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fromFortune
3 days ago

Cohere's deal with Aleph Alpha points to the rise of AI's "middle powers" | Fortune

Middle powers are developing sovereign AI systems to compete with U.S. and China technologies.
European startups
fromTNW | Launch
3 days ago

DeepSeek returns with V4-Pro and V4-Flash, a year after its 'Sputnik moment'

DeepSeek's V4-Pro and V4-Flash models are powerful open-source AI platforms, excelling in coding and mathematics, and challenging major competitors.
European startups
fromFast Company
1 hour ago

Why Manus has become a crucial prize in the global AI race

China blocked Meta's acquisition of Manus, highlighting the strategic value of AI and the complexities of international tech regulations.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Why Cohere is merging with Aleph Alpha | TechCrunch

Cohere acquires Aleph Alpha to create a sovereign AI alternative in Europe, backed by Schwarz Group's significant investment.
European startups
fromFortune
3 days ago

Cohere's deal with Aleph Alpha points to the rise of AI's "middle powers" | Fortune

Middle powers are developing sovereign AI systems to compete with U.S. and China technologies.
European startups
fromTNW | Launch
3 days ago

DeepSeek returns with V4-Pro and V4-Flash, a year after its 'Sputnik moment'

DeepSeek's V4-Pro and V4-Flash models are powerful open-source AI platforms, excelling in coding and mathematics, and challenging major competitors.
#meta
European startups
fromTechRepublic
11 hours ago

China Shuts Down Meta's $2.5B Bid for AI Startup Manus

Chinese regulators ordered Meta to unwind its $2.5 billion acquisition of Manus AI, complicating cross-border AI deals amid US-China tensions.
European startups
fromwww.bbc.com
16 hours ago

China blocks Meta's $2bn acquisition of AI start-up Manus

Chinese regulators have blocked Meta's $2 billion acquisition of AI start-up Manus, citing foreign investment restrictions.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
15 hours ago

What's behind Europe's efforts to ditch U.S. software in favor of sovereign tech | TechCrunch

Europe is reducing reliance on U.S. tech due to concerns over data sovereignty and the CLOUD Act.
fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence
22 hours ago
European startups

DeepSeek cuts V4-Pro prices by 75%

DeepSeek offers a 75% discount on its V4-Pro model, significantly undercutting competitors' pricing and intensifying market competition.
European startups
fromTechRepublic
14 hours ago

EU Funds Sovereign Cloud Infrastructure with 180 Million Contract

The European Commission awarded a €180 million contract to four providers for sovereign cloud services to ensure EU digital sovereignty.
fromIrish Independent
11 hours ago

Hundreds of tech jobs at risk as Irish outsourcing firm Covalen informs workers of cuts to Meta work

Covalen can confirm that it has commenced consultation with a number of employees in relation to potential redundancies within its Dublin operations.
European startups
fromTNW | Investors-Funding
18 hours ago

CATL launches a $5 billion Hong Kong share placement

CATL completed a secondary listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in May 2025, raising approximately $4.6 billion at HK$263 per share. Its Hong Kong-listed shares have since surged approximately 160%, reaching an all-time high of HK$701 before the placement reports began circulating on 13 April.
fromExchangewire
15 hours ago

Audion Raises $15m for US Expansion & Global Scaling of AI-based 'Performance Audio' Tool

Audion AI, launched in early 2026, is the first AI solution dedicated to audio performance, designed to automate and optimize campaigns at scale and maximize business impact.
European startups
#china
European startups
fromTNW | Meta
19 hours ago

China orders Meta to unwind its $2 billion acquisition of Manus

China's NDRC has ordered Meta to cancel its $2 billion acquisition of Manus, marking significant regulatory intervention in US-China tech transactions.
European startups
fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 hours ago

China seeks to block US tech giant Meta from AI acquisition

China is blocking Meta's acquisition of AI startup Manus, reflecting heightened scrutiny of US investments in Chinese technology amid geopolitical tensions.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
16 hours ago

China vetoes Meta's $2B Manus deal after months-long probe | TechCrunch

China's NDRC blocked Meta's $2 billion acquisition of Manus, impacting Meta's AI ambitions and reflecting significant cross-border intervention.
European startups
fromTNW | Meta
19 hours ago

China orders Meta to unwind its $2 billion acquisition of Manus

China's NDRC has ordered Meta to cancel its $2 billion acquisition of Manus, marking significant regulatory intervention in US-China tech transactions.
European startups
fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 hours ago

