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European tech investment hit €72 billion in 2025, with France securing third place at €8. 7 billion....

EU fines X €120M for non-compliant researcher data access under the Digital Services Act. The ruling elevates research to a key part of regulatory oversight, not just observation.

Zurich AI startup Rapidata secures €7. 2M for its human feedback network, aiming to accelerate AI development....

Google Maps restricts access to speed camera and police presence alerts, requiring a user account. This move by Google aims to increase user engagement and data collection on its mapping platform.

Europe is shifting its telecom strategy away from low-cost operators, favoring major players serving millions. New rules aim to consolidate the market, prioritizing established giants over budget providers.

Norway's Kilter secures €6. 5M to scale AI-powered precision weeding robots, reducing pesticide use by up to 95%....

Nokia's patent dispute with Asus sparks sales ban in Germany, leaving PC owners without driver support. This legal battle disrupts product availability and user support across the region.

Tech leaders warn of AI dangers at a global summit, admitting it's hard to control. Simultaneously, they inject billions to accelerate AI's deployment, highlighting a dual approach to the technology.

Danish HealthTech Hemi Health raises €4M Seed funding for international expansion of its digital migraine and concussion care platform. The company utilizes a proprietary digital platform to deliver structured, outcome-driven treatment, connecting patients with specialists via video.

Meta shutters messenger. com domain, impacting user access to its messaging platform....

GDPR's promise to protect minors online faces a reality gap. Debated in a c't-Datenschutz podcast, the law's practical application struggles to shield young users effectively.

Former Meta executive Brian Boland testified that the company's ad system incentivized user engagement, including teens, despite risks. His testimony counters Mark Zuckerberg's framing of Meta's mission as balancing safety and free expression.

EU banks face €4-6 billion costs to implement the digital euro. The ECB proposes banks cover expenses via fees, potentially shifting the burden to consumers.

German Federal Employment Agency invests nearly €1B in digitization, focusing on SAP cloud and 32 AI tools. A major job project significantly impacted the budget for 2026.

Berlin AI startup Cognee lands €7. 5M for AI memory tech, driving European AI sovereignty....

Meta's planned "Malibu 2" smartwatch faces privacy hurdles before its 2026 launch. The AI-integrated wearable's release hinges on addressing data protection concerns for European users.

Spanish firms planned to boost hiring in 2026 but face a severe talent shortage. 81% of companies aim to expand, yet 93% struggle to find qualified candidates.

London AI startup Stacks secures $23M Series A, led by Lightspeed, to automate enterprise finance workflows. The AI platform consolidates scattered financial data, aiming to streamline accounting for 30 clients including Future and Epidemic Sound.

Ukraine's conflict showcases how satellite connectivity is the new battlefield advantage. Disconnected forces lose sight and coordination, proving speed is the ultimate weapon.

Dutch government seeks dialogue with tech market to build sovereign cloud infrastructure. 69 companies participated, highlighting potential while stressing government must make clear choices.