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Kaspar Korjus, Co-founder and CEO of Pactum joins the EU-Startups Summit 2026 on May 7-8 in Malta
Kaspar Korjus, Co-founder and CEO of Pactum joins the EU-Startups Summit 2026 on May 7-8 in Malta

Kaspar Korjus, Co-founder and CEO of Pactum joins the EU-Startups Summit 2026 on May 7-8 in Malta

Kaspar Korjus of Pactum joins EU-Startups Summit in Malta to discuss Agentic AI for large-scale commercial negotiations. His platform optimizes agreements, driving value for enterprises.

February 9, 2026 at 15:29
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Brussels eyes crowbar for Meta's WhatsApp AI lockout
Brussels eyes crowbar for Meta's WhatsApp AI lockout

Brussels eyes crowbar for Meta's WhatsApp AI lockout

Brussels eyes crowbar for Meta's WhatsApp AI lockout. EU regulators are pressuring Meta to unlock WhatsApp's AI features for third-party services, signaling a new regulatory push.

February 9, 2026 at 13:46
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What is Claude Code and what can this tool do for programming with artificial intelligence from your computer's terminal
What is Claude Code and what can this tool do for programming with artificial intelligence from your computer's terminal

What is Claude Code and what can this tool do for programming with artificial intelligence from your computer's terminal

Anthropic launches Claude Code, an AI tool for developers to generate programming code directly from their computer's terminal. This integration streamlines workflows by eliminating the need for separate applications and constant web queries for coding assistance.

February 9, 2026 at 13:29
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The European Union has put €700 million into NanoIC
The European Union has put €700 million into NanoIC

The European Union has put €700 million into NanoIC

EU launches €700M NanoIC pilot line to boost advanced chip development. The imec facility accelerates prototyping for companies and startups, focusing on beyond-2nm SoC technologies.

February 9, 2026 at 12:41
The Next Web
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MuseCool is using audio AI to fix the biggest problem in music education
MuseCool is using audio AI to fix the biggest problem in music education

MuseCool is using audio AI to fix the biggest problem in music education

London-based MuseCool uses AI to gamify music education, offering personalized lessons and AI-supported practice tools. The startup aims to bridge traditional teaching with data-driven feedback for improved student progress.

February 9, 2026 at 12:00
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European Commission probes intrusion into staff mobile management backend
European Commission probes intrusion into staff mobile management backend

European Commission probes intrusion into staff mobile management backend

European Commission probes intrusion into staff mobile management backend. The breach impacts sensitive data on employee devices, raising cybersecurity concerns across EU institutions.

February 9, 2026 at 11:37
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Matrix is quietly becoming the chat layer for governments chasing digital sovereignty
Matrix is quietly becoming the chat layer for governments chasing digital sovereignty

Matrix is quietly becoming the chat layer for governments chasing digital sovereignty

Matrix is emerging as a key chat platform for European governments prioritizing digital sovereignty. The open-source, end-to-end encrypted protocol offers an alternative to Big Tech messaging services.

February 9, 2026 at 11:15
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Irish co-founded 9fin approaches unicorn status with current raise – reports
Irish co-founded 9fin approaches unicorn status with current raise – reports

Irish co-founded 9fin approaches unicorn status with current raise – reports

Irish-founded 9fin nears $1bn valuation in reported funding talks. The London-based credit research startup's potential unicorn status highlights European fintech growth.

February 9, 2026 at 10:35
Silicon Republic
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European tech weekly recap: €1.4B in deals and January's highlights
European tech weekly recap: €1.4B in deals and January's highlights

European tech weekly recap: €1.4B in deals and January's highlights

European startups secured over €1. 4 billion in funding last week....

February 9, 2026 at 10:00
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Dcycle acquires ESG-X to scale sustainability data management in Europe
Dcycle acquires ESG-X to scale sustainability data management in Europe

Dcycle acquires ESG-X to scale sustainability data management in Europe

Dcycle acquires ESG-X, boosting sustainability data management across Europe. The deal accelerates AI-driven reporting and data residency capabilities amid rising EU disclosure obligations.

February 9, 2026 at 07:10
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UK- and Spain-based sustainability data platform Dcycle acquires Germany’s ESG-X to accelerate DACH expansion
UK- and Spain-based sustainability data platform Dcycle acquires Germany’s ESG-X to accelerate DACH expansion

UK- and Spain-based sustainability data platform Dcycle acquires Germany’s ESG-X to accelerate DACH expansion

UK- and Spain-based Dcycle acquires Germany's ESG-X, merging AI sustainability reporting with data management. This consolidation accelerates their DACH expansion to meet growing European ESG data regulation demands.

February 9, 2026 at 06:50
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Costco has arrived in Spain in the midst of a hypermarket recession. It has an ace up its sleeve: same-day online sales
Costco has arrived in Spain in the midst of a hypermarket recession. It has an ace up its sleeve: same-day online sales

Costco has arrived in Spain in the midst of a hypermarket recession. It has an ace up its sleeve: same-day online sales

Costco launches same-day online delivery in Spain, partnering with Instacart. This digital expansion aims to bolster its wholesale model against established local competitors.

February 8, 2026 at 13:31
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If you think you can win long-term against a betting house we have bad news: they have you figured out from the start
If you think you can win long-term against a betting house we have bad news: they have you figured out from the start

If you think you can win long-term against a betting house we have bad news: they have you figured out from the start

Gambling firms identify skilled bettors from the start, limiting their wagers before significant wins. Algorithms assess players with 80-90% certainty of their profit potential before their first bet.

February 8, 2026 at 11:01
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GOG is already working on native Linux support
GOG is already working on native Linux support

GOG is already working on native Linux support

GOG launches native Linux support for its Galaxy client, responding to Linux's growing role in PC gaming. Work is underway, signaling a significant move for the digital storefront.

February 7, 2026 at 21:23
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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
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

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.

February 7, 2026 at 16:01
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The death of home cooking: inviting people "for dinner" is increasingly becoming inviting them to order from Glovo
The death of home cooking: inviting people "for dinner" is increasingly becoming inviting them to order from Glovo

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.

February 7, 2026 at 15:01
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ElevenLabs raises $500M, Soundtrack acquires Tunify and Ambie, and Germany tops January figures
ElevenLabs raises $500M, Soundtrack acquires Tunify and Ambie, and Germany tops January figures

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....

February 6, 2026 at 16:01
Tech.eu
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An alliance between Ford and Geely sounds like melodic music for Almussafes. The reality is much more complex
An alliance between Ford and Geely sounds like melodic music for Almussafes. The reality is much more complex

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.

February 6, 2026 at 15:01
Xataka
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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 is becoming the big favorite among programmers. So much so that it already accounts for 4% of everything uploaded to GitHub

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.

February 6, 2026 at 14:01
Xataka
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TikTok’s infinite scroll is too addictive, say EU regulators
TikTok’s infinite scroll is too addictive, say EU regulators

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.

February 6, 2026 at 13:41
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