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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Childbirth scene in 'Three Graces' raises doubts and exposes the use of hyper-realistic baby with AI

The childbirth scene in 'Three Graces' has sparked debate about whether a real baby or digital effects were used, highlighting the use of hyper-realistic models and visual effects in film production.

Feb 26 • 21:39 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

RBK: Russian authorities to block Telegram

Russian authorities are planning to block the Telegram app in early April, citing an increase in illegal recruitment, particularly of minors, as the reason for this decision.

Feb 26 • 20:17 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

USP and Museum of Favelas unite Frantz Fanon's decolonialism with technology in special course

The Museum of Favelas and the University of São Paulo are launching a postgraduate special course on 'Racisms and fundamentalisms in the era of iconomy: Frantz Fanon and the critique of images in digital technologies.'

Feb 26 • 20:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

AI consolidates in the region: more than half of the people already use it in place of traditional tools

A new report shows that over half of Latin Americans now use artificial intelligence tools, marking a significant shift from traditional methods in everyday activities.

Feb 26 • 19:10 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Common vision issue linked to type of lighting used in Americans' homes

A new study suggests that dim indoor lighting in American homes may contribute to the rising rates of nearsightedness, alongside extensive use of digital devices.

Feb 26 • 18:36 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

NCERT Controversy: Education Ministry Orders Removal of Books from Social Media

The Indian government has ordered the removal of a controversial NCERT social science textbook from social media and digital platforms following a Supreme Court directive.

Feb 26 • 17:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Influencer arrested for insulting traffic officer with racist terms in Pará: 'Dirty Negro'

A digital influencer was arrested in Pará for racially insulting a traffic officer during a vehicle inspection.

Feb 26 • 17:38 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

KL: Stringent demand for the top position of the conservative MEP

Seven European advocacy organizations demand the cancellation of the negotiation position for MEP Aura Salla concerning the simplification of digital regulation.

Feb 26 • 17:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Faetec and Cisco open enrollment for online digital security course

Faetec and Cisco are offering a free online course on digital security as part of the 12th Cibereducação Marathon, running from February 9 to March 29.

Feb 26 • 17:05 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The immersive exhibition 'Color Thrill' takes you on a journey from the birth of color photography to the digital age

The exhibition 'Color Thrill' at the Estonian Museum of Photography explores the principles of color physics, the history of color photography, and offers interactive experiences for visitors of all ages.

Feb 26 • 17:01 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

TV Azteca will request bankruptcy proceedings

TV Azteca is entering voluntary bankruptcy proceedings to restructure its corporate, operational, and financial challenges due to pressures from the television industry and digital transformation.

Feb 26 • 16:57 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Logistics, De Ruvo (Confetra): "A sector worth 9% of GDP. Focus on infrastructure, digital, and competitiveness"

Carlo De Ruvo, President of Confetra, emphasizes the importance of logistics in Italy's economy, urging investments in infrastructure and innovation at the Confederation's 80th anniversary assembly.

Feb 26 • 16:52 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Important Colombian Bank Apologizes to Clients for Service Failures: 'Failing is Not an Option'

Colombian bank Bancolombia has publicly apologized to its clients for failures in its digital and transactional services, ensuring it is working on stabilizing its systems.

Feb 26 • 16:37 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Digital Shelter Can Protect Cultural Heritage in War

A report from Sweden's National Heritage Board suggests that a digital shelter could be key to protecting the country's cultural heritage in the event of war or armed conflict.

Feb 26 • 16:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

'PDF of the Race': Woman Indicted for Leaking WhatsApp Conversations in Which Coach Criticized Students in Fortaleza

A 35-year-old woman has been indicted in Fortaleza for leaking WhatsApp group conversations that contained disparaging remarks about students made by a coach and physicians.

Feb 26 • 16:09 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Latvia becomes the first country to legally recognize Ukraine's e-signatures

Latvia has become the first country to legally recognize Ukraine's e-signatures, enhancing cooperation and integration between the two nations.

