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In 2010 a student from Barcelona was looking for an easy way to edit PDFs. 16 years later, it is one of the most viewed websites on the internet
Barcelona-born iLovePDF offers free PDF editing tools, growing into one of the internet's most visited websites. The platform simplifies document management for millions globally.
The death of home cooking: inviting people "for dinner" is increasingly becoming inviting them to order from Glovo
Glovo delivery surges as home cooking declines amid rising costs and time pressures. This digital shift reflects changing consumer habits, prioritizing convenience over traditional meal preparation.
The fake ChatGPT billboard that confused the Internet
OpenAI launches minimalist billboards promoting ChatGPT's daily utility across Europe. The campaign uses simple, ambiguous visuals to spark widespread public intrigue and discussion about the AI's role.
Digital sovereignty: 8 European alternatives to the services you use every day
Europe unveils 8 digital alternatives to replace Big Tech, championing private life over surveillance. These homegrown solutions cover search engines to AI, aiming for greater digital sovereignty.
VPN to Home: Set up FritzBox and WireGuard - It's that simple
How to set up a home VPN using FritzBox and WireGuard. Secure your connection for streaming and online safety.
Codename Sebile: Xbox Controller Leak Shows Planned Wifi Connectivity
Microsoft's new Xbox controller could boost cloud gaming with direct Wi-Fi, slashing latency. This hardware revision aims to revolutionize streaming experiences for gamers.
ElevenLabs raises $500M, Soundtrack acquires Tunify and Ambie, and Germany tops January figures
ElevenLabs raises $500M, positioning for IPO, as Soundtrack acquires Tunify and Ambie. Germany led January's tech funding, with over €1....
Nextcloud Activates the ADA Turbo: Significant Performance Improvements Arrive
Nextcloud unleashes its ADA Engine, slashing server load and speeding up large installations. This new data access architecture promises significant performance gains for the open-source platform.
Voluntary chat control: Exception rule extended for the second time
EU lawmakers are extending a temporary loophole for the second time, allowing internet services to voluntarily scan user communications. This exemption bypasses privacy rules for combating child sexual abuse, raising proportionality concerns.
An alliance between Ford and Geely sounds like melodic music for Almussafes. The reality is much more complex
Ford explores partnerships with Chinese EV makers like Geely for European production. Talks include technology sharing, potentially impacting its Almussafes plant.
Addictive Design: TikTok illegal in its current form under EU law
TikTok's addictive design violates EU's Digital Services Act, potentially making its current format illegal. The EU's preliminary findings suggest the platform's practices contravene new digital service regulations.
The European Commission says one thing with the Digital Omnibuses, but does something else
EU Commission proposals threaten digital rights by excluding pseudonymized data from GDPR and allowing processing of sensitive personal data. This risks mass surveillance and discrimination, undermining vital data protection safeguards.
Doom-scrolling and addiction risk: EU Commission calls for changes at TikTok
EU Commission flags TikTok for Digital Services Act violations over addictive design. Brussels demands platform changes to curb harmful user engagement.
Digital Services Act: EU Commission wants to limit TikTok use
EU Commission finds TikTok insufficient in curbing addictive platform risks. A preliminary ruling under the Digital Services Act could lead to penalties, citing concerns over youth mental health impacts.
Claude Code is becoming the big favorite among programmers. So much so that it already accounts for 4% of everything uploaded to GitHub
Claude Code surge como el favorito de los programadores, representando ya el 4% de los commits en GitHub. Esta IA generativa se proyecta alcanzar el 20% de contribuciones diarias para finales de 2026.
Brussels concludes that TikTok's "addictive design" violates EU law
Brussels finds TikTok's "addictive design" violates EU's Digital Services Act. This preliminary conclusion could lead to fines up to 6% of the platform's global revenue.
TikTok’s infinite scroll is too addictive, say EU regulators
EU regulators warn TikTok's addictive features may violate the Digital Services Act. A potential breach could force the platform to redesign its service to prevent harm.
Areas without network: ANACOM asks operators to activate national roaming
Portugal's ANACOM urges telcos to enable national roaming for areas hit by severe weather disruptions. The regulator seeks to restore essential communication services rapidly across affected regions.
OpenAI vs Anthropic : simultaneously, the two rivals release new AI models for developers
OpenAI and Anthropic launch new AI models for developers simultaneously. These rival releases intensify the competition in the rapidly advancing AI landscape.
From Milan to Liguria: 10 of the most promising Italian startups shaping the next tech cycle
Italian startups are accelerating tech innovation in fintech, AI, and B2B software. Brum, a digital driving license platform, exemplifies this shift, leveraging a mobile app to streamline the process for 2024 graduates.