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TSMC's first European chip design centre to be established in Munich

TSMC's first European semiconductor plant is followed by the first European center for chip design. This is also opening in Germany.

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"Biggest threat": EU Council leaders want to ban anonymous SIM cards

The Polish Council Presidency has proposed new EU regulations on mandatory registration of prepaid SIM cards. Civil rights activists are mobilizing against this

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Wendelstein 7-X sets new fusion record

A record has been set at the Wendelstein 7-X research facility. The researchers see this as progress towards the commercial use of nuclear fusion.

Munich Administrative Court: Pornhub and YouPorn remain blocked for time being

The administrative courts in Munich have provisionally upheld the blocking of two erotic websites, following similar decisions by courts in Berlin and Neustadt.

Starlink alternative: Telekom participates in the EU satellite project IRIS²

To become more independent of US companies, the European Union is planning an independent satellite network. Deutsche Telekom is supplying the IT infrastructure

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Digital Minister wants open standards and open source as guiding principle

At re:publica, Digital Minister Wildberger advocates for more sovereignty and calls for alternatives to digital payments and social media.

Allegation: 700 Indian programmers were actually behind the AI chatbot

AI chatbot Natasha was supposed to develop mobile apps for customers on a modular basis. Media reports raise the question: were 700 Indians really behind it?

/e/ OS 3.0: Murena announces new version of the "de-Googled" Android

A young woman watches a movie on her smartphone.

VPN usage increases after porn providers withdraw from France

Leaks: Modular Fairphone 6 to be presented on June 25

Impending TikTok ban in the USA: deadline extension possible again

"Exceptionally low-wind" quarter: fossil fuels overtake renewables

The majority of electricity in Germany has long since come from renewable energy sources, especially wind. The weather has changed that again recently.

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"War For Westeros": "Age of Empires" im "Game of Thrones"-Universum

The "Game of Thrones" universe is once again being turned into a video game: "War for Westeros" will be a strategy game in the style of "Age of Empires".

Criminal Court: Microsoft's email block a wake-up call for digital sovereignty

Microsoft blocked the email account of Chief Prosecutor of the International Court of Justice after Trump's sanctions. Critics: “We urgently need alternatives.”

From June 20: EU gives smartphones a label and a guaranteed update time

From June 20, manufacturers of smartphones and tablets in the EU must include a label with clear information on repairability and update times.

But not fully electric by 2030: Berlin cancels its e-bus ambitions

In a few years' time, the German capital wanted to use only electric buses. The Senate blames the transport companies for this.

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ESMC: 5 billion euros approved, ground-breaking ceremony held

Chip manufacturer TSMC, Bosch, Infineon and NXP begin construction of the ESMC plant in Dresden. The federal government is contributing 5 billion euros.

"Resident Evil 9: Requiem" announced for 2026

The ninth main part of "Resident Evil" is called "Requiem" – and will be released in February. Publisher Capcom has released a first trailer.

A touch of Mac: Apple promises a more powerful iPadOS 26

Menu bar, background actions, local audio recording, file management, more freedom for windows. Apple is finally addressing the many shortcomings of iPadOS.

watchOS 26 brings motivation trainer, new design and more convenience

Motivation directly in your ear – watchOS 26 gives the Apple Watch a fitness trainer as well as a new design. Individual functions will become more convenient.

Security: Wie sich mit KI Angriff und Verteidigung verändern

Cyberkriminelle nutzen KI für ihre Angriffe, doch auch die Verteidiger können KI-Systeme zum Schutz verwenden. Aber was ändert sich dadurch für die Arbeit der Admins und Security-Experten?

macOS 26 Tahoe: Redesign and new version scheme

The next version of macOS will have a new "Liquid Glass" design with more plasticity. Apple is also switching to a version number with a year.

GNOME 49 retires X11

The upcoming GNOME 49 heralds the end of X11. It will disable sessions of the graphical environment by default and remove them completely in version 50.

Age limit for social media: "Less bullying, more concentration"

As social media platforms are not doing enough to protect minors, Federal Minister of Justice Hubig is also in favor of age verification and age limits.

Ifo survey: job cuts expected due to AI

According to an Ifo survey, a quarter of German companies expect AI-related job losses. Industry is likely to be particularly affected.

The new Liquid Glass interface of iOS 26.

UpdateiOS 26: Glass design and new functions for the iPhone system

Apple gives its operating systems a new coat of paint – as glassy as it is pastel. New functions are also on the way, including for Apple Intelligence.

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SwitchBot K20+ Pro: Vacuum robot with moving serving tray available

The SwitchBot K20+ Pro vacuum and mopping robot not only cleans the floor, but also brings breakfast to bed or the fan to where it's hot.

The latest in Security

Starlink guest Wi-fi in the White House without security checks

WIndows update search with "Attention" sign

Microsoft: Remedy for security vulnerability due to deleted "inetpub" folder

NIS2: Few changes in leaked government draft

Microsoft: Power Automate with critical gap, end for end customer version

Proposed legislation: Will dDoS be legal in Russia in the future?

The latest in Apple – iPhone, iPod, Mac & Co.

