Technology – Euro Weekly News https://euroweeklynews.com News and views in English since 1998 Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:09:56 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.4 https://euroweeklynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/cropped-EuroWeeklyNews-Favicon-2-60x60.png Technology – Euro Weekly News https://euroweeklynews.com 32 32 NASA expert warns humanity must prepare for asteroid impacts https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/08/11/nasa-expert-warns-humanity-must-prepare-for-asteroid-impacts/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/08/11/nasa-expert-warns-humanity-must-prepare-for-asteroid-impacts/#respond Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:09:56 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=576236 A giant asteroid is heading towards Earth, and although this one is not expected to hit us, a NASA-linked asteroid expert says humanity must be prepared for the day a space rock really does come our way, and that day will come. The warning comes ahead of the arrival of Apophis, a near-Earth asteroid that will pass exceptionally close to our planet on April 13, 2029. At its nearest point…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/08/11/nasa-expert-warns-humanity-must-prepare-for-asteroid-impacts/feed/ 0 What Revolut’s new French licence changes for account holders in Spain https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/08/11/what-revoluts-new-french-licence-changes-for-account-holders-in-spain/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/08/11/what-revoluts-new-french-licence-changes-for-account-holders-in-spain/#respond Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:49:55 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=576161 More than six million people in Spain now bank with Revolut, yet not one of their euros is protected by the Spanish deposit fund. A licence granted in Paris on Monday August 10 could change which country stands behind that money. Revolut has served Spanish customers since 2023 through Revolut Bank UAB, Sucursal en España. Their branch registration brought Spanish IBANs…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/08/11/what-revoluts-new-french-licence-changes-for-account-holders-in-spain/feed/ 0 How I learned to love layovers again https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/07/28/how-i-learned-to-love-layovers-again/ Tue, 28 Jul 2026 10:06:16 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=575022 I travel a lot, and for years I treated layovers as something to survive rather than enjoy. My routine never changed: find a seat, buy an overpriced coffee, scroll my phone, and count down the hours until boarding. If you’ve ever searched for things to do during a long layover and come up empty, you’ll know exactly the feeling. That changed the day I found LayOverLegends.com. I wasn’t hunting…

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]]> Should parents be worried? China bans AI boyfriends and girlfriends for children https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/07/14/china-tells-ai-boyfriends-and-girlfriends-to-stay-away-from-children/ Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:57:06 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=573842 China is banning AI virtual partners, boyfriends, girlfriends and relatives for minors, while at the same time also requiring platforms to strongly remind users that they are speaking to AI and prompt breaks after long conversations. Your AI boyfriend never forgets your birthday. Your AI girlfriend always replies instantly. They remember your favourite music, ask how your day went…

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]]> The key to online visibility: Tools supporting online visibility https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/07/07/the-key-to-online-visibility-tools-supporting-online-visibility/ Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:02:52 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=573243 Online visibility has entered a new era. For years, online visibility was largely synonymous with Google rankings. Today, that equation is far more complex. Search engines are evolving, AI assistants are becoming a new source of information, and users increasingly expect instant answers instead of links. For businesses, this means online visibility is no longer just about appearing in search…

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]]> Google loses €4.1bn EU fight over the apps Android users see first https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/07/02/google-loses-e4-1bn-eu-fight-over-the-apps-android-users-see-first/ Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:38:02 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=573019 Many Android users never actively choose the browser or search app their phone opens first. On Thursday, July 2, Europe’s top court confirmed Google’s €4.125 billion Android fine, turning an old competition case into a fresh reminder of how phone defaults shape our digital habits, and the corporate slight-of-hand going on behind the curtains. The Court of Justice of the European Union…

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]]> 5 OT security mistakes that leave industrial networks expose https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/06/18/5-ot-security-mistakes-that-leave-industrial-networks-expose/ Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:35:10 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=571889 Manufacturing plants, energy facilities, and logistics hubs are under growing pressure to connect operational technology (OT) to corporate IT networks. The business case is clear: real-time data from the shop floor feeds better decisions, faster maintenance cycles, and leaner operations. The security risk, however, is equally real and frequently underestimated. Unlike IT environments…

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]]> Google is about to release 32 million mosquitoes into the environment; heres why https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/06/07/google-is-about-to-release-32-million-mosquitoes-into-the-environment-heres-why/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/06/07/google-is-about-to-release-32-million-mosquitoes-into-the-environment-heres-why/#comments Sun, 07 Jun 2026 21:33:08 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=571000 In a proposal that initially sounds more like science fiction than public health policy, Google’s parent company Alphabet is seeking regulatory approval to release up to 32 million specially treated mosquitoes across parts of the United States in a large-scale experiment designed to reduce the spread of deadly mosquito-borne diseases. The plan, currently under review by the U.S.

