Databricks presents Genie Code: An AI agent to take over work for data teamsThe AI agent Genie Code is intended to autonomously handle complex tasks in data engineering and analytics – from pipeline creation to production monitoring.
32 billion US dollars for Wiz – Google completes largest acquisitionAlphabet subsidiary Google has acquired cloud security firm Wiz for 32 billion US dollars. It is the largest purchase in the group's history.
Video: Wie sich ONNX-Runtime-Anwendungen lokal bereitstellen lassenDas Open Neural Network Exchange (ONNX)-Format ermöglicht es, KI-Anwendungen von einem Framework auf ein anderes zu portieren. Dieses Video zeigt, wie sich ONNX-Runtime-Anwendungen mithilfe der Ryzen AI-Software lokal nutzen lassen.
Tinder now also with events, live and with AIOnline dating comes to real life. Tinder is testing live events, speed dating and AI support – as well as a horoscope mode.
Google Chrome coming to ARM64 LinuxGoogle announces Chrome for ARM64 Linux. The browser is expected to be released in the second quarter of 2026 and will include full Google integration.
Unprecedented for 3.6 million years: Climate change is lengthening our daysEarth's rotation is slowing down faster since the late Pliocene. Days are therefore getting longer by more than a millisecond per 100 years – with consequences.
Inspired by USK: Age rating system PEGI penalizes loot boxesThe European age rating system PEGI will soon only approve video games with loot boxes from the age of 16. The USK served as inspiration.
Perplexity builds "Personal Computer" based on Mac miniPerplexity Computer is the name of Perplexity's personal assistant. It is now coming to Mac in the OpenClaw style. There is currently a waiting list.
Security vulnerability in "Ally" WordPress Plugin affects 400.000 websitesAttackers can execute their own commands via a vulnerability in the WordPress plugin "Ally". Admins should install the security patch.
Veeam Backup & Replication: Updates close malware smuggling gapsIn Veeam Backup & Replication, the company is closing several critical security vulnerabilities with updates. They allow code smuggling.
Bicycle Market 2025: Industry hopes for a "new normal" after sales declineThe German bicycle industry hopes for better business and new opportunities after a weak 2025.
MacBook Neo: Good repairability, keyboard replaceable individuallyAlmost no glue and no pull-tabs, but many screws: Apple's inexpensive Neo can apparently also be repaired well. The board is very small.
Lower Saxony: SPD and Greens against Palantir surveillance softwareSPD and Greens continue to reject the use of the police software Palantir in Lower Saxony. Experts warn of dragnet searches and dependency.
Caution, customer: How to complain about defective goods effectivelyIf a new device is defective, customers can revoke purchase or complain about the device. Deadlines, burden of proof, and the right contact person are crucial.
Stryker: IT systems deleted after cyberattack by suspected Iranian actorsMedical device manufacturer Stryker admits a serious IT incident. The Iranian cyber gang Handala claims to be behind it.
Submarine cable system 2Africa: work in Persian Gulf stopped due to Iran warThe world's largest submarine cable system is intended to connect Africa with Asia. The final work in the Persian Gulf has now had to be stopped.
„Esoteric Ebb“ alluded to: As if Terry Pratchett wrote „Disco Elysium“The role-playing game „Esoteric Ebb“ follows in the footsteps of „Disco Elysium“ through a strange world between fantasy and steampunk.
Chrome emergency update: Two attacked code-injection vulnerabilities patchedGoogle released an emergency update for Chrome on Friday night. It patches two security vulnerabilities that were attacked on the internet.
Dissatisfied with performance: Meta allegedly postpones release of AI modelMeta originally planned to release its next AI model, "Avocado," in March. Since its performance was not convincing, it is now reportedly not expected until May
Interview on the memory crisis: "Hardware procurement has become a lottery"Due to the AI boom, memory prices have exploded, and there's no end in sight. A conversation about how medium-sized companies are reacting.
Restructuring: Honda discontinues production of three electric vehiclesHonda announces the discontinuation of production for three e-car models, citing the profound transformation of the automotive industry.
ECJ Strengthens Consumer Rights: Free Termination Right When Zero-Rating EndsIf internet contracts are adjusted to zero-rating options due to court rulings, customers may terminate their contracts without additional costs.
Digital dragnet: Ministry of Justice wants biometric internet matchingJustice Minister Hubig plans a reform of the Code of Criminal Procedure to allow investigators automated image matching online and data analysis with AI.
Meta's AI accelerators to overtake Nvidia & Co. in 2027Four AI accelerators in two years, that is Meta's goal. In 2027, the MTIA 500 will arrive with 1700 watts of electrical power consumption.
Hidden by the Milky Way: Vela supercluster much larger than thoughtSuper galaxy clusters are among the largest structures in the universe. Now, a particularly large one has been measured, hidden from us behind the Milky Way.
Meta Quest: New algorithm makes VR games smootherMeta is introducing FrameSync, an improved image synchronization technology for Meta Quest. It can eliminate stuttering and thus curb motion sickness.
Interview: How brain stimulation aims to alleviate depressionTranscranial direct current stimulation has been in use for years. How the "Flow" headset aims to end its niche existence.
OpenProject 17.2 integrates MCP Server for AI-assisted project workOpenProject 17.2 brings an MCP Server for connecting AI systems, meeting templates, budget widgets, and several security fixes.
Market research: YouTube overtakes Disney as the world's largest media companyYouTube overtakes Disney as the largest media company. A large portion of its revenue in 2025 will come from advertising.
Minister of State for Culture: Streaming fairness to be addressed at round tableMusicians' fair remuneration: A round table with platforms, labels, and artists aims to find solutions for the long-discussed problem.
ToughBook 56: Panasonic shows robust notebook with RS-232 and 10 Gbit LANPanasonic's new ToughBook 56 packs its internals protected against shock, water, and dust. Interchangeable modules allow for interface customization.
