In new research, Google DeepMind has demonstrated that its AI can help accelerate the development of quantum computers — taking one step further in combining two of the most disruptive technologies. DeepMind…
This startup is bioengineering tissue into human vein implants
Norwegian startup ClexBio is bioengineering human veins to implant inside a patient’s body. Together with CSEM, a Swiss R&D centre, the company has built a prototype bioreactor to grow the veins. Pre-clinical…
7 fast-growing scaleups with unicorn potential — meet them at TNW 2024
While there are many innovative companies heading to TNW Conference 2024 this year, we’ve created a short list of 7 of the hottest scaleups to check out. Though they cover a range…
Spain to fine Booking nearly €500M for elbowing out smaller firms
The parent company of Amsterdam-based Booking.com faces a record fine from Spain’s antitrust watchdog, as Europe steps up its efforts to crack down on tech giants and create breathing room for smaller…
Hackers are hunting celebs. Digital IDs can help — but come with caveats
When it comes to cyberattacks, celebrities have a huge target on their backs. Just consider the news at the end of 2023 where Rhysida, the infamous hacking group, announced it had attacked King…
New Russian PSYOPs mix disinformation, spam, and Navalny
Researchers have discovered a Russia-aligned PSYOPs campaign with a curious mix of espionage, disinformation, and Canadian pharmacy spam. It also has links to Alexi Navalany, the Kremlin critic who died last week…
Arm says ‘software is becoming the driver’ for cars after inking deal with Nuro
After watching its share price almost double in a week, Arm has further tapped into the demand for AI compute. The chip designer today announced a deal with Nuro, a US startup…
Arm says ‘software is becoming the driver’ for AVs after inking deal with Nuro
After watching its share price almost double in a week, Arm has further tapped into the demand for AI compute. The chip designer today announced a deal with Nuro, a US startup…
Space engineer talks about her search for life on Mars
Last week, NASA’s Perseverance rover spotted its companion, the downed Ingenuity helicopter, in its final resting place amongst a sea of sand ripples on Mars. The aircraft had suffered irreparable damage in…
Dutch EV charging startup raises €27.5M to grow European network
Amsterdam-based Fastned has raised more than €24mn in new bonds to grow its fast charging network across Europe. Investors have also extended €3.5mn from earlier bonds, bringing the total funding to over…