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Dall-E, Data Protection for Teens and Alphabet Critique – The Markup
This week:
AI can create an image based on words, but there are concerns about AI's role in the workplace
Regulators are getting better at protecting young people from tech, but more needs to be done
Big…
Live Updates: Putin says it’s his ‘destiny’ to ‘return and fortify’…
The UK has prepared an 'alternative' to EU science programs as membership talks stall, the Minister for Science, Research and Innovation has said."We in this country have voted to leave the European Monetary and Political Union," George…
Fears ‘huge’ Boots loss could make Bulwell a ‘ghost town’
Shoppers have expressed fears their town is 'dead' when one of Nottingham's biggest businesses closes a store. Health and beauty giant Boots recently announced that its Commercial Road store, Bulwell, will close in August 2022. The company…
EU electric car adventurers should plan carefully
Published on June 06, 2022 08:43
Newer batteries, even on newer models, still require regular charging.
PARIS (AFP) - With the summer holidays…
Belgium on a budget – Lonely Planet
Located at the intersection of England, France, the Netherlands, Luxembourg and Germany, Belgium is both a stopping point of choice for European travelers who check off the countries of their must-see lists and home to wealthy diplomats and…
Stocks to watch: Eyes on GameStop, Lululemon and the SPAC deal for an autonomous robot gamer
Get a head start on the market by subscribing to Seeking Alpha's Stocks to Watch, a preview of key events scheduled for the week ahead. The newsletter keeps you informed of the biggest stories that will make headlines, including upcoming…
A grand tour of Europe’s worst bits – POLITICO
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Summer is coming, so where are we going on vacation this year? And Dublin? An enterprising soul in the Irish capital has listed a 'private room' with 'one bed' for just €59…
‘Fairy Door Trail’ brings tourists to Brussels, Ont.
Zoellin Onn puts very precise finishing touches to one of the Fairy Doors that make up the Fairy Doors Trail in her hometown of Brussels, Ontario. "Very mystical. For little kids, it's a nice kind of addition, in terms…
How GDPR fails | WIRED
The French data regulator has, in some respects, circumvented the international GDPR process by directly pursuing the use of cookies by companies. Despite common beliefs, annoying cookie pop-ups do not come from GDPR- they are governed by…
How GDPR fails | WIRED UK
But at Big Tech levels where data is abundant, the extent of GDPR compliance is different. A recent internal Facebook document obtained by Motherboard suggests that the company doesn't really know what it does with your data— a claim that…
Beeston town center expected to be completed by ‘end of summer’ despite business pulling…
A town center redevelopment in Nottinghamshire is due to be completed by 'end of summer' and has been delivered on budget. Despite the withdrawal of one business - a shisha lounge - it is hoped that Beeston will soon be a "destination" for…
Through the looking glass – our favorite images from the Tech.eu Summit 2022
Having spent nearly a decade documenting the tech industry through the barrel of a lens, or as some of you might know, usually three, sometimes four, I like to think I have a pretty good eye for what makes a good picture.
