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The TikTok ban is worse than you think and will cost Americans billions - what you need to know

The TikTok ban could severely disrupt American small businesses and creators reliant on the platform.
#australia

Australia to force tech giants to pay for news media DW 12/12/2024

Australia proposes to enforce payment from tech giants to local media for news content, addressing revenue disparity.

Australia to slap tech giants like Google, Meta with fees if they don't pay news companies for content

Australia is enforcing a rule for tech firms to pay media companies for using their content.
The rule aims to enhance funding for quality journalism in Australia.

Australia to force tech giants to pay for news media DW 12/12/2024

Australia proposes to enforce payment from tech giants to local media for news content, addressing revenue disparity.

Australia to slap tech giants like Google, Meta with fees if they don't pay news companies for content

Australia is enforcing a rule for tech firms to pay media companies for using their content.
The rule aims to enhance funding for quality journalism in Australia.
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#user-rights

How to Opt Out of A.I. Online

Instagram users are expressing concern over AI privacy rights, but simply sharing memes does not provide any legal protection.

A Fundamental-Rights Centered EU Digital Policy: EFF's Recommendations 2024-2029

The EU should implement tech policies that protect user rights and foster fair competition globally.

How to Opt Out of A.I. Online

Instagram users are expressing concern over AI privacy rights, but simply sharing memes does not provide any legal protection.

A Fundamental-Rights Centered EU Digital Policy: EFF's Recommendations 2024-2029

The EU should implement tech policies that protect user rights and foster fair competition globally.
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#microsoft

After Google, Microsoft is now also facing an FTC antitrust probe

The imminent U.S. judicial decision could lead to major changes for Google and Microsoft amid ongoing antitrust scrutiny.

Biden Administration Sprints to Tie Up Tech Loose Ends

Lina Khan leads FTC in aggressive antitrust investigations against tech giants like Microsoft as Biden administration approaches end.
Stricter regulations are being established to finalize ongoing investigations before the incoming Trump administration.

Microsoft faces 1B cloud licensing lawsuit in the UK

Microsoft faces a £1bn lawsuit in the UK over alleged anti-competitive licensing practices linked to its cloud services.

After Google, Microsoft is now also facing an FTC antitrust probe

The imminent U.S. judicial decision could lead to major changes for Google and Microsoft amid ongoing antitrust scrutiny.

Biden Administration Sprints to Tie Up Tech Loose Ends

Lina Khan leads FTC in aggressive antitrust investigations against tech giants like Microsoft as Biden administration approaches end.
Stricter regulations are being established to finalize ongoing investigations before the incoming Trump administration.

Microsoft faces 1B cloud licensing lawsuit in the UK

Microsoft faces a £1bn lawsuit in the UK over alleged anti-competitive licensing practices linked to its cloud services.
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Trump Names Top Silicon Valley Conservative to Oversee Crypto and A.I.

David Sacks has been appointed as the A.I. and Crypto Czar by President-elect Trump, indicating a less regulated tech environment.
#antitrust

What is Google without Chrome? DW 11/20/2024

Google's monopoly on the search market was deemed illegal, leading to potential divestitures of its Chrome browser and other services.

DOJ Considering Breaking Up Google After Monopoly Ruling: Report

The DOJ is considering breaking up Google after a judge ruled it has an illegal monopoly.
Several options are on the table, including fines and data-sharing with rivals.

Google DOJ Monopoly Ruling Remedy May Result In Breakup

The DOJ is considering breaking up Google in response to antitrust rulings, aiming to reshape its market dominance.

DOJ weighs suggesting Google breakup as "remedy" to search monopoly after landmark case

The DOJ is considering sanctions against Google, including a potential breakup, due to illegal monopoly practices in online search.

U.S. Proposes Breakup of Google to Fix Search Monopoly

The Justice Department aims to force Google to sell Chrome to correct its illegal monopoly in search.

DOJ mulls Google breakup over monopoly concerns: report

The DOJ is considering breaking up Google due to its illegal monopoly over online searches.

