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Future
Future on Europa Now: AI, climate tech and the long bets that will decide what Europe builds next.
Climate Tech
Fraunhofer Opens €49.85M Energy Storage Hub in Braunschweig
A new research facility dedicated to solid-state batteries and hydrogen technologies launched in Germany on October 5, 2026, backed by federal and regional investment.
AI
Amazon reaches 1,000 satellites as orbital deployment stalls
The e-commerce giant has ramped manufacturing to 27 units per week but faces a spectrum penalty after missing FCC deadlines, with only 396 satellites currently in orbit against a requirement of 3,232 for full service.
AI
UK Data Regulator Wins Commitments from 10 AI Giants, Eyes Autonomous Agents Next
The Information Commissioner's Office has secured data handling improvements from major AI developers including OpenAI, Google and Meta after two years of oversight. The regulator is now turning its attention to AI agents, warning companies that autonomy is no excuse for poor compliance.
AI
DARPA Advances Four Quantum Teams to Final Testing Phase
The US defence research agency has promoted Atom Computing, IBM, IonQ and Diraq to the final stage of its Quantum Benchmarking Initiative, where their designs will be tested for real-world viability.
AI
Britain and Germany forge industrial tech corridor to boost AI and deep tech collaboration
The Kensington Treaty launches a new framework connecting companies across the North Sea to accelerate partnerships in AI, robotics, fusion energy and quantum technologies.
AI
Zendesk's CEO on AI agents, outcome-based pricing, and why Meta's Muse saved him thousands
Tom Eggemeier discusses how Zendesk is shifting from seat-based to resolution-based pricing as AI agents now handle more than half of customer support tickets, and shares his experience using Meta's personal assistant.
Climate Tech
Toyota Launches Battery Research Hub in Michigan, Opens Doors to University Partners
Toyota has inaugurated a new battery development facility in Saline, Michigan, designed to advance testing and innovation across multiple powertrain technologies while collaborating with academic institutions.
AI
Microsoft's $2,599 Nvidia Laptop Claims Speed Gains Over Apple, But Lacks Test Details
Microsoft has unveiled its first Nvidia-powered Surface Laptop Ultra at $2,599.99, asserting superior performance on local AI tasks compared to Apple's MacBook Pro M5, though the company has not disclosed how it measured these claims.