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/06/07/google-is-about-to-release-32-million-mosquitoes-into-the-environment-heres-why/feed/ 5 FBI warns Microsoft users about a new AI scam that can steal accounts without passwords https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/27/fbi-warns-microsoft-users-about-a-new-ai-scam-that-can-steal-accounts-without-passwords/ Wed, 27 May 2026 10:20:51 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=570186 A lot of people still feel relatively safe once they activate two factor authentication on their accounts. The logic seems simple. Even if somebody steals the password, they still need the verification code too. But cybersecurity experts are now warning that things no longer work that neatly. The FBI has issued a warning about a growing phishing scam targeting Microsoft 365 users that can give…

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]]> A giant asteroid found just days ago is now passing close to Earth https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/18/a-giant-asteroid-found-just-days-ago-is-now-passing-close-to-earth/ Mon, 18 May 2026 15:33:35 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=569376 An asteroid that astronomers only discovered a few days ago will fly unusually close to Earth this Monday, May 18, passing at a distance of around 91,000 kilometres from the planet. Scientists insist there is no danger of impact, but the object is still close enough to attract serious attention because it will pass at barely a quarter of the distance between Earth and the Moon. The asteroid…

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]]> The small online shopping habits that are costing people more money https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/17/the-small-online-shopping-habits-that-are-costing-people-more-money/ Sun, 17 May 2026 10:18:28 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=569216 Most people do not massively overspend online because they buy expensive things. Usually, it is the little decisions. Buying too quickly. Trusting the first “discount” they see. Ordering something late at night because it suddenly feels urgent. Clicking checkout without properly comparing prices because honestly, nobody wants to spend half an hour opening ten different tabs anymore.

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]]> TikTok’s latest move could completely reshape online travel bookings https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/15/tiktoks-latest-move-could-completely-reshape-online-travel-bookings/ Fri, 15 May 2026 20:58:56 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=569203 TikTok is no longer just trying to influence where people travel. It now wants to become part of the booking process itself. The platform has launched a new feature called TikTok Go in the United States, allowing users to book hotels, tours, attractions and travel experiences directly from videos they are watching inside the app. Instead of saving a post, opening Google afterwards and comparing…

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]]> ChatGPT can now warn a friend or family member if it believes a user may be in danger https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/05/09/chatgpt-can-now-warn-a-friend-or-family-member-if-it-believes-a-user-may-be-in-danger/ Sat, 09 May 2026 21:46:21 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=568688 OpenAI has introduced a new ChatGPT feature that allows users to choose a trusted person who could be alerted if the AI believes they may be facing a serious safety risk. The system lets adult users select a friend, relative or caregiver who may receive a notification if ChatGPT detects conversations suggesting the person could be in crisis or at risk of harming themselves. The new option is…

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]]> Robots could soon work in Spain’s airports. Here is how close we are https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/28/robots-could-soon-work-in-spains-airports-here-is-how-close-we-are/ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:05:28 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567784 Robots handling luggage at airports might sound futuristic, but it’s already starting to happen. A new trial in Japan is testing whether humanoid machines can take on some of the toughest airport jobs, and it raises a big question, how long until robots are working in Spain’s airports too? In April 2026, Japan Airlines announced a trial using humanoid robots at Tokyo Haneda Airport.

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]]> New study says TikTok and Instagram may be making users feel less happy https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/20/new-study-says-tiktok-and-instagram-may-be-making-users-feel-less-happy/ Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:34:12 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=566972 A new international study has reignited the debate around social media and mental health, claiming that TikTok and Instagram may leave users feeling less happy than other popular platforms. Researchers say not all apps affect people in the same way, and platforms built around endless recommended content may have a stronger negative effect than services mainly used to speak with friends and family.

