Business & Technology
Audi launches clearance sale on third-generation Q5 models
Audi has started a stock clearance sale for its third-generation Q5, offering both petrol and plug-in hybrid versions at reduced prices. About 70 vehicles are available, with some already in stock.
Jauns.lv · 5 Oct, 13:27
IGATE Group Forms New Two-Person Board Leadership
IGATE Group has appointed Inga Zaikovska to its companies' boards to oversee finance and administration, joining existing board member Jānis Pučka. The new unified leadership model aims to support the group's continued growth across all three companies.
Dienas Bizness · 5 Oct, 13:22
Staples Offers Fast Holiday Photo Gift Printing With In-Store Expert Help
US office supply chain Staples provides quality photo gift printing — mugs, prints and puzzles — with same-day pickup available. Its key advantage over online-only services is in-person consultation with print specialists.
Wired · 5 Oct, 12:28
Seoul's robot park offers a glimpse — and a show — of a humanoid future
A New York Times journalist visited Galaxy Robot Park in Seoul to explore what living alongside humanoid robots might one day look like, finding the experience both technologically impressive and theatrical.
The New York Times · 5 Oct, 12:27
Dutch court upholds seizure of DocMorris accounts over unpaid German fines
A court in Limburg, the Netherlands, has ruled that the seizure of mail-order pharmacy DocMorris's bank accounts was lawful, after the German Chamber of Pharmacists sought enforcement over years of unpaid fines for banned advertising. DocMorris has four weeks to appeal.
3 avoti · 5 Oct, 11:32
Leak reveals Google's upcoming Fitbit Edge fitness tracker
A new leak has surfaced details about Google's rumored Fitbit Edge, a mid-range tracker expected to slot between the Fitbit Air and Pixel Watch 5. The device could launch in time for the 2026 holiday season.
Engadget · 5 Oct, 11:20
One in four new cars registered in Norway in September was a Tesla Model Y
Norway registered 18,733 new passenger cars in September, with almost all of them fully electric — Tesla Model Y remained the top seller, though Tesla's market share has shrunk over the past year as Chinese brands gain ground.
iAuto.lv · 5 Oct, 09:21
AS leader Kulbergs: economic growth takes priority over cutting ministries
Following AS's decisive win in Latvia's 15th Saeima election, party leader A. Kulbergs says the party will not form a coalition with Latvia First, and that boosting the economy must come before any reduction in the number of ministries.
Dienas Bizness · 5 Oct, 08:22
Amber Latvijas balzams shifts part of production to Lithuania to cut costs
Facing financial difficulties, Latvian drinks maker Amber Latvijas balzams was due today to finalize a legal protection plan with creditors, while already moving part of its output, including 'Riga Champagne,' to Lithuania to reduce costs.
LSM (rus) · 5 Oct, 07:22
Knitwear maker Rita grows revenue by 18.9% in 2025
Latvian knitwear factory Rita increased production, staff numbers and tax payments last year, though it posted a loss due to one-off expenses. The company plans further growth in 2026.
Dienas Bizness · 5 Oct, 07:22
Calculation shows being sick is costly for both workers and employers in Latvia
DeskTime executive Matīss Kokins has published calculations showing that Latvia's unpaid first sick day pushes many employees to work while ill, which ultimately proves more expensive for companies. Research cited shows a sick employee working at a computer costs a business roughly ten times more than one recovering at home.
Latvijas Avīze · 5 Oct, 06:28
Why you should think twice before putting a screen protector on your MacBook
While screen protectors are standard for smartphones, applying one to a MacBook can do more harm than good, damaging the anti-reflective coating and potentially interfering with proper closing.
Engadget · 5 Oct, 06:26
The Baltic paradox: wages rise, but the shadow economy holds steady
A new SSE Riga study finds that rising wages across the Baltic states have not translated into a smaller shadow economy, with Latvia's deep regional income gap playing a major role.
Žurnāls Ir · 5 Oct, 06:22
Why the Mac mini costs less than a MacBook
Apple's base Mac mini starts at $900 with the powerful new M6 chip, but it still undercuts the MacBook Air mainly because it ships without a screen, battery or input devices.
Engadget · 5 Oct, 05:24
BMW to discontinue the 2 Series Active Tourer with no successor planned
BMW has decided not to develop a new generation of the 2 Series Active Tourer, though the current model will stay in production until 2027 or 2028. The move is part of BMW's plan to streamline its lineup and shift focus toward electric vehicles.
iAuto.lv · 5 Oct, 05:20
How a second monitor can meaningfully boost your workflow
Adding a second monitor to a computer setup is considered one of the most valuable workspace upgrades, as it eases multitasking and can raise productivity. The benefits extend well beyond gamers or video and music professionals to everyday office workers.
Engadget · 5 Oct, 04:24
How retro game consoles rendered graphics before modern GPUs
For more than two decades, console graphics relied on custom fixed-function chips until the original Xbox introduced a PC-style graphics processor in 2001. The shift to fully programmable GPUs across the industry took another decade to complete.
Engadget · 5 Oct, 03:21
Money stolen by scammers hijacking UK social media accounts jumps 400%
The amount stolen by criminals who hijack people's emails and social media accounts in the UK has risen more than 400% in a year, official data shows, with fraudsters often using stolen identities to sell fake event tickets.
