Updates

4 Mar 2026

AI tool from MIT speeds up complex engineering optimisation

The system speeds up advanced engineering design by pinpointing key variables, achieving top solutions up to 100 times faster than traditional methods.

4 Mar 2026

Developers gain early access to Gemini 3.1 Flash-Lite

Benchmarks show the new model surpasses prior Gemini generations, with faster response times and strong reasoning capabilities.

4 Mar 2026

Chrome moves to rapid releases as Google responds to AI disruption

AI-driven rivals push Google to evolve its Chrome browser development.

4 Mar 2026

Ripple expands stablecoin platform for global payments

The platform now integrates fiat and stablecoins, offering a unified infrastructure for fintechs operating at a global scale.

4 Mar 2026

Cybercriminals shift to stolen credentials and AI-enabled attacks

AI is helping cybercriminals automate fraud, including thread hijacking and targeting transactions to maximise profit while avoiding scrutiny.

4 Mar 2026

EU prepares tougher rules for older data centres

A new EU sovereignty package demands stronger performance from older data hubs.

4 Mar 2026

EU pushes federated cloud plan to reduce dependence on foreign tech

Telecom giant Telefónica leads a pan-European push for secure sovereign cloud services.

4 Mar 2026

Parliament deadlock leaves EU chat-scanning extension in doubt

Lawmakers of the European Parliament struggle to keep the Union’s temporary chat scanning regime in force.

4 Mar 2026

Europe turns to satellite networks as Deutsche Telekom expands Starlink collaboration

A Starlink integration that positions Deutsche Telekom for next-generation European connectivity.

4 Mar 2026

X Chat debuts as separate app for iOS

Separating X Chat into a standalone app signals a shift from Elon Musk’s earlier vision of consolidating multiple services.