three-year partnership in Phoenix, with Waymo continuing autonomous rides through its own app while Uber focuses on developing its own robotaxis.
Engadget · 30 Jun, 00:37
Chamath Palihapitiya raises $135M Series A for his AI coding startup, takes CEO role
Notable investor Chamath Palihapitiya announced that his AI coding startup 8090 Labs has closed a $135 million Series A round led by Salesforce Ventures, and that he will assume the role of CEO.
TechCrunch · 30 Jun, 00:37
Wired Tested Over 100 Mattresses: Here Are the Best for 2026
After testing over 100 mattresses, Wired editors selected top performers including the Wolf Memory Foam Hybrid Premium Firm for couples, plus other standout models for various needs.
Wired · 30 Jun, 00:37
T-Mobile Retires Legacy Plans, Forces Customers to New Rate Plans
T-Mobile has started notifying customers it will retire many legacy plans, including some from the 3G and 4G eras, and move subscribers to current plans, with some seeing price increases.
The Verge · 30 Jun, 00:37
Google expands personalized intelligence to Gemini app image creation
Google is rolling out personalized intelligence to the Gemini app for image generation, allowing it to draw on data from other Google services, now available to all eligible users in the US.
Engadget · 29 Jun, 23:37
Gemini's Personalized AI Image Generation Now Free for US Users
Google announced that the Gemini app now offers its personalized image generation feature for free to all eligible US users, a service previously limited to subscribers.
TechCrunch AI · 29 Jun, 23:37
Leaked iPhone 18 Pro Photos and Parts Lists Appear on the Dark Web
Following a data breach at supplier Tata Electronics, images and component lists of the iPhone 18 Pro have surfaced on the dark web. Apple expressed concern over the document leak.
The Verge · 29 Jun, 23:37
Kobo eReader Integrates with StoryGraph to Challenge Amazon's Goodreads Dominance
Kobo has become the first eReader to integrate with book tracking platform StoryGraph, automatically syncing reading progress and offering a new rival to Amazon's Goodreads.
TechCrunch · 29 Jun, 22:38