Tech.eu Summit…
POLITICO Tech 28 class of 2022: Emmanuel Marill – POLITICO
Director, EMEA, Airbnb
RULE BREAKER #7…
Man spotted selling £10 eggs near Margaret Thatcher statue
A man who was spotted selling eggs for £10 each next to the controversial new statue of Margaret Thatcher and shoved by police claims he left with the intention of getting 'dirty rich'. Oli Dugmore, journalist at JOE.frdecided to set up an…
Holidays in Spain: Brits warned of ‘hidden costs’ of renting a house in Spain this…
Some of the unexpected costs Brits may encounter when renting a holiday home in Spain are currency exchange fees and tourist tax.Exchange and transaction feesHolidaymakers should consider how they will pay for their purchases in Spain,…
European innovation takes center stage as Tech EU Summit kicks off in Brussels
Expo Brussels was buzzing today as the first #TechEUSummit got off to a flying start. Over 1,000 founders, investors and experts come together to share ideas and knowledge on how to shape a sustainable future for Europe's innovation…
And that’s the end of the Tech.eu Summit
Focusing on the future of tech innovation and sustainability, #TechEUSummit post-lunch sessions explored the metaverse, deep tech, the future of NFTs, European tech sovereignty, crypto and how startups are helping in the ongoing Ukrainian…
Finland and Sweden’s entry into NATO is not a threat to Russia, but military expansion will…
Finland and Sweden are set to end decades of neutrality by joining NATO, a dramatic shift in European security and geopolitics triggered by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.The two Nordic nations had long kept the military alliance at bay, even…
Employers allow more days of remote work
Bosses are turning to the idea of remote working, at least for part of the week. Driving the news: US employers, whose staff have worked remotely at least some of the time for the past two years, are easing the return-to-office plan.…
Beyond the Hype: A Deep Dive into the Wonderful (but Shrunken?) World of NFTs at the Tech.eu Summit
The first Tech.eu Summit at Brussels Expo kicks off in a few days, and we look forward to seeing you all there!
Join hundreds of European tech entrepreneurs, investors, business leaders, policy makers, academics and journalists as we…
A guide to the Tech.eu Summit 2022
The first Tech.eu Summit is fast approaching, and with days to go, we thought it was a good idea to put together some information to ensure you have the best event experience possible.
Date: Tuesday, May 17, 2022
Time: Doors will open at…
South Seas Island Resort is the perfect short summer getaway
When you live in a coastal paradise like Sarasota, a short getaway to another Gulf of Mexico island may seem like unnecessary repetition. Should you splurge for a beach vacation so close? Yes. A thousand times yes, especially if the…
Lufthansa Group orders 777-8 freighter and 7 additional 787s
The Lufthansa Group becomes the first European customer for the 777-8 Freighter with an order for seven.
The Group also placed a new order for two 777 Freighters to add to its freighter fleet, providing additional cargo capacity in the…
Jill Biden was the eyes and ears of the president during a trip to Ukraine
BRATISLAVA, Slovakia (AP) — The first phone call Jill Biden made from her black SUV after an unexpected encounter with her Ukrainian counterpart inside the beleaguered country was to her husband, President Joe Biden.…
PLAY reports 72% load factor in April and more than 50% increase in passenger numbers
FLYPLAY HFPLAY reports 72% load factor in April and more than 50% increase in passenger numbersPLAY carried 36,669 passengers in April, an increase of 55% compared to the previous month, when 23,677 passengers were present. The load factor…
The Belgian Connection: These local tech stars will grace the stage(s) of the Tech.eu summit next…
We are honored to partner with so many amazing Belgian companies and organizations as we prepare for the first Tech.eu Summit taking place on Tuesday May 17th in Brussels (Expo).
yes it is next week - get your tickets now!
Today we…
Boeing, Chevron, AMD down; Campbell’s Soup Among Few Winners By Investing.com
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By Daniel Shvartsman
Investing.com -- Another big Monday, stock movers abound. Here are some of the most notable names, including the few winners today. Prices as of 12:45 p.m. ET:
Boeing (NYSE:) is the big loser in ,…
Post-pandemic staffing shortages threaten aviation recovery – POLITICO
After two years of shutdowns, quarantines, testing and restrictions, the aviation sector should prepare for an exceptional summer.
Only one problem: too few people work in airports and on planes, and it is proving very…
EU alters Russia’s oil sanctions plan in bid to win over reluctant states – sources tell…
RIYADH: Independent thinker Omar Henaidy - an engineer by training but an entrepreneur at heart - was able to create and grow Taj Holding into a sprawling business across the Middle East.
Today, the group includes brands such as…
Australia and Solomon Islands foreign ministers meet for first time since pact signed
WELLINGTON, May 7 (Reuters) - Australian Foreign Minister Marise Payne said she met her Solomon Islands counterpart, Jeremiah Manele, for the first time since her government signed a controversial security pact with China, and agreed that…