International Organizations Collaborate on AI Education Framework The European Commission and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) are partnering with Code.org to develop an open and collaborative learning framework for AI and its use in education (learning with and about AI). The initiative invites everyone to contribute their opinions. Benjamin Ninassi and Ikram…
EU Releases Code of Conduct for General-Purpose AI Amidst Debate A copy of the European Union’s Artificial Intelligence Act is displayed at the AI & Big Data Expo 2025 in London on February 5, 2025. (Image: Reuters) The European Commission has finally published the code of conduct for general-purpose artificial intelligences (AI) on Thursday, July…
Admiral’s Cup 2025: AC2 Class Promises Thrilling Competition The Admiral’s Cup 2025 promises high-level competition, and the AC2 class is set to deliver some of the most exciting action. While smaller than their AC1 counterparts, these boats face a significant challenge, blending tactical precision with pure offshore endurance. The crews represent the global elite of…
Columbia University Hacked, Data Stolen The Columbia University campus in New York, in 2024. SETH WENIG / AP Approximately 2.5 million application forms, spanning several decades, along with a significant amount of financial data, were stolen from Columbia University in New York during a cyberattack. The breach was discovered on June 26th when a photograph…
Google’s Veo 3 Arrives in France: Can You Tell the Difference Between Real and AI-Generated Videos? Just weeks after its American debut, Google’s Veo 3 video generation model was finally launched in France on Thursday, July 3rd. Capable of producing sequences with a realism far superior to its previous version, the new Veo is included…
The Intriguing Origin of Bateaux-Mouches Contrary to what their name might suggest, bateaux-mouches have nothing to do with insects. The term actually comes from the Mouche district in Lyon, where these boats were manufactured in the 19th century. At the time, these steam-powered vessels primarily served to transport passengers and goods on the Rhône and…
News Archives – July 10, 2025 Strike at Princesse Tam-Tam and Comptoir des Cotonniers After Receivership Nearly a third of the 100 stores operated are threatened, according to Fast Retailing France, which employs nearly 500 people there. Published on July 10, 2025 at 11:25 PM, modified on July 11, 2025 at 09:59 AM By Juliette…
Beneteau Group: Charting a Course for Innovation and Sustainability in Boating For over 140 years, the Beneteau Group has been a leading force in the global nautical landscape. Today, as connectivity, ergonomics, and digital technologies reshape the expectations of boaters, the French company is placing customer experience at the heart of its innovation strategy. Design,…
Vineyard Owner Recounts Harrowing Experience Battling Wildfire in Aude, France “This is war. If anyone doesn’t feel it, they should step down.” These were the solemn words the fire chief addressed to his men as they entered the property managed by Arnaud Gassier and his father in Bages (Aude), a few kilometers from Narbonne. When…
The Velvet Sundown: When AI-Generated Music Tricks the Masses With indie rock vibes, two albums released in under a month, and millions of streams on Spotify, The Velvet Sundown experienced a meteoric rise. However, after sparking suspicion among listeners, the “group” eventually confirmed that its tracks were generated by artificial intelligence (AI). On Spotify, the…