TECHNOLOGY
Home routers named ‘Europe’s forgotten internet security risk’
Researchers warn millions of home routers could represent an overlooked cyber security vulnerability across Europe’s digital infrastructure.
AI lab says brain-like engine could slash chatbot bills by 98 per cent
Verkko Robotics claims its brain-inspired Voltaic engine reduces AI costs dramatically while improving privacy and energy efficiency.
The board challenge: why security is no longer an IT problem
Cofense explores how AI-driven phishing threats are making email security a board-level business resilience issue.
The fist-bumping, selfie-taking humanoid guide that could usher sightseeing tours into the AI age
A humanoid tour guide capable of conversation and navigation could bring AI to sightseeing experiences.
EU says ‘time for change’ on child social media safety after survey links platforms to youth distress
The EU is reviewing child online safety after research linked social media use to youth distress.
UK’s under-16s social media ban risks giving parents false comfort, experts warn
Experts warn the under-16s social media ban could create false reassurance while leaving key online risks unresolved.
Redefining optical gas detection: how Optronics Group is building the future of industrial safety
Optronics Group is advancing optical gas detection with scalable, high-performance systems designed for industrial safety and reliability.
Claude maker Anthropic valued at nearly $1tn after record AI funding round
Anthropic’s valuation neared $1tn after the Claude maker secured a record $65bn AI funding round.
NASA to send rabbit-like drones to scout site for first Moon base
NASA’s MoonFall drones will hop across the lunar South Pole to support future Moon Base exploration and habitation plans.
Apollo, Artemis, Ali and Live Aid satellite station set for new Moon role in £37m deal
Cornwall’s historic Goonhilly Earth Station is set to support future lunar missions under a £37m Intuitive Machines deal.
Four forces reshaping cyber risk in 2026
AI attacks, geopolitical instability and quantum threats are forcing organisations to rethink cyber resilience strategies for 2026.
Siemens expands rail technology arm with Italian deal
Siemens is expanding its rail diagnostics and signalling business through a major acquisition of Italy’s MERMEC technology operations.
Italy draws global tech investors as Europe races to build its own champions
Global investors gathered in Bologna as Italy’s technology sector expands across AI, cybersecurity, robotics, cloud and autonomous driving.
Opel turns to Chinese EV technology for new European-built SUV
Opel will use Chinese EV technology from Leapmotor in a new European-built electric SUV planned for launch by 2028.
Japan and Luxembourg deepen space ties as lunar race gathers pace
Japan and Luxembourg deepen space cooperation through ispace-EUROPE visit, focusing on lunar exploration and rover development.
Polymorphic attacks: the shape-shifting threat
AI-driven polymorphic phishing continuously mutates email threats, forcing organisations to adopt adaptive, faster, behaviour-based security defences.
‘Lost’ zip design could give space exploration a lift
MIT revives Y-zipper design, turning flexible materials into strong structures for space, robotics, and real-world applications.
Orbitae – AI by SDG Group launches Gena Suite to scale enterprise AI
Gena Suite enterprise AI helps organisations scale AI from pilots to production, improving integration, performance and operational decision-making.
Firms ‘wasting AI’ by using it to speed up bad habits
Companies accused of AI misuse firms trend, using AI to accelerate outdated processes rather than improving decision-making.
Why leadership matters when implementing AI
AI success depends on leadership direction, clear priorities, and accountability to turn experimentation into measurable business value.
Stratospheric telecoms blimp completes “historic” record 12-day flight over Atlantic
Telecom blimp flight completes a record 12-day Atlantic mission, advancing stratospheric technology for global mobile connectivity expansion.
