Tech & Space

August 8, 2024

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Ford Expands BlueCruise Hands-Free Driving to 15 European Countries

Ford's BlueCruise hands-free driving technology has received approval from the European Commission for use in 15 countries across Europe, further expanding its global reach and enhancing driver convenience and safety on highways.

August 7, 2024

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UK's Royal Mint Unveils Groundbreaking Factory to Recover Gold from E-Waste

The Royal Mint has opened a pioneering factory in South Wales dedicated to extracting gold from electronic waste. This innovative facility aims to process up to 4,000 tonnes of circuit boards annually, providing a sustainable source of gold for the Mint's jewelry line and potentially other products.

August 5, 2024

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The Flying Electric Ferry Set to Revolutionise Public Transport in Stockholm

The Candela P-12, an electric "flying" ferry designed with hydrofoil technology, is set to revolutionise public transport in Stockholm. With a capacity of 30 passengers, it travels at twice the speed and uses 80% less energy than traditional ferries. Test runs will begin in October, reducing commute times between the city center and Ekerö by half.

August 2, 2024

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UK Halts £1.3bn Funding for Tech and AI Projects

July 18, 2024

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Meta to Exclude Europe from New Generative AI Model Rollout

Meta has announced that it will not release its new multimodal Llama AI model in the EU, citing the "unpredictable nature of the European regulatory environment," a decision mirroring Apple's recent announcement that some AI iOS 18 features will not be available in Europe.

July 18, 2024

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German Firm Lilium Secures Landmark €600mn Order for Electric Air Taxis from Saudi Arabia

German air taxi developer Lilium has secured a landmark order for up to 100 electric "Lilium Jets" from Saudi Arabia's state airline Saudia, who plans to use the aircrafts for transportation of pilgrims, tourists, and event attendees as part of its "Vision 2030" plan.

July 16, 2024

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Apple Yields to EU Pressure, Opens NFC Payments to Rivals

Apple has agreed to open its NFC tap-and-go payment technology to third-party services in the European Union, ending a long-running antitrust battle.

July 9, 2024

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Floating Solar: Spain's New Weapon for Energy Security and Sustainability

Spain has introduced new regulations to facilitate the installation of floating solar power plants on state-owned reservoirs, aiming to increase renewable energy capacity, reduce fossil fuel dependence, and enhance energy security.