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MediaMarkt kicks off its Web Week with good discounts on TVs, mobiles, and more
MediaMarkt launches Web Week and Techmania sales, offering significant discounts on TVs, smartphones, and audio devices. The promotion features a Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 smartphone for €199 and a 55-inch Xiaomi Mini LED TV for €399.
X (Twitter) is not working: the social network is down worldwide
X (Twitter) suffered a global outage affecting web and app users. The platform experienced widespread issues preventing users from reading posts.
After spooking Hollywood, ByteDance will tweak safeguards on new AI model
ByteDance is improving safeguards on its AI video generator after Hollywood accuses it of copyright violation. Generated videos of actors went viral, prompting concerns about IP infringement and potential EU regulatory scrutiny.
Cyber Resilience Act: ORC Working Group publishes first white paper
EU regulators unveil new cybersecurity rules targeting digital products. Open source software stewards are now recognized as key legal actors under the Cyber Resilience Act.
Here are the 55 best Presidents Day deals we’ve found so far
Presidents Day sales slash prices on top tech gadgets, offering significant savings on popular brands. Score deals on wireless earbuds, iPads, and LG OLED TVs before they expire.
Big Tech are paying up to $600,000 to influencers to promote their AI. Now the race is about perception
Big Tech firms like Google and Microsoft are paying influencers up to $600,000 to promote their AI services. This surge in influencer marketing aims to shape public perception and capture new users for generative AI platforms.
The best apps for Android 2026: new, essential, and hidden gems
Spanish tech publication Xataka compiles a list of essential Android apps for 2026, blending new releases with timeless favourites. The curated selection aims to equip new Android users with top-tier software beyond pre-installed options.
Samsung Galaxy S26+: Prototype for sale on Craigslist surfaced
Samsung Galaxy S26+ prototype surfaces online for $1650, revealing a new camera design and privacy display. This leak offers an early glimpse at potential hardware innovations.
Safety on Rails: The Railway is Arming Up – Data Protectionists Urge Caution
German railways will deploy bodycams after violent attacks, sparking privacy concerns. Experts demand strict rules for personal data protection amid the rollout.
Google criticizes Europe's plan to adopt free software
Google criticizes EU digital sovereignty plans favoring open-source software. The tech giant warns Brussels' policies could hinder innovation and reduce user choice by reducing reliance on US firms.
There are people poisoning our AI's memory to manipulate us. And Microsoft has sounded all alarms
Microsoft warns AI summarization features are being poisoned. Hackers inject hidden instructions to manipulate AI output and influence user perception....
AI needs electricity around the clock. And that's bringing gas back to the center of the system
AI's massive power demands strain renewables, forcing tech giants like Google and Microsoft back to natural gas. This shift raises emissions concerns, challenging climate pledges as data center electricity use surges.
Spotify states that its engineers have not written code for months. AI resolves
Spotify engineers now use AI for coding, dramatically boosting productivity with their Honk system. This shift signals AI's growing role in software development across Europe.
Spotify Co-CEO: Top developers no longer write code thanks to AI
Spotify's co-CEO sparks debate, claiming top engineers now oversee AI instead of writing code. This shift suggests a significant future impact on software development roles within tech giants.
In the midst of the RAM crisis, Intel strikes back with ZAM. It is the chip to break South Korean hegemony
Intel launches ZAM chip to challenge South Korean dominance in the memory market. The move aims to disrupt the ongoing RAM crisis and bolster Intel's position.
Meta’s Quest 3S is $50 off, and includes Batman: Arkham Shadow for free
Meta slashes Quest 3S VR headset price by $50, bundling it with Batman game to boost adoption. This move comes amidst Reality Labs job cuts, signaling a push for broader consumer engagement in the metaverse.
In 1968, a man came up with the idea of creating the first tablet in history. The problem is that he was decades ahead of his time
Early innovator Alan Kay conceived the first tablet concept, the Dynabook, in 1968. This visionary device predated modern tablets by decades.
Roborock F25 Ace Pro, review: I thought it was impossible, but at last a vacuum cleaner has managed to get me to retire the mop
Roborock launches new vacuum-mop for €799, featuring 25000 Pa suction and Wi-Fi connectivity. The F25 Ace Pro promises a true cleaning experience with hot water brush washing and 60-minute battery life.
The mobile app from Google Photos gets a new design
Google Photos ditches fixed navigation for a floating design, optimizing screen space for images. New UI integrates AI search into a modern capsule element for enhanced user experience.
Migration Control: An AI chatbot from Frontex is to advise on self-deportation
Frontex launches an AI chatbot to advise refugees on "voluntary" returns, citing low risk under the AI Act. The app details financial incentives and support for departing the EU.