Business & Technology (40)

Apple refreshes the iMac with new M6 chips

Apple has updated its iMac all-in-one desktop with M6 chips, with prices starting at $1,499 and a design that looks largely unchanged.

The Verge · 27 Oct, 15:08

Planned Ventspils cement plant in line for up to €27.5 million EU Innovation Fund grant

A cement plant planned in Ventspils, Latvia, by Swedish company Cemvision could receive up to €27.5 million from the EU Innovation Fund. It would produce cement with over 90% lower CO₂ emissions than conventional production.

Jauns.lv · 27 Oct, 14:10

Competition Council clears Estonian group's company to take over Food Union Management

Latvia's Competition Council has allowed SIA Hummuli, a company of an Estonian dairy farmers' group, to gain sole decisive influence over SIA Food Union Management.

TVNET · 27 Oct, 14:10

Swedish firm Cemvision's cement plant project in Ventspils to receive up to €27.5 million from the EU

The Re-Ment project of Sweden's Cemvision, which plans a low-emission cement plant in Ventspils, has been selected for up to €27.5 million from the European Union's Innovation Fund. It is one of two Latvian projects chosen in the competition.

LSM (rus) · 27 Oct, 14:10

NASA Plans Three Heavy Rocket Launches in Two Weeks for Artemis 3

NASA has detailed its Artemis 3 plan: three spacecraft will launch from Florida on three heavy-lift rockets within two weeks. The mission will test how the Orion capsule works with two commercial lunar landers.

Engadget · 27 Oct, 14:10

Media Outlets Start Producing Content Aimed at AI Agents Rather Than Humans

Some media companies, including US outlet Axios and tech publisher Every, are building content intended for AI agents. Publishers hope to reach audiences who increasingly read news through AI, but the revenue model remains unclear.

Wired · 27 Oct, 13:11

Slate partners with Smarties to offer candy-colored wraps for its electric trucks

US electric truck maker Slate has teamed up with candy brand Smarties to offer six pastel wrap colors for its bare-bones truck. Pricing hasn't been announced, but the wrap can be added as an option before delivery.

Engadget · 27 Oct, 13:11

Nvidia backs Indian startup helping companies run AI models with fewer GPUs

Nvidia, the leading supplier of AI chips, has joined a $14 million funding round in Indian startup Simplismart, which builds software for running AI models more efficiently. The round values the company at about $100 million.

TechCrunch · 27 Oct, 13:10

GM Product Chief: Cars Should Get Smarter, but Humanoid Robots Aren't the Answer for Building Them

Sterling Anderson, chief product officer at US automaker General Motors, explains the company's new technology roadmap built on AI, centralized computing and autonomous driving. The aim is to cut vehicle development time by more than half.

The Verge · 27 Oct, 13:10

Data centers become a leading issue in US election campaigns

Rapid data center construction has sparked local opposition across the US and become a major theme in 2026 midterm campaigns. Candidates in both parties are distancing themselves from unchecked buildouts, though they differ on how far to go, up to a moratorium.

The Verge · 27 Oct, 12:10

China's first fully AI-made feature film flops at the box office

"Sanxingdui: Future Past", China's first feature-length film created entirely with artificial intelligence, earned just under 162,000 euros in its opening weekend, against a production cost of about 1.34 million euros.

Kursors.lv · 27 Oct, 12:09

London-based Querio launches with €4.48 million in funding

Querio, a London-based analytics platform for data teams and their AI agents, has launched with €4.48 million in total funding. It aims to help companies deal with conflicting answers produced by different AI tools.

EU-Startups · 27 Oct, 12:09

Using AI in legal work requires verifying sources

Artificial intelligence can quickly draft persuasive legal answers and find court rulings, but lawyers remain responsible for conclusions. Being able to check sources, their currency and their relevance to the case is therefore essential.

Diena · 27 Oct, 11:11

AMD Prepares Official Ryzen Overclocking Driver for Linux

Chipmaker AMD has submitted Linux kernel patches for a driver intended for overclocking Ryzen processors. The solution is still at an early stage of development and offers limited features.

Kursors.lv · 27 Oct, 11:10

Applications open for Nexus Luxembourg 2027 startup and scale-up awards

Nexus Luxembourg will take place on 9–10 March 2027, with around 240 startups and scale-ups pitching live. Applications close on 16 November.

EU-Startups · 27 Oct, 11:09

Logitech unveils Pebble Up mouse that can turn into an ergonomic vertical mouse

Peripherals maker Logitech has announced the Pebble Up mouse, which can be lifted on its right side to become an ergonomic vertical mouse. At first glance it resembles models from the Pebble series.

Kursors.lv · 27 Oct, 10:11

EU Inc stalls: European Parliament committee fails to vote on single company form

The European Parliament's Legal Affairs Committee failed on 19 October to vote on its draft report on EU Inc, a proposed single EU company form. Trade unions warn of risks to workers, while startup founders say negotiations are watering down the core idea.

