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German company becomes first in Europe to launch fully commercial orbital rocket — 2026-09-06
## Short Segments Isar Aerospace's Spectrum rocket has reached orbit, marking a first for European commercial launchers. This achievement comes just days before a major space summit in Paris. OpenAI's AGI benchmark score discrepancy raises questions about testing methods. The EU tech chief predicts AI guardrails will inevitably reach the US. Berlin's refusal to pay a ransom leads to the formation of multiple task forces. Kenya's gig economy faces challenges as AI tools like ChatGPT reshape the landscape. Finally, Uber invests $100 million in a company linked to a controversial figure from its…
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