Brittany Hainzinger

Startup Lithuania and GameBCN have invited video game development studios to apply for funding and investment of up to €104,000 to develop their video games, with applications open until November 4, 2024. This initiative aims to enhance Lithuania's gaming ecosystem by selecting 10 promising studios for a specialized acceleration program, offering mentorship and networking opportunities.

LORA, a child-friendly AI by HeyQQ GmbH, is designed to address the challenges posed by models like ChatGPT. ChatGPT lacks kid suitability due to gender bias and overly complex language. Built on open-source models and curated datasets, LORA ensures safe, age-appropriate educational content through interactive storytelling.

Memstagram, a social-fi web3 app, is now featured on Coinbase Wallet, granting millions of users access to its decentralized meme ecosystem on the Base chain. Users can create, vote, and earn crypto rewards through meme battles and an AI-powered generator. This integration enhances accessibility, security, and participation in the meme economy.

Skyvia has announced the successful completion of the beta phase and the official release of their automation product Skyvia, designed to automate workflows and processes, helping organizations save time and resources while driving increased business efficiency.

The MediScan mobile app has been released, allowing users to create medical-grade custom shoe inserts like a podiatrist would normally prescribe, without needing to physically see a doctor. The Florida-based app uses 3D lidar scans to design custom orthotics, which are reviewed by podiatrists and delivered nationwide.

Hookle is transforming marketing for 300 million micro-businesses with its AI social media assistant app from start to finish. By automating everything from content creation to performance tracking, Hookle allows small business owners to effortlessly manage their online presence-all from one mobile platform, without the need for expensive agencies or complex tools.

Onymos has released its SaaS Disruption Report: Security & Data, revealing that 78% of tech leaders are concerned about security threats in SaaS for application and software development. The report highlights significant challenges, with nearly half of enterprises experiencing cybersecurity incidents through third-party SaaS in the past year.

A recent study from CMT Cambridge Mobile Telematics revealed that more younger drivers reported using their phones than older drivers, with 80% of 18-29-year-olds and 84% of 30-44-year-olds saying they used an app while driving in the past month. Instagram, followed by the Camera App and WhatsApp Messenger, topped the list of the most used apps while driving.

Telefonica and Nokia signed an agreement to boost API 5G SA network adoption using 5G standalone capabilities. Telefonica will use Nokia's Network Exposure Function (NEF) in Spain and Germany. The collaboration aims to support developers in creating innovative use cases with Nokia’s Network as Code platform and developer portal.

Radix recently launched the RadQuest web3 gamified onboarding platform, offering a repeatable experience that is engaging, educational, and intuitive enough for anyone to use. Featuring gamified quests and tokenized rewards, RadQuest is part of Radix's Breakout2024 initiative to make Web3 and DeFi accessible to all.