Last week, actor and director Ben Affleck shared his views on AI’s role in filmmaking during the 2024 CNBC Delivering Alpha investor summit, arguing that AI models will transform visual effects but won’t replace creative filmmaking anytime soon. A video clip of Affleck’s opinion began circulating widely on social media not long after. “Didn’t expect … Read more
In a landmark decision on the gig economy front, thousands of Bolt drivers in the UK have won a legal battle granting them worker status. This employee rights status ruling means drivers previously classified as independent contractors now have employee rights to holiday pay, a guaranteed minimum wage, and potentially substantial compensation. It’s a win … Read more
Portugal is becoming a top destination for its stunning scenery, vibrant culture, and affordability. The D7 Passive Income Visa offers a clear path to residency for non-EU nationals with stable passive income—ideal for retirees or investors. This visa allows holders to live in Portugal without active employment, leading to potential permanent residency and citizenship after … Read more
An emerging and little-known cybercrime operation that deploys LockBit-based ransomware has claimed 22 victims so far, according to a report by Huntress published last week. Huntress discovered that an obscure operation known as SafePay was behind two incidents targeting its customers in October 2024. Huntress was able to investigate the group and reverse engineer its … Read more
Guest post by Laura Bakola (PhD candidate at Leiden University) In September the CJEU issued a judgment on price indications and the obligation of the trader to announce a price reduction on the basis of the ‘prior price’ of the product. The case comes after the amendment introduced by Directive 2019/2161, as regards the better … Read more
