Europe: News
16 Apr 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningEurope's AI pioneer expresses skepticism over artificial general intelligence
Arthur Mensch, the leader of Europe's emerging AI company, Mistral, has voiced skepticism about the pursuit of artificial general intelligence (AGI).
09 Apr 2024
FairphoneFairphone challenges disposable trend in Europe with innovative repairable earbuds
Dutch tech firm, Fairphone, has launched a unique pair of wireless earbuds called 'Fairbuds.'
09 Apr 2024
Climate ChangeHuman rights violated by Switzerland's climate inaction, says European court
In a significant victory for climate change activists, the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) ruled in favor of a group of old Swiss women today.
08 Apr 2024
United States of AmericaExplained: US bird flu outbreak, concerns of next pandemic
The diagnosis of the H5N1 bird flu virus in a Texas farm worker in the United States, the second human case in the United States, has raised concerns.
07 Apr 2024
Maruti SuzukiMaruti Suzuki aims high with export goals for FY25
Maruti Suzuki, a leading player in the Indian car market, has set ambitious export targets for the coming years.
02 Apr 2024
AppleAlternative app shop AltStore to offer Patreon-backed apps in EU
The European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA) has instigated a significant shift in Apple's App Store ecosystem, enabling the emergence of alternative app stores.
02 Apr 2024
TikTokTikTok counters content criticism with STEM feed launch in Europe
TikTok, the popular social media app, has announced plans to extend its dedicated Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) feed to Europe.
25 Mar 2024
PorschePorsche ends Boxster and Cayman availability in EU: Here's why
Porsche has officially confirmed the cessation of its entry-level sports cars, the Boxster and Cayman, in the European Union.
25 Mar 2024
GoogleGoogle Wallet now mandates device unlocking for all transactions
Google is introducing a significant modification to its Google Wallet service, mandating users to unlock their devices for every transaction, regardless of the amount.
19 Mar 2024
FacebookMeta proposes lower subscription fees for ad-free Facebook, Instagram
Meta is planning a significant reduction in its monthly subscription charges for Facebook and Instagram in response to privacy and antitrust regulator concerns.
10 Mar 2024
AppleDMA effect: Apple reinstates Epic Games in Europe
Epic Games has announced that Apple has restored its developer account in the European Union, allowing the gaming company to launch its Epic Games Store and bring Fortnite back to iOS devices in Europe.
07 Mar 2024
AppleApple calls Epic Games 'untrustworthy' and terminates its developer account
US tech giant Apple has axed Epic Games' developer account.
06 Mar 2024
SpotifySpotify to display subscription pricing in its EU app
Spotify is changing its tune in the European Union by opting not to offer in-app purchases.
06 Mar 2024
GoogleGoogle outlines changes done to ensure DMA compliance in EU
Google has announced over 20 updates to align with the European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA) deadline (March 7).
06 Mar 2024
AppleApple releases iOS 17.4 with major changes for EU users
Apple's latest iOS 17.4 update is here, and it's packed with new features.
04 Mar 2024
AppleApple fined $2 billion by EU antitrust regulators: Here's why
Apple has been fined €1.84 billion (around $2 billion) by the European Union (EU) antitrust regulators due to its App Store policies, following a complaint by Spotify.
04 Mar 2024
WhatsAppWhatsApp to allow sending messages to Signal, Telegram users soon
WhatsApp is gearing up to introduce a chat interoperability feature, permitting users to send messages to other messaging apps like Signal and Telegram.
01 Mar 2024
IsraelBelgian Malinois: Special Forces' top pick
Belgian Malinois are deemed the most intelligent canines due to their independence, problem-solving abilities, quick responsiveness, and adeptness at reading humans.
29 Feb 2024
GoogleGoogle faces $2.3bn lawsuit from European media groups: Here's why
Google is facing a massive $2.3 billion lawsuit from 32 media groups, including big names like Axel Springer and Schibsted.
25 Feb 2024
WhatsAppWhatsApp to update Terms of Service, Privacy Policies in Europe
WhatsApp is gearing up to update its Terms of Service and Privacy Policies for users in Europe, in line with the Digital Services Act and Digital Markets Act.
