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It has rained 143% more than normal and Spanish agriculture has suddenly entered into crisis mode. They do not lack reasons

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After more than 20 days of continuous rainfall and four huge high impact stories, peninsula floors They are practically saturated. And it should not be a surprise: the amount of water that has fallen has been 143% above Normal. And, although it may seem good news, it doesn’t always rain to everyone’s taste. Isn’t it good news? At the agroganadero level, there are many farms to which this Borrascas festival has been very good: vineyards, olive groves, nuts, dryland cereals and, in general, the livestock that feeds on pastures. But the field is much bigger. Andalusia It’s a good example. Only in the province of Seville, sunflower, chickpea, pea, cabbage and grelo have been affected. But there are more: the red fruits of Huelva, the pepper, the cucumber, the watermelon and the melon Almeria or the lettuce, the broccoli and the Murcian cauliflower. This is going to add the Granada asparagus if the situation is maintained. But why? For a concatenation of factors, of course. Floods have drowned many sown (with “root, gangrene and fungal asphyxiation problems”); The low temperatures are slowing down the development (when not burning) numerous crops; and the lack of labor (or the impossibility of working on lands) prevents the necessary works – or even collection. In figures, According to news four“Farmers find only 15% production.” So much so that a few days ago the Andalusian farmers sighed for just 15 days of sun. And what will happen? If everything goes well (that is, if everything goes as expected) nothing should happen. It is true that the situation has been harmful, but if the time is normalized and without water restrictions, the campaign is in time to save. If the “anomalous” situation lengthens, we will have a problem. However, whatever it is, it is very possible that we notice the break in the supermarket. A couple of years ago, Europe He ran out of red pepper For a cold wave. What has happened is very similar. Right now, there are a dozen products that play with the breakage of the supply. In case climate change I would not assume enough problemsnow it is stubborn to mess up the stations. And that, of course, is a challenge for one of the key sectors of Spain. Image | Markus Winkler | CHANDLER CRUTTINGE In Xataka | “Not a crop is saved”: Spain is about to discover in its flesh the effects of water scarcity

Deepseek closes external investments and risk capital. You have three reasons to do it

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Deepseek, The great sensation of the beginning of the year in AIhe is breaking with all the rules of the startup ecosystem not only for his efficient AI modelbut also for rejecting the risk capital that other competitors need such as eating. Its founder, Liang Wenfeng, maintains 84% ​​of the property (an anomaly in its field) and does not seem to be in a hurry to give control. Chinese technology broke into the industry in January With its new AI model, but unlike its competitors, it does not announcing multimillionaire financing rounds. Nor want to do it, according to anti The three reasons. Liang Wenfeng has clear reasons to keep investors at bay: 1. He does not want to lose control of his long -term vision on AI.2. Depseek has sufficient its own financing through its High-Flyer investment fund.3. He fears that external investors, especially Chinese, intensify concerns about privacy and security. Why is it important. In a sector where competitors are launched to capture thousands of millions to finance the expensive AI race, Depseek is betting on an alternative path. Financial independence also gives Deepseek freedom to focus on research and development, instead of seeking rapid monetization that investors usually demand. Between the lines. Liang does not usually hide his distrust of investors. In a 2023 interview He openly criticized the obsession of venture capital funds by rapidly monetizing AI, to the detriment of advanced research. This position symbolizes a growing skepticism in the technological sector about whether the traditional financing model is compatible with the development of long -term transforming technologies. The figures. The Deepseek owned structure is unusual for such a powerful startup: 84% is owned by Liang Wenfeng, the founder. 16% are in the hands of people linked to their investment fund, high-flyer. 0% is of traditional external investors. In detail. Liang has funded Deepseek with the benefits of High-Flyer, its quantitative investment fund. “Money has never been a problem for us; the problem is in the prohibitions for sending advanced chips,” he said in 2023. This financial self -sufficiency has allowed Deepseek to develop without the usual external pressure of investors, usually focused on short -term growth metrics. The backdrop. As a Chinese company, Depseek operates under laws that give the Government broad access to their data. This has already caused prohibitions of use in several countries and private companies. The entry of Chinese investors could get this situation worse. The US government has history by sanctioning Chinese technology with government ties, such as Huawei and DJI. And now what. Deepseek will need more and better AI chips to stay competitive, according to Liang himself. These components are expensive and are strongly restricted in China due to the export controls of the United States. Without external financing, Depseek could be left behind in the technological career against rivals with more resources, such as OpenAi or Anthropic. Of course If someone has demonstrated ingenuityIt is Deepseek. In Xataka | Manus is the new sensation of China after Deepseek. Is generating as many expectations as doubts Outstanding image | Deepseek + Philipp Katzenberger | Alejandro Luengo

