Regulation

U.S. probes UK over encryption backdoor demands amid breach of data pact

The U.S. government has opened an inquiry into whether the United Kingdom breached a bilateral data-sharing agreement by demanding Apple Inc. create a “backdoor” to access encrypted iCloud data globally. The probe,

February 27, 2025

by Fabrice Iranzi

Canada imposes regulatory fee on Google to fund news law enforcement

Canada’s telecommunications regulator announced Wednesday it will levy a fee on Google to cover the costs of enforcing a landmark law requiring tech giants to compensate news publishers. The decision, effective April 1, intensifies a transnational debate over who should

February 27, 2025

by Fabrice Iranzi

Britain’s Competition Regulator Investigates Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s $14 Billion Acquisition of Juniper Networks

The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) announced on Wednesday that it has launched an investigation

CMA report slams Apple for stifling mobile browser innovation in the UK

The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has released a 600 pages report criticizing Apple’s mobile

UK and US locked in secret talks over Apple’s encryption battle: What’s at stake?

Senior British and American officials have engaged in confidential discussions to address a burgeoning diplomatic row over a UK order compelling Apple Inc. to unlock encrypted iCloud data, Bloomberg News reported on

March 15, 2025

Regulation

The Competition and Markets Authority unveils “4Ps” blueprint to boost UK Tech growth and consumer trust

At the techUK Tech Policy Conference 2025, Sarah Cardell, CEO of the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), outlined a transformative roadmap to reshape the UK’s digital economy. Titled Promoting Competition and Protecting

March 10, 2025

Regulation

Australian watchdog fines telegram nearly $1 Million for delayed reporting on terrorism and child abuse material

Telegram has been fined A$957,780 by Australia’s online safety regulator, eSafety, for failing to respond on time to questions about its efforts to tackle terrorism and child abuse material on its platform.

February 25, 2025

Business·Regulation

Apple responds to UK competition regulator’s concerns over browser market: Innovation or Monopoly?

Apple has recently voiced concerns to the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) over proposed regulatory measures aimed at increasing competition in the mobile browser market. The company argues that some of

February 19, 2025

FinTech·Regulation

CMA to investigate Apple and Google’s mobile ecosystems: What it means for you

The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has announced parallel investigations into the mobile ecosystems of tech giants Apple and Google. These investigations will assess whether the companies hold “strategic market status”

January 23, 2025

Regulation·TechCurrent

Apple Faces EU Antitrust Charges Over App Store Practices

Apple is under scrutiny by EU antitrust regulators for its App Store rules, which allegedly prevent app developers from directing consumers to alternative offers, reports Reuters. This accusation, if upheld, could lead

June 24, 2024

Regulation·TechCurrent

Labour Party’s 2024 Tech Manifesto: 6 Key Takeaways for Startups, Investors, and Industry Stakeholders

The Labour Party has unveiled its 2024 manifesto ahead of the general election on July 4, outlining a series of ambitious tech policies aimed at fostering innovation and bolstering the UK’s position

June 13, 2024

Regulation·TechCurrent

LinkedIn Halts Sensitive Data Advertising Tool to Comply with EU Rules

LinkedIn, the professional networking platform owned by Microsoft, has ceased the use of a controversial tool that allowed targeted advertising based on sensitive personal data. This decision comes in response to the

June 7, 2024

ecommerce·Future·Regulation

Meta Faces Scrutiny Over Data Sharing Practices: How to Protect Your Privacy

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has come under fire for its data sharing practices, particularly regarding the training of its AI models using user-generated content. While the company insists it’s notifying

May 31, 2024

Future·Regulation

Boeing to Present Turnaround Plan to Federal Regulators Amid Safety Concerns

Boeing is set to present a comprehensive plan to federal regulators today, outlining steps to address the persistent safety and quality issues that have plagued its aircraft manufacturing in recent years.

May 30, 2024

Gadgetry·Regulation·Space

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Regulation

U.S. probes UK over encryption backdoor demands amid breach of data pact

Canada imposes regulatory fee on Google to fund news law enforcement

Britain’s Competition Regulator Investigates Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s $14 Billion Acquisition of Juniper Networks

CMA report slams Apple for stifling mobile browser innovation in the UK

UK and US locked in secret talks over Apple’s encryption battle: What’s at stake?

The Competition and Markets Authority unveils “4Ps” blueprint to boost UK Tech growth and consumer trust

Australian watchdog fines telegram nearly $1 Million for delayed reporting on terrorism and child abuse material

Apple responds to UK competition regulator’s concerns over browser market: Innovation or Monopoly?

CMA to investigate Apple and Google’s mobile ecosystems: What it means for you

Apple Faces EU Antitrust Charges Over App Store Practices

Labour Party’s 2024 Tech Manifesto: 6 Key Takeaways for Startups, Investors, and Industry Stakeholders

LinkedIn Halts Sensitive Data Advertising Tool to Comply with EU Rules

Meta Faces Scrutiny Over Data Sharing Practices: How to Protect Your Privacy

Boeing to Present Turnaround Plan to Federal Regulators Amid Safety Concerns

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