China seeks to block US tech giant Meta from AI acquisition

China is blocking Meta's acquisition of AI startup Manus, reflecting heightened scrutiny of US investments in Chinese technology amid geopolitical tensions.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
16 hours ago

China vetoes Meta's $2B Manus deal after months-long probe | TechCrunch

China's NDRC blocked Meta's $2 billion acquisition of Manus, impacting Meta's AI ambitions and reflecting significant cross-border intervention.
fromTNW | Business
20 hours ago

Digital insurer Acko moves closer to India IPO

Acko has engaged Kotak Mahindra Capital, ICICI Securities, and Morgan Stanley as book-running lead managers for its initial public offering, seeking to raise as much as $350 million.
fromwww.dw.com
20 hours ago

Portugal's arms industry is taking off

The defense sector generated around 2.1 billion ($2.4 billion) in revenue last year, according to Jose Neves of the industry association, AED Cluster Portugal, which involves more than 160 Portuguese organizations working in aeronautics, space and defense.
European startups
European startups
fromEntrepreneur
15 hours ago

This Shoe Company Hit $3.8 Billion in Sales -Here's How It Plans to Avoid 'Pitfalls' That Battered Allbirds

On aims to balance serious athletic branding with mainstream appeal while focusing on innovation and performance technology.
European startups
fromTelecompetitor
9 hours ago

Ezee Fiber connects first customers in Santa Fe, New Mexico

Ezee Fiber has connected its first customers in Santa Fe, New Mexico, marking the start of its fiber network expansion in the state.
#spacex
fromTESLARATI
6 days ago
European startups

ARK's SpaceX IPO Guide makes a compelling case on why $1.75T may not be the ceiling

SpaceX's IPO valuation target is $1.75 trillion, driven by Starlink's growth and reduced launch costs.
fromTNW | Business
6 days ago
European startups

SpaceX's public IPO filing confirms Musk and insiders retain dominant voting control

Musk controls 79% of SpaceX's votes with 42% equity due to a dual-class share structure, targeting a $1.75 trillion IPO valuation.
European startups
fromTESLARATI
1 day ago

The FCC just said 'No' to SpaceX for now

SpaceX faced a setback from the FCC regarding its petition for Mobile Satellite Service spectrum for direct-to-device capabilities.
European startups
fromFast Company
5 days ago

SpaceX doubles down on AI with its potential $60 billion Cursor buy

SpaceX is investing in AI, partnering with Cursor, and preparing for a significant IPO while managing financial challenges in the AI sector.
European startups
fromTESLARATI
6 days ago

ARK's SpaceX IPO Guide makes a compelling case on why $1.75T may not be the ceiling

SpaceX's IPO valuation target is $1.75 trillion, driven by Starlink's growth and reduced launch costs.
European startups
fromTNW | Business
6 days ago

SpaceX's public IPO filing confirms Musk and insiders retain dominant voting control

Musk controls 79% of SpaceX's votes with 42% equity due to a dual-class share structure, targeting a $1.75 trillion IPO valuation.
#tariffs
European startups
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

I paid my customers back for tariffs. My business has been on the phone with Customs trying to get our refund.

Dame Products faced significant challenges due to increased tariffs, impacting inventory costs and sales strategies.
European startups
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Trump threatens UK with 'big tariff' over digital tech tax

Donald Trump threatens tariffs on the UK if it does not repeal its Digital Services Tax targeting large US tech firms.
European startups
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Trump says he will probably put a big tariff on the UK' if it doesn't drop digital services tax

Donald Trump threatens tariffs on the UK if it does not repeal its digital services tax on US tech companies.
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Cork-based pharma companies setting up in the US to circumvent tariff pain and protect Irish jobs

Cork-based indigenous pharmaceutical manufacturing companies have said that they are now having to establish new plants in the United States in a bid to protect jobs at home, in light of Donald Trump's ongoing aggressive tariff policy.
European startups
European startups
fromFortune
2 days ago

Trump's bellicose presidency is a 'golden opportunity' for defense firms, and business is booming | Fortune

U.S. defense companies are thriving due to increased military spending and demand for weapons amid ongoing conflicts.
fromFortune
2 days ago

SpaceX, Anduril among companies to win Golden Dome contracts | Fortune

"Adversary capabilities are advancing rapidly, and our acquisition strategies must move even faster to counter the growing speed and maneuverability of modern missile threats," Space Force Col. Bryon McClain said in a statement.
European startups
#us-china-relations
European startups
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

How China is reshaping the global chip industry

The US imposed export curbs on advanced semiconductors to limit China's technological advancements and military capabilities.
#us-ai-policy
European startups
fromSecurityWeek
3 days ago

Trump Administration Vows Crackdown on Chinese Companies 'Exploiting' AI Models Made in US

The Trump administration aims to combat foreign exploitation of U.S. AI models, particularly targeting China amid rising competition in the AI sector.
European startups
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Trump administration vows crackdown on China's 'exploiting' of AI models made in the U.S.