What is Google without Chrome? DW 11/20/2024

Google's monopoly on the search market was deemed illegal, leading to potential divestitures of its Chrome browser and other services.

DOJ Considering Breaking Up Google After Monopoly Ruling: Report

The DOJ is considering breaking up Google after a judge ruled it has an illegal monopoly.
Several options are on the table, including fines and data-sharing with rivals.

Google DOJ Monopoly Ruling Remedy May Result In Breakup

The DOJ is considering breaking up Google in response to antitrust rulings, aiming to reshape its market dominance.

DOJ weighs suggesting Google breakup as "remedy" to search monopoly after landmark case

The DOJ is considering sanctions against Google, including a potential breakup, due to illegal monopoly practices in online search.

U.S. Proposes Breakup of Google to Fix Search Monopoly

The Justice Department aims to force Google to sell Chrome to correct its illegal monopoly in search.

DOJ mulls Google breakup over monopoly concerns: report

The DOJ is considering breaking up Google due to its illegal monopoly over online searches.
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Trump nominates big tech critic Brendan Carr to chair telecommunications regulator

Brendan Carr criticized Biden's telecom policies and advocates for restoring free speech rights while regulating tech companies and foreign telecom influence.
#meta

Meta Fined $840 Million in Europe for Boosting Marketplace Unfairly

Meta was fined $840 million by the E.U. for unfair competition practices with Facebook Marketplace.

EU to investigate Meta over election misinformation ahead of June polls

The European Union has initiated formal procedures against Meta for not doing enough to combat disinformation ahead of the EU elections in June.

Meta Fined $840 Million in Europe for Boosting Marketplace Unfairly

Meta was fined $840 million by the E.U. for unfair competition practices with Facebook Marketplace.

EU to investigate Meta over election misinformation ahead of June polls

The European Union has initiated formal procedures against Meta for not doing enough to combat disinformation ahead of the EU elections in June.
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What a second Trump presidency means for tech

Trump's second presidency will face a drastically changed tech landscape with shifting dynamics in regulation and industry relationship.
Tech industry executives have become more apolitical while lobbying behind the scenes, reflecting on the challenges faced during the last eight years.
#apple

Google and Apple Face Billions in Penalties After Losing E.U. Appeals

The European Union's court rulings reflect a significant shift towards stricter regulation of the technology industry, particularly targeting Apple and Google.

Apple to be fined for breaching EU's Digital Markets Act, Bloomberg reports | TechCrunch

Apple is set to face the first fine under the EU's Digital Markets Act for its App Store practices.

Jon Stewart says Apple told him not to interview FTC chair Lina Khan

Jon Stewart accused Apple of preventing him from interviewing FTC chair Lina Khan on his show and podcast.
Stewart and Khan discussed the concentration of power in tech companies and the need for antitrust laws to prevent economic monopolies.

Google and Apple Face Billions in Penalties After Losing E.U. Appeals

The European Union's court rulings reflect a significant shift towards stricter regulation of the technology industry, particularly targeting Apple and Google.

Apple to be fined for breaching EU's Digital Markets Act, Bloomberg reports | TechCrunch

Apple is set to face the first fine under the EU's Digital Markets Act for its App Store practices.

Jon Stewart says Apple told him not to interview FTC chair Lina Khan

Jon Stewart accused Apple of preventing him from interviewing FTC chair Lina Khan on his show and podcast.
Stewart and Khan discussed the concentration of power in tech companies and the need for antitrust laws to prevent economic monopolies.
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New, strengthened Online Safety Act needed to protect children, charity says

Strengthening the Online Safety Bill is essential for better protection of children online, as current regulations are seen as insufficient.
#legislation

Pelosi blasts California bill that would regulate artificial intelligence: 'ill-informed'

Rep. Pelosi opposes California's SB 1047, arguing it may hamper AI innovation despite its consumer protection intentions.