Euronews Business · 27 Oct, 10:10

INDEXO Bank Begins Offering Term Deposits and Loans to Businesses

Latvia-based INDEXO Bank has started offering term deposits and lending to companies. Its first business loan was issued on 2 October 2026, with more services planned.

Dienas Bizness · 27 Oct, 10:09

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Kleinbergs: Temporary Bridge During Vanšu Bridge Repairs Could Stand on the Seaward Side

Riga City Council chairman Viesturs Kleinbergs said a temporary bridge during the Vanšu Bridge reconstruction could be placed seaward of the existing bridge, though the location is not final. Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs said state co-financing would depend on several factors.

iAuto.lv · 27 Oct, 09:11

Consumer confidence in Finland keeps falling

Finland's consumer confidence indicator fell to minus 9.7 points in October, according to Statistics Finland. Residents are increasingly worried about unemployment and rising prices.

ERR (rus) · 27 Oct, 09:10

Trump: Audi to Build $4 Billion Car Plant in the US

US President Donald Trump has announced that Audi plans to build a new $4 billion car assembly plant in the state of Georgia. It is intended to produce the brand's largest and highest-class SUV models.

Kursors.lv · 27 Oct, 09:10

OpenAI says AI has made discoveries in mathematics, computer science and physics

US artificial intelligence company OpenAI says its AI has made discoveries in mathematics, computer science and physics. The announcement adds to a series of claimed scientific breakthroughs credited to AI.

Al Jazeera · 27 Oct, 07:10

Northern Ireland teachers: Angus Youth Challenge builds skills hard to teach in class

The ABP Angus Youth Challenge, a farming-themed schools competition in Northern Ireland, is drawing pupils from both rural and urban schools. Teachers say it strengthens public speaking and confidence.

Agriland UK · 27 Oct, 07:09

Irish EU Council Presidency Puts Flexible CAP Agreement at Top of Agenda

Ireland's agriculture minister, Martin Heydon, has stressed that a well-funded, flexible and workable Common Agricultural Policy is a top priority of Ireland's EU Council Presidency. Agreeing a partial negotiating position tops the agenda of the agriculture and fisheries council.

AgriLand (Īrija) · 27 Oct, 07:08

Pharma industry urges putting medicine supply at heart of European security

In an interview with Dienas Bizness, a European pharmaceutical industry representative says medicine supply has been strained by the pandemic, wars and tariffs. He calls for integrating it into national security systems and keeping production in Europe.

Dienas Bizness · 27 Oct, 06:10

How to prepare farm machinery for winter storage

After harvest, farmers are advised to keep machinery in a dry, covered place, cleaned and serviced beforehand. This helps limit corrosion, paint damage and faults in electronics.

Agriland UK · 27 Oct, 06:09

Polish Processor Chief: Growing Soy on Weaker Soils Can Pay Off, but Carries Risk

At a soybean seminar in Buguchwała, Marek Tański, head of Poland's Agrolok, said soy can improve crop rotation with rapeseed, but on weaker soils yields depend largely on rainfall distribution. He also discussed profitability and how to secure a better price.

topagrar.pl (Polija) · 27 Oct, 06:09

Waterford dairy farm uses targeted measures to protect water quality

A dairy farm in Co. Waterford, Ireland, is showing how environmental actions, advisory support and investment can work together to protect water quality. The farm lies in the Licky catchment.

AgriLand (Īrija) · 27 Oct, 06:08

Stricter anti-money laundering rules are approaching in Latvia

The European Union overhauled its anti-money laundering legislation in May 2024. The new requirements will soon apply in Latvia's financial sector, as little time remains in the three-year transition period.

TVNET · 27 Oct, 05:11

Geotab: Fast Charging and Heat Are Main Drivers of EV Battery Wear

A study by telematics firm Geotab finds EV batteries lose about 2.3% of capacity per year on average. Frequent DC fast charging and hot climates speed up the decline.

Engadget · 27 Oct, 05:11

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Volvo Plans a More Affordable Electric Car for Europe

Swedish carmaker Volvo plans to unveil a new, relatively affordable electric car for the European market in 2027, possibly called the EX50. At the same time, the company is dealing with losses and cutting costs.

iAuto.lv · 27 Oct, 05:11

UK Plans to Phase Out CO2 Stunning of Pigs at Slaughter

The UK's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has proposed phasing out high-concentration carbon dioxide stunning of pigs. Argon gas and automated electrical stunning are suggested as alternatives.

Agriland UK · 27 Oct, 05:09

Calf Loses Condition After Weaning: Why 1 kg of Starter a Day Is Not Enough

According to Polish farming outlet topagrar.pl, calves should eat at least 1.5 kg of starter feed on the day of weaning and about 30 kg in total beforehand. Feeding mistakes can harm health and later milk yield.

topagrar.pl (Polija) · 27 Oct, 05:09

Coillte spends more than €500,000 on Slievenamon wildfire response

Coillte, Ireland's semi-state forestry company, says more than €500,000 has been spent on the emergency response to a wildfire on Slievenamon mountain in Co. Tipperary. The fire damaged an estimated 65 hectares of its forestry during this summer's drought.

AgriLand (Īrija) · 27 Oct, 05:08