The Trump administration aims to combat foreign exploitation of U.S. AI models, particularly targeting China amid rising competition in the AI sector.
European startups
fromSecurityWeek
3 days ago

Trump Administration Vows Crackdown on Chinese Companies 'Exploiting' AI Models Made in US

The Trump administration aims to combat foreign exploitation of U.S. AI models, particularly targeting China amid rising competition in the AI sector.
European startups
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Trump administration vows crackdown on China's 'exploiting' of AI models made in the U.S.

The Trump administration aims to combat foreign exploitation of U.S. AI models, particularly targeting China amid rising competition in the AI sector.
#deepseek
European startups
fromFortune
3 days ago

DeepSeek unveils its newest model at rock-bottom prices and with 'full support' from Huawei chips | Fortune

DeepSeek released its V4 model, claiming performance rivaling top closed-source models, impacting market shares of competitors and related companies.
European startups
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

China's DeepSeek unveils latest models a year after upending global tech

DeepSeek-V4-Pro outperforms rival open models in maths and coding, trailing only Google's Gemini 3.1-Pro in world knowledge.
European startups
fromFortune
3 days ago

DeepSeek unveils its newest model at rock-bottom prices and with 'full support' from Huawei chips | Fortune

DeepSeek released its V4 model, claiming performance rivaling top closed-source models, impacting market shares of competitors and related companies.
European startups
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

China's DeepSeek unveils latest models a year after upending global tech

DeepSeek-V4-Pro outperforms rival open models in maths and coding, trailing only Google's Gemini 3.1-Pro in world knowledge.
fromTNW | Business
3 days ago
European startups

Cohere and Aleph Alpha merge into a $20B transatlantic AI company

Cohere is acquiring Aleph Alpha, with shareholders receiving 90% and 10% respectively, creating a $20 billion combined entity.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Why MCHI, KWEB, and FXI Could Be Your Best Bets on China's Recovery

Chinese stocks have spent the last five years really testing the patience of even the most hardcore contrarians. Between the property sector struggles, the crackdown on tech platforms, and the constant friction over chip exports and tariffs, valuations have been pushed down across the board.
European startups
European startups
fromFortune
3 days ago

'This is very transformative for the business': Lyft's head of growth on taking a big step into London's black cab sector | Fortune

Lyft has expanded globally, acquiring Gett's UK business to dominate London's black cab market and enhance its international presence.
#cloud-computing
European startups
fromNextgov.com
3 days ago

Commerce goes direct to hyperscalers with $4.1B cloud pact

The Commerce Department is initiating a $4.1 billion cloud computing agreement exclusively for hyperscale cloud service providers.
European startups
fromTechzine Global
6 days ago

The European cloud of the future is built using actual, physical containers

Cloud workloads increasingly utilize physical containers through initiatives like the Modular Integrated Sustainable Datacenter (MISD) project.
European startups
fromTechzine Global
1 week ago

Dutch central bank chooses Lidl for European Cloud

De Nederlandsche Bank is signing a contract with Schwarz Digits to reduce dependence on American cloud services and switch to a European alternative.
European startups
fromNextgov.com
3 days ago

Commerce goes direct to hyperscalers with $4.1B cloud pact

The Commerce Department is initiating a $4.1 billion cloud computing agreement exclusively for hyperscale cloud service providers.
European startups
fromTechzine Global
6 days ago

The European cloud of the future is built using actual, physical containers

Cloud workloads increasingly utilize physical containers through initiatives like the Modular Integrated Sustainable Datacenter (MISD) project.
European startups
fromTechzine Global
1 week ago

Dutch central bank chooses Lidl for European Cloud

De Nederlandsche Bank is signing a contract with Schwarz Digits to reduce dependence on American cloud services and switch to a European alternative.
European startups
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 days ago

Eseye boosts global IoT resilience with SGP.32 eSIM orchestration | Computer Weekly

SGP.32 enhances eSIM management for IoT devices, enabling remote provisioning and efficient connectivity without user interfaces.
fromTheregister
3 days ago

DARPA seeks deep-sea drones for autonomous warfare push

The program will leverage advancements in materials, manufacturing, and next-generation structural and mechanical design technologies to dramatically reduce the size, cost, and development time of deep-ocean systems.
European startups
fromThedrum
3 days ago

