#licensing-issues
#licensing-issues

Carnival sound system banned after bottle attack

The Volcano Sound System's licence was revoked due to a serious assault during last year's Notting Hill Carnival.

London politics

Notting Hill Carnival sound system team banned after man seriously injured and left in street

Volcano Sound System banned from Notting Hill Carnival following a serious incident involving a vulnerable party-goer being attacked and left unaided.

London politics

fromwww.bbc.com

Carnival sound system banned after bottle attack

The Volcano Sound System's licence was revoked due to a serious assault during last year's Notting Hill Carnival.

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London politics

Notting Hill Carnival sound system team banned after man seriously injured and left in street

Volcano Sound System banned from Notting Hill Carnival following a serious incident involving a vulnerable party-goer being attacked and left unaided.

#nightlife

London

Sadiq Khan: London's nightlife problems 'not a question of Nimbyism' amid concerns strict licensing harming venues

Sir Sadiq Khan believes London's nightlife challenges are more complex than just Nimbyism, reflecting lifestyle changes and planning policies post-pandemic.

London politics

Hackney Council blocks Shoreditch nightclub mogul's bid to open new venue over crime fears

Khan's application to open a bar faced strong local opposition due to past management issues and concerns about community impact.

London

Sadiq Khan: London's nightlife problems 'not a question of Nimbyism' amid concerns strict licensing harming venues

Sir Sadiq Khan believes London's nightlife challenges are more complex than just Nimbyism, reflecting lifestyle changes and planning policies post-pandemic.

London politics

Hackney Council blocks Shoreditch nightclub mogul's bid to open new venue over crime fears

Khan's application to open a bar faced strong local opposition due to past management issues and concerns about community impact.

more#nightlife

#open-source

Artificial intelligence

'Open' model licenses often carry concerning restrictions | TechCrunch

Gemma 3's licensing poses significant legal risks for commercial use, raising concerns among developers about long-term viability.

6 months ago

Startup companies

Y Combinator is being criticized after it backed an AI startup that admits it basically cloned another AI startup | TechCrunch

PearAI initially mismanaged an open-source license, leading to controversy and an apology from the founder, who acknowledged the mistake and corrected the license.

fromZDNET

DevOps

5 biggest Linux and open-source stories of 2024: From AI arguments to security close calls

The year 2024 highlighted both advancements and concerning shifts in the open-source software landscape.

Artificial intelligence

'Open' model licenses often carry concerning restrictions | TechCrunch

Gemma 3's licensing poses significant legal risks for commercial use, raising concerns among developers about long-term viability.

Startup companies

6 months ago

Y Combinator is being criticized after it backed an AI startup that admits it basically cloned another AI startup | TechCrunch

PearAI initially mismanaged an open-source license, leading to controversy and an apology from the founder, who acknowledged the mistake and corrected the license.

fromZDNET

DevOps

5 biggest Linux and open-source stories of 2024: From AI arguments to security close calls

The year 2024 highlighted both advancements and concerning shifts in the open-source software landscape.

New Brunswick driver gets a $4,600 fine for an accident that happened 65 years ago | CBC News

An 85-year-old man's license was suspended due to a decades-old uninsured accident claim he cannot recall.

fromBBC News

Miscellaneous

Lincs and Notts Air Ambulance boss urges flights despite ban

The Lincs and Notts Air Ambulance Grounded Over Licence Issue Amid Patient Safety Concerns.

Java

fromTechzine Global

88% of Oracle Java customers are considering leaving

Companies are increasingly seeking alternatives to Oracle Java due to rising costs and restrictive policies.

fromTheregister

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Tech industry

Microsoft investigating 365 Office activation gremlin

There is an ongoing activation issue in Microsoft 365 Office triggered by licensing changes by administrators.

#groucho-club

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

Miscellaneous

The Groucho Club to reopen in January following rape accusation

The Groucho Club's license was reinstated with conditions to improve safety following serious allegations of a rape incident.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

London

Man arrested on suspicion of rape at the Groucho Club in London

A man has been arrested on suspicion of rape at The Groucho Club in London, leading to a suspension of its operating license.

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

Miscellaneous

The Groucho Club to reopen in January following rape accusation

The Groucho Club's license was reinstated with conditions to improve safety following serious allegations of a rape incident.

London

Man arrested on suspicion of rape at the Groucho Club in London

A man has been arrested on suspicion of rape at The Groucho Club in London, leading to a suspension of its operating license.

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fromKotaku

Video games

Xbox Game Pass Subscribers Are Losing Big This Month

Xbox Game Pass is removing several major titles, including Forza Horizon 4 due to licensing issues.

Java

fromTheregister

Oracle Java licensing question is one for CIOs

CIOs must address significant cost increases in Oracle Java licensing and consider alternatives to save costs.