The New York state Legislature on Friday passed a bill that would allow parents to block their kids from getting social media posts suggested by a platform’s algori
This year’s edition of TNW Conference is right around the corner — along with summer, we hope. We have a spectacular line-up of speakers and we cannot wait to share the special atmosphere that sets TNW apart from other tech conferences out th
In the era of AI, are Hollywood’s threatening sci-fi robots poised to come to life? Peggy Johnson, CEO of Agility Robotics, separates hype from reality, explaining how Agility’s humanoid robot, Digit, is entering the industrial workforce today. The former CEO of augmented reality startup Magic Leap, Johnson shares what makes robot tech more tangible than AR and explores the sensitive relationship between robotics and human-held jobs.
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Social media is central in many of our lives, but few would say that’s a good thing. Despite its initial promise, swathes of Europeans feel the technology has had a negative impact on society. While it promised to bring us together, the opposite has
A nonprofit founded by right-wing billionaire Charles Koch was a “key contributor” to a recent video produced by MrBeast’s charity arm, according to those involved.
The video, titled, “ ">We Schooled Hundreds of Teachers,” was uploaded on April 30 to the YouTuber’s “Beast Philanthropy,” a second channel he uses to showcase charity work. MrBeast, whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson, lists
The boom in artificial intelligence will increase banks’ dependence on big U.S. tech firms, creating new risks for the industry, European banking executives said.
Excitement around using artificial intelligence (AI) in
In this episode we chat with Saumil Patel, co-founder and CEO of Squire AI. The company uses an agentic workflow to automatically review your code, write your pull requests, and even review and provide opinions on other people’s PRs. Different AI systems with specific capabilities work together as a mixture of experts, following a chain of thought approach to provide recommendations on security, code quality, error handling, performance, scalability, and more. https://stackoverflow.blog/2024/06/
NATO’s Innovation Fund has co-led a $22.5mn (€21mn) investment into iCOMAT, a UK startup building ultralight composites for the aerospace, automotive, and defence sectors. NATO’s fund has a budget of €1bn to back startups developing deep tec
Artificial intelligence is having a very real impact in the world of sports card trading, reshaping the way people analyze, value, and sell the collectables.
A growing number of startups have capitalized upon the technology to make the fast-paced world of sports cards more efficient. For a sector that expanded rapidly during the pandemic and is only continuing to grow, the addi
Copenhagen-based EvodiaBio has successfully raised an investment of €7 million, aiming to provide environmentally friendly solutions for various industries, starting with the beer industry. The round was led by both foreign and Danish investment funds, including EIFO and The March Group. This substantial capital infusion will be dedicated to commercialization and expansion efforts, positioning EvodiaBio […]
The realm of drinks and beverages is continuously evolving, driven by rapid technological advancements and the ever-increasing demand for healthier and more sustainable options. The dynamic nature of the beverage industry requires constant innovation and vigilance, making it a top priority for startups, businesses, and consumers worldwide. Across Europe, innovative startups are leading this transformation, […]
Friday is finally here and so is this week’s roundup of tech news from the Netherlands! From riveting developments in the chip sector to partnerships against financial fraud and concerns over smart camera technology, the first week of June has been action-pack
Hubble has seen better days—and with NASA formally rejecting SpaceX’s commercial repair offer, that’s unlikely to change.
Science missions have been paused since May 24, when one of the telescope’s three gyroscopes, used to orient the instrument toward targets in space, failed to return accurate telemetry readings.
To the rescue
Jared Isaacman, the billionaire entrepreneur and SpaceX astronau
During her chemistry Nobel Prize lecture in 2018, Frances Arnold said, “Today we can for all practical purposes read, write, and edit any sequence of DNA, but we cannot compose it.” That isn’t true anymore.
Since then, science and technology have progressed so much that artificial intelligence has learned to
Waves of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) are inundating social media platforms as bad actors target these sites for their accessibility and reach.
The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) reported 36 million cases of suspected CSAM in 2023, containing 100 million files. An overwhelming 85% came from Meta—primarily Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
As if NCMEC and law enforcement didn’t ha
Discover 15 proven strategies to boost Google Ads conversion rates. From keyword optimization to social proof, maximize ROI with these actionable tips.
