Business & Technology
Amazon Prime Day Offers Robot Mower Deals with Up to $800 Off
Amazon Prime Day features discounts on several robot mowers, including TerraMow, Mammotion, Mova, Segway, and Mowrator models.
Wired · 25 Jun, 18:37
New K Senukai store opens in Ogre with nearly €2 million investment
The Baltic home improvement and household goods retailer Kesko Senukai has opened a new store in Ogre, investing almost two million euros.
LSM · 25 Jun, 18:36
Kobo Libra Colour Prime Day Deal: A Color E-Reader with Extra Features
The Kobo Libra Colour, a color e-reader with a 7-inch screen and page-turn buttons, is discounted during Prime Day, offering an alternative to Amazon Kindle devices.
Wired · 25 Jun, 17:37
Almetra raises €16 million Series A for manufacturing intelligence platform, partners with Bosch and Siemens Energy
Berlin-based manufacturing intelligence company Almetra (formerly Deltia) has secured a €16 million Series A round led by Blisce. The funds will accelerate product development, US expansion, and the transformation of its platform into a comprehensive intelligence and automation layer for the shopfloor.
EU-Startups · 25 Jun, 17:36
Can your smartwatch detect sleep apnea?
Some smartwatches, like Apple Watch and Samsung Galaxy Watch, can screen for potential signs of sleep apnea, but only a doctor can diagnose the condition. The article explains which devices and features are available.
Engadget · 25 Jun, 16:36
Adobe acquires image and video enhancement tool maker Topaz Labs
Adobe has announced the acquisition of Topaz Labs, a developer of AI models for image and video enhancement, planning to integrate its technology into Creative Cloud and Firefly.
TechCrunch · 25 Jun, 16:36
Expert: Tools Available to Verify AI-Generated Content
Technology expert Aneta Gūtmane emphasizes that the focus is shifting from simply detecting AI presence to verifying content origin, and tools exist to assist in this process.
LSM · 25 Jun, 16:36
Irish startup HR Duo secures €1.6 million for growth
HR Duo, an Irish provider of an employer operating layer for frontline-heavy businesses, has raised €1.6 million to expand its UK sales team and strengthen its SaaS infrastructure.
EU-Startups · 25 Jun, 16:36
New Products and Markets as Basis for Boosting Competitiveness
A company plans to increase turnover by 15% in 2026, driven by new products, export markets, and productivity investments, with a new production facility project promising even faster growth.
Dienas Bizness · 25 Jun, 15:36
Nothing teases Phone 4b, its first B-series budget phone, launching July 7
Nothing has revealed the Phone 4b, an entry-level device that marks the first in its B line of smartphones. The launch is scheduled for July 7 at 6 AM Eastern time.
Engadget · 25 Jun, 14:38
UK to Halve Tariff-Free Steel Imports to Counter Glut of Cheap Chinese Metal
The UK government will reduce tariff-free steel imports by 51% from July 1 and double tariffs on over-quota imports to protect domestic industry from global overcapacity driven by Chinese subsidized metal.
The Guardian World · 25 Jun, 13:37
After Over a Decade of Waiting, 'GTA VI' Is Finally on the Horizon
Rockstar's 'Grand Theft Auto VI' launches November 19 with preorders starting now, aiming to become the highest-grossing entertainment product ever, but faces controversies over pricing, digital-only format, and delays.
Wired · 25 Jun, 13:36
World's first solar e-bike promises to eliminate range anxiety, but experts warn of risks
The new Phosgo Go5 series solar e-bike is marketed as the world's first, but experts point to several issues, including inefficiently placed solar panels and a questionable AI assistant.
The Verge · 25 Jun, 13:36
Vivi imposes €5.7 million penalty on Škoda Vagonka for electric train delivery delays
Latvian passenger train operator Vivi (Pasažieru vilciens) will fine Czech manufacturer Škoda Vagonka €5.7 million for late delivery of electric trains and unresolved defects.
iAuto.lv · 25 Jun, 12:37
LVM Faces Cybersecurity Incident; Several Systems Shut Down
Latvia's state forest manager LVM has experienced a cybersecurity incident, leading to the shutdown of external and internal IT systems for security reasons. The company is cooperating with Cert.lv and other authorities to mitigate the impact.
Dienas Bizness · 25 Jun, 11:36
Pasažieru vilciens imposes fines of €5.7 million on Škoda Vagonka
Latvian rail passenger operator Pasažieru vilciens (Vivi) will impose penalty sanctions of €5.7 million on Czech manufacturer Škoda Vagonka for delays in electric train deliveries and unresolved defects.
LSM (rus) · 25 Jun, 11:36
British Business Bank commits €104 million to support UK venture capital fund managers
The British Business Bank is investing up to €104 million in ten new microfund managers across the UK, aiming to foster a new generation of venture capital leaders.
EU-Startups · 25 Jun, 11:36
PTAC Blocks Furniture E-Store for Serious Consumer Rights Violations
The Consumer Rights Protection Centre (PTAC) has restricted access to online store n1home.lv and the social media accounts of company 'N1HOME' following over 220 complaints regarding undelivered goods and unpaid refunds.
