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Meta faces fresh EU backlash over Digital Markets Act non-compliance
Meta faces fresh EU backlash over Digital Markets Act non-compliance
Meta's 'pay-or-consent' strategy draws EU criticism, reigniting data privacy battles in Europe.
July 17, 2025
EU confirms AI Act rollout and releases GPAI Code of Practice
EU confirms AI Act rollout and releases GPAI Code of Practice
Europe advances with its AI regulation timetable, releasing the final GPAI Code of Practice while dismissing requests from businesses for delays.
July 17, 2025
Apple accused of blocking real browser competition on iOS
Apple accused of blocking real browser competition on iOS
Developers say Apple's new policies still block real browser competition in the EU.
July 16, 2025
Google strengthens position as Perplexity and OpenAI launch browsers
Google strengthens position as Perplexity and OpenAI launch browsers
As OpenAI and Perplexity enter the browser market, Google retains a strong lead through Chrome, Android, and AI Mode integration.
July 15, 2025
OpenAI to release Chromium-based AI browser competing with Chrome
OpenAI to release Chromium-based AI browser competing with Chrome
The AI-powered browser by OpenAI will integrate ChatGPT-like features and offer smarter web browsing through direct user interaction.
July 11, 2025
EU urges stronger AI oversight after Grok controversy
EU urges stronger AI oversight after Grok controversy
European Union prepares new compliance guidelines for AI developers as Grok chatbot prompts debate on transparency and systemic risk safeguards.
July 10, 2025
Italy's Piracy Shield sparks EU scrutiny over digital rights
Italy's Piracy Shield sparks EU scrutiny over digital rights
The EU is examining whether Italy’s Piracy Shield complies with the Digital Services Act and Open Internet rules.
July 9, 2025
Tether and Binance left out of EU crypto approval list
Tether and Binance left out of EU crypto approval list
No asset-referenced tokens have been registered under MiCA, pointing to weak demand and strict compliance hurdles.
July 8, 2025
Samsung profits slump as US chip ban hits AI exports
Samsung profits slump as US chip ban hits AI exports
Weak foundry sales and AI export restrictions drag Samsung’s second-quarter earnings well below analyst expectations.
July 8, 2025
xAI gets Memphis approval to run 15 gas turbines
xAI gets Memphis approval to run 15 gas turbines
However, local and legal groups are pushing back against xAI after Memphis regulators approved its generators amid air quality fears.
July 5, 2025
Spotify hit by AI band hoax controversy
Spotify hit by AI band hoax controversy
A mysterious band with no known members has gone viral on Spotify, sparking intense speculation that its music may be entirely AI-generated.
July 5, 2025
Canada's telecoms face a key choice between competition and investment
Canada's telecoms face a key choice between competition and investment
As Canada edges closer to a pivotal telecom decision, the outcome could reshape who controls your internet access and how much you pay for it.
July 4, 2025