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The EU has launched the Nostradamus project, aiming to enable high-levelcybersecuritywith quantum tech. Its mission is to help create a internet of quantum-safe communications. Quantum key distribution has emerged as a fundamentally secure method of communication and data transfer. It’s free, every week, in your inbox. The ground-based projects such as Nostradamus are focusing on operational QKD technologies. These collaborations will be instrumental in ensuring Europe has a vibrant and secure quantum ecosystem....

German startup Vay has launched a remote-driving service in Las Vegas and Europe could be next. The rollout brings to market a concept known as teledriving. When users fire up the Vay app and request a ride, an electric vehicle comes to collect them. So far, so Uber with one big exception: theres nobody inside the car. Instead, its piloted to the pick-up spot by a remote driver. The customer then takes the wheel for the journey to their destination....

Even then it doesn’t guarantee that you’ll keep your job for much longer. The Eagles fired Doug Pederson just 3 seasons after winning a Super Bowl. Meanwhile, it looks like Mike Tomlin has a job for life in Pittsburgh. Either way, it’s a cut throat business. All of this is to say that Nick Sirianni is replaceable. But Nick Sirianni hasn’t, and he hasn’t earned that benefit. They’ll bring up the fact that Sirianni has brought the Eagles to the playoffs in 3 straight seasons....

It’s a huge mistake to ever evaluate a coach in any sport by his introductory press conference. Those things are very much like a wedding night. Full of hope and optimism. You know there’ll be work to do, but that can wait. You’re still getting to know each other. Everyone’s looking forward to what lies ahead. And you’re on your best behavior. Granted, on my wedding night I faced a lot of tough questions and struggled to answer them....

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UKstartupVividQ claims to have created the first-ever holograms with a retina resolution. Theresult is amore natural viewing experience than ever before, the company said. It now plans to deploy the tech in next-generationVRheadsets. To create the holograms, the companyengineers light waves to render objects in 3D space. The technique mirrors the way we see objects because they reflect light into our eyes. In holography, software sets the light pathways. VividQ projects the computer-generated images throughhigh-performance 4K display hardware....

Years in the making, the EUs big tech regulation crusade is about to have tangible effects. These include things likeopening up app stores for sideloadingand making their messaging apps work with those of other developers. 40% off TNW Conference! And frankly, as tech-conscious consumers, so do we. Story byLinnea Ahlgren Linnea is the senior editor at TNW, having joined in April 2023. Dabbles in gaming and fitness wearables. But first, coffee....

Quantum dotsare microscopic semiconductor nanoparticles that convert photons into electronic signals. The team consists of seven people, most of whom hold a PhD in chemistry or nanoscience. It’s free, every week, in your inbox. Specifically, QDI Systems usesquantumdots to develop imaging devices, with a special focus on X-rays. According to the company, its technology leads to safer, faster, and more precise X-ray imaging. These include mammography diagnostics and screening as well as dental applications....

This is the email I sent to Barstool today and I wanted to share it with everyone. I cannot thank the Stoolies enough for coming along this journey with us. I am stepping down as CEO. Barstool is and has always been so many different things. At the heart of it, i came here to work with Dave. I liked Dave instantly and I trusted him. I am forever changed by it and grateful for it....

The 4.6bn fundraising represents Europes largestgreen loanto date. This is a pop in of funding that can only be used for environmental and sustainable projects. It’s free, every week, in your inbox. As Europes only major battery maker, Northvolts position in the ecosystem has been central. The company hasnt only been supplying European car manufacturers in the likes of Volvo, BMW, and Volkswagen. Story byIoanna Lykiardopoulou Ioanna is a writer at TNW....

Back in 2019-20, the Raptors and Celtics played one hell of a 7 game series. The Celts could have gone into this game just assuming they’d win given their history. Instead, what we got was something I would call a “professional win”. It was all business. They flew in, took care of business, and got the hell out of there healthy. To me, that matters more than simply beating the Raptors....

Erika started at Barstool in 2016. She’s been nothing but great to me. The most honest CEO I’ve ever known. The New York Post was kind enough to report it before Erika had the opportunity to do it herself. Very Adrian Wojnarowski of them. But you all know that already. No point in dwelling on the past. Tiffany Gomas - Marketing Executive, One-Time Confirmed Insane Person Great idea by Hank....

It is now expected to crash land into Earth on January 18. The firm expects the lander to burn up in Earths atmosphere, and not pose any safety risks. Known as an Exospheric Mass Spectrometer (EMS), thetechwas a crucial component of Peregrine. It’s free, every week, in your inbox. PITMS will sniff out lunar gases, providing valuable insights into lunar composition and conditions. Despite a disappointing end, Astrobotic CEO John Thornton remains optimistic....