21 Feb 2024
Narendra ModiModi meets Mitsotakis: A review of Indo-Greek ties
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will hold bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi during his two-day state visit to India—the first by any Greek leader in 15 years.
08 Feb 2024
AustraliaAustralia: Employees allowed to ignore bosses' calls after work hours
Australia is gearing up to implement a groundbreaking "right to disconnect" law, which would allow workers to disregard "unreasonable calls," messages, and emails from their bosses when off the clock.
08 Feb 2024
Climate ChangeJanuary 2024 was the world's warmest on record
January 2024 was the hottest January ever recorded, with global temperatures reaching 1.66°C above pre-industrial levels, a monitoring agency said on Thursday.
07 Feb 2024
AppleApple rolls out iOS 17.4 beta 2 update: What's new?
Apple has rolled out the iOS 17.4 beta 2 update for developers, and plans to release a stable version to all users in March.
25 Jan 2024
AppleApple plans to charge developers for sideloading apps in EU
Apple is gearing up for new European regulations, that will force the tech giant to let users download applications from sources outside its App Store.
22 Jan 2024
British AirwaysFumes in cockpit: British Airways flight makes emergency landing
A British Airways flight bound for Prague from London had to make an emergency landing at the United Kingdom (UK)'s Heathrow Airport after "fumes were detected in the cockpit".
04 Jan 2024
YemenWhat is the Red Sea crisis? Does it affect India?
Major shipping companies like Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd have temporarily halted their Red Sea routes due to increased Houthi rebel attacks in the Bab-el-Mandeb strait.
04 Jan 2024
SwedenSweden hits -43.6°C; experiences coldest January in 25 years
Sweden recently faced its chilliest January night in 25 years, with temperatures dropping to a frigid -43.6°C in the far north.
19 Dec 2023
Royal FamilyWho is Princess Alexandra of Luxembourg—royal figure expecting first child
Exciting news graced the Luxembourg royal family as Princess Alexandra is expecting the arrival of her first child with her husband Nicolas Bagory.
10 Dec 2023
Saudi ArabiaSaudi Arabia may gain majority control of London's Heathrow Airport
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) and investment company Ardian are eyeing majority control of London's Heathrow, Europe's busiest airport, The Times has reported.
10 Dec 2023
IndiaIndia-EU's import duty dispute resolution likely through free trade talks
India is working to resolve a World Trade Organisation (WTO) import duty disagreement with the European Union (EU).
01 Dec 2023
BusinessEuropean bankers brace for job cuts, smaller bonuses in 2024
Global economic concerns and geopolitical uncertainty have dampened the spirits of bankers from London to Frankfurt.
30 Nov 2023
MetaMeta's Threads set to launch in EU next month
US tech giant Meta is gearing up to introduce Threads, its text-based social network, to the European Union (EU).
30 Nov 2023
ZurichWorld's most expensive cities and economic realities
As 2023 unfolds, the pervasive global cost of living crisis continues unabated, significantly impacting urban dwellers.
28 Nov 2023
EmploymentAI increases employment opportunities but reduces wages: ECB study
The European Central Bank (ECB) on Tuesday published research indicating that the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in Europe has so far led to increased employment, especially for young and highly-skilled workers.
28 Nov 2023
MetaMeta's paid ad-free service draws privacy complaint in Austria
Meta Platforms, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, is facing a privacy complaint in Europe over its new paid ad-free subscription service.
14 Nov 2023
Stock MarketMarkets worldwide rise ahead of US inflation data, US-China summit
Global stocks experienced a mostly positive trend on Tuesday, as investors eagerly awaited major events such as the US-China summit and economic data releases from the US, Japan, and China.
11 Nov 2023
IcelandIceland declares state of emergency after earthquakes threaten volcanic eruption
Authorities in Iceland have announced a state of emergency after a series of powerful earthquakes threatened a volcanic eruption in the region.
09 Nov 2023
AppleApple faces setback in $14bn tax battle with EU
Apple and Ireland find themselves in a challenging position in their ongoing clash with the European Union's (EU) antitrust watchdog.
06 Nov 2023
LifestyleThe concept of daylight saving time
Daylight Saving Time (DST), a time-honored practice that involves adjusting the clocks forward or backward to maximize daylight during the summer months, has a fascinating reason and widespread adoption across the globe.
