Business & Technology
Nvidia opens probe into reports Chinese intelligence targeted CEO Jensen Huang
The board of chipmaker Nvidia said on Sunday it is investigating reports that CEO Jensen Huang was the target of a foreign intelligence effort. Huang remains in his post, and the board says it has no reason to believe national security or company secrets were compromised.
France 24 · 9 Nov, 02:12
White cameras above traffic lights serve a purpose few people know
Most cameras mounted above traffic lights in the US are meant to monitor traffic and control signals, not to track drivers. Unlike license plate readers, they are not designed to collect evidence.
Engadget · 9 Nov, 02:11
In Germany, heirs' disputes over a deceased farmer's estate often end in a farm auction
When a farmer in Germany dies without a will and the heirs cannot agree on a sale, the land can be sold at a partition auction. No agricultural authority approval is needed, but proceeds are usually lower than in a private sale.
agrarheute (Vācija) · 9 Nov, 02:11
Ireland Has 41,274 Suckler Herds in 2026, Averaging 16 Cows Each
Data from the Irish Cattle Breeding Federation shows 41,274 beef suckler herds in Ireland, averaging 16 cows. Galway and Mayo have the most farms.
AgriLand (Īrija) · 9 Nov, 02:10
Polish farmer buys non-running 1959 Deutz tractor for 200 euros and still uses it
At the "Na Dawnych Kołach" vintage tractor show in Cekcyn, Poland, farmer Tadeusz Dolecki described how a 1959 Deutz bought for 200 euros was repaired in three days and still works. Many of the displayed tractors remain in everyday farm use.
topagrar.pl (Polija) · 9 Nov, 02:10
Biogas plants in winter: where frost strikes first and how to protect against it
German farming outlet agrarheute explains where biogas plants most often suffer freezing problems in winter. Its advice is to inspect the plant in autumn, before the frost arrives.
agrarheute (Vācija) · 9 Nov, 02:10
AutoStore to acquire Dutch warehouse automation firm Logiqs for up to €30 million
Norwegian fulfilment automation company AutoStore has agreed to buy Logiqs, a Dutch maker of roaming pallet storage robots, for up to €30 million. The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026.
EU-Startups · 9 Nov, 01:12
Amazon Prime Air claims world-first SAIL IV approval from UK aviation authority
Amazon's Prime Air drone delivery programme says the UK Civil Aviation Authority has granted it the world's first SAIL IV Operating Authorization and Flight Worthiness Validation. The approval comes amid several incidents involving the company's drones.
Dronewatch (ES) · 9 Nov, 00:11
Blue Origin Delays New Glenn Return to Flight to January, Unveils New Engine
US space company Blue Origin has pushed New Glenn's return to flight from December to January 2027 after a launch pad explosion in May. It also revealed its Northstar engine and a hydrogen-oxygen third stage.
Ars Technica · 8 Nov, 23:12
Eight Months After Iran Drone Warning for California, Homeland Drone Incidents in the US Remain Unattributed
No Iranian drone has reached the United States, yet drone incidents on US soil, including those at Barksdale Air Force Base, have still not been publicly attributed to anyone. The only publicly reported charge concerns a different time period.
DroneXL · 8 Nov, 23:11
US midterm results could reshape tech regulation, especially for data centers
Democratic victories in the US midterm elections may bring tighter rules for data centers and more government scrutiny of Big Tech. TechCrunch's Equity podcast discusses the implications in its latest episode.
TechCrunch AI · 8 Nov, 22:12
Should AI companies pay for the journalism they use?
At the Global Media Forum in Berlin, publishers, legal experts and a Google representative debated how to compensate journalism used by AI chatbots. Media groups want permission and payment, while some experts warn against excessive regulation.
Deutsche Welle · 8 Nov, 22:12
Haiti: Gang Leader Mathias Saintil Dies After Drone Strikes, With Conflicting Accounts of His Death
Mathias Saintil, leader of the Boston gang in Port-au-Prince, died on Friday, November 6, after police and task force operations that used at least seven kamikaze drones. A rights group and the police describe his death differently.
DroneXL · 8 Nov, 22:10
Latvia's electricity price to reach 49.72 cents per kWh with VAT on Monday
On 9 November, Latvia's average exchange electricity price will be about 49.72 cents per kilowatt-hour including VAT, nearly four times the level of 5 November. The most expensive hour will be in the evening, from 6 pm to 7 pm.
Latvijas Avīze · 8 Nov, 22:10
After the US midterms, Big Tech tries to mend ties with Democrats
After the US midterm elections, major tech firms including OpenAI and Meta are trying to rebuild relations with Democrats, who have pledged tighter AI oversight. Experts say the key fights will play out in states, communities and financial markets.
TechCrunch · 8 Nov, 21:13
US Army Trains With Anti-Drone Laser at Texas Border as Most Targets Stay Undisclosed
US Northern Command reports more than 300 drones defeated along the US-Mexico border this year, yet only two engagements have had their targets publicly identified. Both were in February: party balloons and a Customs and Border Protection drone.
DroneXL · 8 Nov, 21:12
Amazon's MK30 Delivery Drone Goes on Display at Seattle's Museum of Flight
The Museum of Flight in Seattle has hung an Amazon Prime Air MK30 delivery drone from the ceiling of its Great Gallery. Amazon currently flies this type to customers in 13 US metro areas.
DroneXL · 8 Nov, 20:13
Rights holders of Elvis Presley and Eminem sue AI music company Suno
A group holding rights to Elvis Presley's music and the publisher of some of Eminem's biggest records have filed lawsuits against Suno, a US company that generates music with artificial intelligence. The plaintiffs claim its system illegally mimics these artists' voices and lyrics.
