Business & Technology
Second-Generation Apple AirTag Tracker on Sale at 20% Off
In the US, Amazon is selling the second-generation Apple AirTag Bluetooth tracker for $23, roughly 20% below its usual price. A four-pack costs $89.
Wired · 26 Oct, 22:11
Apple releases 27.2 updates with new Siri AI features
Apple has released version 27.2 of its operating systems, expanding Siri's AI capabilities with recall of past conversations and support for five more languages. The updates cover iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac and other devices.
Engadget · 26 Oct, 22:11
US tech giant Microsoft offers voluntary exit to a quarter of its workforce
US computer technology company Microsoft has offered roughly 60,000 employees the option to leave voluntarily. The company is trying to cut costs while investing more in artificial intelligence.
Apollo.lv · 26 Oct, 22:10
Latvia's veterinary clinics: top turnover close to €5 million
The largest locally owned veterinary provider in Latvia reported 2025 turnover close to five million euros. Profit rankings differ from turnover: a firm with under half a million in sales earned more than some multimillion-euro rivals.
Delfi · 26 Oct, 22:09
Primient to open Illinois scale-up facility for precision fermentation startups
US corn wet miller Primient will open the iPROOF facility in Decatur, Illinois next May, letting biotech firms validate their technology and costs before moving to commercial-scale production.
AgFunderNews (agrotehn.) · 26 Oct, 22:09
Health data is booming, but clarity on what it means is lacking
Investor Aryeh Ganz argues that wearables, glucose monitors and blood tests generate large amounts of data, yet no standardized processes explain what the results mean. He says the value of data depends on whether it leads to better decisions and improved health.
AgFunderNews (agrotehn.) · 26 Oct, 22:09
Wired Review: Google's Fitbit Edge Beats the Charge 6, but Reviewer Still Favors the Air
Wired has reviewed Google's Fitbit Edge fitness tracker, which has a 1.34-inch display, up to seven days of battery life and a replaceable battery. The reviewer finds it a clear step up from the Charge 6 but still prefers the screenless Air.
Wired · 26 Oct, 21:10
Boston Dynamics employees push to block sale of robot dogs to US immigration agency
More than 300 employees of US robotics company Boston Dynamics have signed a petition against supplying modified Spot robots to the immigration agency ICE. Management is standing by the deal while saying the robots will not be weaponized.
Ars Technica · 26 Oct, 21:10
Apple releases iOS 27.2, adding Apple Pencil support to iPhone Duo
Apple has released the iOS 27.2 update, which brings Apple Pencil stylus support to its foldable iPhone Duo. The update also adds a face-illuminating light for video calls and new features for Siri AI, FaceTime and other apps.
The Verge · 26 Oct, 21:10
Apple responds to reports of cracked inner displays on the iPhone Duo
Some owners of Apple's new foldable iPhone Duo say the inner screen has cracked along the hinge just three days after launch. Apple acknowledges an issue affecting a small number of units and tells affected users to contact AppleCare for a replacement.
Engadget · 26 Oct, 21:10
Fusion startups Helion and CFS give U.S. government shares in return for $260 million in awards
The U.S. Department of Commerce awarded fusion power companies Helion and Commonwealth Fusion Systems a combined $260 million, and the government will receive non-voting shares in return. The approach could change how private investors view the sector.
TechCrunch · 26 Oct, 21:09
Autonomous excavator developer Bedrock Robotics raises $600 million
US startup Bedrock Robotics has raised $600 million in a Series C round at a $4.1 billion valuation. It develops a self-driving kit that can be retrofitted onto existing construction machinery.
TechCrunch · 26 Oct, 20:11
Samsung Galaxy Phones Can Wirelessly Charge Other Devices
Many newer Samsung Galaxy phones with the Wireless PowerShare feature can wirelessly charge other phones, earbuds and smartwatches. Charging is slow and generates a lot of heat, so it is best treated as a last resort.
Engadget · 26 Oct, 20:09
Anthropic's IPO filing reveals its strategy for keeping enterprise customers
In its filing for a public stock offering, US AI company Anthropic revealed that more than half of its largest customers use both the Claude platform and its own apps. The document also lays out risks, including relations with cloud partners.
TechCrunch · 26 Oct, 19:12
Fitbit Edge: Google returns to a simple display-equipped fitness band
The Verge reviews Google's new $179.99 Fitbit Edge fitness tracker, which resembles the fitness bands of 2014–2020. It offers a basic experience without smartwatch features, though the reviewer finds the price slightly high.
The Verge · 26 Oct, 19:10
Fitbit Edge review: Google's screen-equipped fitness band without an AI assistant
Engadget's reviewer gave Google's new Fitbit Edge fitness band a high score, praising its bright screen, compact shape and improved automatic activity detection. It works with both Android and iOS phones but costs more than other Fitbit models.
Engadget · 26 Oct, 19:10
Android Auto Now Lets You Play Games on Your Car's Screen
Game support in Google's Android Auto left beta in September and now works officially. Just over 35 games are available, and they can only be played while the car is parked.
Engadget · 26 Oct, 18:11
Microsoft Offers Voluntary Exit Packages to Around 60,000 Employees
Software giant Microsoft is offering buyouts to roughly 60,000 employees, according to Business Insider and Bloomberg. The company is continuing to cut costs and reshape its workforce for artificial intelligence.
