Category Archives: Internet & Online

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DHL Express Launches Label-Free Returns Service to Simplify and Green the Process

(IN BRIEF) DHL Express has launched a Label-Free Service for package returns, offering a more convenient and eco-friendly alternative to traditional printed labels. Customers now receive a QR code for returns, which they can show at DHL ServicePoints or to … Read the full press release

ESET Uncovers Telekopye Scam Network Targeting Booking.com and Airbnb Users through Compromised Hotel Accounts

(IN BRIEF) ESET Research has revealed that the Telekopye scam network has shifted its focus to targeting users of Booking.com and Airbnb through compromised hotel accounts. By sending fake payment issue emails and directing users to fraudulent booking sites that … Read the full press release

ESET Expands Vulnerability and Patch Management to Linux and macOS, Enhancing Security and Usability for Businesses

(IN BRIEF) ESET has enhanced its Vulnerability and Patch Management module to include Linux and macOS systems, expanding coverage and offering improved visibility and control through a new dashboard. The update supports both automated and manual vulnerability scanning, ensuring seamless … Read the full press release

Eviden and IQM Quantum Computers Team Up to Enhance Quantum Computing Accessibility in France

(IN BRIEF) Eviden, a division of the Atos Group focused on advanced computing, has partnered with IQM Quantum Computers to enhance accessibility to quantum computing. They have installed the IQM Spark™, a superconducting quantum computer, at Eviden’s Angers facility in … Read the full press release

Vodafone and Google Forge $1 Billion Partnership to Revolutionize AI-Powered Services Across Europe and Africa

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone and Google have announced a groundbreaking ten-year partnership, committing over a billion dollars to enhance services and devices powered by generative AI and cloud technology across Europe and Africa. This collaboration aims to provide AI-driven Google Pixel … Read the full press release

MegaFair Revolutionizes the iGaming Industry with Skill-Based Games

(IN BRIEF) MegaFair is transforming the iGaming industry by focusing on skill-based gaming, catering to the growing demand for entertainment and strategic competition among players. By moving away from traditional luck-based gambling, MegaFair offers a unique blend of excitement and … Read the full press release

Ericsson and SoftBank Partner to Drive AI Integration in RAN for Next-Gen Network Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and SoftBank Corp. have partnered to explore the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into Radio Access Network (RAN) infrastructure, aiming to enhance network efficiency and unlock new use cases for communication service providers. The collaboration will focus … Read the full press release

Vodafone Launches Smart Wi-Fi Backup to Keep Customers Connected During Broadband Outages

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone has launched Smart Wi-Fi Backup, a service that ensures uninterrupted internet connectivity by switching fixed broadband customers to Vodafone’s 4G or 5G network during outages. The service, which will expand across Europe in 2025, connects all devices … Read the full press release

European Commission Evaluates Poland’s Media Adherence to the Right to be Forgotten

THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION HAS BEEN ACTIVELY ASSESSING POLAND’S ALIGNMENT WITH THE EU’S “RIGHT TO BE FORGOTTEN” DIRECTIVE AS IT PERTAINS TO MEDIA OUTLETS. THIS SCRUTINY FOLLOWS A RECENT PROPOSAL AIMED AT EXPANDING THESE RIGHTS WITHIN THE MEDIA SECTOR. OVER THE … Read the full press release

NAGRAVISION and Airties Team Up to Enhance Cybersecurity Solutions for Homes and Small Businesses

(IN BRIEF) NAGRAVISION has partnered with Airties to integrate the NAGRA Scout cybersecurity suite into Airties’ Smart Wi-Fi portfolio, marking a significant step toward bolstering digital security for residential and small business customers. This collaboration aims to provide a comprehensive … Read the full press release

Zalando Expands AI Fashion Assistant and Adds Trend Spotter to Four More Cities Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) Zalando has expanded its AI-powered fashion assistant across all 25 of its markets, now offering personalized fashion recommendations in local languages. This assistant, which integrates Zalando’s own models with OpenAI’s large language models, tailors advice based on factors … Read the full press release

EPI Unveils Wero: A New Instant Payment Wallet Launching in France, Set to Revolutionize European Digital Payments

(IN BRIEF) EPI (European Payments Initiative) has launched Wero, a new instant digital payment wallet in France. This app enables users to send and receive money instantly using just a phone number or email, with transactions processed in less than … Read the full press release

EU’s Digital Wallet to Revolutionize Identity and Access for 448 Million Citizens by 2026

  (IN BRIEF) The European Union is preparing to roll out a digital identity wallet by 2026, which will provide secure digital identification for its 448 million citizens. This initiative aims to simplify access to government services, healthcare, travel, and … Read the full press release

Pearson’s Connections Academy Partners with SNHU to Provide Affordable College Credits for Students and Families

(IN BRIEF) Pearson’s Connections Academy has partnered with Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) to offer new educational opportunities for its graduates, employees, and their families. Through this collaboration, students can benefit from a 15% tuition discount for SNHU online degree … Read the full press release

MAN Truck & Bus and UTA Edenred Launch MAN SimplePay, a Streamlined Digital Platform for Fleet Cost Management

(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus has partnered with UTA Edenred to launch MAN SimplePay, a digital platform designed to simplify fleet cost management and enhance operational transparency. Launching in late 2024, the platform will enable fleet managers to monitor … Read the full press release

Ericsson and INFORM Team Up to Revolutionize Financial Security and Defeat Advanced Fraud

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has partnered with INFORM to integrate the advanced RiskShield platform into its Mobile Financial Services Platform to enhance security in financial services and combat fraud. The collaboration will provide Ericsson’s global customers, including communication service providers (CSPs), … Read the full press release

EIB Grants €220 Million to Nexi Group to Drive Digital Payment Innovation and Sustainability in Europe

(IN BRIEF) The EIB has granted €220 million to Nexi Group to support innovation in Europe’s digital payments sector. The funding will help drive the development of modernized payment solutions, job creation, and sustainability initiatives, reflecting Nexi’s commitment to ESG … Read the full press release

Perovskia Solar Powers Up IoT Sector with New Funding and Innovative Solar Technology

(IN BRIEF) Perovskia Solar, an Empa spin-off, has secured over two million Swiss francs in seed funding and signed contracts with more than ten major IoT companies. Specializing in custom-printed perovskite solar cells, the company aims to provide sustainable energy … Read the full press release

Garanti BBVA Introduces Türkiye’s First End-to-End Digital Vehicle Loans for Individuals

(IN BRIEF) Garanti BBVA has become the first Turkish bank to offer fully digital vehicle loans for individual customers, expanding a service previously available only to companies and self-employed clients. The entire loan application process, covering nearly 40 automobile brands, … Read the full press release

EIB Supports Deutsche Glasfaser with €350 Million Loan to Expand High-Speed Internet in Rural Germany

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has granted a €350 million loan to Deutsche Glasfaser to expand fibre-optic broadband access to around 460,000 rural homes and businesses in Germany. This initiative, supported by the EU’s InvestEU programme, addresses the … Read the full press release