#tech-regulation
#tech-regulation

Google tells Trump's DOJ that forcing a Chrome sale would harm national security

The government aims to limit Google's AI investments, raising national security concerns.

Shifts in DOJ leadership may influence regulatory actions against Google.

fromZDNET

Trump's DoJ keeps pushing for Google to get rid of Chrome

Trump's administration has shifted enforcement actions against tech firms, pausing certain lawsuits while continuing scrutiny of Google's market power.

fromAdweek

Trump DOJ Upholds Google Must Divest Chrome to Resolve Search Monopoly Case

The DOJ is continuing its efforts to potentially break up Google, targeting its Chrome browser and Android in the ongoing antitrust case.

Risking Trump's Ire, E.U. Accuses Apple and Google of Unfair Practices

EU regulators are intensifying actions against Apple and Google for violations of the Digital Markets Act.

fromwww.theguardian.com

EU accuses Google and Apple of breaking its rules, risking Trump clash

The EU has launched enforcement actions against Google and Apple for breaches of the Digital Markets Act.

DOJ Reinforces Demand to Break Up Google's Search Monopoly

The Justice Department is pursuing a breakup of Google, signaling aggressive antitrust action against monopolistic practices.

Tech industry

fromArs Technica

Google tells Trump's DOJ that forcing a Chrome sale would harm national security

The government aims to limit Google's AI investments, raising national security concerns.

Shifts in DOJ leadership may influence regulatory actions against Google.

fromZDNET

Trump's DoJ keeps pushing for Google to get rid of Chrome

Trump's administration has shifted enforcement actions against tech firms, pausing certain lawsuits while continuing scrutiny of Google's market power.

fromAdweek

Trump DOJ Upholds Google Must Divest Chrome to Resolve Search Monopoly Case

The DOJ is continuing its efforts to potentially break up Google, targeting its Chrome browser and Android in the ongoing antitrust case.

Risking Trump's Ire, E.U. Accuses Apple and Google of Unfair Practices

EU regulators are intensifying actions against Apple and Google for violations of the Digital Markets Act.

fromwww.theguardian.com

EU accuses Google and Apple of breaking its rules, risking Trump clash

The EU has launched enforcement actions against Google and Apple for breaches of the Digital Markets Act.

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#online-safety

Women in technology

Ofcom to shine light' on sites not doing enough to protect women and girls

The importance of on-the-ground journalism during critical societal moments.

Tech platforms will face scrutiny for inadequate online safety measures.

UK news

Molly Russell's father losing trust' in minister over online safety

The rollout of online safety laws in the UK is criticized for being slow and ineffective, risking childrenâs well-being.

Families affected by online harm are frustrated with the government's lack of action on tech regulations.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Privacy technologies

New proposed law would require Apple and Google to verify your age before letting you into their app stores

Women in technology

Ofcom to shine light' on sites not doing enough to protect women and girls

The importance of on-the-ground journalism during critical societal moments.

Tech platforms will face scrutiny for inadequate online safety measures.

UK news

Molly Russell's father losing trust' in minister over online safety

The rollout of online safety laws in the UK is criticized for being slow and ineffective, risking childrenâs well-being.

Families affected by online harm are frustrated with the government's lack of action on tech regulations.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Privacy technologies

New proposed law would require Apple and Google to verify your age before letting you into their app stores

more#online-safety

fromWillamette Week

An Oregon Senate Bill Would Make Tech Giants Share Their Wealth With the News Business

Senate Bill 686 aims to mandate compensation for local news organizations from Google and Facebook for the content they use, addressing the decline in local journalism.

SF politics

FTC Sues Uber Over Billing for Its Uber One Subscription Service

FTC sues Uber over deceptive billing for Uber One subscription service.

US politics

fromTheregister

Trump fires two remaining Democratic FTC commissioners

Trump's firing of FTC's last two Democratic commissioners may lead to significant regulatory shifts affecting tech companies and labor rights.

FTC Sues Uber Over Billing for Its Uber One Subscription Service

FTC sues Uber over deceptive billing for Uber One subscription service.

US politics

fromTheregister

Trump fires two remaining Democratic FTC commissioners

Trump's firing of FTC's last two Democratic commissioners may lead to significant regulatory shifts affecting tech companies and labor rights.

Meta's Antitrust Trial to Put Mark Zuckerberg, Serial Witness, to the Test Again

Zuckerberg's repeated congressional testimonies reflect escalating concern over Big Tech's influence and antitrust practices.

Labour grandee Harriet Harman calls on Starmer to ban smartphones in schools

"At a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story."

UK politics

fromThe Moscow Times

Russian Lawmakers Pass Bill Banning Advertising on 'Extremist' Platforms Like Facebook and Instagram - The Moscow Times

Lawmakers in Russia's State Duma have passed a bill that bans advertising through organizations labeled "undesirable" or "extremist," impacting platforms like Facebook and Instagram.

Social media marketing

London startup

fromTechRepublic

Intellectual property law

Fears Grow Over Delay of UK AI Safety Bill to Appease Trump Camp

The U.K. AI Safety Bill faces delays amid concerns of political influences and alignment with U.S. views against regulation.

#section-230

Why the internet still needs Section 230

Section 230 is essential for internet innovation and free speech, countering claims that it hinders moderation or competition.

Intellectual property law

Lawmakers are trying to repeal Section 230 again

Bipartisan efforts are underway to repeal Section 230, a law providing legal immunity to tech platforms since 1996.

Why the internet still needs Section 230

Section 230 is essential for internet innovation and free speech, countering claims that it hinders moderation or competition.

Lawmakers are trying to repeal Section 230 again

Bipartisan efforts are underway to repeal Section 230, a law providing legal immunity to tech platforms since 1996.

more#section-230

Social media marketing

fromChicago Tribune

1 year ago

Kristin Bride and Maurine Molak: Will Congress finally act to protect kids from the harms of social media?

Tech CEOs will face Congress over children's safety.

Parents demand action following tragedies linked to social media.

The Kids Online Safety Act is essential for protecting minors.

Apple

fromTechCrunch

Apple loses appeal against Germany's special abuse control for Big Tech | TechCrunch

Apple lost an appeal against competition controls in Germany, affirming the regulatory designation by the Federal Cartel Office.

California's online child safety law blocked by judge - again

California's online child safety law is blocked again due to concerns about First Amendment violations and its vague requirements on technology platforms.

US politics