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Your Choice by Default thanks to the EU’s Digital Markets Act
EU's Digital Markets Act grants consumers more choice and control since March 2024. The DMA compels tech giants to end unfair practices, fostering fairer prices and innovation across online services.
Madrid-based TaxDown secures €4 million from BBVA Spark to scale AI-driven digital tax platform
Madrid-based TaxDown secures €4 million to scale its AI-driven digital tax platform. The FinTech aims to simplify tax filing for millions, with expansion plans and AI development central to its strategy.
DealFlowAgent raises €646.2k led by early Uber and SpaceX backer to scale AI-native investment bank for SME M&A
AI-native investment bank DealFlowAgent secures €646. 2k to scale its platform for SME M&A....
Friday: GPT-5.4 as the AI for all cases, first details on WhatsApp premium subscription
German publication reports on GPT-5. 4 AI capabilities, WhatsApp premium features, and Xbox PC gaming....
Lawmakers just advanced online safety laws that require age verification at the app store
US lawmakers advance child safety bills requiring app stores to implement age verification. This package, including the KIDS Act, moves to the House floor for a vote.
Digital Services Act: The Trusted Flagger system is still faltering
EU's Digital Services Act "Trusted Flagger" system falters, hindering platforms' content moderation efforts. Initial insights reveal significant room for improvement in this crucial EU regulation.
Ajit Varma on Firefox’s new AI controls: ‘We believe in user choice’
Firefox introduces new AI controls, empowering users to disable AI features entirely or customize their preferences. This move reflects a growing demand for user choice and privacy in the age of artificial intelligence.
German companies are massively ignoring NIS2 obligations
German firms largely ignore NIS2 cybersecurity mandates, warns Schwarz Digits. Nearly half of businesses are unaware of their obligations, risking severe penalties, especially small businesses.
Preorders for Apple’s colorful MacBook Neo come with a $25 gift card
Best Buy offers a $25 gift card for MacBook Neo preorders, with a 256GB model at $599. This budget laptop features Apple's A18 Pro chip and 8GB RAM.
Revolut makes fresh bid for US banking licence
Fintech giant Revolut aims for US banking licence to fuel global expansion. If approved, the $75bn company can offer loans and credit cards directly across all 50 states.
NVIDIA was going to make the mother of all investments in OpenAI, but the era of favors among friends is over
NVIDIA's massive AI investment plans with OpenAI have reportedly stalled as corporate relationships shift. The chip giant remains the backbone of AI, powering global data centers.
Validio closes $30M Series A to address enterprise data quality challenges
Data quality startup Validio secures $30M Series A to automate enterprise data monitoring and management. The funding accelerates global expansion, addressing AI's reliance on high-quality data.
Cheer Games closes $4.5M pre-seed round for mobile gaming platform
Mobile puzzle studio Cheer Games secures $4. 5M pre-seed funding....
BIO2 version 1.3 for all government levels
Dutch government security framework BIO2 updates to v1. 3, aligning with the Cybersecurity Act....
Meta will allow rival AI chatbots on WhatsApp in Europe, but for a fee
Meta opens WhatsApp to rival AI chatbots in Europe for a fee, impacting messaging services. Pricing ranges from €0....
Ikea’s Matter-compatible smart bulbs are now available in the US
Ikea launches affordable Matter-compatible smart bulbs in the US, a month ahead of schedule. The new Kajplats bulbs offer smart home functionality at lower price points.
Fintech giant Revolut: Will the US expansion succeed despite N26's failure?
Fintech giant Revolut eyes US banking license, risking a path others couldn't navigate. The British firm aims for American expansion, building on its European digital banking success.
Iran is directing its attacks where it knows it hurts the West: energy and data centers
Iran targets Western energy and data centers with drone attacks, seeking to inflict maximum damage. This strategic shift leverages kamikaze drones like the Shahed-136, previously used in Ukraine.
Judge rules in preliminary injunction case Reddit v. AP
Reddit loses court battle with Dutch Data Protection Authority. The court rejected all of Reddit's requests against the AP, signaling a setback for the social media giant.
Apple Music adds optional labels for AI songs and visuals
Apple Music mandates voluntary AI labeling for music and visuals, impacting artists and labels globally. Transparency tags now cover AI-generated tracks, compositions, artwork, and videos on the platform.