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09-08-Turkey-bans-Roblox-child-abuse

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Turkey bans Roblox over child abuse concerns

Turkey has blocked the popular gaming platform Roblox over concerns about content that could trigger child abuse, Justice Minister said. Roblox reported more…

Aug 9, 2024
07-08-GlobalNet-DATAIX

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GlobalNet’s DATAIX confirms its expasion with PoP in France

GlobalNet’s DATAIX, a Dutch internet exchange backbone provider, has established a new Point of Presence (PoP) in Marseille, France. The new PoP is set to pl…

Aug 7, 2024
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Italy’s Bending Spoons acquires file-sharing pioneer WeTransfer

Bending Spoons SpA, an Italian mobile app developer, has acquired Dutch file-sharing service WeTransfer, continuing its global expansion after recent acquisi…

Aug 1, 2024
08-01-France

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France confronts 68 cyberattacks targeting Olympics

France reported 68 cyberattacks linked to the Olympics. Security forces are on high alert to protect the Games from digital threats.

Aug 1, 2024
01-08-Telefonica

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Vodafone and Telefonica launch joint fibre venture in Spain

Vodafone Spain and Telefonica have entered into a non-binding term sheet to establish a joint fibre network company known as FibreCo. The FibreCo deal is poi…

Aug 1, 2024
Saudi ETFs-7.29

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Chinese investors pile into Saudi ETFs as two nations grow closer

OUR TAKEChinese investors are broadening their horizons by putting money into ETFs focused on Saudi Arabian stocks. They’re attracted by the promise of bette…

Jul 29, 2024
Oracle-Rai Way-data centres-July-26

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Oracle enters agreement to use Rai Way data centres in Italy

Oracle and Rai Way have entered a strategic partnership to integrate Oracle’s AI systems into Rai Way’s data centres across Italy, enabling access to Oracle’…

Jul 26, 2024
AI-724

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Regulators from the US, Europe unite to safeguard effective competition in AI industry

OUR TAKEThe effective regulation of AI competition is vital to ensure a competitive, innovative, and fair environment that promotes growth and benefits socie…

Jul 25, 2024
Ferrari-crypto payment system-Europe-July-25

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Ferrari expands crypto payment system to Europe after US success

Ferrari is expanding its cryptocurrency payment system to its European dealership network from the end of July 2024, following a successful launch in the Uni…

Jul 25, 2024
EV-electronic-vehicle-Stellantis-car-7-23

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Stellantis is ready to compete in Europe’s EV market

Stellantis is ready to compete with Chinese EV manufacturers in Europe, unveiling a new production line in Serbia.

Jul 23, 2024
TikTok-7.23

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TikTok targets Spain, Ireland to revive European e-commerce push

OUR TAKETikTok is set to restart its e-commerce strategy in Europe with the launch of its in-app shopping feature TikTok Shop, in Spain and Ireland in Octobe…

Jul 23, 2024
renewable-energy

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Portugal’s ambitious renewable energy targets: A vision for 2030

OUR TAKEPortugal’s renewable energy ambitions are sky-high, aiming for a 93% share by 2030. That’s a major leap from the 85% target set by the previous gover…

Jul 23, 2024
07-22-hacker

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Spain arrests pro-Russian hackers in major cybercrime operation

OUR TAKESpanish police have arrested three pro-Russian hackers involved in cyberattacks against NATO countries supporting Ukraine. The arrests, made in Manac…

Jul 22, 2024
Google-Wiz-July-18

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Google’s acquisition target Wiz is Israel’s military tech seed

Alphabet is nearing a $23 billion acquisition of Israeli cybersecurity firm Wiz, founded by Assaf Rappaport, a veteran of Israel’s elite 8200 intelligence unit.

Jul 19, 2024
Cytoreason-Nvidia-July-18

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Israeli AI medical startup CytoReason secures funding from Nvidia

CytoReason has secured $80 million investment from OurCrowd, Nvidia, Pfizer, and Thermo Fisher Scientific.

Jul 19, 2024
NVIDIA-France-July-16

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France probes Nvidia for anti-competitive practices

The French competition watchdog is considering charges against Nvidia over suspicions of anti-competitive practices.

Jul 16, 2024
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Intel invests $15M in Israeli AI startup Buildots

Intel Capital is leading an investment in AI construction startup Buildots, using technology to enhance project management efficiency.

Jul 15, 2024

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Alphabet eyes $23B Wiz cybersecurity buyout: Israel’s largest deal yet?

OUR TAKEIt’s the Fast and Furious of tech. Alphabet is ready to throw $23 billion to network security star Wiz into its arms, feeling that it is going to sta…

Jul 15, 2024
Paypal

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PayPal hit with $27.3M fine in Poland for ambiguous contract terms

Poland’s Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK) imposed a substantial fine about $27.3 million on PayPal Europe.

Jul 15, 2024
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Intel leads funding in Israeli AI construction startup Buildots

Buildots secures $15 million from Intel Capital to expand its AI software aimed at reducing construction delays by up to 50% and improving cost efficiencies.

Jul 12, 2024