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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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The VW plant in Osnabrück is to be sold to investor Aurelius and the state of Lower Saxony and converted into a center for security and defense technology. The production of air defense systems is planned, with around 1,200 of the 1,800 employees expected to have a future.
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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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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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Volkswagen is selling its Osnabrück plant to the state of Lower Saxony and Israeli investor Aurelius. The facility will be converted into a defense industry center, starting with the production of air defense systems.
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The UN has adopted a document in Geneva regulating autonomous weapons systems, reaffirming the need for human control. Several states, including the USA and Russia, reportedly attempted to weaken the text.
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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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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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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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Germany is considering the purchase of approximately 400 US Tomahawk cruise missiles. This procurement would significantly expand the military capabilities of the Bundeswehr.
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