#regulation

#regulation

Researchers have warned that high street self-tests for vitamin deficiencies, menopause, and bowel cancer may not be fit for purpose, raising safety concerns regarding these readily available health checks.

In March, technology columnist Kevin Roose argued that people and institutions are unprepared for current AI systems and lack a plan to manage associated risks.

Steve Reed expressed his outrage over the 36% rise in water bills, attributing it to 14 years of previous government failures in addressing investment in water infrastructure.

The number of households behind on their energy bills has soared by 86,000 in the year to April, figures obtained by the Irish Independent confirm.

Nicotine pouches are being made appealing to children with special flavours and packaging mimicking sweets, and there is currently no legislation restricting their sale to minors.

Dakota aims to combine both corners of finance, utilizing stablecoins to facilitate transactions and attract non-crypto customers, thus positioning itself uniquely in the evolving fintech landscape.

Market-driven forces, like preventing reputational damage stemming from unassessed and underperforming systems and increasing customer trust, may provide a 'competitive advantage' incentive for companies to voluntarily adopt assurance.

California's small businesses face immense challenges, particularly from trial attorneys exploiting the Americans With Disabilities Act. These legal ambushes often target technical infractions with no ill intent.

The tax hike on alcohol from 65% to 90% by 2031 aims to curb harmful consumption habits and address rising alcohol consumption rates in Vietnam.

Gambling behaviour in the UK is shifting towards overseas sites, especially in Curaçao and Malta, complicating regulation and tax collection.

Mayor Adams's administration plans to launch a new 'Department of Sustainable Delivery' in early 2024, aimed at regulating app companies responsible for the chaos in the delivery industry.

Apple's recently introduced tiered service scheme in Europe, mandated by regulators, allows developers to opt out of certain services, reflecting difficulties between Apple and regulatory bodies.

The actions of individuals involved in suspicious digital projects call into question the effectiveness of supervisory mechanisms and threaten to tarnish the reputation of the entire industry.

Although supporters of the reform argue that removing the exemption is essential for combating fraud and improving data quality on the Companies House register, critics in the business community reveal that such changes would impose extensive additional costs and regulatory burdens on smaller firms.

The UK operates under a centralised gambling system overseen by the UK Gambling Commission. This framework ensures strict oversight, consumer protection, and fairness across all forms of gambling.

The proposed freeze on state and local governments' ability to regulate generative AI would prevent enforcement of laws aimed at curbing harms such as deep fakes and algorithmic discrimination.

The product, advertised as a natural sleep aid for children, has raised serious safety concerns because it allegedly contains significant levels of melatonin, a prescription-only drug.

A proposed new licensing system for London's pedicabs aims to address issues like unregulated fares, unsafe drivers, and noise pollution, potentially implementing changes by next summer.

"The loss of his long-standing career is an inevitable consequence of that conduct."

The consultation revealed overwhelming support for regulating pedicabs, a form of unregulated public transport in London, with calls for safety measures and standards.