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Bluehost launches an AI Site Creator that puts creating professional WordPress websites within reach of anyone
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BlackWood, a network and technology-driven venture capital fund, announced today the 2nd closing of its debut fund, BlackWood Ventures Fund I, raising a total of €14.7 million. The fund employs a systematic approach to identify and invest in the most promising early-stage startups across Europe. Using this method, the investment team has made 12 investments, […]
Personal Branding has been buzzing around the entrepreneurial world for some years now. For some founders, personal branding may come intuitively, naturally: They know how to position themselves in the spotlight, write about their experiences, share their learnings, reflect on mistakes, and celebrate successes. There are remarkable examples of entrepreneurs who have built their personal […]
Jihokorejští vědci zkombinovali běžně používané suroviny a vytvořili materiál, který by mohl nahradit mnohé obalové plasty. Prý je dostatečně pevný, voděodolný, přesto bezpečně biodegradovatelný i v mořském prostředí. http://www.osel.cz/13506-hledani-ekologicke-alternativy-k-plastovym-obalum.html
Originally developed to treat diabetes, GLP-1 agonists—now also popularly known as obesity drugs—have been making headlines for their weight-loss effects. Now, the commercial success of these GLP-1s such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound has unlocked a flurry of new research into how this blockbuster drug class may support more treatments beyond just diabetes and weight loss.
In this episode we chat with Saumil Patel, co-founder and CEO of Squire AI. The company uses an agentic workflow to automatically review your code, write your pull requests, and even review and provide opinions on other people’s PRs. Different AI systems with specific capabilities work together as a mixture of experts, following a chain of thought approach to provide recommendations on security, code quality, error handling, performance, scalability, and more. https://stackoverflow.blog/1970/01/
Nvidia is one of the hottest stocks out there, but the chipmaker is undergoing a significant shift: The company that is nearly single-handedly powering the current generative AI revolution is set to split its stock by a factor of 10 to 1.
The split takes place today, and will involve holde
Humane, the company behind the much-maligned AI Pin wearable device, appears to be having something of a fire sale, quite literally.
There are reports that the company is seeking a buyer at the same time it has warned owners of its gadget to “immediately” stop using the device’s charge case accessory, as it could pose a fire risk.
The warning came yesterday, as Humane said an internal investigation into the third-party vendor that supplied the battery cell in the charger
Automattic announced a new program that offers agencies a way to earn more with WordPress.com, Jetpack, WooCommerce and more
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When it comes to AI and music, most of the recent conversation has centered around generative AI. I believe that’s due to our understandably human and slightly fearful reaction to this new wave of creation. There are major concerns around artistic integrity, the demise of paid opportunities for working musicians, and many questions about control and copyright.
But, it’s helpful to remember that music composition is just one category in the AI music landscape, and AI’s im
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Shares of Nvidia on Wednesday hit a new all-time high, $1,223.59, bringing its market capitalization briefly above three trillion dollars for the first time ever. Nvidia is now third in line in market-cap among Mega Tech names, behind Microsoft in first place and Apple in second, and ahead of Alphabet.
There was no pa
Metamateriály se opět předvedly. Nový metapovrch s niobátem lithia je klíčovým prvkem nové technologie, která v podobě velmi tenkého filmu konvertuje fotony infračerveného záření přímo na viditelné světlo. Jen tak. Brýle s takovým filmem by umožnily vidět v noci podobně dobře jako s dnešním drahým a těžkým vybavením. http://www.osel.cz/13505-s-novou-technologii-nocniho-videni-by-mohl-v-noci-videt-kazdy.html
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Cars are great — until they break down, or need a service, or a roadworthy test. Then owning one can be a bit of a headache. Ricard Guillem knows this all too well. The 19-year-old from Barcelona grew up in a family of auto dealers and servicers. Guillem —
Europe is set to outspend the US on clean energy this year — but neither will come close to China’s investments. That’s according to new research from the International Energy Agency (IEA). It estimates that clean energy tech funding will hit $2 trillion in 20
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More AI researchers speak out against OpenAI’s safety practices
For months, I’ve been writing about concerns th
A look at some of the current thinking around chunking data for retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) systems. https://stackoverflow.blog/2024/06/06/breaking-up-is-hard-to-do-chunking-in-rag-applications/
A powerful privacy group has filed complaints in 11 EU countries about Meta’s plans to train AI models on personal data — without requesting consent from users. NOYB (none of your business) took the legal action over proposed changes to Meta’s privacy policy, which are du
This detailed guide reveals how to build and maintain a diverse backlink profile to boost your website's search performance.
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Google published a case study showing how adding structured data and improving crawlability nearly doubled the amount of clicks to the site
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Find out why information security and risk management are crucial. Understand effective strategies to protect valuable data and minimize potential risks.