There are good reasons to think that Spain is one of the favorites

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Europe has become Byd’s great goal. The company of Electric and Hybrid Vehicles plug -in arrival from China is intended to open a new factory in Europe, according to its president Stella Li to various journalists in an event in Frankfurt at the end of last week. The information is signed in Bloombergwho emphasize that the final decision can be extended, still, at least a year and a half. Therefore, it is imagined that the project is in an early stage and that the future of the company in the coming months or the measures taken from Europe can define the future of the same. A third factory to continue gaining ground According to data from Jato DynamicsByd sold 50,216 units in Europe in 2024. It is a figure that left him out of the 30 best -selling car manufacturers in the continent. But, despite everything, the figures are better than those of historical brands such as Alfa Romeo. However, the growth prospects They are huge for analysts like those of S&P global. According to their accounts, they believe that Byd can add almost 200,000 enrollments in this 2025 (include industrial vehicles) and bet on sales of 400,000 units in 2029. To be fulfilled, we would talk about a company that would be struggling to get into the top 10 of best -selling cars in Europe. Part of those forecasts seem to be consolidating. Jato Dynamics He emphasizes that last year China beat the United Kingdom, Türkiye, Japan and South Korea in sales in Europe. Much of the success is due to its electrified vehicles, increasingly demanded in the market and offered at a very competitive price. The company, of course, hopes to gain ground within the continent. At the end of 2023 ByD confirmed that it will manufacture some of Your most affordable cars in Hungary And, last year, he did the same when certifying that will manufacture in Türkiye. Now, they already talk clearly that they are looking for a third factory on European soil. Byd faces a context in which it is difficult to make projections. Europe seems to be willing to Close the tap to Morocco and Türkiyea bridge that began to explore Chinese companies to skip some tariffs that, in the case of byd, They are 17%. In spite of everything, the company also has a wide range of plug -in hybrids that it can bring to Europe and for which it would not pay an extra cost. In your information, Bloomberg He also points out that Byd is interested in nourishing his third factory in Europe with a battery production plant. This is essential to maintain the prices of its electric cars below its rivals since much of its success is based on an enviable vertical integration. In addition, Europe is interested in increasing the production of batteries on its own soil. Aspire to give more alliances such as Catl and Stellantis. To this we must add that byd needs to continue increasing its sales in Europe since the margin of benefits achieved is greater than in China where they continue to live Very expensive price war. In all this context, Spain aspires to be chosen for this third byd factory. Before confirming that they would manufacture in Hungary, our country was one of the best positioned but ended by falling from the race. The cheapest labor and a position closer to Germany (where more electric are sold) could determine the decision. However, in recent months our country has positioned itself as a attractive place for vehicle companies. The costs, both of energy and labor, are cheaper than countries in our environment such as France and Germany. In addition to the ease of receiving and distributing pieces and vehicles through the ports, Chinese companies have been taking positions in one way or another in our country in recent months. Photo | Byd In Xataka | Byd has not surpassed Tesla in 2024 but his goal is much more ambitious: being the fifth manufacturer in the world

There is no reason why the price of light rises. There is a storm of reasons and are related to gas

