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WIRED
1 month ago
Tech industry

The Antitrust Case Against Apple Argues It Has a Stranglehold on the Future

The DOJ filed a strong antitrust lawsuit against Apple in a move seen as critical for the future of technology.
The case targets Apple's control over its smartphone market, alleging anti-competitive practices and the need for more innovation. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Rishi Sunak's AI plan has no teeth and once again, big tech is ready to exploit that | Georg Riekeles and Max von Thun

The British government's summit on AI failed to address the issue of reining in dominant corporations that pose a threat to safety.
The summit's achievements, such as a joint communique and voluntary agreements, lack real enforcement and give corporations a privileged role in shaping AI regulation.
Tough measures targeting corporate power, such as aggressive enforcement of competition policy and regulatory obligations, are needed to ensure AI is used in the public interest. [ more ]
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