Business & Technology
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
Chinese Intelligence Reportedly Tried to Spy on NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang, The New York Times Says
According to The New York Times, China's Ministry of State Security recruited Alice Huang, a senior employee at Singapore's Megaspeed, to gather information on US AI plans and influence NVIDIA's chief. The Financial Times reports that US officials believe she and Jensen Huang were in a romantic relationship.
Kursors.lv · 8 Nov, 13:10
Italian electric motorcycle brand Energica returns to the market with cheaper models
The Italian electric motorcycle brand Energica, which entered bankruptcy proceedings in 2024, has been acquired by a Singapore-based company. Assembly will move to Asia, and prices are expected to fall by about 20%.
Kursors.lv · 8 Nov, 12:11
Older M5 MacBook Pro sells for $200 less than the new M6 model
Wired recommends the 14-inch MacBook Pro with the M5 chip, since Amazon and Walmart sell it for $200 less than the nearly identical newer M6 model. The 15-inch MacBook Air M5 is also discounted.
Wired · 8 Nov, 12:11
ADAC Names Best Electric Cars for Long-Distance Travel, Led by Mercedes-Benz CLA
Germany's automobile club ADAC assessed electric cars for long trips in its 2026 test. The Mercedes-Benz CLA Coupe 350 covered the most distance with a single 20-minute charging stop.
iAuto.lv · 8 Nov, 11:12
Instagram launches desktop version of its Edits video editor
Instagram's short-form video editing app Edits is now available on computers, starting with a version for Mac users. It competes with CapCut, owned by ByteDance, which has been available on Windows and Mac since 2021.
Kursors.lv · 8 Nov, 11:10
Data centres consume more electricity than most countries
International Energy Agency data show data centres used about 415 TWh of electricity in 2024, roughly 1.5% of global consumption. By 2030 the figure could reach 945 TWh.
Kursors.lv · 8 Nov, 10:11
Latvia Lags on Renewable Energy Path: Buying Statistics Could Cost Up to €136 Million
Latvia's Ministry of Climate and Energy has drafted rules on flexibility mechanisms for renewable energy commitments. If Latvia missed its 2030 target, purchasing renewable energy statistics could cost between €44.1 million and €136.3 million.
BNN · 8 Nov, 10:10
M3.6-Class Solar Flare Recorded After Nearly a Month of Calm
Scientists have recorded the strongest solar flare since 10 October, an M3.6-class event. There are no signs yet that the ejected plasma will reach Earth, and no serious consequences are expected.
NRA · 8 Nov, 10:10
Estonian shops short of bagged milk as farmers point to competition for raw milk
Farmers in Estonia say there is no milk shortage in the country, yet supermarket shelves have gaps, as processors compete for raw milk to make higher-value products such as protein-rich goods.
ERR News · 8 Nov, 09:12
Anthropic's Claude chatbot to be able to analyse users' bank account data
AI company Anthropic is testing a "Personal Finance" feature that lets its Claude chatbot review a user's spending and budget. It will initially be available to paying subscribers in the US.
Kursors.lv · 8 Nov, 09:11
Protecting modern tillage soils from damage by heavy machinery
Modern arable farming practices leave soils more vulnerable to the pressure of heavy machinery. Careful management and suitable equipment choices can limit the damage.
Agriland UK · 8 Nov, 09:10
Latin American banana producers seek better pay to cope with climate impact
Banana producers in Latin America, hit by extreme weather during this year's strong El Niño, want markets to recognise real production costs. Fairtrade is urging UK legislation against unfair trading practices.
Guardian Farming · 8 Nov, 09:10
Overheating fridges and a fake alert: UK cyber agency warns of a wave of attacks
After attacks on commercial refrigeration across Europe, the record Binance crypto heist and a fake nuclear alert in Kyiv, the head of the UK's National Cyber Security Centre warns of a sharp rise in incidents. Experts agree AI is exposing vulnerabilities but differ on how exceptional the moment is.
The Guardian World · 8 Nov, 08:10
Open-source Coldframe honeypot poses as a supermarket refrigeration controller to trap attackers
A developer group has published Coldframe, an open-source tool that pretends to be a supermarket refrigeration controller and records how attackers try to break in. It imitates Danfoss and Dixell devices and logs passwords and known exploits.
Hacker News (≥150 p.) · 8 Nov, 07:13
Microsoft Research's AI Frontiers group comes to an end
After being reorganized into Microsoft AI, the head of the AI Frontiers group has left the company and declared the group over. He criticizes a scaling-only approach and argues that research delivers real returns.
Hacker News (≥150 p.) · 8 Nov, 06:13
Apple One bundles: what the Family plan includes and which tier is best
Apple raised prices on several subscriptions this year, including its Apple One bundles. The Family plan costs $28 a month and can be shared with five other people.
Engadget · 8 Nov, 06:11
Offaly sheep farm in Ireland sees lambs thrive despite weather swings
On Ken and Richard Mathews' sheep farm in Co. Offaly, Ireland, lambs have performed well despite a wet spring followed by a very dry spell. The farm is now preparing for the next breeding season.
AgriLand (Īrija) · 8 Nov, 06:10
Waterford Has Ireland's Best Suckler Herd Fertility Figures, ICBF Data Shows
Data from the Irish Cattle Breeding Federation show that Co. Waterford leads Ireland's counties on suckler herd reproductive indicators. Larger herds, mostly in the south-east, tend to perform better overall.
AgriLand (Īrija) · 8 Nov, 06:10
Review: UV-tracking Gem necklace prompts a rethink of sun exposure and health
A Verge writer tested the Gem, a necklace from The90 that measures UVA and UVB radiation. It helped her better understand sun exposure and health, though some of the app's estimates were less useful than others.
The Verge · 8 Nov, 05:13
A $10 OpenStick device turned into a homelab server running multiple self-hosted services
A tech enthusiast has described in a blog post how he runs Debian and a range of self-hosted services on a $10 OpenStick device with 512 MB of RAM. The device is silent and uses little power.
Hacker News (≥150 p.) · 8 Nov, 05:13
Farmers link Estonia's bagged milk shortage to rising demand for raw milk
Agricultural industry representatives say disruptions in supplies of plastic-bag milk in Estonia stem from stronger competition for raw milk, not just a change in cattle feed. Cheap bagged milk has become less profitable for processors.
ERR (rus) · 8 Nov, 05:12
How Spam Callers Get Your Phone Number
Tech site Engadget explains how spam callers and texters obtain people's phone numbers and what steps can limit the spread of your number.
Engadget · 8 Nov, 05:11
Italy Plans Fines for Drivers Who Hold Up Traffic in the Left Lane
An Italian bill would fine drivers 40 to 160 euros for driving below 100 km/h in the far-left lane of motorways. It is still under review in parliament, so the fine does not apply yet.
iAuto.lv · 8 Nov, 05:11
Preparing Farm Machinery for Winter and the 2027 Season
As the 2026 working year ends, farmers and contractors in the UK and Ireland are advised to check tractors, tyres and specialist equipment. The winter lull offers a chance to fix problems before next season.
Agriland UK · 8 Nov, 05:10
Irish farm children who don't take over the family farm often feel guilt, research finds
Research from Dublin City University suggests many young people in Ireland who leave the family farm still feel guilt about it. Researchers call for tackling succession hurdles, as over a third of farmers are aged over 65.
AgriLand (Īrija) · 8 Nov, 05:10