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Europe does not leave one to get into another. Why has the price of light uploaded this time? Beyond that we have returned to the VAT of 21% in the light invoice, if you have noticed an increase in the price of electricity and gas lately it is for the delicate moment that the natural gas industry lives again in Europe. The perfect storm of gas. This is how They call analysts To a confluence of factors in the gas industry that has the unfortunate European consumers suffering the consequences on the electricity bill. Regulatory measures that come to an end, a sudden reconfiguration of supply routes and the increase in demand for wind shortage have generated a scenario in which electricity prices have firing again, affecting both homes and To industries. Goodbye to the top in the price. More than two years ago that the European Union established a stop at the price of gas as an emergency measure to counteract speculation and relieve the crisis caused by the Russian invasion of Ukraine. That mechanism expired on January 31so now the reality is different. Much of Europe has started the month of February heating with gas, but without a “firewall” that slows the expense, a situation that has raised criticism of several Eurodiputados. Italy in particular asked to reconsider or adjust the threshold so that consumers do not pay excessive prices. Total interruption of Russian gas. At the same time, the energy relationship between Europe and Russia has not gone to better. The Total gas traffic interruption Through Ukraine, an agreement that since 1991 allowed Moscow to supply the continent, has left several countries in a vulnerability situation. One of the most affected countries It is Moldovawhich is not yet part of the EU block. Although the dependence on Russian gas is getting smaller, the supply maintained relative stability throughout the region. The new gas routes. Given the disappearance of the traditional route, Europe has had to resort to alternatives such as Liquefied natural gas that comes to us by ship from the United StatesCatar and Australia, or the limited use of gas pipelines such as Turkstream. These sources allow to maintain the flow of energy in exchange for a much higher cost than the gas transported by land, which translates into rates of up to 50 euros per megavatio hour and, therefore, a direct rise in the prices of the prices of the prices of the light. A WINDER WITHOUT WIND. The impact is aggravated in the electricity sector, where the demand for gas for generation has reached historical levels. The most flagrant case It happened in Germany because of the famous Dunkelflautebut the analyst Pedro Cantuel He points out that Spain registered in December 2024 the highest demand in ten years. And reservations going down. The last edge of this scenario are gas deposits. Point out Bloomberg that storage levels in key countries such as France and the Netherlands are below the objectives set by the European Commission, adding a layer of uncertainty for next winter. The Difficulty replenishing these storesaggravated by summer contracts with high prices, it is a real risk for the security of the supply that has ended up affecting, like everything else, on the electricity bill. Image | Endesa In Xataka | Forget the industrial revolution: the fastest energy change in human history is happening now In Xataka | 2025 is the beginning of the end for gas boilers in Spain. European regulations have started its long withdrawal

Reasons why you should reconsider getting a dog

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in a world where 65.1 million American households They share their life with at least one dog, According to a study by Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) in Hungary, a fundamental question arises: Are these furry companions really the key to a happier life, or are there nuances we often ignore? Let’s start from a common image: the ideal dog, that companion who welcomes us with a wagging tail and offers us unconditional love. It’s no surprise that so many people want to adopt one, convinced that a dog will inevitably improve their lives. And there is some truth in this: the ELTE University study, published in Scientific Reports, found that “dogs make life happy” was the statement most valued by owners, with a score of 2.78 out of 3. In fact, more than 60% of the 246 owners surveyed spontaneously highlighted the deep relationship they develop with their pets, describing them as honest and devoted companions. Challenges of having pets: the other side of the coin However, Life with a dog is not just games and cuddles. Reality, as revealed by the research team led by Laura Gillet, a doctoral student in the ELTE Department of Ethology, is more complex and nuanced. Their findings confirm what many owners already sense: the human-dog relationship is a delicate dance between deep joys and considerable challenges. For example, the economic aspect turned out to be an overwhelming concern: 95% of owners noted expenses as their biggest challenge. Vet bills, food, and other ongoing costs can significantly impact the family budget. Furthermore, although less mentioned, The emotional exhaustion and practical challenges also weigh. Caring for a dog with health or behavioral problems can cause worry and guilt, as well as significantly disrupt your daily routine. Having a dog involves great responsibilities and expenses. (Photo: Shutterstock) The triple dimension of the human-dog relationship The study revealed 3 main dimensions in the human-dog relationship: the benefits (emotional, physical and social), the challenges (practical problems and negative emotions) and the commitment factor. The latter is particularly interesting because it divides opinions: while some owners see morning walks and daily training as a blessing that structures their lives, others consider them a burden that interrupts their routines and affects their rest. In that sense, the reality is that having a dog can be as rewarding as it is challenging. On the one hand, 31% of owners mentioned improvements in their lifestyle thanks to more exercise and outdoor activities and 15% especially valued the connection with another species, pointing out that sharing life with a being with such different qualities For humans it is enriching. On the other hand, we must also consider the less glamorous aspects: They can dirty the house, limit the freedom to travel and, perhaps most painfully, They have relatively short lives (This last aspect received the highest negative rating in the study, with -1.67). A revealing fact is that the positive aspects received, on average, a much higher rating (2.06) than the negative ones (-0.66). However, researchers warn that some owners may be downplaying problems for fear of being labeled “bad owners,” underscoring the need to have a more honest and balanced conversation about what it really means to own a dog. Responsible adoption: the importance of a conscious decision “Bridging the gap between expectations and reality can improve the lives of both humans and dogs,” emphasizes Eniko Kubinyi, head of the Department of Ethology at ELTE. Hence, experts emphasizehe importance of adopting consciously: reflecting on available time, budget and lifestyle before adding a dog to the family can avoid friction and disappointment. Ultimately, for most, the joys of sharing everyday life with a dog continue to outweigh the setbacks. Even so, it should not be overlooked that this decision entails an economic cost, emotional implications and adjustments to routine. The key to a satisfying and long-lasting relationship with a four-legged companion is to be well informed, honestly weigh the pros and cons, and above all, understand that this is a long-term commitment that requires constant dedication. As the researchers suggest, the better prepared future owners are for this reality, the more satisfying the experience will be for both them and their canine companions. Edited by Felipe Espinosa Wang with information from Eötvös Loránd University, Scientific Reports and Study Finds. Keep reading: * The time you should feed your dog to avoid health problems* The first canine airline: flights with menu, playground and dog baths* Five hotels that will treat your pet like royalty

