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Daily digest of all European digital development news
Putting solar panels on an electric car sounds like a total win-win: the reality of extra range is a cold shower
Solarstic, a Hyundai spin-off, unveiled integrated solar panels for EVs at CES 2026, promising up to 80 km daily range boost. This innovation moves beyond traditional glass panels, using lightweight polymers for improved aerodynamics and safety.
Farewell to 30 years of old technology: NTLM loses its place in Windows
Microsoft retires NTLM, a 30-year-old security protocol, from Windows, enhancing platform defense. This move signifies a major shift towards modern authentication standards in future operating system versions.
Microsoft will copy Apple and bring Windows 11 closer to macOS
Microsoft revamps Windows 11 desktop, mirroring macOS and Linux interfaces. New UI aims for greater user familiarity and streamlined navigation for millions.
Google opens access to AI model that generates games - shares plummet
Google shocks gaming industry by releasing "Project Genie," an AI prototype. This system generates entire virtual worlds from simple prompts, potentially revolutionizing game development.
Weekly funding round-up! All of the European startup funding rounds we tracked this week (Jan. 26-30)
Paris's Twin secured €8. 4M for automation tools, while Germany's heyData raised €13....
SAP share price plummets – CEO Klein: "No matter what the market thinks"
SAP stock plunges as cloud revenue growth disappoints and AI narrative falters. The German software giant's shares tumble, reflecting investor concerns over its digital transformation pace.
Elon Musk is considering merging SpaceX with xAI or Tesla, according to Reuters: and the stock market is anxious
Elon Musk eyes SpaceX merger with Tesla or xAI, sparking market jitters. Discussions explore combining aerospace with automotive or AI, potentially creating a monumental business shift.
I've tested the best rival for Apple's 6,600 euro monitor, and it also includes Thunderbolt 5: LG UltraFine Evo 6K
LG launches its UltraFine Evo 6K monitor, challenging Apple's high-end display with advanced features. This 32-inch screen boasts 6K resolution and the first Thunderbolt 5 support for seamless Mac and Windows integration.
How Distance Technologies is giving armoured vehicle crews x-ray-like vision
Finnish startup Distance Technologies equips armoured vehicles with x-ray vision using glasses-free mixed reality. Their tech turns windows into AR displays, enhancing battlefield situational awareness and training.
What Series A founders get wrong about hiring
European startups face hiring pitfalls, with recruitment costs consuming up to 20% of funding. Founders must build talent acquisition as scalable infrastructure, not reactive events.
Want digital sovereignty? That'll be 1% of your GDP into AI infrastructure please
"Europe pushes for AI digital sovereignty with a proposed 1% GDP investment in AI infrastructure. This move aims to bolster domestic capabilities and reduce reliance on foreign tech giants."
Amazon has started a domino effect: whoever delivers its packages also announces 30,000 layoffs
UPS slashes 30,000 jobs and closes 24 facilities as it cuts dependence on Amazon's low-margin packages. The delivery giant shifts strategy amid a domino effect from Amazon's e-commerce restructuring.
EDPB and EDPS warn: simplification of AI rules must not come at the expense of fundamental rights
EU data watchdogs warn the AI Act's simplification risks fundamental rights. The "Digital Omnibus" proposal faces scrutiny from EDPB and EDPS over potential trade-offs.
The AP in 2026: focus on mass surveillance, AI, and digital resilience
Dutch Data Protection Authority prioritizes mass surveillance, AI, and digital resilience for 2026-2028. The agency aims to better protect citizens in an increasingly digital world.
Apple buys startup Q.ai, in one of its biggest acquisitions ever
Apple secures AI startup Q. ai for $2 billion, one of its largest acquisitions ever....
Mos Health secures $1.1M to expand personalised health offerings
Polish-American startup Mos Health secures $1. 1M for its AI health platform....
Amazon negotiates investing 50 billion in OpenAI. The money would come in through the front door to go out through the back.
Amazon eyes $50B OpenAI investment, potentially valuing the AI firm at $830B. This move positions Amazon as a key player in the AI race, parallel to its existing partnership with rival Anthropic.
Spotify confirms Turkish office opening
Spotify launches new Istanbul office, signaling a "structural" commitment to Turkey as a priority market. The move follows government pressure and a resolved dispute over content, with Turkish music exports surging.
Schwarz Group secures more power at Aleph Alpha
German retail giant Schwarz Gruppe significantly boosts its stake in AI firm Aleph Alpha, acquiring Bosch's shares. This move solidifies the group's control over a key European AI player.
UK’s WealthAi closes €837k pre-Seed to automate workflows for private banks and family offices
UK's WealthAi secures €837k pre-Seed for its AI-driven wealth management OS. This funding fuels a growing European trend of significant investment in AI-powered FinTech solutions.