The Verge · 8 Nov, 20:12
New Audi Q7 Now on Sale in Latvia, Priced From €79,500
The new-generation Audi Q7 SUV has reached Latvia and has been on display in Riga since 2 November. The special offer price starts at €79,500, with a hybrid engine due in 2027.
iAuto.lv · 8 Nov, 20:11
SNL debuts new Elon Musk impression: 'the worst thing South Africa has ever done'
Saturday Night Live cast member Jeremy Culhane debuted his impression of Elon Musk in the US sketch show's latest episode. The sketch mocked Musk's recent run of setbacks.
TechCrunch · 8 Nov, 20:10
Florida Chimp Sanctuary Uses DJI Drone to Deliver Bananas to Chimp Cut Off by Floods
On November 4, the Save the Chimps sanctuary in Florida used a DJI camera drone to lower bananas and blankets to Kaleb, a chimpanzee whose outdoor area was cut off by floodwater. Florida law has barred state and local agencies from flying Chinese-made drones since 2023.
DroneXL · 8 Nov, 19:11
Tesla to end Cybertruck production next year
Tesla CEO Elon Musk said the company will stop making the Cybertruck electric pickup next year. About 71,000 have been sold since deliveries began in November 2023.
TechCrunch · 8 Nov, 19:10
Construction of Baltic Defence Line continues on Latvia's eastern border
Work on the Baltic Defence Line continues along Latvia's eastern border, with anti-tank ditches being dug and concrete barriers placed. Of roughly 89 kilometres of ditches planned for the first two phases, four kilometres have been dug so far.
iAuto.lv · 8 Nov, 18:11
Indiana Opens US Drone Test Site That Plans Kinetic Testing Under a Civil Program
A Purdue University-owned Windracers ULTRA drone made the first flight on October 29 at Indiana's new FAA-designated test site. The site's director says it will also host kinetic and counter-drone testing, though the FAA describes the program as civil.
DroneXL · 8 Nov, 18:10
Apple's M5 MacBook Air drops to its lowest price since July
US retailers are selling the 13-inch MacBook Air with the M5 chip for $1,099.99, which is $200 below the usual price. Discounts like this have been rare since Apple raised prices over the summer.
The Verge · 8 Nov, 18:10
Renault unveils Forefront Concept, an unmanned military electric vehicle
French carmaker Renault has presented the Forefront Concept, an unmanned all-wheel-drive electric vehicle designed mainly for military use in high-risk areas. The French armed forces will begin field trials in the coming weeks.
Kursors.lv · 8 Nov, 17:12
Review: Ninja AutoBarista coffee machine is versatile, but upkeep is a dealbreaker for one reviewer
A TechCrunch reviewer tested SharkNinja's fully automatic AutoBarista coffee machine, which makes 13 drinks at the press of a button. She found its upkeep to be a dealbreaker, and the device costs $999.99.
TechCrunch · 8 Nov, 17:10
iOS 27.3 beta code hints at chatbot support in Apple's HomeView smart home hub
A flag labeled “Conversational Apps” in the iOS 27.3 beta code suggests Apple may add AI chatbot support to its HomeView smart home hub. Apple has not officially announced the feature.
The Verge · 8 Nov, 17:10
Garmin may let cyclists share their location with the Waze navigation app
References found in the code of Garmin Connect for Android, version 5.31, point to a feature that would let cyclists share their live location with the Waze navigation app. Garmin has not officially announced it.
Kursors.lv · 8 Nov, 16:12
Karins: Overly Tight "Belt-Tightening" Could Stifle Latvia's Growth
Karins, senior adviser on geopolitics at the international agency Kreab, warns that excessively strict cuts to state spending could halt Latvia's economic growth. He cited foreign direct investment reaching one billion euros and projected GDP growth of around 2.5% this year.
Apollo.lv · 8 Nov, 16:11
Physicists Listen to Electrical Noise to Probe High-Temperature Superconductor Mystery
Researchers in Munich and Utrecht measured current "shot noise" in a copper-oxide superconductor and found evidence that electron pairs form at higher temperatures than those at which the material superconducts. The result suggests the bottleneck is getting pairs to move in step, not forming them.
Ars Technica · 8 Nov, 15:12
Egypt announces new Mediterranean gas discovery estimated at 200 billion cubic feet
Egypt has found a new natural gas deposit in the Mediterranean, initially estimated at about 200 billion cubic feet. Cairo hopes it will boost domestic output and cut reliance on imports.
Euronews Business · 8 Nov, 15:11
Media's second pivot to video: short clips, creators and a turn toward longer formats
News outlets in the US and elsewhere are again investing in social video, this time in short vertical formats and creator partnerships. Platforms are already moving toward longer horizontal video, which could bring new demands for publishers.
The Verge · 8 Nov, 15:10
“World of Warcraft: Forever” Becomes Franchise's Most Successful Launch by Concurrent Player Count
Game developer Blizzard says its recently released “World of Warcraft: Forever” is the franchise's most successful launch ever, measured by concurrent active players. It has also surpassed the 2008 expansion Wrath of the Lich King.
Kursors.lv · 8 Nov, 14:12
Latvian Start-up Cellbox Labs Develops “Organ-on-a-Chip” Devices for Drug Testing
Cellbox Labs, founded in Latvia in 2020, makes devices and single-use chips that host human organ cells. The technology aims to make drug testing faster and cheaper.
Latvijas Avīze · 8 Nov, 14:12
The New York Times Adds AI Recipe Customization to Its Cooking App
The New York Times has launched an AI tool in the iOS beta of its NYT Cooking app that helps users swap ingredients and adjust recipes. Subscriber comments were sharply critical at first, but a Wired writer who tested it found it mostly worked well.
Wired · 8 Nov, 14:10