The obsession with slim mobile phones is back. And there are several reasons

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The new ones Samsung Galaxy S25 mark the beginning of the year in the high-end smartphone range, but they also tell us about the beginning of a new trend: the war to create the thinnest smartphone. Samsung briefly showed us the Galaxy S25 Edge and rumors of a iPhone 17 Air for this fall they are too coincidental to ignore them, in the absence of official confirmation. Both promise to be the thinnest phones ever created by their respective manufacturers. The question is whether we really need thinner phones. History has taught us that The obsession with thinness usually has consequences. The 2014 iPhone 6, with its 6.9 mm, was so thin that it ended up starring in the bendgate. AND the first Galaxy Edgealthough innovative, sacrificed durability for design. The interesting thing about this trend is not so much the technology itself, but the chosen moment. We have been seeing for years how manufacturers have been thickening their devices to include larger batteries, better camera systems and more sensors. Apple went from 7.6 mm on the iPhone 8 to 8.25 mm on the iPhone 16 Pro. Samsung did the same with its Galaxy line. And users never complained about their phones being “too thick”. In any case, it is common to read a fairly recurring request: more battery even at the cost of greater thickness. And although Oppo, Huawei or Vivo have already launched models in this thickness range in the past, they never set a real commercial trend. Apple and Samsung, as leaders, are capable of doing so. The price of thinness is high. According to leaks, the iPhone 17 Air will have a single rear camera instead of two or three, and will sacrifice one of its speakers. Samsung, for its part, has reduced its Galaxy S25 Edge to two cameras. These are important commitments in 2025, when mobile photography defines the high-end. Why now? The answer may be in the folding. Apple has been working on it for years your foldable iPhoneand Samsung already dominates that format, which on the other hand It is far from what the expectations were. six years ago, when the first ones arrived. A foldable phone needs to be as thin as possible when unfolded so as not to be excessively thick when folded. These new ultra-thin models may well be testing grounds for technologies that will end up in future foldables. He Oppo Find N5 points right in that direction: an ultra-thin foldable. There is also a differentiation factor. After years of incremental iterations, both Apple and Samsung need something to make their devices stand out. Extreme thinness, although it may seem like a step backwards, is visually striking. It’s the kind of feature that makes people stop in stores or pause their gaze when they spot a phone like that in someone else’s hand. And that’s something brands crave. But the success of these devices will depend on whether the compromises are worth it. The iPhone mini failed because it occupied a niche that no one had asked for. Or rather, that he did not ask for enough clients. Will it be different with ultrathin ones? Samsung seems to be starting with some caution, limiting the launch of the S25 Edge to select markets. The mobile industry moves in cycles. This wave of ultra-thin devices marks the beginning of another. But this time, the technology could be paving the way to something bigger: the next generation of foldables. Apple and Samsung are betting big. We’ll see if consumers sacrifice functionality for style. The war for the thinnest mobile phone has only just begun. In Xataka | The cameras of the Samsung Galaxy S25, S25+ and S25 Ultra, explained: their best asset is their inspiration in DSLRs Featured image | Xataka

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