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]]> Spain issues urgent warning after fake Guardia Civil emails target bank details https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/19/spain-issues-urgent-warning-after-fake-guardia-civil-emails-target-bank-details/ Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:23:46 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=566904 A new email scam is doing the rounds in Spain, and it is catching attention for one simple reason: it uses the name of the Guardia Civil to frighten people into responding. Spain’s National Cybersecurity Institute, INCIBE, says fraudsters are sending messages that pretend to come from the Guardia Civil and Europol. The emails claim the recipient is linked to criminal activity or under…

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]]> New EU phone rules could change the way you buy your next mobile https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/17/new-eu-phone-rules-could-change-the-way-you-buy-your-next-mobile/ Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:47:55 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=566813 Anyone planning to buy a new smartphone in the next few years may want to know this now. From 2027, mobile phones sold across the European Union will have to meet new rules designed to make them last longer, work better over time and become easier to repair. One of the biggest changes is the battery. In many cases, it will need to be replaceable, a move that could end the frustration of owning an…

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]]> Here’s what will actually happen to your Kindle on May 20 https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/16/heres-what-will-actually-happen-to-your-kindle-on-may-20/ Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:40:30 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=566705 For many readers, the Amazon Kindle is a godsend. It’s lightweight, portable, water-resistant, and has a massive storage capacity. The battery life is astounding, able to last for days, and its backlit E-ink screen, which mimics real paper, allows readers to read at night (and in planes, for instance), all while being easier on the eyes than a traditional blue-light screen. This is to say nothing…

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]]> A giant ‘cosmic laser’ just reached Earth after 8 billion years https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/14/a-giant-cosmic-laser-just-reached-earth-after-8-billion-years/ Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:38:59 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=566530 A signal described as a kind of cosmic laser has just reached Earth after travelling for around eight billion years, and scientists say it is one of the most distant ever detected. The emission was picked up by the MeerKAT radio telescope in South Africa and comes from a galaxy so far away that the universe was only about half its current age when the signal first began its journey.

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]]> Spain warning: One phone call about a parcel could cost you your WhatsApp https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/31/spain-warning-one-phone-call-about-a-parcel-could-cost-you-your-whatsapp/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 20:35:43 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=565406 A quick call about an ‘urgent delivery’ might not sound like a big deal – but Spanish police say it’s now one of the easiest ways for scammers to take over your WhatsApp account. All it takes is a six-digit code sent to your phone. It usually starts the same way. Your phone rings. Someone on the other end says they’re a delivery driver. There’s a parcel for you, something’s gone wrong…

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]]> Warning issued to wrap bank cards in foil to avoid contactless theft in public places https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/29/warning-issued-to-wrap-bank-cards-in-foil-to-avoid-contactless-theft-in-public-places/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/29/warning-issued-to-wrap-bank-cards-in-foil-to-avoid-contactless-theft-in-public-places/#comments Sun, 29 Mar 2026 19:01:48 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=565149 Wrapping your bank card in aluminium foil to stop contactless theft might sound odd, but it’s a trick more people are trying – and it’s based on real science. The idea is that foil can block the wireless signals used for contactless payments. But while the theory holds up, experts say it’s not quite the simple solution it appears to be. With contactless payments now part of everyday life in…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/29/warning-issued-to-wrap-bank-cards-in-foil-to-avoid-contactless-theft-in-public-places/feed/ 2 Netflix prices rise again – will Spain be next to pay more? https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/28/netflix-prices-rise-again-will-spain-be-next-to-pay-more/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/28/netflix-prices-rise-again-will-spain-be-next-to-pay-more/#comments Sat, 28 Mar 2026 21:28:58 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=565067 Netflix has increased its subscription prices in the United States – and if past patterns are anything to go by, Spain could be next. The latest hike affects all plans, from the ad-supported option to Premium, and will apply from the next billing cycle for existing users. Nothing has been officially announced for Spain yet. But for many subscribers here, the question is already being asked: how…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/28/netflix-prices-rise-again-will-spain-be-next-to-pay-more/feed/ 1 Spain removes 11,300 terrorist audio files as Ministry triggers new digital safety rules https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/20/spain-removes-11300-terrorist-audio-files-as-ministry-triggers-new-digital-safety-rules/ Fri, 20 Mar 2026 11:45:26 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=564459 Spain has officially triggered the removal of more than 11,300 online addresses containing extremist audio propaganda across 22 digital platforms this week. Coordinated by the Ministry of the Interior and Europol on March 18, 2026, the operation targeted over 1,100 hours of chants and recruitment podcasts that were previously “invisible” to standard video-based moderation tools.

