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

By withut-me 07.09.2026 5 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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Consumer Protection Laws & Rights IT & Internet

Right to Repair: Four out of five smartphones with incomplete repair label

By withut-me 07.09.2026 7 views
TL;DR AI-generated Over 80 percent of smartphones sold in the EU lack required repair information on their energy labels, according to the Right to Repair initiative. Manufacturers are assigning top ratings despite missing data, and authorities are apparently not enforcing compliance.
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Consumer Protection Laws & Rights

Rostock Higher Regional Court on Cruise Travel Conditions: Demanding Rebooking and Cancellation Fees Goes Too Far

By withut-me 07.09.2026 4 views
TL;DR AI-generated The Rostock Higher Regional Court ruled that Aida Cruises can no longer use certain clauses in its travel conditions. These include an 80 percent cancellation fee for partial cancellations in multi-bed cabins and the obligation for travelers to bear quarantine costs themselves.
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Companies & Markets Finance & Stock Market Cars & Traffic

Study - E-cars drive a third cheaper than combustion engines

By withut-me 07.09.2026 5 views
TL;DR AI-generated Electric cars in Europe are a third cheaper to operate than combustion engine vehicles, according to a study by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT). This is due to falling battery costs and rising fuel prices, which increased operating costs for combustion engines by 12 to 36 percent.
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Laws & Rights Cars & Traffic IT & Internet

Without Driver's Request: Tesla FSD Takes Over Steering in Danger Situations

By withut-me 07.09.2026 5 views
TL;DR AI-generated Tesla is rolling out a Full Self-Driving (FSD) update in the US that intervenes and steers autonomously in danger situations, even without driver input. The exact distinction of emergencies and the function's deactivability remain unclear.
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Companies & Markets Consumer Protection IT & Internet

Shein's Stock Market Debut Flops: Does This Mean the End for Ultra-Fast Fashion?

By withut-me 06.09.2026 7 views
TL;DR AI-generated Ultra-fast fashion provider Shein's IPO in Hong Kong valued the company at around $27 billion, 70 percent below its 2022 peak. Investors expressed concerns about supply chains and environmental impact, leading to a significantly reduced valuation.
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Companies & Markets Taxes & Levies Consumer Protection

Millions in Payouts - Over 50,000 E-Car Subsidies Approved

By withut-me 05.09.2026 7 views
TL;DR AI-generated As of September 1, over 50,000 applications for e-car subsidies have been approved, with approximately 230 million euros disbursed. The subsidies, aimed at lower-income individuals, range from 1,500 to 6,000 euros depending on the model and income.
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Companies & Markets Consumer Protection IT & Internet

IFA: Modular Notebook "Vero": Acer Emulates Framework, But Leaves Questions Open

By withut-me 05.09.2026 8 views
TL;DR AI-generated Acer has introduced the modular "Vero 16" notebook, which can be upgraded with standard tools. The company plans to offer spare parts through Enfinitec Germany GmbH and IPC Computer, but has not provided specific availability timelines.
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Trade & Consumption Consumer Protection Diseases & Prevention

France: Pumpkin seeds recalled after over 80 salmonellosis cases

By withut-me 05.09.2026 7 views
TL;DR AI-generated 81 people in France fell ill with salmonellosis after consuming pumpkin seeds. The affected products originated from a processing plant in the Lot-et-Garonne department and were sold at various retailers, including Grand Frais.
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Consumer Protection Laws & Rights IT & Internet

Misuse of Smart Glasses: Meta Blocks Camera Function for Thousands of Users

By withut-me 05.09.2026 9 views
TL;DR AI-generated Meta is deactivating the camera function on smart glasses if physical tampering with the recording LED is detected. Users who permanently damage the LED will lose the function irrevocably. Meta estimates less than 0.1 percent of sold glasses are affected.
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