TNW Podcast: Deepfakes are on the rise — and so is Arm’s market cap


Welcome to the new episode of the TNW Podcast — the show where we discuss the latest developments in the European technology ecosystem and feature interviews with some of the most interesting people in the industry. In today’s episode, Andrii and Linnea talk

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Will AGI pose a threat to humanity? We asked 3 experts at TNW Conference


From Skynet to The Matrix, the possibility of machines one day being able to outsmart us has provided the backdrop to stories from science fiction books to the silver screen. But with AI technology evolving at rapid speed, will it soon be time to say “hasta la

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World’s biggest tidal energy ‘kite’ powers up for first time in Faroe Islands


A giant tidal energy “kite” located in the waters off Vestmannsund, Faroe Islands, has delivered its first power to the grid, in a significant step forward for the budding ocean energy industry. Dubbed the Dragon 12, the device swims against the current

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New robot guide dog shows not only human jobs are threatened by AI


Automation doesn’t only threaten human workers. Our canine colleagues may also need new jobs because there’s a new robot guide dog in town — and it doesn’t even need walkies. Named Roboguide, the quadruped was bred at the University of Glasgow. The research team

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Why Python continues to reign supreme on the job market


Python has become a language of choice, not just for developers but more and more businesses are relying on it as the backbone of their operations. Just what has contributed to the uncontested rise in its popularity and what career and salary prospects can Python

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Dutch startup wins €15M to develop first solid-state battery factory


As the world electrifies, the race is on to build better batteries that take you further, charge faster, are safer, and more sustainable.  Dutch startup LionVolt is developing 3D solid-state batteries that it says ticks all the above — and it’s just

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New biotech startup targets genes to treat skin diseases


A new biotech startup developing immuno-dermatology technologies for skin diseases has launched today with $100mn (€93mn) in seed funding. Based in Boston and Geneva, Alys Pharmaceuticals is co-founded by Medicixi, a European healthcare-focused investment fi

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Google launches €25M AI drive to ‘empower’ Europe’s workforce


Google has launched a €25mn training and skills programme to help Europe’s workforce “seize the opportunity of AI,” the tech giant announced today.  The initiative is targeted at “vulnerable and underserved” communities, who Google said risk getting left

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Why startups thrive with immigrant founders


The recent changes to immigration rules in the UK have prompted some entrepreneurs to fear that they may be forced to leave the country as they don’t pay themselves enough to meet the new earnings criteria. This could pr

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Cowboy riders across Europe can now call an ebike mechanic to their doorstep


Riders in numerous locations throughout Europe can now have their Cowboy ebikes repaired without ever leaving their couch.  Through the Cowboy app, you can request a mechanic to come to your home and carry out services like repairs, general maintenan

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