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?
From June 20: EU gives smartphones a label and a guaranteed update timeFrom June 20, manufacturers of smartphones and tablets in the EU must include a label with clear information on repairability and update times.
Criminal Court: Microsoft's email block a wake-up call for digital sovereigntyMicrosoft blocked the email account of Chief Prosecutor of the International Court of Justice after Trump's sanctions. Critics: “We urgently need alternatives.”
Switzerland plans to ban anonymity and data retention by decreeA draft ordinance in Switzerland stipulates that users of all major platforms must provide a copy of their ID or driver's license or a telephone number.
"Morning Midas": Freighter with hundreds of electric cars burns in North PacificHundreds of kilometers south of Alaska, a car freighter has caught fire with hundreds of electric cars on board. The crew was completely evacuated.
Wendelstein 7-X sets new fusion recordA record has been set at the Wendelstein 7-X research facility. The researchers see this as progress towards the commercial use of nuclear fusion.
BfDI record fines: Vodafone pays 45 million euros The Federal Data Protection Commissioner imposed a record fine on the Vodafone Group for breaches of the General Data Protection Regulation.
YouTube and WhatsApp: These iPhones soon won't be allowed to participateWith the latest updates to their iOS apps, YouTube and WhatsApp discontinue support for several older iPhone models that have long been supported.
Microsoft denies mail blockade at the International Criminal CourtMicrosoft has neither discontinued nor suspended its services to the International Criminal Court, claims Microsoft's president, Brad Smith.
Cybergang claims data theft at VolkswagenThe cyber gang StormouS/V4 claims to have stolen confidential data from VW. The Group is investigating and currently sees no evidence of an attack.
New e-bike: VanMoof "S6" to be unveiled on June 11E-bike manufacturer VanMoof plans to present the first new models under new ownership in June. Expectations are high.
ARM gives up "Cortex"All CPU cores are getting new names at ARM. The architecture designer apparently wants to design cores specifically for PCs.
Linux kernel gets "blue screens" with QR codeThe Linux operating system recently learned to output information via QR codes in case of a hopeless error. The Linux kernel will have a similar function.
Technically and legally independent: How Amazon's EU cloud worksThe launch is scheduled for the end of 2025: Amazon sends its sovereign EU cloud into the home straight. The new company's independent structure is now set.
Munich Administrative Court: Pornhub and YouPorn remain blocked for time beingThe administrative courts in Munich have provisionally upheld the blocking of two erotic websites, following similar decisions by courts in Berlin and Neustadt.
AI Regulation: Partial postponement no longer ruled outThe Council of EU Telecommunications Ministers discussed whether parts of the regulation on artificial intelligence should be applied at a later date.
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Smartphone thefts in London: accusations of inaction against Apple and GoogleSmartphone theft has become a plague in London. Apple is profiting from this instead of consistently protecting users, complain disgruntled MPs.
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.
Android 16: Beta provides a look at Google's enhanced security programWith Android 16, Google is creating a central point of contact for security settings and expanding the functions of the "Advanced Security Program".
Action week: dead spots in less than one percent of measuring pointsOver 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.
Fire TV Omni Mini-LED: Amazon presents its most expensive smart TVs to dateAmazon presents three new smart TVs with integrated Fire TV. They use VA panels with mini LEDs.
Bavaria gets highway route for contactless charging of moving e-carsAutobahn GmbH and Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nürnberg are testing charging of e-cars while driving on a test route on the A6 highway in Bavaria.
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Intel requirement: New processors must achieve 50 percent gross marginIntel 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.
Refurbed is profitable for the first time – Sales primarily in GermanyRefurbed, 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.
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.
Starlink alternative: Telekom participates in the EU satellite project IRIS²To become more independent of US companies, the European Union is planning an independent satellite network. Deutsche Telekom is supplying the IT infrastructure
Galaxy Watch: Samsung brings sleep apnea detection to GermanySamsung'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 devicesExtreme Networks is expanding its portfolio of switches for campus networks and the data center and is also presenting new access points.
Sinus Youth Study: Critical of health contributions, little fear of AIYoung people are more critical of online health posts than they might think, and almost everyone is familiar with AI. Few find it very threatening so far.
Leaks: Modular Fairphone 6 to be presented on June 25The Fairphone 6 set to launch at end of June. Initial leaks indicate the fairer produced smartphone will again be modular and a bit cheaper than its predecessor.
Broadcom: First Ethernet switch chip with 102.4 Tbit/sBroadcom presents the world's fastest network switch chip at the moment. The Tomahawk 6 has a transfer rate of 102.4 Tbit/s.
"Crazy low prices": Amazon attacks Temu with cheap store haulShoelaces, cell phone covers, shorts: the online retailer sells cheap products on Amazon Haul to satisfy its users' shopping cravings. Role model: Temu.
VPN usage increases after porn providers withdraw from FrancePorn providers have withdrawn from France due to mandatory age verification. VPN usage is now rising sharply.
Cyberrisiken und -kriminalität: Don’t panic!Ruhe und Konzentration statt Hektik und Panik – wer widerstandsfähiger gegen Cyberangriffe werden will, sollte sich von Horrormeldungen rund um Sicherheitsvorfälle nicht einschüchtern lassen. Darüber und über die richtigen Maßnahmen geht es in einem Webcast am 17.6.
Network analysis with proof: Wireshark Foundation now offers certificationIf you want to prove your ability with Wireshark, you can now take an exam and obtain an official certificate from the Wireshark Foundation.
Microsoft-365-Alternative von Ionos und NextcloudReal competition for Microsoft: Nextcloud and Ionos are working on a 365 alternative. It is set to be launched in 2025.
"Exceptionally low-wind" quarter: fossil fuels overtake renewablesThe majority of electricity in Germany has long since come from renewable energy sources, especially wind. The weather has changed that again recently.
watchOS 26: Apple probably wants to open Control Center for developersSo far, only Apple can control the Control Center on the computer watch. This could change soon. Other new watchOS functions are also planned.
After a long wait: First patch for "Oblivion Remastered" releasedFor weeks, "Oblivion Remastered" ran with major problems, while nothing was heard from the developers. Now there is a first patch after all.
BKA law: Black-Red wants to allow police "precautionary" data retentionThe CDU/CSU and SPD have presented a draft with new rules for the police information network in the BKA Act. The previous version was unconstitutional.
Mini data centers: converted disused smartphones monitor the oceansOld smartphones are to be reused. Researchers have therefore converted four of them into a mini data center that collects and evaluates environmental data.
Samsung's Galaxy Watch soon to be approved as a measuring device for sleep apneaAt the end of 2024, Samsung's smartwatch can be used like a medical device in the USA. It is not yet clear which model is meant by this.
Bundestag researcher: "Significant challenges" for air cab operationsBundestag technology impact researchers highlight many unsolved issues, especially regulatory ones on the actual use of flight cabins, like airport obligations.
The world's tallest wooden house is being built in MilwaukeeThe Edison timber high-rise is set to be around 114 meters high. Completion is planned for 2027.