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Another Baltic Sea Undersea Cable Severed; Latvia Deploys Warship

2025-01-26

Another undersea data cable, this time connecting Sweden and Latvia, has been cut in the Baltic Sea, prompting Latvia to dispatch a warship. Officials from both countries suspect external factors caused the damage. The incident follows a series of similar events in recent months, raising concerns about potential sabotage and increasing geopolitical tensions in the region. A suspect vessel has been identified, headed towards Russia. The damage disrupts data transmission, but alternative routes have been established, minimizing impact on end-users.

Balcony Solar Power Takes Off in Germany

2025-01-08

Facing high energy costs, Germans are embracing balcony solar panels in droves. Over 800,000 kits were installed in 2024, a tenfold increase from 2022. These affordable, easy-to-install panels generate electricity even on cloudy days, powering household appliances. Government subsidies and simplified installation procedures have fueled this trend, raising awareness of renewable energy and potentially boosting broader solar adoption.

EU Mandates Universal Charger, Apple Concedes

2024-12-28

A new EU law came into effect on December 28, 2024, mandating USB-C charging ports for all new smartphones, tablets, and cameras sold within the bloc. The regulation aims to reduce electronic waste and lower costs for consumers. Apple, after initial resistance, has adopted the USB-C standard. The EU estimates the law will save at least €200 million annually and cut over 1000 tons of e-waste.