Feb 26 • 14:33 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FCC seeks UAE firm’s support to improve service delivery

The Federal Character Commission of Nigeria is engaging with a UAE firm to enhance its digital services and improve governance.

Feb 26 • 14:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Study reveals changes caused by AI in the digital content market

A study shows that artificial intelligence is significantly transforming the digital content market, generating over R$ 140 million in 2025 through AI-related educational products.

Feb 26 • 13:44 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Housekeepers and Caregivers, Contributions Change Completely: Bulletin Stop Imminent

A new digital payment system for contributions of domestic workers in Italy has been announced, phasing out traditional paper bulletin payments by 2026 for most employers.

Feb 26 • 13:37 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Unesco lowers implementation of media education in curricula around the world

A UNESCO report highlights the low integration of media education in the curricula of its member countries, despite their acknowledgment of its importance.

Feb 26 • 13:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Spain, Sánchez denies rumors about his illness: 'Mud machine of the far right'

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez refuted claims about his health, describing them as malicious rumors propagated by far-right sources.

Feb 26 • 12:31 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Politiken wins 30 design awards

Politiken has achieved recognition at the European Newspaper Awards by winning 30 new awards, highlighting its digital design efforts.

Feb 26 • 12:15 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Politiken honored with 30 international design awards

Politiken has received 30 new awards from the European Newspaper Awards, highlighting its digital and print design achievements.

Feb 26 • 12:15 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

ISPRA presents to the Chamber the 'Platform for the sustainability of finance and businesses'

ISPRA has introduced a new digital platform designed to transform sustainable finance from a regulatory obligation into a competitive opportunity, presenting it at a conference in the Chamber.

Feb 26 • 11:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Operation targets digital crimes against children and adolescents in 11 states

A police operation across 11 Brazilian states is targeting adolescent suspects involved in online crimes against children and teenagers.

Feb 26 • 11:56 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Digital dependency is becoming an increasing problem among children

One-third of primary school students are at risk of excessive use of new technologies, particularly electronic media, with 7% showing psychological symptoms related to this addiction.

Feb 26 • 11:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Viih Tube loses almost R$ 7,000 in a scam on social media and warns followers

Influencer Viih Tube warns her followers about a scam that cost her nearly R$ 7,000 while trying to sell a sofa online.

Feb 26 • 11:49 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Agricultural University of Athens: 12,375 undergraduate degree titles available on gov.gr

The Agricultural University of Athens has made 12,375 undergraduate degree titles available digitally through the government portal gov.gr.

Feb 26 • 11:39 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Nancy Guthrie suspect's digital ‘blackout’ may be key to case, says expert who probed Kohberger phone

Forensic experts suggest that the suspect in Nancy Guthrie's abduction may have left crucial digital footprints despite attempts to erase evidence.

Feb 26 • 11:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

See the step-by-step for digital possession in the Education competition; check the list of those called

The Tocantins government has summoned 130 approved candidates from the Education competition, providing guidance on the mandatory Digital Possession procedure for entry into the state public service.

Feb 26 • 10:58 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Launch of New Rail Tech Portal by Railways, Startups to Get Funding, Here's How to Apply

The Indian Railways has launched a new Rail Tech Portal aimed at enhancing innovation and digital processes in the rail system, allowing startups to apply for funding solutions directly.

Feb 26 • 10:27 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

‘Digital public shaming’: Chinese AI tools under fire for pornographic deepfakes

Chinese AI tools, particularly those developed by ByteDance, are criticized for facilitating the spread of non-consensual sexual deepfakes, raising serious concerns regarding women's rights and safety.

Feb 26 • 10:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Lagarde: AI does not yet bring a wave of layoffs - Digital euro ready by the end of the term

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde stated that artificial intelligence has not yet led to massive layoffs in the Eurozone, while also emphasizing the importance of completing projects like the digital euro during her term.

