Will the UK enter a recession after Britain's GDP shrinks unexpectedly?The importance of quality journalism amidst critical issues in society.
Government betraying children by gutting smartphone Bill, MPs toldThe Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism to inform on critical contemporary issues.
Family of man killed by drunk driver out on bail call for tougher lawsRoadside saliva tests are essential for promptly prosecuting dangerous drivers under the influence.
Britain won't hesitate to respond' to Trump steel tariffs, minister warnsThe Independent emphasizes the critical role of journalism in confronting current issues and the impact of US tariffs on UK trade relations.
Criminals using AI images to extort children, new NSPCC chief warnsGenerative AI poses new and significant risks for children, surpassing even social media threats according to NSPCC's CEO.
Russia warns Starmer's peacekeeping troops plan would amount to direct war'The Independent focuses on unbiased reporting and accessibility in journalism, especially concerning pressing issues like reproductive rights and international conflict.
Will the UK enter a recession after Britain's GDP shrinks unexpectedly?The importance of quality journalism amidst critical issues in society.
Government betraying children by gutting smartphone Bill, MPs toldThe Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism to inform on critical contemporary issues.
Family of man killed by drunk driver out on bail call for tougher lawsRoadside saliva tests are essential for promptly prosecuting dangerous drivers under the influence.
Britain won't hesitate to respond' to Trump steel tariffs, minister warnsThe Independent emphasizes the critical role of journalism in confronting current issues and the impact of US tariffs on UK trade relations.
Criminals using AI images to extort children, new NSPCC chief warnsGenerative AI poses new and significant risks for children, surpassing even social media threats according to NSPCC's CEO.
Russia warns Starmer's peacekeeping troops plan would amount to direct war'The Independent focuses on unbiased reporting and accessibility in journalism, especially concerning pressing issues like reproductive rights and international conflict.
How Europe Could Fight Back Against Trump's TariffsEuropean officials discuss trade barriers against U.S. services amidst escalating trade tensions.The EU considers using an anti-coercion instrument, a major policy tool, against U.S. tech and financial institutions.
FTC to grill Mark Zuckerberg at antitrust trial as it seeks Instagram breakup amid Big Tech crackdownThe FTC is intensifying scrutiny of Meta, with Mark Zuckerberg testifying in an antitrust trial focused on Instagram's acquisition.
Rep. Jordan to YouTube: Do A Meta and "Restore Free Speech"Meta has relaxed content moderation policies, but scrutiny from conservatives continues, particularly against other Big Tech like Google, regarding censorship.
Exclusive | European Union to slap Meta with fine up to $1B or more for breaching strict antitrust rules: sourcesEU fines Meta over $1 billion for violating antitrust rules, underlining enforcement of the Digital Markets Act.
Meta trying to persuade Trump to fight European Union's looming antitrust fineMeta is seeking intervention from the Trump administration to contest severe EU antitrust penalties.
Apple, Meta face modest fines as EU seeks to avoid US spatEU regulators are set to impose fines on Apple and Meta for competition rule violations, with Apple facing escalating penalties.
FTC to grill Mark Zuckerberg at antitrust trial as it seeks Instagram breakup amid Big Tech crackdownThe FTC is intensifying scrutiny of Meta, with Mark Zuckerberg testifying in an antitrust trial focused on Instagram's acquisition.
Rep. Jordan to YouTube: Do A Meta and "Restore Free Speech"Meta has relaxed content moderation policies, but scrutiny from conservatives continues, particularly against other Big Tech like Google, regarding censorship.
Exclusive | European Union to slap Meta with fine up to $1B or more for breaching strict antitrust rules: sourcesEU fines Meta over $1 billion for violating antitrust rules, underlining enforcement of the Digital Markets Act.
Meta trying to persuade Trump to fight European Union's looming antitrust fineMeta is seeking intervention from the Trump administration to contest severe EU antitrust penalties.
Apple, Meta face modest fines as EU seeks to avoid US spatEU regulators are set to impose fines on Apple and Meta for competition rule violations, with Apple facing escalating penalties.
Fire the unelected social media dictators: Doctorow on tech and US politicsBig Tech's influence on US politics raises concerns about democracy and free speech.
UK online safety law Musk hates kicks in today, and so far, Trump can't stop itThe UK's Online Safety Act risks severe penalties for Big Tech non-compliance, including jail time for executives and fines based on global revenue.
AI megaprojects come with hidden costsElon Musk's AI startup xAI is quietly expanding with a new data center in Atlanta, amidst a broader trend of AI infrastructure growth.
