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Targeted consultation on safeguarding the EU’s data sovereignty
The European Commission launches a consultation on safeguarding EU data sovereignty and international data flows. The initiative seeks to understand dependencies and risks faced by European organizations regarding third-country access to data.
Spanish cybersecurity startup 8Layers extends pre-Seed round to €2.5 million total funding
Spanish cybersecurity firm 8Layers raises €1 million extension to its pre-Seed round, bringing total funding to €2. 5 million....
Cabinet presents international strategy for responsible AI
The Dutch government launched an international AI strategy for safe, responsible deployment. It focuses on strengthening competitiveness, AI sovereignty, and international cooperation.
State Trojan: Hope for a fundamental decision
Reporters Without Borders is suing the BND's use of state trojans before the European Court of Human Rights. The lawsuit calls for better protection for journalists and their informants against covert surveillance.
Nintendo confirms when the new revision of Switch 2 will arrive in Europe. And also that it will have less battery and more weight
Nintendo confirms a revised Switch 2 will launch in Europe this autumn, allowing for easier battery replacement to comply with EU regulations. The console's updated design will feature a more accessible battery but will also be heavier.
Europe’s magnet supply chain push gets €8 million boost from German startup alqem
Munich-based alqem secures €8M to build a European AI-driven materials supply chain. The startup aims to discover next-gen materials for EVs and wind turbines, reducing single-country dependency.
Joint Statement: Pegasus in the European Parliament, the EU Must Act Now
Civil society groups urge the EU to regulate spyware like Pegasus following new revelations. The European Parliament faces calls to act on the technology, which has raised significant privacy concerns.
From cash deposits to everyday rewards: London-based Stoa raises €2.1 million
London-based Stoa raises €2. 1M pre-Seed for its cash management platform....
Enforcement by supervisors is essential during Meta’s war of attrition
Bits of Freedom criticizes Meta's delay tactics in court, arguing for strict fines to ensure Big Tech compliance with EU platform laws. The Dutch Commissariat for the Media found social media hinders informed opinion, prompting legal action over non-profiling timelines.
FritzOS 8.25: New Terms of Use Spark Discussions
Fritz GmbH's FritzOS 8. 25 update deepens user privacy concerns by collecting MAC addresses and logs....
Mistral CEO warns closed AI models give providers ‘immense leverage’ over your business
Mistral AI CEO Arthur Mensch warns businesses against closed AI models, citing provider leverage and data retention risks. He advocates for open-source alternatives to maintain control over enterprise data and business operations.
The digital euro arrives in France, but its scope will be much more limited than expected
"L'euro numérique" arrives in France, but its scope will be far more limited than initially expected. The digital currency is now moving through its final implementation stages across the continent.
Quantum Systems raises $1.2B, IQM becomes first European quantum company on major US exchange, and European startup funding in June
European tech funding in June surpassed €1. 6 billion across over 55 deals....
IQM becomes the first European quantum company to list on a major US exchange
European quantum firm IQM listed on Nasdaq, marking a significant achievement for the continent's tech sector. The Finnish company's debut on the Global Select Market highlights its growth and the increasing prominence of European quantum computing.
Espoo-based IQM goes public on Nasdaq in European quantum first with €127 million in PIPE financing
Espoo-based IQM Quantum Computers goes public on Nasdaq, becoming Europe's first quantum tech firm to list publicly. The company raised €127 million in PIPE financing, bringing total growth funding to €475 million.
Google receives a fine of 4.1 billion euros for abuse of power with Android
EU fines Google €4. 1 billion for Android abuse....
Infineon opens new €5bn Smart Power Fab chip factory in Germany
Infineon opens new €5bn Smart Power Fab chip factory in Germany, months ahead of schedule. The Dresden plant represents Infineon's largest single investment and a major project for Germany.
Dublin’s Pilot Photonics wins €10.4m EIC backing for photonic chip scale-up
Dublin’s Pilot Photonics secures €10. 4m from the European Innovation Council for its AI data centre photonic chip technology....
IQM becomes first European quantum computing company to list on a major US exchange
IQM becomes the first European quantum computing firm to list on a major US exchange, Nasdaq, with a €337M cash position. The company has sold 23 quantum computers globally, leading the market with its full-stack systems.
The Government says Palantir is a national security risk. NATO, of which Spain is a partner, has put it in charge of its own
Spain joins France, Germany, and others in blocking new contracts with Palantir due to national security concerns. The unofficial ban stems from fears of sensitive data falling into the hands of a U....