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In this episode of the EU-Startups Podcast we’re catching up with Dirk Hoerig, co-founder and CEO of commercetools. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Munich, commercetools is the leading composable commerce platform that enables companies to tailor and scale shopping experiences across markets dynamically. It equips some of the world’s largest businesses, including Audi, Danone, […]
SmartLoC, a pioneering startup focused on developing a cutting-edge, fully digital B2B payment solution based on the monitoring of shipments and specifically tailored for international trade, announced the successful closure of its seed round, raising a total of €1.8 million. The round is led by High-Tech Gründerfonds (HTGF), one of the leading seed investors in […]
Quantica, an advanced additive manufacturing technology company based in Berlin, announced the increase of its Series A funding to a total of €19.7 million. The extension was led by a new investor, British private equity and VC firm West Hill Capital, as well as participation from a family owned company in the dental industry, Quantica […]
A few days ago, Airwallex sat down with Olivier Bisserier, former CFO at Booking.com. In that interview, Olivier spoke about scaling a business at speed, how we are thinking about work-life balance wrongly, and why modern CFOs must be tech-savvy and think like Olympians. His insights provide a valuable roadmap for navigating the challenges of […]
Slip, a platform redefining the role of receipts in retail, has raised a €2.9 million seed round led by Adjuvo and joined by Haatch Ventures, Unbundled VC, the Side by Side Partnership, and a range of angels including ASOS’ Executive Vice President of Customer & Marketing, Dan Elton, and former CIO at Frasers and former […]
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Sloyd, a Oslo-based pioneering 3D creation technology provider, has announced a €3 million seed funding round. Major global investors have participated in the funding round, including SPEEDRUN, a16z GAMES’ gaming accelerator, Antler, and Skyfall Ventures. Other investors include FreshFund, AceCap, Hartmann Capital and a number of high profile angel investors. The round included a strategic […]
More companies are embracing generative artificial intelligence as a part of their road map, and the need for experts to help build that technology is growing exponentially. New data from job posting service, Indeed, shows just how hungry corporate America is for AI workers.
In the past year, Indeed has seen a tenfold increase in the number of generative AI job postings, the company reported Wednesday. Over the past t
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Indický astrofyzik Naman Kumar hodil do kalných vod věd o temné energii kámen v podobě exotické hypotézy. Zahrnuje sice partnerský antivesmír, v němž čas plyne opačným směrem vzhledem k našemu vesmíru, ale nepotřebuje žádnou formu temné energie ani modifikování gravitace. http://www.osel.cz/13503-existence-antivesmiru-by-mohla-vysvetlit-rozpinani-vesmiru-bez-temne-energie.html
AI expert Britney Muller guides marketers through leveraging generative AI by utilizing its strengths while mitigating bias and limitations.
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When the tech industry describes AI’s role in its products, it hardly chooses language at random. Terms such as assistant and copilot reinforce that the human user remains firmly in charge—a comforting notion for anyone stressed over AI’s loose-cannon tendencies or even the prospect of it eventually rendering humans less essential t
We’re sadly accustomed to Russia interfering in our elections. An October 2023 U.S. government report warned Moscow tried to undermine public confidence in 11 elections across nine democracies between 2020 and 2022. And the country’s disinformation
At MozCon, Rand Fishkin shared recommendations based on purported Google leaks, sparking skepticism and debate.
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When the tech industry describes AI’s role in its products, it hardly chooses language at random. Terms such as assistant and copilot reinforce that the human user remains firmly in charge—a comforting notion for anyone stressed over AI’s loose-cannon tendencies or even the prospect of it eventually rendering humans less essential t
Last Christmas Eve, NewsBreak, a free app with roots in China that is the most downloaded news app in the United States, published an alarming piece about a small town shooting. It was headlined “Christmas Day Tragedy Strikes Bridgeton, New Jersey Amid Rising Gun Violence in Small Towns.”
The problem was, no such shooting took place. The Bridgeton, New Jersey police department posted a statement on Facebook on December 27 dismissing the article — produced using
Alinia AI, an alignment platform enabling companies’ safe and controlled deployment of generative AI, guided by their policies and business preferences, announces a successful €2.2 million pre-seed funding round. Speedinvest and Precursor led the round with participation from KFund and notable angels including Clem Délangue & Thom Wolf (Hugging Face Co-Founders), Tom Preston (GitHub Co-Founder), […]
In 2021, the European tech ecosystem was in rude health – smashing the $100 billion VC funding mark for the first time. Two years later, however, that number had halved with the annual State of European Tech report placing annual funding for 2023 at $45 million. The wider economic context can’t be ignored. 2023 again […]
Dutch semiconductor company NXP has teamed up with TSMC-backed Vanguard International Semiconductor (VIS) to build a $7.8bn (€7.2bn) chipmaking plant in Singapore. The new factory will make 300mm silicon wafers for 130-nanometre to 40-nanometre chips, which po