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The opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not in any way represent the editorial position of Euronews. When it comes to fashion, we need to stop the fallout caused by our own ingenuity before it’s too late, writes Shelley Rogers. advertisementThis summer, people flocked to see “Oppenheimer,” a film about the inventor of the atomic bomb.On the one hand, the film reminded viewers that the genius of humankind lies in constantly pushing the boundaries of science and technology, inventing new ways to protect ourselves, extend our lifespans, improve our communication and convenience – in…

Generating Enterprise Readiness Squirro, the world’s leading Swiss-headquartered SaaS platform specializing in AI, search and business insights, is proud to announce the acquisition of Synaptica, a well-known US-based SaaS provider of enterprise taxonomy management and knowledge graph systems. This strategic acquisition brings together Synaptica’s robust semantic graph technology with Squirro’s cutting-edge generative AI capabilities to create a powerful platform for knowledge discovery, conversational search and business process automation. Generative AI technologies such as Search Augmentation Generation (RAG) combine the strengths of traditional information retrieval with large-scale language models (LLMs) to enable natural language understanding and generation. RAG has quickly become…

(Bloomberg) — French and Swiss financial companies have a higher proportion of former politicians on their boards than their European peers, highlighting the close ties between policymaking and the financial world in the two countries, a study by Ernst & Young has found. A third of Swiss-based financial services companies and 30% of French ones have at least one director who has served as a minister or member of parliament, compared with just 14% of German, 13% of Italian and 11% of British companies, according to the EY European Financial Services Director Monitor, which tracks directors of companies in the…

According to a UN report, China files six times as many patent infringement claims as the United States. advertisementChina has filed the most patent applications for generative artificial intelligence (AI) inventions in the world, far ahead of second-placed United States, according to a report by the United Nations intellectual property agency. Generative AI includes inventions such as chatbots and the creation of new content in the form of text, images, video and sound.According to the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), more than 50,000 patent applications have been filed on the technology in the past decade.More than 25% of patent applications…

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is sharing information about direct transatlantic flights to Amsterdam, Frankfurt and London. Operated by KLM, Lufthansa and British Airways, these routes perfectly connect Austin to the heart of Europe and beyond. Whether you’re a business traveler looking for new opportunities or a leisure traveler yearning for adventure, these flights open up a world of possibilities. Gateway to Europe and Asia Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Heathrow Airport (LHR) are not only major destinations but also important gateways to Asia. For Austin’s business community, these airports offer numerous opportunities to attend important business events…

Two summers ago, Pauline Frommer was at a train station in Dijon, France, when she had to run to an ATM to make an emergency cash withdrawal. Her shopping couldn’t wait.”I needed euros to pay for the toilet,” said the co-president and editor-in-chief of Frommer’s Media, which publishes Frommer’s guidebooks.As temperatures rise in Europe, travelers need to make sure they stay hydrated to avoid heatstroke. The more water you drink, the more bathroom breaks you’ll need to make. To avoid having to squirm to get to the bathroom, you’ll want to get used to European bathroom customs. Though the mechanics…

One in eight people on the planet is on the move. Some migrate for economic reasons, while others are forcibly displaced by one of the many conflicts raging around the world. Climate change and natural disasters are forcing more people than ever to move within and across borders. These refugees and migrants often have poor access to healthcare and therefore may have poorer health than others.Unfortunately, global evidence and data on refugee and migrant health is largely fragmented and often limited to migration flows and some demographic characteristics. However, access to comprehensive, representative and systematically collected data is crucial for…

Anpool P1 Dual Energy Robotic Pool Skimmer (Featured in Gadget Flow) Home Cool New Gadgets Anpool P1 Dual Energy Robotic Pool Skimmer (Featured in Gadget Flow) Gadget Flow Editor This item is eligible for a 40% discount Improve your pool cleaning routine with the Anpool P1 Dual Energy System Robotic Pool Skimmer. This innovative robot uses solar power as its primary energy source. It’s an affordable and eco-friendly solution to keep your pool sparkling clean. – Dual Energy System: Solar power provides unlimited run time on sunny days, while the DC charging option provides a reliable backup during cloudy or…

In this age of individuality, digital influence is increasingly penetrating contemporary brands that bridge the gap between luxury and fast fashion. A decade after the first Scandinavian influencer brands were born from blogs (Anine Bing in 2011, Toteme in 2014), the fashion world has entered a minimalist boom period that has seen some of these brands gain traction. But the stereotype that the region’s style is almost exclusively about clean lines and tones underscores the evolution of Scandinavian cool. Consider: Gunny Girl, with its colorful printed dresses, began its global run in 2012. And Rotate, the label launched by street…

Venture capital firm Forestay has announced the successful completion of fundraising for its second fund, Forestay Capital II ILP, securing $220 million in funding. Forestay was formed as the Enterprise Technology Fund of B-FLEXION, a private entrepreneurial investment firm founded by the Bertarelli family, known for building Serono into the world’s third largest biotechnology company prior to its merger with Merck KGaA. Forestay is in the lead investment sweet spot of $10-15 million in early growth, investing in visionary teams that are reaching inflection points in their growth and actively partnering to drive accelerated growth. Forestay I has backed 13…