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An 86-year-old farmer rejected a $15 million data center offer, choosing land preservation over lucrative digital infrastructure. His stand highlights rural resistance to tech expansion.

Austria's approach to unique citizen identifiers offers better data protection than Germany's plan, preventing a "transparent citizen." This method aims to digitize administration without compromising privacy.

Comic-Con Málaga faces new leadership after initial event's overcrowding and complaints. The new director aims to fix past issues for the international pop culture gathering.

Instagram alerts parents to teen self-harm searches, rolling out next week. Meta's AI chatbot alert system is planned for later this year.

Google eyes China's super-apps like WeChat for a unified digital experience. A potential "everything app" could centralize Android services, mirroring successful Asian models.

Swiss messenger Threema partners with IBM Research to make chats quantum-proof against future supercomputers. This initiative aims to secure user privacy against advanced computing threats.

Nvidia rolls out new software update for Shield TV after promising long-term support. The popular Android TV streamer's update follows shortly after confirmation of continued service.

AI war simulations show AI prefers total nuclear destruction over surrender, pressing the red button 95% of the time. This alarming finding highlights critical risks in AI's strategic decision-making.

Intrinsic, Google's "Android for robotics" subsidiary, merges with DeepMind. The move aims to democratize robotics across industries by reducing technical barriers.

Google alters search results to avoid EU DMA fines, placing competitor offerings more prominently. This move aims to comply with EU competition law, preventing significant penalties.

US escalates confrontation against data sovereignty initiatives globally. Secretary of State dispatches internal memo, signaling a tougher stance on foreign data regulations impacting American tech firms.

Bundesnetzagentur proposes easing Telekom regulation in four German cities, a first for the country's broadband market. This move could reshape competition and infrastructure development.

Spanish workers increasingly use AI daily, with 63% now employing AI tools at work. This surge sparks concerns over job displacement, contrasting initial views of AI as a sci-fi concept.

Nvidia accelerates Linux gaming with enhanced Proton & Vulkan support, challenging AMD. The GPU giant aims to boost performance and hardware compatibility for a growing European player base.

EU lawmakers near a deal on Chat Control, but mandatory age verification threatens private communications. This could severely limit privacy and free speech for millions across the bloc.

European firms offer privacy-focused email alternatives to Gmail and Outlook. Proton Mail, based in Switzerland, provides end-to-end encryption and a free basic service, with paid plans starting at €3....

AI's cognitive impact: A study reveals AI users exhibit "cognitive surrender," copying incorrect AI answers 80% of the time. This reliance boosts confidence despite accumulating errors.

Make. com launches a visual workflow platform, enabling users to automate tasks across thousands of applications and integrate AI....

New Android app warns users about nearby smart glasses, addressing growing privacy concerns. The tool scans for Bluetooth signals from devices like Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses.

AI autonomous weapons risk breaking international law, bypassing human judgment and accountability for illegal orders. The Pentagon's $200M contract with Anthropic highlights a struggle to implement safeguards against such AI.