Business & Technology
Farm wives in Poland: when a KRUS agricultural pension is due
Poland's farmers' social insurance fund KRUS explains that a farmer's wife may qualify for her own pension at age 60 with enough qualifying years. Some farm work done without paying contributions can count.
topagrar.pl (Polija) · 24 Oct, 23:02
Steam Adds Personal Calendar With Personalized Game Recommendations
Valve has launched Personal Calendar on its Steam game store, showing users recently released games that match their tastes. The feature is available on the store's homepage.
Engadget · 24 Oct, 23:02
Why the Wires Inside Ethernet Cables Are Twisted
The twisted wire pairs in ethernet cables reduce electromagnetic interference and let signals travel at their best speed. The design dates back to the 1880s.
Engadget · 24 Oct, 22:27
Honeyb.ai in New York: trade mission helps build contacts with clients and investors
Latvian startup Honeyb.ai used a LIAA trade mission to the US to build contacts with clients, investors and financial sector representatives. Its head Matīss Kataņenko says the visit strengthened his belief in a team on both sides of the Atlantic.
Labs of Latvia · 24 Oct, 22:25
Pennsylvania to require labels on ads made with artificial intelligence
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has signed a law requiring disclosure on ads that were significantly modified or generated by AI. The law contains several loosely defined exceptions.
The Verge · 24 Oct, 22:03
Android phones automatically attach SIM number to all Google accounts
Android devices have for more than a year been adding the SIM card's phone number to every Google account signed in on them. The setting has been on by default since September 2025, and many users are only now noticing it.
Engadget · 24 Oct, 22:02
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Norway's largest bank DNB to cut about 400 jobs, including in Latvia
DNB, Norway's largest bank, plans to cut about 400 jobs by the end of the year as it expands its use of artificial intelligence and reorganises work processes. Staff in Latvia will also be affected, but the number is not known.
Apollo.lv · 24 Oct, 22:02
Two critical PHP vulnerabilities nearly caused an internet-wide crisis
The PHP2Shell flaws let attackers break into servers running the PHP programming language without a password. Mass exploitation has so far been largely avoided, but many systems remain unpatched.
TechCrunch · 24 Oct, 21:04
Your PlayStation 5 may be plugged into the wrong HDMI port
Sony's PlayStation 5 console can show a good picture even when connected to an HDMI port that limits its capabilities. Getting 4K at 120Hz requires an HDMI 2.1 port, a suitable cable and the right settings.
Engadget · 24 Oct, 21:04
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Norway's DNB bank plans to cut about 400 jobs as it expands use of artificial intelligence
DNB, Norway's largest bank, plans to cut roughly 400 jobs as it expands its use of artificial intelligence. The reorganisation will also affect the bank's employees in Latvia.
TVNET · 24 Oct, 21:02
Norwegian bank DNB to cut 400 jobs, including some in Latvia
Norway's DNB bank has begun a reorganisation that will cost 400 people their jobs, including some staff in Latvia. The move has raised the question of whether artificial intelligence will start replacing people in the workplace.
LSM (rus) · 24 Oct, 21:02
Free «STOP kredīts» tool on credit bureau portal helps guard against fraud and rash loans
The portal of the Credit Information Bureau offers a free tool, «STOP kredīts», meant to protect people from fraudsters and ill-considered borrowing.
LSM (rus) · 24 Oct, 20:04
Instacart reportedly discussed a sale with DoorDash and Uber
Grocery delivery company Instacart is reportedly weighing a sale to a larger rival and has already spoken with DoorDash. The reports lifted Instacart's share price on Friday.
TechCrunch · 24 Oct, 20:03
Capcom confirms data breach affecting 11.7 million users
Video game company Capcom has confirmed that unauthorized access to its online membership service, Capcom ID, affected more than 11.7 million users. The company warns of possible phishing emails but says payment card details were not involved.
Engadget · 24 Oct, 20:02
Apple Watch Theater Mode: What It Is and When to Use It
Apple Watch has a Theater Mode that turns off the display and sound but keeps vibration alerts. It suits cinemas, plays and meetings.
Engadget · 24 Oct, 19:03
Block unveils Dessa, a locally run voice model that sounds strikingly human
Jack Dorsey's company Block has released Dessa, a voice model that can talk and listen at the same time and runs locally on consumer hardware. It is not yet publicly available.
TechCrunch · 24 Oct, 19:01
Ring cameras remain useful even without a paid subscription
Amazon-owned Ring cameras and doorbells still work as a live view and two-way intercom without a subscription. Access to saved footage, however, requires a paid plan starting at $4.99 a month.
Engadget · 24 Oct, 18:03
LG's C6 OLED TV Gets $400 Price Cut Ahead of Black Friday
LG is running an early Black Friday sale through November 1st, with the 55-inch C6 OLED TV priced at $999.99. The $400 discount is the lowest price recorded for the model.
The Verge · 24 Oct, 18:01
Study: Grok picks Republicans, OpenAI's model picks Democrats
A new study found that when forced to choose a candidate in the upcoming US midterms, xAI's Grok 4.7 mostly recommended Republicans, while OpenAI's GPT-6.1 Sol mostly picked Democrats. OpenAI says the test used a developer API, not the ChatGPT app.
