European Union Sanctions AliExpress: E-commerce Giant Faces Fines Over Counterfeits

The European Union has imposed a substantial fine of 550 million Euros on the popular Chinese e-commerce platform AliExpress for distributing counterfeit, illegal, and unsafe products. The decision, based on the Digital Services Act (DSA), has been met with strong disagreement from AliExpress, which labels the penalty “disproportionate” and plans to appeal. This action coincides with new EU customs duties affecting imports from non-EU platforms, signaling a stricter regulatory environment for online marketplaces.

Order an Uber without an app. This hasn’t been available here before.

Uber is rolling out an innovative “Tap to Ride” kiosk service at major international airports, allowing travelers to book and pay for rides directly via a touchscreen, without needing a smartphone app or internet connection. This service, initially launched in select global locations and now expanding to a prominent European airport, aims to simplify travel for tourists and enhance accessibility for all users.

They Were Looking for a Wind Turbine Site, and Found a 2,400-Year-Old Shipwreck Full of Ancient Treasures

During a routine photogrammetric survey for a planned offshore wind farm off the coast of Calabria, Italy, researchers made an astonishing discovery: the remarkably preserved wreck of an ancient Greek merchant ship, dating back approximately 2,400 years. This significant find, laden with hundreds of amphorae, offers invaluable insights into ancient Mediterranean trade routes and maritime life.

Controversial Plan to Illuminate Earth at Night from Space Gets Green Light from US Authorities

The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has approved the Reflect Orbital company’s project to launch the Earendil-1 satellite, designed to reflect sunlight and illuminate specific areas on Earth. This decision, alongside other ambitious space proposals and regulatory shifts, highlights the evolving landscape of space technology and the growing concerns surrounding orbital debris, light pollution, and the environmental impact of human activities beyond Earth.

Physical Discs Propelled PlayStation to the Top. Today, They’re an Obstacle for Sony.

PlayStation’s recent announcement (July 2026) to cease the production of new Ultra HD Blu-Ray games by January 2028 has sparked widespread concerns. This shift to an exclusively digital distribution model for all future titles raises questions about game pricing, the long-term compatibility of existing physical collections, and the preservation of gaming history. Many are particularly surprised by how Sony is moving away from the very physical media legacy that defined its rise in the console market.