Fire the unelected social media dictators: Doctorow on tech and US politicsBig Tech's influence on US politics raises concerns about democracy and free speech.
UK online safety law Musk hates kicks in today, and so far, Trump can't stop itThe UK's Online Safety Act risks severe penalties for Big Tech non-compliance, including jail time for executives and fines based on global revenue.
AI megaprojects come with hidden costsElon Musk's AI startup xAI is quietly expanding with a new data center in Atlanta, amidst a broader trend of AI infrastructure growth.
Trump's confusing crusade against Big TechThe Trump administration's approach to TikTok reflects a broader ambivalence towards regulating Big Tech while engaging with its executives.
Apple may evade an EU fine over iOS browser optionsApple may avoid a fine in the EU investigations regarding user browser and search engine choice as it complies with the Digital Markets Act rules.
Trump's confusing crusade against Big TechThe Trump administration's approach to TikTok reflects a broader ambivalence towards regulating Big Tech while engaging with its executives.
Apple may evade an EU fine over iOS browser optionsApple may avoid a fine in the EU investigations regarding user browser and search engine choice as it complies with the Digital Markets Act rules.
Section 230 faces bipartisan repeal effort. Experts say it's a risky betSection 230's repeal is being pushed by bipartisan senators, reflecting ongoing frustration over Big Tech's accountability.Experts caution that repealing Section 230 without a clear alternative could backfire.
230 Protects Users, Not Big TechSection 230 is crucial for protecting free speech and empowering users on the internet.
Section 230 faces bipartisan repeal effort. Experts say it's a risky betSection 230's repeal is being pushed by bipartisan senators, reflecting ongoing frustration over Big Tech's accountability.Experts caution that repealing Section 230 without a clear alternative could backfire.
230 Protects Users, Not Big TechSection 230 is crucial for protecting free speech and empowering users on the internet.
How to Avoid US-Based Digital Services-and Why You Might Want ToBig Tech's collaboration with the Trump administration raises significant privacy and civil liberties concerns.Many users are considering moving their digital lives to non-US services amid these worries.
From code to the cockpit: Big Tech expats chart bold new career pathsLaid-off Big Tech professionals are finding high demand for their skills in non-tech industries.AI is reshaping the job landscape rather than eliminating tech jobs entirely.
Feds drop bid to make Google sell AI investments - but still seek sale of ChromeThe DOJ has dropped a proposal requiring Google to divest AI investments but continues to challenge its search monopoly.
How the US tech industry is shaping the transition to green energyBig tech companies are increasingly investing in renewable energy to meet the growing energy demands of AI technologies.
House GOP subpoenas Big Tech for evidence that Biden made AI wokeRep. Jim Jordan is investigating Big Tech for alleged bias against conservatives regarding AI censorship.
Feds drop bid to make Google sell AI investments - but still seek sale of ChromeThe DOJ has dropped a proposal requiring Google to divest AI investments but continues to challenge its search monopoly.
How the US tech industry is shaping the transition to green energyBig tech companies are increasingly investing in renewable energy to meet the growing energy demands of AI technologies.
House GOP subpoenas Big Tech for evidence that Biden made AI wokeRep. Jim Jordan is investigating Big Tech for alleged bias against conservatives regarding AI censorship.
AI companies are copying each other's homework to make cheap modelsThe cost of AI development is decreasing significantly, thanks to techniques like distillation.
Don't buy Big Tech's 'we need to steal to beat China in AI' bullBig Tech companies are seeking to relax copyright laws to use copyrighted materials for AI training without compensation.
AI companies are copying each other's homework to make cheap modelsThe cost of AI development is decreasing significantly, thanks to techniques like distillation.
Don't buy Big Tech's 'we need to steal to beat China in AI' bullBig Tech companies are seeking to relax copyright laws to use copyrighted materials for AI training without compensation.
The FTC has removed all business blog posts from the Biden administrationThe FTC has deleted all posts from Biden's term, raising concerns over transparency and compliance expectations in consumer protection.
FTC removes posts critical of big tech from its website | TechCrunchThe FTC has removed over 300 critical blog posts against Big Tech under former chair Lina Khan.The deletions reflect a shift in regulatory vigilance towards corporations.
The FTC has removed all business blog posts from the Biden administrationThe FTC has deleted all posts from Biden's term, raising concerns over transparency and compliance expectations in consumer protection.