Jauns.lv · 25 Jun, 10:36
Will judges be next to fall to AI? How technology reshapes the job market
The advancement of technology has historically transformed the labor market, sparking fears that machines would take over human jobs, yet new professions have always emerged. Now, artificial intelligence is stirring similar debates, with the role of judges at the center of heated discussions.
LSM (rus) · 25 Jun, 10:36
From Things to Emotions: Why Experience Gifts Are Gaining Popularity in Latvia
Latvia's gifting culture is shifting as more people choose experiences over material items, valuing emotions and lasting memories.
Jauns.lv · 25 Jun, 09:36
OpenAI upgrades ChatGPT's default model – GPT-5.5 Instant gets better at understanding context
OpenAI has updated GPT-5.5 Instant, the default model behind ChatGPT, improving its ability to grasp context and adapt to user clarifications.
Engadget · 25 Jun, 08:38
Fortescue faces class action over sexual harassment at remote mine sites
Female workers have launched a class action lawsuit against Fortescue, alleging systemic sexual harassment, violence, and retaliation at the company's remote iron ore mines in Western Australia.
The Guardian World · 25 Jun, 08:38
Oil Prices Continue to Fall, Dollar Strengthens
On Wednesday, global stock markets lacked a unified trend, while oil prices continued to decline amid growing hopes that shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz would normalize, and the US dollar strengthened.
Dienas Bizness · 25 Jun, 08:36
Amazon Prime Day 2026: Best Air Conditioner Deals According to WIRED Testers
WIRED editors have compiled the best Prime Day deals on portable and window air conditioners that they have personally tested and recommend.
Wired · 25 Jun, 06:38
UK staff at the foundation that runs Wikipedia seeks union recognition
UK-based employees of the Wikimedia Foundation have formally requested voluntary recognition of their union, citing concerns over transparency, trust, and the organization's future direction.
The Verge · 25 Jun, 06:37
Disney agrees to $50M settlement over claims it made live TV streaming expensive
Disney has agreed to a $50 million settlement to resolve a class-action lawsuit alleging that its practices raised the cost of live TV streaming services. The settlement still requires final court approval in January.
Ars Technica · 25 Jun, 06:37
Latvian Farmers Sound Alarm Over Low Local Product Share in Stores; Retailers Cite Production Limits
Only a third of Latvian milk, about half of chicken and cheese, less than half of flour, and just over 50% of onions are locally produced in major retail chains. Producers are concerned, but retailers argue that local output is insufficient and seasonality plays a key role.
LSM · 25 Jun, 06:36
US ends hantavirus outbreak response with no answers on draconian quarantines
The US has closed its response to a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship without any cases among Americans, but leaving unresolved questions about unjustifiably strict quarantine measures.
Ars Technica · 25 Jun, 05:37
“Biotech Barbie” Cathy Tie aims to revolutionize human reproduction with embryo editing
In a podcast, journalist Jenny Kleeman investigates controversial entrepreneur Cathy Tie, who calls herself “Biotech Barbie” and wants to allow parents to edit their embryos using CRISPR technology.
The Guardian Science · 25 Jun, 05:37
AI researchers continue to leave Google for its rivals
Google is experiencing a talent drain as top AI researchers depart for competitors like Anthropic and OpenAI, which are preparing for IPOs.
TechCrunch AI · 25 Jun, 05:37
Audi Updates A3 with New Digital Cockpit and Enhanced Cruise Control
Audi continues to refine the A3, adding a curved glass panel with two displays and an adaptive cruise assist that works up to 210 km/h.
iAuto.lv · 25 Jun, 05:37
Riot now lets you enable its anti-cheat when you want to
Riot Games introduces Vanguard Pre-Check, allowing players to switch the anti-cheat from always-on to on-demand mode, leveraging Windows 11 25H2 security features.
The Verge · 25 Jun, 04:38
NASA Inspector General report justifies program cancellations: $500 million and 13 years for a stage adapter
A new NASA Inspector General memorandum confirms that canceled exploration programs were plagued by cost overruns and delays, with the Dynetics stage adapter projected to cost nearly $500 million and deliver 13 years late.
Ars Technica · 25 Jun, 04:37
Cerebras stock plunges 20% after earnings; CEO says margin outlook misunderstood
Shares of Cerebras Systems fell nearly 20% on Wednesday after the company forecast a lower gross margin for the full year, which CEO Andrew Feldman attributed to a misunderstanding regarding an equipment leasing arrangement.
TechCrunch AI · 25 Jun, 04:37
Elon Musk briefly became world's first trillionaire, but fortune quickly shrunk
After SpaceX's initial public offering, Elon Musk briefly became the world's first trillionaire, but stock price fluctuations have reduced his wealth to several hundred billion dollars.
TechCrunch · 25 Jun, 04:37
Skylight Digital Wall Calendars on Sale for Prime Day
Skylight digital wall calendars, which combine a calendar, to-do lists, and a photo frame, are discounted during Prime Day. The Skylight Calendar 2 and Skylight Calendar Max models are available at reduced prices.
Wired · 25 Jun, 04:37