Business & Technology
The AI Hiring Mistake That Could Quietly Kill Your Startup’s Momentum
Many startups are falling into the trap of hiring for AI fluency rather than actual AI skills, leading to hires who can talk but not deliver.
EU-Startups · 23 Jun, 13:20
Estonian Startup 'Frankenburg Technologies' Opens Anti-Drone Missile Factory in Riga
Estonian startup 'Frankenburg Technologies' has opened its first manufacturing plant in the Baltic region in Riga, producing 'Mark I' and 'Mark II' anti-drone missiles.
LSM · 23 Jun, 13:20
SpaceX loses $600 billion in three days as it issues first-ever bonds
SpaceX shares dropped 16% on Monday, erasing over $600 billion in market value in three days. The company also launched its first bond offering of about $20 billion to repay a bridge loan from its merger with xAI.
Euronews Business · 23 Jun, 12:22
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EU to Ban 'Undressing Apps' and Other Harmful AI Systems
The European Parliament has approved amendments to the AI Act that prohibit apps generating intimate images without consent and impose stricter requirements on high-risk AI systems.
Apollo.lv · 23 Jun, 12:21
Prime Day 2026: Best Vacuum Deals from Shark, Dyson, Bissell
Prime Day 2026 features discounts on a wide range of vacuums, including Shark PowerDetect, Dyson Gen5Detect, and Bissell PowerClean FurFinder. Prices start at $74.
Wired · 23 Jun, 12:21
China Recovers World's Fastest Supercomputer Title, Beating US
A supercomputer based in Shenzhen has been declared the world's fastest, using only standard microprocessors and no specialized graphics processing units. This is the first time since 2017 that China has reclaimed leadership.
The New York Times · 23 Jun, 12:21
OpenAI Launches 'Patch the Planet' Initiative to Protect Open-Source Projects
OpenAI, in partnership with Trail of Bits, has introduced the 'Patch the Planet' initiative to help open-source project maintainers more efficiently address security vulnerabilities.
Engadget · 23 Jun, 12:20
Best Prime Day Tech Deals 2026: Phones, Watches, and More
WIRED's team has curated the top Amazon Prime Day tech deals, including the Apple AirPods Pro 3, Google Pixel 10 smartphone, and LG C5 OLED TV, all tested and recommended.
Wired · 23 Jun, 11:20
French observability startup Tsuga lands €30 million to expand AI agent platform
Paris-based AI-native observability startup Tsuga has raised €30 million in Series A funding to scale its AI agent platform and accelerate go-to-market efforts.
EU-Startups · 23 Jun, 11:20
Amflow TL e-bike is a versatile 'eSUV' for both trails and daycare runs
Amflow, the e-bike brand spun out of DJI, has announced its TL series — a do-it-all electric utility bike with a powerful mid-drive motor, high battery capacity, and a rear rack that can carry up to 27 kg, making it suitable for bikepacking or commuting with a child seat.
The Verge · 23 Jun, 10:21
Whole-Home Battery Slashes Electricity Bill by Half
A Kansas City resident cut his power costs significantly using an Anker Solix E10 home battery and a time-of-use rate plan, despite living in an old, energy-hungry house.
Wired · 23 Jun, 10:20
Emergency services urge safety during Midsummer: no drunk driving, watch children and fire
The State Fire and Rescue Service, State Police, and Emergency Medical Service urge Midsummer celebrants to follow safety rules – not to drive under influence, handle fire carefully, and supervise children near water.
iAuto.lv · 23 Jun, 10:20
How China's currency worsens the EU's trade deficit – and what Brussels can do
The EU faces a record trade deficit with China, exacerbated by the undervaluation of the yuan. EU leaders are considering dialogue and monitoring export prices to address the issue.
Euronews Business · 23 Jun, 09:21
Sony Offers Up to 45% Off: TVs, Headphones, Cameras, and Gaming Gear
Sony has launched promotions with discounts up to 45% on Bravia TVs, 30% on wireless headphones and earbuds, 15% on cameras and lenses, and up to $100 off gaming equipment.
Wired · 23 Jun, 08:21
Amazon tests Alexa+ in India with Hindi support
Amazon is inviting users in India to test a Hindi-language version of its new conversational AI assistant Alexa+, launching a beta program.
TechCrunch AI · 23 Jun, 06:21
Lagarde: Capital markets union imperative to build euro as global reserve
ECB President Christine Lagarde warns the euro won't become a global reserve currency 'overnight' and urges completion of the capital markets union to strengthen the euro's global role.
Euronews Business · 23 Jun, 05:22
Valve Unveils Steam Machine Pricing and Reservation System
Valve has officially announced the Steam Machine prices starting at $1,049 for the 512GB model without a controller, and introduced a lottery system for the first batch to combat scalpers.
Engadget · 23 Jun, 05:22
Tech Giants Continue Layoffs, Citing Artificial Intelligence
Oracle disclosed it cut 21,000 jobs over the past year, citing AI adoption. Many tech companies report record revenues while simultaneously reducing their workforce, with AI as a common reason.
TechCrunch AI · 23 Jun, 05:21
AI-Driven Layoffs Hit Thousands Across Tech Industry in 2026
A wave of layoffs has swept through major technology companies in 2026, with many explicitly citing the adoption of artificial intelligence as a key reason for workforce reductions, despite record revenues.