Feb 26 • 10:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria Secures $100 Million From European Bank to Finance Project Bridge

Nigeria has received a $100 million investment from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to support the nationwide connectivity initiative, Project Bridge.

Feb 26 • 09:56 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
Life & Tech

It is the design, not self-control, that challenges the young people

The article discusses how social media designs, rather than a lack of self-control among youth, are the primary challenge in managing excessive screen time.

Feb 26 • 09:49 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Seven organizations oppose Aura Salla's new appointment as chief negotiator on digital issues due to lobbying background

Seven organizations are demanding the removal of Aura Salla from her newly appointed position as chief negotiator for digital regulation in the EU Parliament, citing her previous lobbying work for Meta.

Feb 26 • 09:35 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Introducing the 'Smart-ID' solution aimed at combating fraud

Smart-ID+ is designed to enhance fraud protection for individuals and organizations in response to evolving digital threats and regulatory demands.

Feb 26 • 09:31 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

10 years of TikTok: The 'religion' of 1.5 billion believers

The article explores the cultural phenomenon of TikTok, highlighting its rapid growth to 1.59 billion users and comparing its influence to major world religions.

Feb 26 • 09:25 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The new Helpdesk of ESEE for the support of commercial enterprises is operational

ESEE launches a new digital Helpdesk to assist its member commercial enterprises across Greece.

Feb 26 • 09:22 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Group based in China spied on companies in Brazil for seven years, says Google

Google disclosed that a Chinese cybercriminal group conducted a digital espionage campaign targeting Brazilian companies from 2018 to 2023.

Feb 26 • 09:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Why is the digital camera market recovering from a 90% decline? What is the 'value' that smartphones do not offer?

Japan's digital camera market is showing signs of recovery after a dramatic decline, attributed to unique qualities that digital cameras offer compared to smartphones.

Feb 26 • 08:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Is crime journalism becoming a pillar for digital subscriptions?

The article discusses the shift towards crime journalism as a sustainable subscription model for publishers amidst declining ad revenues.

Feb 26 • 07:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'My company has been ruined...' Founder expresses pain, fear spreads over AI!

Fear over AI impacts employees and companies alike, with significant business model challenges seen in major Indian IT firms.

Feb 26 • 07:01 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Universe of Wajnberg – An Innovative Narrative Map of the Life and Work of Mieczysław Wajnberg and the Return of Passenger to the Stage of the Grand Theatre - National Opera

A digital, bilingual narrative map is being created to showcase the life and work of composer Mieczysław Wajnberg, featuring multimedia content and expert contributions.

Feb 26 • 07:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

Nine Arrested on Suspicion of Selling Uncensored Adult DVDs to Elderly Customers

Nine men have been arrested in Shinjuku for allegedly selling uncensored adult DVDs to elderly men who are unfamiliar with the internet.

Feb 26 • 06:57 UTC
🇮🇳 ABP Ananda
National & Local

Railway Rules: UTS App Will Not Work, Many Rules of Rail Will Change from March 1, If You Don't Know, You Will Suffer!

The UTS app will be discontinued on March 1, and replaced by a new super app called 'RailOne', which will facilitate ticket bookings for Indian Railways.

Feb 26 • 06:35 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Controversial Project: The Euro Becomes Digital

The European Central Bank plans to launch a controversial digital Euro by 2029, amidst diverse opinions and the support from unexpected political figures.

Feb 26 • 06:20 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Rajmarg Pravesh Portal Live: Why is it special for highways?

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari launched the Rajmarg Pravesh Portal, which centralizes approvals for highway-related projects online.

Feb 26 • 06:19 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

Solve Thursday's Mini Crossword

Ilta-Sanomat introduces a new mini crossword puzzle that can be solved on mobile devices or computers, enhancing the experience for crossword enthusiasts.

Feb 26 • 06:15 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Klarna: Over 280,000 monthly active users of the application in Greece

Klarna reports a significant increase in active users in Greece, surpassing 280,000 with a year-on-year growth of 65%.

Feb 26 • 06:08 UTC

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