Prototype machines will issue automated fines to noise violators from spring 2023 Paris authorities have begun rolling out noise radars as part of a new plan to combat sound pollution in one of Europe’s noisiest cities. The first machine was installed atop a street lamp in eastern Paris on Monday, while another is expected to […]
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Boeing & Airbus sound alarm over 5G rollout
5G interference may impede safety, airplane manufacturers warn Airplane makers Boeing and Airbus have renewed their warnings that 5G cell phone signals – supposed to be rolled out in earnest in early January – may threaten the ability of aircraft to operate safely in low visibility areas. The CEOs of both plane manufacturers warned US […]
‘Start of dim future?’ German police unions sound alarm over potential weed legalization amid ongoing govt coalition talks
Government coalition talks in Germany are still far from over, but police officers are already worried their outcome could lead to potential cannabis legalization in the country – something police unions vehemently oppose. Police unions in Germany have expressed their opposition to the legalization of possession and consumption of weed, in no uncertain terms. No […]
Irish and Italian privacy watchdogs sound alarm over Facebook’s new smart glasses
Ireland’s data privacy watchdog has expressed concerns over new smart glasses, produced by Facebook in partnership with Ray-Ban, stating it’s asked the tech giant whether the device can properly notify people they’re being filmed. The Irish Data Privacy Commissioner (DPC) voiced its concerns over the glasses on Friday. The smart glasses, manufactured by Facebook in […]