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]]> The 5-digit code every mobile user should know – and why it could save your phone https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/15/the-5-digit-code-every-mobile-user-should-know-and-why-it-could-save-your-phone/ Sun, 15 Mar 2026 10:36:34 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=563976 Your smartphone probably contains more personal information than any other device you own. From banking apps and private photos to emails and passwords, our phones have become a digital extension of our lives. That is exactly why they are also one of the main targets for theft and cybercrime. Security experts are now reminding mobile users of a simple five-digit code that everyone should know.

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]]> Parents could soon control their children’s WhatsApp accounts https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/11/parents-could-soon-control-their-childrens-whatsapp-accounts/ Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:31:10 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=563688 WhatsApp is preparing to introduce a new type of account for children that will allow parents to control who their kids can message and how the app is used. The change could affect millions of families in Spain, where the messaging platform is one of the most widely used ways for young people to communicate with friends and classmates. The new system will link a child’s WhatsApp account to a…

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]]> The 5 things you should always keep on your phone in case of emergency https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/07/the-5-things-you-should-always-keep-on-your-phone-in-case-of-emergency/ Sat, 07 Mar 2026 11:19:24 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=563281 Your smartphone might be the most powerful safety tool you carry every day – but only if it’s set up properly. Experts say keeping a few key pieces of information saved on your phone can make a real difference when something unexpected happens, whether it’s a medical emergency, a travel problem or even a simple loss of internet connection. For expats living abroad, especially in countries like…

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]]> This high-demand job could disappear by 2026, according to Elon Musk https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/03/this-high-demand-job-could-disappear-by-2026-according-to-elon-musk/ Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:39:32 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=562950 Elon Musk has once again stirred the tech world, this time with a bold warning to programmers: by the end of 2026, writing code as we know it today could become unnecessary. Speaking during internal meetings at xAI and at the World Economic Forum in Davos, the Tesla and SpaceX boss said artificial intelligence is advancing so quickly that developers may soon stop typing code altogether. Instead…

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]]> The week Barcelona becomes the centre of the future https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/02/the-week-barcelona-becomes-the-centre-of-the-future/ Mon, 02 Mar 2026 09:45:38 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=562814 Barcelona is about to turn into the tech capital of the world again, with more than 110,000 visitors expected to descend on the city for the 20th edition of the Mobile World Congress (MWC). From artificial intelligence breakthroughs to space tech showcases, the landmark event is not just about phones anymore, and its ripple effects will be felt far beyond the exhibition halls. Held from March 2…

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]]> Spain joins the alien hunt with cutting-edge technology https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/01/the-search-for-alien-life-is-coming-to-southern-spain-and-3000-stars-are-the-target/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/01/the-search-for-alien-life-is-coming-to-southern-spain-and-3000-stars-are-the-target/#comments Sun, 01 Mar 2026 12:55:29 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=562764 Spain is stepping into the global hunt for extraterrestrial life. Scientists in southern Spain are building next-generation telescope technology that could monitor around 3,000 nearby stars for signs of habitable planets, putting Andalucía on the map in one of the most ambitious scientific quests of our time. The work is centred around the Calar Alto Observatory in Almería…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/01/the-search-for-alien-life-is-coming-to-southern-spain-and-3000-stars-are-the-target/feed/ 1 Meta is about to remove a feature millions of Messenger users still rely on https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/01/meta-is-about-to-remove-a-feature-millions-of-messenger-users-still-rely-on/ Sun, 01 Mar 2026 09:37:55 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=562743 If you still open Messenger on your laptop instead of your phone, you might want to pay attention. Meta is removing some of the ways millions of people access the messaging platform, and many users will only realise once it stops working. The change is not a rumour. Meta has already shut down its standalone Messenger desktop apps and is now preparing to close another long-standing access point.

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