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Microsoft rolls out new AI-powered features across OneDrive, Teams, and Word. The updates aim to boost productivity for millions of Microsoft 365 users.

Dutch fintech Silverflow secures €37M Series B for cloud-native payment processing. The funding accelerates global expansion and workforce growth by over 50%, aiming to replace outdated systems.

noyb criticizes EU's GDPR "simplification" as misaligned with business needs, finding participant responses contradict Commission's direction. The report highlights the gap between proposed changes and practical GDPR implementation.

Europol shutters Tycoon2FA, a major phishing platform, in a significant blow to cybercrime. This action disrupts a key tool used by criminals to steal credentials and access sensitive data.

Dutch data watchdog warns of critical AI risks, urging swift regulation and enforcement. Urgent clarity is needed for organizations to avoid discriminatory algorithms, with no current means to address non-compliance.

Nvidia launches an open-source model to empower telcos with autonomous workflows. This move challenges established network giants like Ericsson and Nokia in the European market.

Europeans increasingly favor homegrown tech firms over global giants, seeking alternatives for services like Gmail and WhatsApp. This shift highlights a growing demand for European digital solutions.

Spanish tech outlet Xataka launches "Xtra," a subscription community offering exclusive content and perks. The initiative aims to foster a direct relationship with readers and provide an "extra" layer of value without a paywall for regular content.

Apple launches MacBook Neo, targeting the budget laptop market with iPhone 16 Pro's A18 Pro chip. The device features a 13-inch display and 256GB storage.

Portugal's Ministry of Health warns of fake messages targeting citizens with fraudulent payment requests and malicious links. This scam exploits trust in public health services, risking personal data and finances.

Nvidia's latest driver update, 595. 71, unexpectedly throttles gaming performance by imposing unusually low GPU voltage and power limits....

Techstars shutters its Turin accelerator, the latest European exit amid funding challenges. The program supported 69 startups, raising over $200M, but a strategic shift prioritizes "quality over quantity."

Google Maps rolls out AI-generated reviews, sparking criticism for potentially creating fake content. The platform is testing the feature to simplify information discovery for users.

Spain’s PLD Space secures €180M for satellite launch infrastructure, advancing commercial operations. The company aims for over 30 launches annually by 2030.

London- and Berlin-based Diligent AI secures €2. 1M to automate financial crime compliance with AI agents....

EIF backs deeptech defence startups with €50M investment in Join Capital Fund III. The fund targets 25 early-stage European companies developing technologies for defence, security, and space applications.

Spain's PLD Space secures €180M to launch commercial space operations, accelerating European ambitions for market autonomy. The funding fuels industrial scale-up for its MIURA 5 rocket, targeting a growing global customer base.

EU pushes Chat Control legislation, risking end-to-end encryption. Digital Fairness Act aims to disrupt extractive business models impacting user rights.

London-based Diligent AI secures $2. 5M to deploy AI agents automating financial crime compliance....

EU shifts AML/CFT burden to private firms, creating extensive financial surveillance. Revised rules, set to take effect mid-2027, expand this system, impacting ordinary citizens.