TechCrunch · 26 Oct, 18:10
Anthropic's IPO Filing Devotes 94 Pages to Risks, Including AI Self-Improvement
AI company Anthropic has filed the prospectus for its initial public offering. Most of the document is given to risk factors, with recursive self-improvement singled out as a key concern.
Wired · 26 Oct, 18:09
Instagram begins pushing longer widescreen video with new "Features" format
Instagram, the Meta-owned social network, has announced a push into longer widescreen video called "Features," as it moves to compete with YouTube. The format is in a small test in the US and with some creators in Brazil.
The Verge · 26 Oct, 18:09
Is premium “PRO” fuel worth the price? What tests and price forecasts show
Fuel prices in Latvia have risen sharply in recent months, and drivers are debating whether premium fuel protects engines and injectors. Germany's ADAC motoring club concludes that standard fuel is enough for most everyday cars.
Latvijas Avīze · 26 Oct, 17:12
Anthropic files IPO paperwork: revenue surges, but no profit yet
US artificial intelligence company Anthropic, maker of the Claude models, has filed a prospectus for an initial public offering on Nasdaq. The documents show revenue above $16 billion and a lengthy list of business risks.
Wired · 26 Oct, 17:12
Driver clocked at 154 km/h in a 70 km/h zone in Riga was 2.95 per mille drunk
On the evening of 22 October, Latvian State Police stopped an Audi driver on Brīvības gatve in Riga who was doing 154 km/h in a 70 km/h zone. A breath test showed 2.95 per mille of alcohol, and a criminal case has been opened.
iAuto.lv · 26 Oct, 16:11
Anthropic discloses finances ahead of planned stock market listing
AI company Anthropic, maker of the Claude chatbot, has published details of its business ahead of a share listing. It reported losses of more than $80.7bn in the first half of the year.
BBC World · 26 Oct, 16:11
Even Realities launches smart glasses G2 in a brown colorway
Smart glasses maker Even Realities has released a brown version of its G2 model, called Even Brown 2, priced at $649. It also launched sunglass clips and a neck chain.
Engadget · 26 Oct, 16:11
Kevin Roose Launches New Tech Podcast "Machine Gods" After Leaving The New York Times
Journalist Kevin Roose, who left The New York Times together with colleague Casey Newton, has launched "Machine Gods", a video-first podcast about artificial intelligence. In an interview on The Verge's Decoder podcast, he also discussed his new book, "The AGI Chronicles".
The Verge · 26 Oct, 16:11
After customs find contraband under carrots, growers call for the farmer's name on vegetable labels
After customs discovered contraband hidden beneath carrots, a representative of an agricultural cooperative is urging Latvia to make it mandatory to name the grower on vegetable labels. He argues this would make origin visible and make it riskier to pass off imported produce as local.
Dienas Bizness · 26 Oct, 16:09
India's Matiks Raises $10M to Expand Its Math and Puzzle Gaming Platform
India-based startup Matiks, which makes a math, logic and memory games app, has raised $10 million in a round led by General Catalyst. The company plans to use the money to scale its platform and enter new markets.
TechCrunch · 26 Oct, 16:09
The 2026 PR playbook for startups: part two covers execution
European startup news site EU-Startups has published the second part of its PR guide for startups, focused on putting strategy into practice. It covers three practical considerations to weigh before pitching to the media.
EU-Startups · 26 Oct, 15:11
Tesla teams up with Turo to boost Full Self-Driving adoption
Car rental marketplace Turo will begin flagging Teslas equipped with the Full Self-Driving (Supervised) driver assistance system. Tesla has recently reported rising paid uptake of the software among buyers.
TechCrunch · 26 Oct, 15:10
Google Beam 3D Video Calling Tech Heads to 20 USO Locations
Google has announced that its Beam 3D video conferencing technology will be deployed at 20 United Service Organizations (USO) locations worldwide. It will let active-duty military members communicate with their families.
Engadget · 26 Oct, 15:09
Apple's Foldable iPhone Duo Reports Cracking Screens; iFixit Gives It 5/10 for Repairability
Users report that the inner screen of Apple's first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, is cracking. Repair company iFixit has taken the device apart and given it a provisional repairability score of 5 out of 10.
Wired · 26 Oct, 15:09
Apple unveils new iPad Mini with larger OLED display
Apple has announced a new iPad Mini featuring an 8.5-inch OLED display, with prices starting at $699. The tablet is powered by the new A20 Pro chip.
The Verge · 26 Oct, 15:08
Revolut to launch platform for investing in private tech companies
Fintech firm Revolut has announced Revolut Ventures, a platform that will let retail investors back unlisted technology companies. It is expected to be available in the app in 2027.
Euronews Business · 26 Oct, 13:11
Italy's Z_One Venture Fund Raises Over €35 Million at First Close
Z_One Fund, an Italian venture capital fund managed by Eureka! Venture, has announced a first close at more than €35 million. It is targeting €60 million in total and will back AI and UrbanTech startups.
EU-Startups · 26 Oct, 13:11
Publisher Dienas Bizness to digitalise its titles with Recovery Fund support
On 9 January 2025, the Latvian publisher Dienas Bizness signed an agreement on Recovery Fund support for modernising its media processes. The project covers CRM systems, mobile and Smart TV apps, and the expansion of existing platforms.
Dienas Bizness · 26 Oct, 13:11