Culture news

Kate Bush reflects on dangers of AI in annual Christmas message

“It’s been another year of exceptionally dark news. It just keeps getting worse, doesn’t it?” wrote the iconic British singer.

25 December 2024

Markets

What could shape the markets in 2025? Here’s what the analysts think

After a year of new records on the stock market, 2025 is expected to bring more rallies. But what are the key factors that could move market sentiment in the new year?

25 December 2024

Tech News

German parties reveal tech policies ahead of next year's snap election

Ahead of the German general election early next year, we look at what some of the biggest parties want to achieve in technology policy.

24 December 2024

Tech News

AI, flying taxis, bendable phones: The tech that defined 2024

Euronews Next breaks down some of the tech showcased this year to find out what advancements or faults 2024 will be remembered for.

24 December 2024

Tech News

Rival Spanish politicians 'reconcile' for Christmas in parody AI video

What better time than Christmas to put aside differences and embrace the spirit of reconciliation? United Unknown, a political satire collective, has gone viral with an AI-generated video of leading Spanish figures.

23 December 2024

Tech News

What is an AI factory and why is the EU betting big on them?

The European Commission approved seven new AI factories earlier this month. We take a look at what these factories are and what to expect from the EU ones.

21 December 2024

EuroVerify

Viral video of Musk and Meloni kissing is AI-generated

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's expressive face has often led to her being romantically paired with other prominent global figures online, and her recent appearance with Elon Musk has prompted the emergence of "Muskloni" fans.

20 December 2024

Tech News

The rise of AI therapy: Can chatbots ever truly replace humans?

As vulnerable people increasingly turn to chatbots for mental health support, how can we ensure their safety?

19 December 2024

Tech News

EU data watchdog sets terms for AI model's legitimate use of personal data

The EDPB responded to the Irish authority, clarifying AI model anonymity, the legitimacy of using personal data for their development while leaving leeway to national data protection authorities.

19 December 2024

My Wildest Prediction

A world without passports, with entrepreneur Karoli Hindriks

According to Karoli Hindriks by 2035 passports will be obsolete. Why? Are there any alternatives to them? Hindkiks joins My Wildest Prediction to share her views on mobility, the job market and digitalisation.

18 December 2024

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Watch: AI-powered robot teaches German students

A secondary school in northern Germany became the first to trial a humanoid robot teacher on Tuesday. The robot, named Captcha, was developed by Hong Kong start-up Hidoba Research and introduced to students in Lower Saxony to discuss artificial intelligence.

17 December 2024

Tech News

With Trump's return looming, will US-EU relations on tech change?

For the last four years, experts say the US and EU started talking to each other again when it comes to technology policy. But what’s in store under Donald Trump?

17 December 2024

Culture news

Why you shouldn't care about Madonna's AI Pope images

As Christians decry the singer's posts of her being cosied up with the Pope, we look at why this isn't particularly shocking in context of Madonna's career.

17 December 2024

Culture news

Kate Bush joins campaign against AI

The campaign states that “the unlicensed use of creative works for training generative AI is a major, unjust threat to the livelihoods of the people behind those works, and must not be permitted”.

13 December 2024

Tech News

Google announces next generation of AI technology under Gemini

Google is forging ahead with its next generation of AI technology while fending off a breakup threat.

12 December 2024

Turkey

Euroviews. The struggle for truth in the digital age will determine our future

We are fully aware that, for the sake of humanity's common future, we must act with an understanding that does not compromise on the principles of truth, conscience, and justice, Professor Fahrettin Altun writes.

10 December 2024

Tech News

OpenAI releases AI video creator but it won’t be coming to Europe yet

The ChatGPT maker said it is blocking particularly damaging forms of abuse, such as child sexual abuse materials and sexual deepfakes.

10 December 2024

Business

Nvidia faces China probe amid retaliation for US trade curbs

Nvidia shares slid amid an escalation in the tech trade war as China launched a probe into the company on suspicion of breaching the anti-monopoly law.

10 December 2024

Tech News

Europe risks becoming 'digital colony' as it falls behind AI rivals

A report underlined the "hegemonic power" of the US when it comes to artificial intelligence (AI) and the risks that poses for Europe.

10 December 2024

Partner content

What Europe needs: a Commission that drives connectivity and competitiveness

Partner content presented by GSMA

Connectivity has never been more essential to Europe’s ability to compete and prosper at a global level. It is the key enabler for the continent’s citizens and businesses both in their crucial day-to-day activities and in driving innovation and maximising growth opportunities, in particular in AI.

9 December 2024