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Apple Resists EU’s Stricter Rules for Maps and Ads Under DMA

EU investigates designating Apple Maps and Apple Ads as gatekeeper services while Apple pushes back, claiming minimal market presence in Europe.

Meta Accused of Ignoring Sex Trafficking in Court Filings

New court documents reveal Meta's controversial 17-strike policy for sex trafficking accounts and the company's growing legal challenges worldwide.

Singapore Orders Apple and Google to Stop Government Impersonation Scams

Singapore mandates security measures on iMessage and Google Messages to prevent scammers from spoofing government agencies and protect citizens from fraud.

Major Internet Outages Increasing: Cloud Failures Disrupt Services

Three major cloud outages in one month signal dangerous consolidation risks. Experts warn these disruptions affecting millions could worsen without regulation.

Meta Wins Historic FTC Antitrust Case, Keeps Instagram and WhatsApp

Federal judge rules Meta does not hold social media monopoly, allowing company to keep Instagram and WhatsApp in major antitrust victory.

India May Shorten DPDP Rules Timeline for Large Companies

Government considers compressing 18-month transition period for major firms that already comply with global data protection standards like GDPR.

EU Investigates Google Over Unfair Search Ranking Practices

European regulators probe whether Google unfairly demotes publisher content in search results, potentially leading to massive fines or business breakup.

EU Investigates Google Over Search Ranking Demotion Concerns

European regulators examine if Google unfairly demotes publisher content in search results, potentially leading to massive fines under Digital Markets Act.

Denmark Bans Social Media for Children Under 15 to Protect Youth

Denmark announces landmark social media ban for under-15s with strict age verification and potential 6% global revenue fines for tech giants failing to comply.

Apple Removes iPhone-Apple Watch WiFi Sharing in EU Regulatory Clash

Apple eliminates key connectivity feature for European users amid Digital Markets Act dispute, claiming EU rules compromise iPhone security and user protection.

OpenAI Commits to California After Regulatory Deal, Microsoft Gets 27% Stake

Sam Altman confirms OpenAI will stay in California following regulatory approval of public-benefit corporation restructuring and Microsoft's 27% investment.

Australia Sues Microsoft Over Alleged Misleading Copilot Pricing

Australian regulator ACCC alleges Microsoft misled 2.7 million customers into paying higher prices by hiding cheaper Microsoft 365 plans without Copilot AI.