Fresh call to ban ransomware payments divides cybersecurity experts
A former British security chief has reignited the perennial ransomware question: to pay or not to pay? Ciaran Martin, who was the first-ever CEO of the UK’s National Cyber Security…
EU hits Apple with first-ever fine: €1.8B for stifling music streaming
The EU has fined Apple €1.8bn for stifling music streaming rivals — the first penalty that the bloc has imposed on the tech giant. Antitrust regulators intervened following a complaint…
Does AI have a place on ethics committees? How to use it the right way
The role of an ethics committee is to give advice on what should be done in often contentious situations. They are used in medicine, research, business, law and a variety…
New ocean thermal energy device under construction in Canary Islands
Seven European organisations have teamed up to build a prototype ocean energy device that could power tropical islands with virtually limitless, consistent, renewable energy. The technology is called Ocean Thermal…
Opinion: For politicians, AI will bring salvation or damnation — but nothing in between
Is AI a panacea or a Pandora’s box? It’s a question that divides the British government. Ask the deputy prime minister, Oliver Dowden, and he’ll fill your ears with promises…
Doctors have started prescribing a new medical treatment: A walking app
Walking is the simplest form of exercise, but it has enormous benefits. As our lifestyles become ever more sedentary, doctors are increasingly prescribing walks to address medical conditions and our…
How can startups raise funds in this shitty economical climate? 3 investors share their insider tips
When it comes to raising startup capital, 2023 was rough, to say the least. In fact, Pitchbook characterised it as Europe’s “most depressed” year in a decade in terms of…
‘World’s most efficient large aircraft’ seeks approval for ‘flying bum’
A blimp billed as the “world’s most efficient large aircraft” — but better known as the “The Flying Bum” — is applying for approval to take off. Officially named the…
TNW and Startup Valencia are back together — and on a date to VDS
TNW is taking our relationship with one of Europe’s top innovation hubs to the next level. We’re teaming up with Startup Valencia to accelerate the international expansion of tech extravaganza…
Watch: World’s fastest camera drone races F1 champ Max Verstappen
Dutch Drone Gods and Red Bull have unveiled what they claim to be the world’s fastest camera drone. Capable of top speeds in excess of 350kph, the manually piloted first-person…
Psychiatrist studies potential workplace stressors faced by the first astronauts on Mars
Within the next few decades, NASA aims to land humans on the Moon, set up a lunar colony and use the lessons learned to send people to Mars as part…
Klarna deepens automation fears with claim AI assistant does work of 700 people
In a statement that’s likely to spark controversy, Klara announced that its AI assistant does the work of 700 full-time agents. The statement might raise skepticism for those who remember…