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Heat pumps and e-cars remain out of reach for many households

By withut-me 08.09.2026 5 views
TL;DR AI-generated Rising energy prices in Germany lead to behavioral changes like driving less, but rarely to investments in climate-friendly alternatives. Particularly in the lower income third, only 5% plan to switch to e-cars and 4% to heat pumps.
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Consumer Protection Laws & Rights IT & Internet

Consumer Protection: Australia Allows Social Media Users to Switch Off Algorithms

By withut-me 08.09.2026 5 views
TL;DR AI-generated Australia plans a new law giving social media users the choice to see algorithmically curated content or only posts from contacts. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated this aims to give users more control.
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Consumer Protection IT & Internet

Phishing Warning: Kleinanzeigen Informs Users About Data Breach

By withut-me 08.09.2026 4 views
TL;DR AI-generated Kleinanzeigen has confirmed a data breach where attackers linked email addresses with publicly accessible profile data via an inadequately secured interface. The company has closed the technical vulnerability and states that no passwords were affected.
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Consumer Protection IT & Internet Renewable Energy

DIY: The Balcony Power Plant as an E-Car Charging Station

By withut-me 08.09.2026 5 views
TL;DR AI-generated Balcony power plants with integrated batteries and a maximum feed-in power of 800 watts can theoretically serve as e-car charging stations. These systems are easy to register and inexpensive but require a parking space near the house.
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Local Politics Laws & Rights

Fulda - No Renaming of Johannes-Dyba-Allee

By withut-me 08.09.2026 5 views
TL;DR AI-generated The Fulda city council voted against renaming Johannes-Dyba-Allee. The street was to be renamed due to accusations that the deceased bishop did not follow up on indications of sexual violence.
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Consumer Protection Laws & Rights IT & Internet

13 US Lawsuits Against Meta Glasses: Now Also About People on Camera

By withut-me 07.09.2026 8 views
TL;DR AI-generated 13 US class-action lawsuits against Meta's AI glasses have been consolidated. People recorded by the glasses without consent are now also being considered as a plaintiff group. Plaintiffs accuse Meta of marketing the devices as privacy-friendly while using recordings for AI improvement.
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Laws & Rights Health Policy Climate Change

Climate Change: Broad Alliance Sees Children's Welfare Threatened

By withut-me 07.09.2026 76 views
TL;DR AI-generated 77 organizations are demanding protection for children from the consequences of climate change and their participation in climate policy. They point to increased health risks for children and call for compliance with existing laws and financial resources for climate adaptation measures at the municipal level.
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