YouTube traffic campaigns achieve 43% reduction in cost-per-session

Norse Atlantic Airways needed to drive high-quality sessions to its site to engage prospects across various channels, boosting brand consideration while managing high CPMs from current strategies.
European startups
European startups
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Cohere acquires, merges with German-based startup to create a 'transatlantic AI powerhouse' | TechCrunch

Cohere and Aleph Alpha are merging to create a $20 billion AI company, aiming to provide alternatives to dominant tech players.
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
3 days ago

GNT Opens China Office for Plant-Based EXBERRY Colors

"China is a dynamic market, with strong momentum behind natural and clean-label food and beverage products," stated Andreas Thiede, General Manager APAC at GNT Group. This localized support is essential for manufacturers looking to adapt to fast-paced market changes.
European startups
fromSustainable Bus
3 days ago

Menarini's parent company Seri Industrial plans international expansion of bus business - Sustainable Bus

Seri Industrial reported a consolidated net profit of €13.629 million for 2025, with an adjusted net profit of €15.359 million, marking an increase of €18.575 million compared to 2024.
European startups
European startups
fromZDNET
4 days ago

98% of IT leaders want digital sovereignty: Now SUSE is operationalizing it for companies everywhere

SUSE is focusing on digital sovereignty to enhance choice and resilience in enterprise IT globally.
fromTNW | Investors-Funding
4 days ago
European startups

Microsoft commits A$25 billion to Australia by 2029

Microsoft announces A$25 billion investment in Australia, expanding AI infrastructure and cybersecurity initiatives, and training three million Australians in AI skills by 2028.
European startups
fromTechRepublic
4 days ago

TikTok Invests $1.16 Billion in New Finland Facility to Localize European Data

TikTok plans to build a €1 billion data center in Lahti, Finland, as part of its Project Clover for European data sovereignty.
fromFortune
4 days ago

You can fly almost anywhere in Europe for 20 while Spirit Airlines is staving off bankruptcy. Here's the difference | Fortune

Spirit's restructuring plan assumed jet fuel at $2.24 per gallon in 2026, but prices had climbed to $4.32 as of April 16, indicating a significant financial strain on the airline.
European startups
fromTechzine Global
4 days ago

TSMC: Faster chips without a new ASML machine

"This is where I think our R&D has done exceptionally well in terms of leveraging existing EUV technology while setting an aggressive technology scaling roadmap," says Kevin Zhang, deputy co-chief operations officer and senior vice president at TSMC. "This is definitely a strength."
European startups
fromTechRepublic
4 days ago

India's App Boom Has a Revenue Problem - TechRepublic

India remains the world's largest mobile market by volume, with around 25 billion app downloads a year. Annual in-app purchase revenue passed $1 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach $1.25 billion by the end of 2026.
European startups
European startups
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Could Iran war trigger bigger trade crisis than COVID?

Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz reveals vulnerabilities in global energy supply chains, similar to disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and tariffs.
European startups
fromTNW | Opinion
4 days ago

Kostiantyn Gitko on Building Devox Software Through Structure, Scale, and Stability

Kostiantyn Gitko emphasizes building stable, scalable systems in software development, drawing from his extensive experience in large IT environments.
European startups
fromComputerWeekly.com
4 days ago

SITA launches campus network to keep airport operations connected | Computer Weekly

SITA launched a managed network solution to simplify connectivity for airlines, enhancing performance and reducing costs in complex airport environments.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

War-driven demand boosts profits for weapons and aircraft manufacturers

Boeing reported a first-quarter loss of $7 million, a significant improvement from the $31 million loss a year earlier, as defense and space earnings increased amid rising demand.
European startups
European startups
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

Bret Taylor's Sierra buys YC-backed AI startup Fragment | TechCrunch

Sierra acquired French startup Fragment to enhance AI integration in workflows, marking its third public acquisition.
European startups
fromTelecompetitor
4 days ago

Wire 3 announces expansion to Albany, Georgia

Wire 3 is expanding its fiber-optic internet service to Albany, Georgia, investing $37 million to enhance connectivity for over 37,000 households and businesses.
European startups
fromTheregister
5 days ago

UK firms to deploy AI projects abroad as energy costs rise

One in five UK firms have moved AI workloads abroad due to high energy costs, threatening the government's economic growth plans.
European startups
fromFortune
5 days ago

Europe has the talent and dunding to win at AI. First, it needs to break free from the Magnificent Seven | Fortune