The Guardian World · 5 Oct, 02:20
Starlink Now Offers Six Dish Options — Here's How to Pick the Right One
Starlink has moved from a one-size-fits-all dish to six distinct hardware options for homes, travel and business use. Choosing the right one depends on intended use rather than price or specs alone.
Engadget · 5 Oct, 02:20
How to fix poor call quality on your iPhone
Poor iPhone call quality is usually caused by weak signal, outdated carrier settings or physical obstructions, and Engadget outlines several built-in fixes and simple troubleshooting steps.
Engadget · 5 Oct, 01:21
What VSync really does to your gaming frame rate
VSync is a setting that eliminates screen tearing by syncing a game's frame rate to the monitor's refresh rate, but it can introduce other issues like stuttering and input lag. Alternatives like FreeSync and G-Sync are often a better fix when supported hardware is available.
Engadget · 5 Oct, 00:27
Google pauses open source bug bounty program amid flood of AI-generated reports
Google has temporarily halted its open source vulnerability rewards program after a sharp increase in AI-generated submissions, most of which were invalid. The program is not expected to resume before the first quarter of 2027.
TechCrunch · 5 Oct, 00:25
New Fitbit Edge leaks in fresh photos
Android Headlines has published images revealing Google's upcoming Fitbit Edge fitness tracker, positioned as a successor to the aging Charge line and sitting between the minimalist Fitbit Air and the full-featured Pixel Watch.
The Verge · 5 Oct, 00:21
Upcoming touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro reportedly much lighter
Apple's next MacBook Pro, expected to debut next month with a touchscreen OLED display, is reportedly significantly lighter than current models thanks to redesigned, more compact internals. The device could mark an early hardware milestone under new Apple product chief John Ternus.
Engadget · 4 Oct, 23:24
Prick: the '90s industrial punk album blending bleakness with theatrical flair
Prick's self-titled debut album, partly produced by Trent Reznor, mixes industrial punk roughness with glam-rock theatricality. A review highlights the record as a more playful alternative to other '90s industrial releases.
The Verge · 4 Oct, 23:22
Trump declares shift from 'artificial intelligence' to 'super intelligence,' tech leaders sign non-binding safety pact
U.S. President Donald Trump met with top AI industry leaders this week and had them sign a legally non-binding 'Joint Commitment on Frontier Responsibilities,' while an executive order now directs U.S. officials to say 'super intelligence' instead of 'artificial intelligence.'
TechCrunch AI · 4 Oct, 23:21
Trump's AI summit: new 'super intelligence' label and toothless safety pact draw skepticism
U.S. President Donald Trump hosted top AI executives this week, announcing that the government will now use the term 'super intelligence' instead of 'artificial intelligence' and unveiling a voluntary safety pact. TechCrunch journalists say the agreement is legally non-binding and may be more about rebranding AI's image than real regulation.
TechCrunch · 4 Oct, 23:20
Five iPhone 18 Pro features worth trying right out of the box
Apple's new iPhone 18 Pro introduces a variable aperture main camera, extra manual photography controls, an upgraded Dynamic Island and faster charging. New owners are encouraged to test these features as soon as they unbox the device.
Engadget · 4 Oct, 22:25
Audi launches clearance sale on third-generation Q5 with discounts up to 51,000 euros
Audi is offering roughly 70 third-generation Q5 vehicles in a clearance sale, including both petrol and E-hybrid versions, at reduced prices. The cheapest front-wheel-drive version costs 39,950 euros, while the plug-in hybrid starts just above 51,000 euros.
iAuto.lv · 4 Oct, 21:29
Jagex developing fourth RuneScape game built on Unreal Engine
Jagex revealed at its RuneFest convention that a fourth major RuneScape title, currently codenamed RS4, is in development using Unreal Engine, with release still years away.
Engadget · 4 Oct, 21:24
Preliminary results show landslide win for United List in Latvia's 15th Saeima election
With counting nearly complete in Latvia's parliamentary election, the United List has secured a dominant lead while the Greens and Farmers Union failed to clear the 5% threshold. Voter turnout was the lowest since independence was restored.
Dienas Bizness · 4 Oct, 20:26
Škoda Peaq: new electric flagship offers seven seats and up to 633 km of range
Škoda has begun selling Peaq, its largest and most expensive electric vehicle to date, available with up to seven seats and priced in Latvia from €48,990. The model reached production eight years after its concept was first unveiled.
iAuto.lv · 4 Oct, 20:26
Decoding Sony's camera model naming system
Sony's camera lineup looks like an alphanumeric puzzle, but the A, RX and ZV naming actually follows a consistent logic. Here's a breakdown of how the system works.
Engadget · 4 Oct, 20:24
California tightens rules on robotaxis after clashes with emergency responders
California Governor Gavin Newsom this week signed a law requiring autonomous vehicle companies to assist first responders and imposing penalties when robotaxis obstruct them, with the rules taking effect in July 2028.
TechCrunch · 4 Oct, 19:24
How to limit Apple Intelligence features on iPhone with iOS 27
Apple has removed the single master switch for disabling Apple Intelligence in iOS 27, but users can still turn off most AI features individually by navigating through separate settings menus.
Engadget · 4 Oct, 19:20
Resigned NJ Lieutenant Governor Cites AI Chatbots as Proof of Innocence
Former New Jersey Lt. Governor Dale Caldwell, who resigned following a sexual harassment investigation, claims AI tools back his claim of innocence. Critics point out that AI chatbots are known to tell users what they want to hear.
The Verge · 4 Oct, 19:20