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Google opens access to AI model that generates games - shares plummet
Google shocks gaming industry by releasing "Project Genie," an AI prototype. This system generates entire virtual worlds from simple prompts, potentially revolutionizing game development.
SAP share price plummets – CEO Klein: "No matter what the market thinks"
SAP stock plunges as cloud revenue growth disappoints and AI narrative falters. The German software giant's shares tumble, reflecting investor concerns over its digital transformation pace.
Elon Musk is considering merging SpaceX with xAI or Tesla, according to Reuters: and the stock market is anxious
Elon Musk eyes SpaceX merger with Tesla or xAI, sparking market jitters. Discussions explore combining aerospace with automotive or AI, potentially creating a monumental business shift.
I've tested the best rival for Apple's 6,600 euro monitor, and it also includes Thunderbolt 5: LG UltraFine Evo 6K
LG launches its UltraFine Evo 6K monitor, challenging Apple's high-end display with advanced features. This 32-inch screen boasts 6K resolution and the first Thunderbolt 5 support for seamless Mac and Windows integration.
Amazon has started a domino effect: whoever delivers its packages also announces 30,000 layoffs
UPS slashes 30,000 jobs and closes 24 facilities as it cuts dependence on Amazon's low-margin packages. The delivery giant shifts strategy amid a domino effect from Amazon's e-commerce restructuring.
EDPB and EDPS warn: simplification of AI rules must not come at the expense of fundamental rights
EU data watchdogs warn the AI Act's simplification risks fundamental rights. The "Digital Omnibus" proposal faces scrutiny from EDPB and EDPS over potential trade-offs.
The AP in 2026: focus on mass surveillance, AI, and digital resilience
Dutch Data Protection Authority prioritizes mass surveillance, AI, and digital resilience for 2026-2028. The agency aims to better protect citizens in an increasingly digital world.
Apple buys startup Q.ai, in one of its biggest acquisitions ever
Apple secures AI startup Q. ai for $2 billion, one of its largest acquisitions ever....
Amazon negotiates investing 50 billion in OpenAI. The money would come in through the front door to go out through the back.
Amazon eyes $50B OpenAI investment, potentially valuing the AI firm at $830B. This move positions Amazon as a key player in the AI race, parallel to its existing partnership with rival Anthropic.
Schwarz Group secures more power at Aleph Alpha
German retail giant Schwarz Gruppe significantly boosts its stake in AI firm Aleph Alpha, acquiring Bosch's shares. This move solidifies the group's control over a key European AI player.
Thousands of children's conversations online: AI toys are a problem
AI-powered children's toys raise serious data privacy concerns, especially with manufacturers lacking IT security expertise. Thousands of children's conversations are exposed online due to these vulnerabilities.
Black day for Microsoft on the stock exchange: $357 billion in value gone
Microsoft's stock plummets $357 billion as soaring AI infrastructure costs cripple earnings. Investors punished the tech giant, erasing significant market value overnight.
Infrastructure-as-Code: formae offers multi-cloud support and developer SDK
Berlin-based formae expands its IaC platform with GCP, Azure, OCI, and OVHcloud support. A new plug-in SDK empowers developers with rapid, schema-secure extensions.
heise Offer: iX-Workshop: Securely set up and operate Microsoft 365 in compliance with data protection regulations
heise's iX Workshop dives into securing Microsoft 365 for European users. The training focuses on essential data protection and information security measures for enterprise environments.
EU starts procedure against Google to fairly share AI access and search data
EU launches DMA probe into Google for fair AI access and search data sharing. Regulators scrutinize Google's compliance with new competition rules, impacting its digital services.
Google's search engine change with AI was a mystery about its monetization. It will finally be another subscription
Google launches AI Plus subscription for €7. 99 monthly to integrate AI into search....
It is one of the best VPNs and costs less than two euros a month: Surfshark is a top tool to protect your privacy online
Surfshark VPN offers top-tier online privacy for just €1. 99/month, boosting security amid weekly data breaches....
Digital Omnibus: "The EU Commission is shaking the cornerstones of data protection"
EU Commission proposes exempting pseudonymized data from GDPR, sparking backlash from German data protection authorities. Critics argue this undermines fundamental data protection pillars.
WhatsApp introduces new strict account settings to protect you
WhatsApp rolls out stricter account settings to bolster user protection against cyberattacks. This adds an extra privacy and security layer on top of existing features.
Berlin: Opaque health database plans temporarily halted after urgent letter
Berlin health database plans halted after privacy chief's sharp criticism. Data protection concerns stall the Charité project, leaving its future uncertain despite coalition backing.