Smartphone thefts in London: accusations of inaction against Apple and Google

Apple discloses requests for push tokens for the first time

82 percent: iPhone users are busy updating to iOS 18

Apple Intelligence on Mac, iPad and iPhone

Prompt hacking: Turning Apple Intelligence writing tools into a chatbot

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EU data experts urge caution with info requests from outside the EU

The EU data protection authorities explain that judgments or decisions by authorities from third countries such as the USA cannot be automatically recognized.

Xbox Ally: Asus and Microsoft build two Windows handhelds

Microsoft has presented the first handhelds with Xbox branding: Both models come with a new interface.

Nvidia boss Jensen Huang meets the Federal Chancellor

As part of an extensive tour of Europe, Huang is also planning a meeting with Friedrich Merz. The topic is likely to be European AI data centers.

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"The Expanse: Osiris Reborn": Action RPG based on "Mass Effect" model

Owlcat Games dares to create an action role-playing game: "The Expanse: Osiris Reborn" promises shooting, romance and RPG systems.

Photo news: X helped tried out and Sigma's Cine-Primes

Fuji's digital half-frame camera simulates analog workflow convincingly, Sigma plans 13 lenses for filmmakers and everything about a real classic.

Missing Link: Tim Berners-Lee turns 70 – the architect of the World Wide Web

The man who gave us the WWW celebrates his 70th birthday and continues to fight for a free web. A look at his technical legacy and his current plans.

Discussants at the Hinterland of Things on the topic of the energy transition

After a sleepy energy transition, start-ups want to ensure more independence

Various start-ups are working on using electricity more efficiently, tapping into new energy sources and storing it. This requires more investment.

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Von der Leyen does not want to close backdoors for Huawei lobbying immediately

EU Commission President von der Leyen has ruled out an accelerated review of the lobby register after MEPs raised concerns about Huawei.

Copyright: Smartphone recordings of the day's events are protected

Cell phone videos of e.g. natural disasters do not have a cinematic character, but do enjoy copyright protection as moving images, according to a ruling.

Digital Minister Wildberger sits around a conference table with colleagues from France and Poland.

AI Regulation: Partial postponement no longer ruled out

The Council of EU Telecommunications Ministers discussed whether parts of the regulation on artificial intelligence should be applied at a later date.

Digital Networks Act: EU Commission asks for comments

The EU Commission wants to present a proposal for the Digital Networks Act by the end of the year. Now it is up to the business community and citizens.

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The latest in Artificial Intelligence

Sinus Youth Study: Critical of health contributions, little fear of AI

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Broadcom: First Ethernet switch chip with 102.4 Tbit/s

New Outlook gets more AI and improved PST support

Amazon is reportedly training humanoid robots for parcel delivery

AI Training: The British House of Lords opposes the release of protected works

The latest in Cars & Mobility

Bavaria gets highway route for contactless charging of moving e-cars

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Elon Musk vs. Donald Trump: Threat with SpaceX, Tesla shares plummet

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"Morning Midas": Freighter with hundreds of electric cars burns in North Pacific

BYD and Finn cooperate: Car subscriptions as a sales accelerator

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Action week: dead spots in less than one percent of measuring points

Over 150,000 users have taken part in the campaign to find white spots in mobile communications. The Federal Network Agency speaks of a great success.

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Fire TV Omni Mini-LED: Amazon presents its most expensive smart TVs to date

Amazon presents three new smart TVs with integrated Fire TV. They use VA panels with mini LEDs.

Maximale KI-Performance – mit der richtigen Serverplattform

Künstliche Intelligenz ist dabei, alle Branchen zu revolutionieren. Wer hier mithalten will, benötigt eine Server-Infrastruktur, die den Anforderungen großer Sprachmodelle und anderer KI-Lösungen gewachsen ist. Worauf es bei der Wahl der passenden CPU-Plattform ankommt.

Intel requirement: New processors must achieve 50 percent gross margin

Intel is currently making a continuous loss. To get out of the hole, future products should become more profitable.

"Mario Kart World" on the Switch 2: WAHUUUUUU!

New Nintendo console, new Mario game: The free game world of "Mario Kart World" on the Switch 2 barely ignites – but fun is still guaranteed.

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Refurbed is profitable for the first time – Sales primarily in Germany

Refurbed, an online marketplace for refurbished devices, is profitable for the first time, according to its own figures. Sales have been booming recently.

FAQ: Nintendo Switch 2 – Game formats and backwards compatibility

Upgrades, game cards without data and backwards compatibility: Heise online has tested the Nintendo Switch 2 and answers the most important questions.

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New VR games in June 2025: "Zombie Army VR"

In June, Rebellion is bringing a well-known series to virtual reality with "Zombie Army VR". Cave Crave" and "Maestro" will also be released.

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Galaxy Watch: Samsung brings sleep apnea detection to Germany

Samsung's Galaxy Watches have received support for sleep apnea detection in Germany and other countries.

Data center switches to Wi-Fi 7 access points: Extreme launches many new devices

Extreme Networks is expanding its portfolio of switches for campus networks and the data center and is also presenting new access points.

"Crazy low prices": Amazon attacks Temu with cheap store haul

Shoelaces, cell phone covers, shorts: the online retailer sells cheap products on Amazon Haul to satisfy its users' shopping cravings. Role model: Temu.