TechCrunch · 23 Jun, 05:21
Five Eyes intelligence agencies warn: destructive AI could emerge in months, not years
The intelligence and cybersecurity agencies of Australia, the US, UK, New Zealand, and Canada issued a rare joint statement warning that powerful artificial intelligence models capable of devastating cyberattacks against governments and businesses could appear within months.
Ukrainska Pravda · 23 Jun, 05:20
Apple Watch SE 3 Drops to $199 for Prime Day
The Apple Watch SE 3, hailed as a major upgrade, is now available at its lowest price ever—$199—during Prime Day.
The Verge · 23 Jun, 04:21
Man Used Massage Gun on His Tired Eyes, Resulting in Retinal Damage
A man applied a massage gun directly to his eyes weekly for three months to relieve eye fatigue, causing retinal dialysis and tears. Laser treatment saved his vision.
Ars Technica · 23 Jun, 04:20
Shareholders Sue Uber's Board Over Sexual Assaults and Other Incidents
A lawsuit led by a Detroit pension fund accuses Uber's management and board of prioritizing profits over compliance and safety, exposing the company and shareholders to risk.
TechCrunch · 23 Jun, 04:20
Ray-Ban Meta Optics review: A better fit comes with a higher price
Meta and EssilorLuxottica have upgraded the Ray-Ban smart glasses to better suit prescription lens wearers, offering improved comfort and battery life. However, the high cost and ongoing privacy concerns may give buyers pause.
Engadget · 23 Jun, 03:22
NASA’s Kennedy Space Center infrastructure strained by super-heavy rockets, report warns
A new NASA Inspector General report warns that aging infrastructure at Kennedy Space Center cannot keep up with the planned high launch cadence of SpaceX’s Starship and Blue Origin’s New Glenn, citing insufficient nitrogen supply, limited pads, and budget cuts.
Ars Technica · 23 Jun, 03:21
Nvidia claims near-zero water usage in AI data centers with hotter liquid cooling
Nvidia says its Rubin-generation reference design for fully liquid-cooled data centers can cut water consumption to near zero by running servers hotter and capturing heat at the chip.
The Verge · 23 Jun, 03:20
OpenAI launches initiative to find and fix open-source bugs
OpenAI announced 'Patch the Planet,' a new project partnering with security firm Trail of Bits to help open-source maintainers secure their projects.
TechCrunch · 23 Jun, 03:20
Meta Exposed Data Internally From Its Controversial Employee-Tracking Program
An internal security notice reveals that Meta's employee laptop monitoring program, designed to train AI, inadvertently made sensitive data accessible to all employees, leading to an indefinite pause of the initiative.
Wired · 23 Jun, 02:21
GM installs robots at flagship EV plant after laying off 1,300 workers
General Motors has installed 50 robotic arms at its Factory Zero electric vehicle plant in Detroit, Michigan, while over 1,000 workers remain indefinitely laid off from temporary layoffs announced in March. The United Auto Workers union has criticized the move, arguing that the company could recall workers instead of investing in automation.
Ars Technica · 23 Jun, 02:21
Tesla pushes back on Autopilot narrative after fatal Texas crash
Tesla disputes claims that Autopilot caused a fatal crash in Texas, stating the driver manually pressed the accelerator pedal fully before the impact.
TechCrunch · 23 Jun, 02:21
Meta pauses employee tracking program after sensitive data leak
Meta has suspended its employee keystroke and mouse tracking AI training program after it inadvertently exposed sensitive data, including private conversations and performance records, to the entire company.
Engadget · 23 Jun, 02:21
Met Police to Expand Live Facial Recognition into Central London by Christmas
The Metropolitan Police will deploy fixed live facial recognition cameras in London's West End and Soho by Christmas, with six more areas planned for 2027. Critics say this forces tens of thousands into a 'digital police lineup'.
The Guardian World · 23 Jun, 02:20
Nvidia's Warm-Water Cooling Cuts Data Center Water Use, but AI's Water Problem Remains
Nvidia has announced a warm-water cooling system that significantly reduces water consumption inside data centers, but it does not address the larger water footprint from electricity generation and chip manufacturing, which can double or triple total water use.
TechCrunch AI · 23 Jun, 01:21
AMD reinstates memory encryption in consumer CPUs after user backlash
AMD will restore TSME (Transparent Secure Memory Encryption) support on its Ryzen consumer processors following widespread criticism over the feature's silent removal. The company plans to release a BIOS update in July.
Ars Technica · 23 Jun, 01:21
Microsoft and Chevron Plan One of the Largest Gas-Powered Data Center Projects in the US
Microsoft and Chevron have announced a 2.67 GW natural gas power plant in West Texas to provide dedicated electricity to a Microsoft AI and cloud data center under a 20-year power purchase agreement.
TechCrunch · 23 Jun, 01:21
Mysterious Repeating Radio Signals from Space Traced to White Dwarf Binary System
An international research team using the ASKAP radio telescope has identified the source of mysterious repeating radio signals: a white dwarf accreting material from a red dwarf companion. This marks the first time such signals have been precisely pinpointed.
Wired · 23 Jun, 01:20