TechCrunch AI · 24 Oct, 18:01
Apple's Foldable iPhone Duo: The Apps Showing What the Device Can Do
A TechCrunch reviewer has highlighted apps built specifically for Apple's first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo. Many popular apps are not yet optimized for it.
TechCrunch · 24 Oct, 18:01
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Media: Russia's Novatek funds Alaska LNG project and effectively sets its strategy
Russian company Novatek is financing a gas terminal project in Alaska run by US firm Polar Train LNG and effectively dictates its strategy, the Financial Times and The New York Times report, citing the US firm's former chief executive.
TVNET · 24 Oct, 17:03
How to Improve iPhone Battery Life Without Closing Apps
Closing unused apps does not reduce iPhone power use, but display, power and charging settings can help. Engadget outlines the main Apple settings that make a difference.
Engadget · 24 Oct, 17:02
The Verge: A Touchscreen MacBook Could Borrow Ideas From Lenovo's Yoga 9n
A writer at tech site The Verge argues that Apple's rumored touchscreen MacBook should adopt several features of the Lenovo Yoga 9n, including a stylus that also works on the trackpad. The Apple laptop could reportedly be announced next week.
The Verge · 24 Oct, 17:01
US media: Russia secretly controls Alaska gas terminal project
Russian company Novatek is financing a gas terminal construction project in Alaska and effectively sets the strategy of the US firm Polar Train LNG. The Financial Times and The New York Times report this, citing the US company's former chief executive.
LSM · 24 Oct, 17:01
PHP2Shell Flaws Show How AI Can Make Old Bugs Exploitable
Within hours of newly public flaws in the widely used PHP language, attackers made millions of exploitation attempts. Researchers say AI speeds up bug analysis, but it is not a fundamentally new process and still relies on human expertise.
Wired · 24 Oct, 16:03
Director Lee Chang Dong on the Ethics of the Camera in Possible Love
South Korean director Lee Chang Dong tells The Verge about his latest film, Possible Love, which is inspired by 2009 layoffs at a Korean conglomerate. He discusses the ethics of the camera, his collaboration with the screenwriter and working with Netflix.
The Verge · 24 Oct, 16:03
How to Improve Your PC Case's Airflow and Cooling
PC components produce heat while running, and heat trapped in the case can reduce system performance. Fan placement, air pressure and regular cleaning help keep temperatures down.
Engadget · 24 Oct, 16:02
Peak arrives on consoles; weekly indie game roundup
Co-op climbing game Peak, which has sold more than 23 million copies on Steam, has launched on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch 2. The roundup also covers other new and upcoming indie games and Steam Next Fest demos.
Engadget · 24 Oct, 15:04
Arc Browser Is Shutting Down, and The Verge's Editor Is Hunting for a Replacement
The Browser Company will stop supporting its Arc browser by Christmas. The Verge's David Pierce reviews the alternatives he plans to test, including Dia, Zen, Orion, Vivaldi, Helium, Firefox and Brave.
The Verge · 24 Oct, 15:01
Meta Delays Controversial Business Terms Amid Scraping Concerns
Technology company Meta has moved the start date of its new commercial terms from October 30 to November 20. Publishers and other businesses worry the terms would let it collect their content with automated tools.
Engadget · 24 Oct, 14:03
Nine Unusual Apps Built for Apple's Foldable iPhone Duo
Following the launch of Apple's first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, independent developers have built apps that make use of its hinge and two screens. Tech outlet Wired has picked nine, ranging from games to a calendar and flashcards.
Wired · 24 Oct, 14:02
Changan to launch Nevo Q05 electric crossover in Europe in early 2027
Chinese carmaker Changan plans to bring its compact Nevo Q05 electric SUV to the European market in early 2027. For the European version, the manufacturer quotes a range of up to 450 km on the WLTP cycle.
iAuto.lv · 24 Oct, 13:02
Researcher David Johnson: creative industry workers will have to compete with computers
David Johnson, a researcher of human–machine interaction, said on Latvijas Radio's programme Kultūras rondo that fears are growing that humans are becoming unnecessary. He studies how artificial intelligence can expand the limits of creativity rather than replace it.
LSM (rus) · 24 Oct, 13:01
RTU and Australian Researchers Show Static Electricity Can Be Controlled
Scientists from Riga Technical University and RMIT in Australia have shown that static electricity generated when two materials touch can be controlled. The study was published in Nature Communications.
Kursors.lv · 24 Oct, 12:03
Pura NEO Pro promises espresso without a power outlet or a separate cup
The company Pura Coffee has introduced PURA NEO Pro, a portable coffee machine. It aims to let users make espresso away from home without an electrical outlet or a separate cup.
Kursors.lv · 24 Oct, 11:03
Novak Says Three Tankers of Russian Diesel Are Heading to North America
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said three tankers carrying Russian diesel are already en route to North America. The shipments are part of a deal announced this month by U.S. President Donald Trump to lower fuel prices.
The Moscow Times · 24 Oct, 11:02