Steam Frame: How German VR Developers Rate the VR HeadsetCan Steam Frame give the VR industry new momentum? We asked German VR developers what they think of the VR headset.
Shai-Hulud 2: New version of NPM worm also attacks low-code platformsThe attackers have learned from their mistakes and have now developed a more aggressive version of the worm. It has already stolen over 27,000 credentials.
Canadian Court: OVHcloud from France must hand over user dataThe Ontario court has ordered OVHcloud to provide data stored in its cloud. This raises questions about digital sovereignty.
Deutschland-Stack: Bavaria doesn't want to buy a "pig in a poke"15 federal states would adopt the Deutschland-Stack if the federal government pays for it. Only Bavaria voted against the proposal.
Switzerland: Data Protection Officers Recommend Broad Cloud Ban for AuthoritiesAccording to the Data Protection Conference, federal offices may only use US hyperscalers like AWS, Google, or Microsoft to a limited extent.
Steam Frame: What can the VR headset achieve?Steam Frame is an ambitious VR headset that defies common categories and whose true significance extends beyond virtual reality.
EU backs away from chat controlIn its new draft for combating child abuse online, the EU is abandoning chat control. Instead: risk assessments and voluntary measures.
GlobalBuildingAtlas: 3D Models of 2.8 Billion Buildings in the World on GitHubA research team from Munich has created an immense dataset of all structures in the world. It is intended to help with urban planning and other things.
Nutanix: An Open Challenge to VMwareNutanix is presenting its strategy for the post-Broadcom era, including upcoming support for Omnissa Horizon and opening up to external storage.
How a French judge was digitally cut off by the USANicolas Guillou has been sanctioned by the USA as a judge of the International Criminal Court. He notices the effects primarily in the digital realm.
Red Alert 2 in the Browser: Fan Project Brings Classic to the WebThe Chrono Divide project is porting Command & Conquer: Red Alert 2 to the browser. Multiplayer already works, the campaign is still in progress.
FreeBSD 15: Great strides thanks to industry supportFreeBSD 15 brings noticeable improvements thanks to strong industry support: New features include package management, cloud, and laptop usage.
Zig turns its back on GitHub: Frustration over Actions and Microsoft's AI courseThe programming language Zig is leaving GitHub after ten years. The reason is problems with GitHub Actions, chaotic job scheduling, and Microsoft's AI direction.
IBM CEO Considers Current AI Frenzy UnsustainableThe arms race between hyperscalers is consuming trillions of US dollars. IBM CEO Arvind Krishna questions how economically viable this is.
India revokes order for pre-installation of security appAfter much criticism, the government in New Delhi is withdrawing a provision for the pre-installation of a non-deletable cybersecurity app on smartphones.
Approval Requirement: Government Aims for More Efficient IT Project ManagementThe federal government wants to reduce costs for IT projects. The Digital Ministry is to ensure better management – and be allowed to say no.
Wie große Sprachmodelle den IT-Support unterstützen könnenMit generativer KI lässt sich der IT-Support effizient und skalierbar gestalten. Doch es gibt Hürden: Ohne saubere Datenbasis und durchdachte Architektur bleibt vieles hinter den Erwartungen zurück.
Xreal 1S: New Display Glasses Can Render 2D Videos in 3DXreal has announced two new products: the entry-level model Xreal 1S and the charging accessory Xreal Neo. What distinguishes them from current models?
EU misses hydrogen targets: Green energy carrier four times too expensiveDespite billions in subsidies, electrolysis capacity expansion lags. EU energy agency urges immediate regulatory measures.
Biomining: Researchers Use Viruses to Extract Rare Earth MetalsUS researchers are looking for alternatives to extract coveted rare earth metals – with the help of viruses.
Fundamental Rights: Court Halts Mass Surveillance of Swiss Intelligence ServiceSwiss Federal Administrative Court declares intelligence service's telecom surveillance unconstitutional after civil rights lawsuit.
Research with data from e-patient records: "Easily a decade away"The EU Health Data Space raises hopes for research and industry. Although there is still a long way to go, further data spaces have been announced.
MBUX 3.3: Mercedes-Benz brings Audible and Amazon Music to the carMercedes-Benz is equipping its vehicles with the MBUX infotainment system with an update to version 3.3. Audible and Amazon Music are now integrated.
