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Here’s how the EU’s Digital Services Act changes the content rules for big tech

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The EU’s latest crackdown on big tech begins before the end of the week. Starting on Friday, a total of 19 major companies must adhere to the sweeping rules of the Digital Services Act (DSA). Essentially, the DSA is a landmark content moderation rulebook, designed to empower and protect users online against harmful or illegal […]

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Germany doubles funds for AI ‘made in Europe’

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On Wednesday, the German government announced that it would nearly double its funding for artificial intelligence research. The money pledged towards the development of AI systems now amounts to nearly €1bn, which is still far behind the $3.3bn (€3.04bn) in public funding the US reportedly threw at the field last year.  The Federal Ministry for

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Getir shuts down Amsterdam dark stores, withdraws from 6 Dutch cities

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There seems to be no end in sight for Getir’s woes in Europe. Following exits from multiple markets, the rapid grocery delivery platform is now reducing operations in the Netherlands as well. The Turkish startup is set to close four dark stores in Amsterdam, the company told local paper Het Parool. This is a result

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Impending French law threatens the free internet, Mozilla warns

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The French government is close to passing a new law that threatens the free internet, Mozilla has warned. Named SREN, the bill ostensibly aims to fight online fraud, but its approach has sparked alarm. The concerns centre on a requirement for web browsers to block sites listed on a government-provided list. Critics fear that the plan

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Cargo ship retrofitted with ‘WindWings’ charters course for greener voyages

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A cargo ship retrofitted with two huge sails has set out on its maiden voyage, potentially chartering a greener course for the global shipping industry. The ship Pyxis Ocean will test the so-called “WindWings” as it travels across the globe from China to Brazil. American firm Cargill, which is chartering the vessel, said this is

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Chip designer Arm files for public listing that could revive flat IPO market

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Chip designer Arm has filed for an initial public offering, which is expected to be the biggest IPO of the year. The UK-based company announced on Monday that it’s applied to sell shares on the Nasdaq stock exchange in the US — a move that is a big blow to its home country. Arm is reportedly

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Lamborghini’s new electric car concept was inspired by spaceships

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Lamborghini unveiled its first concept for an all-electric grand tourer last week, as it becomes the latest carmaker to hop on the battery-powered bandwagon.      The Lanzador looks strikingly different to the iconic low-slung two-seaters supercars for which Lamborghini is famous. The muscular, angled look coupled with high-ground clearance makes it more of a hulky crossover

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UK commits £100M to secure AI chip components

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In an intensifying global battle for semiconductor self-sufficiency, the UK will reportedly spend £100mn of taxpayer money to buy AI chip technology from AMD, Intel, and Nvidia. The initiative is part of the  UK’s intention to build a national AI resource, but critics say it is too little, too late.  As reported by The Guardian,

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X-ray spacecraft launching Saturday aims to unravel the universe’s evolution

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A new satellite designed to analyse X-ray light in space is set to launch on August 26. The X-Ray Imaging and Spectroscopy Mission (XRISM — pronounced “crism”) brings together Nasa, the European Space Agency (ESA), and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA). Together, they aim to resolve mysteries about the formation of the universe and

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VR’s Perennial Mech Sim ‘Vox Machinae’ Gets More Immersive Battlefields in New Update

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Vox Machinae, the cult-favorite VR mech sim that just keeps-on kickin’, has released a new update that will give players brand new conditions for battling with their hulking metal mechs. Vox Machinae began its development journey as far back as 2014, and eventually found its way to an early access launch on PC VR in 2018.

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The 20 Best Rated & Most Popular Quest Games & Apps – August 2023

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While Oculus doesn’t offer much publicly in the way of understanding how well individual games & apps are performing across its Quest 2 storefront, it’s possible to glean some insight by looking at apps relative to each other. Here’s a snapshot of the 20 best rated Oculus Quest games and apps as of August 2023.

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