European tech is evolving, but dependency on American platforms hinders its growth despite record funding and talent.
European startups
fromTNW | Space
5 days ago

ATMOS raises 25.7M to make orbital return routine

ATMOS Space Cargo has secured €25.7 million to advance its PHOENIX re-entry capsule program and develop new vehicles for orbital transport.
European startups
fromExchangewire
5 days ago

Digest: California Lawsuit Accuses Amazon of Price Fixing; Singapore Proposes Global Standard for Gen AI Testing; Apple Names Ternus CEO Successor

California accuses Amazon of price-fixing to inflate costs for consumers.
frominsideevs.com
5 days ago

'For Parents': How Chinese Buyers See American And European Cars

Younger buyers in China, who once viewed German brands as top-tier, now see them as 'brands for the parents,' indicating a significant shift in consumer perception.
European startups
European startups
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

The chip industry's most important company is cutting managers. This doc shows how.

ASML plans to cut management roles and create new engineering positions to streamline operations and address employee concerns about complexity.
European startups
fromTNW | Launch
6 days ago

OpenAI takes Codex into enterprise software shops worldwide

OpenAI partners with consulting firms to expand Codex's reach into enterprises lacking internal capabilities for implementation.
European startups
fromFortune
1 week ago

Hillhouse-backed Ascentium buys fellow business services firm Dezan Shira, as the platform tries to ride China's surge in outbound investment | Fortune

Ascentium acquires Dezan Shira & Associates to enhance its capabilities in mainland China and Southeast Asia.
European startups
fromTNW | China
6 days ago

Chinese EV reviews flood US TikTok and YouTube as 100% tariffs fail to stop demand for BYD, Xiaomi, Zeekr

Chinese electric vehicles are gaining popularity among American consumers despite tariffs, driven by social media exposure and positive reviews.
European startups
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

China's chip ambitions shake up global tech industry

The US imposed export curbs on advanced semiconductors to limit China's technological and military advancements.
European startups
fromFortune
6 days ago

'They're sweating': Why Japanese giants are pouring money into Silicon Valley startups | Fortune

Japanese companies are increasing investments in AI to avoid falling behind global competitors.
fromTNW | Startups-Technology
6 days ago

OrangeQS closes 15M seed round

The additional €3 million comes from the European Innovation Council Fund, the investment arm of the EU's EIC that backs European deep-tech ventures, extending total funding to €15 million.
European startups
fromTNW | Startups-Technology
6 days ago

VisioLab raises $11M to scale its AI-powered iPad checkout

VisioLab's self-checkout system is designed to be low-hardware, allowing customers to place their items under a standard Apple iPad, where a camera-based AI identifies them in seconds without the need for barcodes or specialized equipment.
European startups
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

Tim Cook built Apple's China era

Tim Cook's decision to shift production to China was a radical move that transformed Apple into one of the world's most valuable companies. By leveraging China's manufacturing capabilities, Cook not only reduced costs but also increased efficiency, allowing Apple to scale operations rapidly. The partnership with Foxconn was particularly crucial, as it enabled the production of iconic products like the iPhone, marking a significant turning point in Apple's history.
European startups
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

How FedEx, UPS, and DHL plan to pass tariff refunds along to customers

Our intent is straightforward: if refunds are issued to FedEx, we will issue refunds for IEEPA tariffs paid to the shippers and consumers who originally bore those charges.
European startups
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
6 days ago

Digital nomads losing up to 2,500 a year in FX costs - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

As this cohort of workers expands, so does exposure to foreign exchange costs, often in ways that are not immediately visible. Many digital nomads are paid in one currency, hold savings in another, and spend across several more.
European startups
fromTheregister
6 days ago

Phone-to-satellite services jump 25% in 8 months

The US leads the world in D2D connections, accounting for 45.9 percent of all global activity in March this year, driven largely by Starlink's extensive satellite constellation.
European startups
European startups
fromTechzine Global
6 days ago

Atos reports weak first quarter, Genesis continues to perform

Atos experienced an 11% organic revenue decline in Q1 2026 due to customer caution and divestment of unprofitable contracts.
European startups
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Europe picks 4 sovereign cloud providers, but one has Google

The European Commission awarded contracts for cloud services, raising concerns about true independence due to involvement of S3NS, a Thales and Google Cloud joint venture.
European startups
fromTechzine Global
1 week ago

Cisco Sovereign Critical Infrastructure now available in Europe

Cisco launches Sovereign Critical Infrastructure across EMEA, enabling organizations to innovate while maintaining control over their data and infrastructure.
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