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Cooperation between AWS and Google Cloud to simplify the use of multiple cloudsTwo of the three largest cloud providers are cooperating for simplified multicloud operation. AWS and Google Cloud emphasize improved reliability and security.
Clickbait directly from Google: Test with AI-generated titles in Discover feedGoogle's Discover feed is popular for finding worthwhile articles or news on the internet. In an experiment, Google is having titles generated by AI.
Electric car Hyundai Ioniq 6 in winter long-distance test: limits shownHyundai is revising the Ioniq 6. A first test drive under adverse conditions through six European countries reveals weaknesses.
"Helldivers 2": Update reduces storage requirements from 154 GByte to 23 GByteOnce colossal, soon portable: An update for "Helldivers 2" drastically reduces its storage hunger. The reason is an adjustment for hard drive users.
Buyout of Electronic Arts: Saudi Arabia covers over 90 percentEA is being bought by a private equity consortium comprising three firms. The new power dynamics are now becoming known – and they appear to be very one-sided.
"Avatar 3": Film Excerpt for Meta Quest Builds Anticipation for VR CinemaIn two weeks, "Avatar: Fire and Ash" will be released in German cinemas. On Meta Quest, you can see a film scene with a great 3D effect beforehand.
HBO Max: Streaming service available in Germany from January 13After a long wait, there is a launch date for HBO Max: On January 13, the streaming subscription will come to Germany. It starts at 6 Euros per month.
Android 16 QPR2: Google brings optimized app theming and moreGoogle has released the next major update to Android 16 QPR2. The update brings optimized app theming, among other things.
Mistral 3: Four new AI models from FranceWith Mistral 3, a model family under the Apache 2.0 license is released, which is intended to compete with models from the USA and China.
MH370: Underwater robots to search for aircraft missing for over eleven yearsA search operation using underwater robots is intended to locate the wreckage of the Malaysian aircraft MH370, which has been missing for more than 11 years.
After 2700 Years: Ancient Princely Court in China Located thanks Solar Eclipse2700 years ago, a total solar eclipse was observed at a princely court in China. A research team has now determined the exact location of this court at the time
New Sensor: Full-frame camera Sony Alpha 7 V introduced, first hands-onSony presents the fifth generation of its Alpha 7 series with a partially stacked sensor, integrated AI processor, and faster continuous shooting.
3D-printed cornea allows patient to see againCorneal transplants are not unusual. However, a 3D-printed cornea was implanted in Israel.
Autonome Agenten: Wie KI die Prozessautomatisierung revolutioniertKI-Agenten planen und lösen komplexe Aufgaben selbständig und systemübergreifend. In der Prozessautomatisierung bringen sie aber auch neue Risiken und höhere Anforderungen an die IT-Infrastruktur mit sich.
Gmail and Chat Grow Together: Google Aims to Simplify Team CommunicationGoogle Workspace is getting a new feature to integrate emails directly from Gmail into chat conversations. The goal is smoother team communication.
"Stranger Things Season 5": The horror beyond the voice breakThe first half of the "Stranger Things" finale is here. The action is exciting, but the long wait is unfortunately clearly visible on the stars.
Data Retention: Commission to present proposal by mid-2026Data retention is coming back, at least as a topic of discussion. What the EU states wish for is revealed by a pre-Christmas wish list.
New Update Strategy: New Android Features Released When ReadyGoogle is officially bidding farewell to the annual update cycle for Android updates. New features will be released when they are ready.
Collaboration tool Docs gets comment function and new designThe open-source platform for collaborative documentation reaches version 4.0 with a comment function, revised interface, and new shortcuts.
Amazon with new AI accelerator and Nvidia technology in the futureAWS introduces Trainium3, a chip four times faster and more energy-efficient. Nvidia's NVLink Fusion will be used from the next chip generation.
Remote-controlled cars allowed to drive on public roadsA new regulation allows cars to be driven remotely. In the future, a Berlin-based car-sharing service will be allowed to deliver rental cars to customers' doors.
e-patient record: "It's an outrage that the prices are in there"Doctors criticize the current implementation of the e-patient record and wish that the existing systems would run stably before further ones are introduced.
Online marketplaces liable for third-party ads under GDPRECJ: Platform operators must review ads with sensitive data and refuse publication if necessary to comply with GDPR.
Researchers Develop More Audible Approaching Sound for Electric CarsApproaching sounds from electric cars are primarily intended to protect vulnerable road users. Researchers are looking for the best sound for this purpose.