FTC removes posts critical of big tech from its website | TechCrunchThe FTC has removed over 300 critical blog posts against Big Tech under former chair Lina Khan.The deletions reflect a shift in regulatory vigilance towards corporations.
Marc Benioff, Ray Dalio, and the cofounder of Alibaba talk US and China AIAI advancements in the US and China are sparking critical discussions regarding Big Tech's spending and the role of open-source models in innovation.
Google, OpenAI want 'license to steal' from publishers with AI proposals, newspapers warn in scathing editorialBig Tech is advocating for changes to copyright laws to benefit AI model training, alarming publishers and creatives.
Google has given Anthropic more funding than previously known, show new filings | TechCrunchAnthropic's independence is questioned after the revelation that Google owns a 14% stake and has invested over $3 billion to date.
Marc Benioff, Ray Dalio, and the cofounder of Alibaba talk US and China AIAI advancements in the US and China are sparking critical discussions regarding Big Tech's spending and the role of open-source models in innovation.
Google, OpenAI want 'license to steal' from publishers with AI proposals, newspapers warn in scathing editorialBig Tech is advocating for changes to copyright laws to benefit AI model training, alarming publishers and creatives.
Google has given Anthropic more funding than previously known, show new filings | TechCrunchAnthropic's independence is questioned after the revelation that Google owns a 14% stake and has invested over $3 billion to date.
5 wild things quantum computing could unlock now that Big Tech believes a breakthrough is within reachBig Tech is heavily investing in quantum computing, aiming for commercial relevance and significant advancements across various sectors.
VCs have poured billions into a nascent nuclear technology - these are the 4 companies to watchBig Tech is exploring small modular reactors (SMRs) for sustainable AI energy solutions, despite uncertainties regarding their effectiveness and power generation capacity.
Did we all just forget diverse tech teams are successful ones?Big tech firms are scaling back diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs due to political pressure, raising concerns about representation.
Republican Congressman Jim Jordan asks Big Tech if Biden tried to censor AI | TechCrunchHouse Republicans are investigating alleged AI censorship by tech companies in collusion with the Biden Administration.
Did we all just forget diverse tech teams are successful ones?Big tech firms are scaling back diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs due to political pressure, raising concerns about representation.
Republican Congressman Jim Jordan asks Big Tech if Biden tried to censor AI | TechCrunchHouse Republicans are investigating alleged AI censorship by tech companies in collusion with the Biden Administration.
Big Tech is striking secret deals to make you foot its electricity bill, Harvard researchers sayBig Tech's secret power deals with utilities may raise electricity costs for consumers, necessitating scrutiny of these contracts.Data centers' electricity use could surge to 12% of U.S. power by 2028.
Y Combinator urges the White House to support Europe's Digital Markets Act | TechCrunchY Combinator urges support for Europe's Digital Markets Act to enhance competition and innovation in the U.S. tech ecosystem.
Technofascism and the AI Stage of Late CapitalismBig Tech companies have strategically repositioned to leverage generative AI, but the actual utility and value of these technologies remain uncertain.
House Republicans subpoena Google over alleged censorshipGoogle faces scrutiny from Congress over alleged censorship and communications with the Biden administration.The House Judiciary Committee is investigating potential executive branch influence over Big Tech.
The Rundown: The DOJ still urges forced Chrome sale in antitrust trialBig Tech's political influence seems waning as Google's antitrust measures face serious legal challenges.Recent court rulings illustrate that Google must divest Chrome and alter business practices.
House Republicans subpoena Google over alleged censorshipGoogle faces scrutiny from Congress over alleged censorship and communications with the Biden administration.The House Judiciary Committee is investigating potential executive branch influence over Big Tech.
The Rundown: The DOJ still urges forced Chrome sale in antitrust trialBig Tech's political influence seems waning as Google's antitrust measures face serious legal challenges.Recent court rulings illustrate that Google must divest Chrome and alter business practices.
Tech giants are complicit in an anti-climate agenda. Employees should be speaking upBig Tech is reevaluating climate commitments, moving towards fossil fuels amid shifting political climates.
House panel subpoenas Google parent Alphabet over content moderation during Biden yearsHouse Judiciary Committee subpoenas Alphabet for communications regarding content moderation with the Biden administration.
WTF are JBPs?Joint Business Plans are becoming essential in the evolving online ad industry to maintain competitiveness and adapt to slowing growth rates.
Big Tech is now slightly less silent on Trump's tariffsBig Tech companies are mostly silent about the impact of President Trump's tariffs on their businesses.