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EU Unveils Major Defense Initiatives to Counter Drone Threats and Strengthen Eastern Borders

The European Commission has announced four major defense initiatives aimed at countering drone threats and fortifying eastern borders. These proposals come as European leaders express growing concerns about regional security and the need for enhanced defensive capabilities.

Major European Defense Overhaul Proposed

The European Union has put forward what officials are calling a “mega-plan” for European defense, according to reports from Brussels. The European Commission has proposed four flagship defense projects designed to significantly enhance the continent’s security capabilities by 2030.

by Sarah CollinsOctober 17, 2025

Economy Policy

G20 Finance Chiefs Strike Compromise with Chair Summary on Global Economic Outlook

In a significant departure from traditional consensus-driven declarations, the Group of 20 finance ministers and central bank governors concluded their…

by Darren HoltOctober 17, 2025

Economy Policy

Fed policymakers’ focus on tariffs makes central bank seem political: Miran

Fed Governor Warns Against Selective Policy Commentary That Risks Central Bank’s Neutral Stance Fed’s Political Neutrality at Stake Over Tariff…

by Darren HoltOctober 17, 2025

Business Startups

Global Payroll Provider Deel Secures $300 Million, Valuation Soars to $17.3 Billion Amid Expansion Drive

Payroll and HR startup Deel has raised $300 million in a new funding round, according to reports, boosting its valuation to $17.3 billion. The company reportedly plans to use the capital for global infrastructure expansion and acquisitions, aiming to offer native payroll in over 100 countries by 2029.

Funding Round and Valuation Milestone

Payroll startup Deel has reportedly raised $300 million in a Series E funding round, according to Reuters, valuing the company at $17.3 billion. Sources indicate the round was led by new investor Ribbit Capital, with participation from existing backers including Andreessen Horowitz and Coatue Management. This represents a significant increase from the company’s previous valuation of $12.6 billion earlier this year.

by Sarah CollinsOctober 17, 2025

Innovation Science

AI Language Model Advances Lasso Peptide Therapeutics Discovery

Scientists have created a specialized artificial intelligence tool that learns the language of lasso peptides, unique knot-like molecules with significant therapeutic potential. The new model reportedly enables accurate prediction of peptide properties that could accelerate drug discovery for various medical conditions.

Breakthrough in Peptide Engineering

Researchers have developed a specialized language model that learns the complex structure of lasso peptides, according to reports published in Nature Communications. These unique molecule structures, which resemble microscopic slipknots, show significant promise for developing new therapy treatments for cancer and infectious diseases.

by Natalie BrooksOctober 17, 2025

Cybersecurity Policy

Economic Pressures Drive Rise in Student Cyberdeviance, Study Finds

A comprehensive study reveals that economic anxieties and employment concerns are significant drivers of cyberdeviance among college students. Researchers found that while most internet use remains academic, growing numbers engage in ethically ambiguous online behaviors. The findings suggest universities need updated digital policies to address these emerging challenges.

Digital Campus Life Reveals New Behavioral Challenges

College students’ engagement in cyberdeviance appears strongly connected to economic anxiety and job insecurity, according to reports from a recent study of Indian higher education institutions. The research, published in the International Journal of Public Sector Performance Management, surveyed approximately 264 students about their online behaviors and motivations.

by Natalie BrooksOctober 17, 2025

Business Innovation

Payroll-delivered emergency savings accounts proposed as solution to financial stress

Payroll-Integrated Emergency Savings: A $70 Billion Productivity Solution Turning Financial Fragility into Workplace Resilience Canadian employers are facing a staggering…

by Natalie BrooksOctober 17, 2025

Science Technology

University of Gothenburg Secures Next-Generation Research Submarine Following Antarctic Loss

Researchers at the University of Gothenburg will receive a new autonomous underwater vehicle to continue critical polar studies. The replacement comes after the original Ran submarine was lost during a groundbreaking mission beneath Antarctica’s Thwaites Glacier in January 2024.

Research Submarine Replacement Secured After Antarctic Incident

According to reports from the University of Gothenburg, researchers will receive a new autonomous underwater vehicle to replace the pioneering submarine Ran that was lost beneath an Antarctic glacier earlier this year. Sources indicate that a generous donation from the Voice of the Ocean Foundation combined with insurance funds has enabled the acquisition of Ran II, with delivery expected during winter 2026/2027.

by Sarah CollinsOctober 17, 2025