Google DeepMind director calls for clarity and consistency in AI regulations

The call for consensus on AI safety standards emphasizes the need for responsible and human-centric artificial intelligence development.

AI? New jobs? California's local news deal with Google leaves lots of unanswered questions

California's effort to force big tech to pay local news fell apart due to lobbying and divisions in the news industry.
A new nonbinding agreement with Google aims to provide $125 million to local journalism, but lacks enforceable commitments.

The controversial bill that could ban TikTok faces a rocky road in the Senate | TechCrunch

TikTok bill passed House of Representatives quickly
Senate's stance on TikTok bill uncertain

Newsom Signs Bill That Adds Protections for Children on Social Media

California legislation aims to combat social media addiction among minors by enforcing chronological post order and restricting notifications.
Social media addiction impacts adolescents' mental health, prompting state action against tech companies.

Surgeon general's social media warning raises eyebrows

A warning label on social media may be ineffective and easily disregarded, similar to explicit music lyric notices.

Pelosi blasts California bill that would regulate artificial intelligence: 'ill-informed'

Rep. Pelosi opposes California's SB 1047, arguing it may hamper AI innovation despite its consumer protection intentions.

Google DeepMind director calls for clarity and consistency in AI regulations

The call for consensus on AI safety standards emphasizes the need for responsible and human-centric artificial intelligence development.

AI? New jobs? California's local news deal with Google leaves lots of unanswered questions

California's effort to force big tech to pay local news fell apart due to lobbying and divisions in the news industry.
A new nonbinding agreement with Google aims to provide $125 million to local journalism, but lacks enforceable commitments.

The controversial bill that could ban TikTok faces a rocky road in the Senate | TechCrunch

TikTok bill passed House of Representatives quickly
Senate's stance on TikTok bill uncertain

Newsom Signs Bill That Adds Protections for Children on Social Media

California legislation aims to combat social media addiction among minors by enforcing chronological post order and restricting notifications.
Social media addiction impacts adolescents' mental health, prompting state action against tech companies.

Surgeon general's social media warning raises eyebrows

A warning label on social media may be ineffective and easily disregarded, similar to explicit music lyric notices.
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#social-media

The Battle Over Who Controls the Internet

Governments are increasingly asserting control over tech companies, particularly in regulating online content and responding to disinformation.
Musk's social network faced government action in Brazil, revealing tensions between freedom of speech and regulatory compliance.

The Morning After: US Surgeon General says social media needs warning labels like cigarettes

Social media can negatively impact teen mental health, leading to anxiety, depression, and body image issues.

Op-ed | Congress must avoid undermining online small business success | amNewYork

Small businesses are turning to digital platforms like Facebook and Instagram for growth and reach amid challenges.
Small business owners fear their voices will be overlooked as Congress considers tech regulation.
Targeted advertising on social media is crucial for small businesses' success and global expansion.

The Battle Over Who Controls the Internet

Governments are increasingly asserting control over tech companies, particularly in regulating online content and responding to disinformation.
Musk's social network faced government action in Brazil, revealing tensions between freedom of speech and regulatory compliance.

The Morning After: US Surgeon General says social media needs warning labels like cigarettes

Social media can negatively impact teen mental health, leading to anxiety, depression, and body image issues.

Op-ed | Congress must avoid undermining online small business success | amNewYork

Small businesses are turning to digital platforms like Facebook and Instagram for growth and reach amid challenges.
Small business owners fear their voices will be overlooked as Congress considers tech regulation.
Targeted advertising on social media is crucial for small businesses' success and global expansion.
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How to watch the vice presidential debate between Tim Walz and JD Vance

Walz and Vance represent contrasting views on tech regulation and policy as they vie for the vice presidency.

Google CEO Sundar Pichai announces $120M fund for global AI education | TechCrunch

AI is a transformative technology with the potential to enhance various global sectors.
Google aims to bridge the 'AI divide' with a $120 million fund for education.
Smart regulation is necessary to mitigate AI's risks and maximize its benefits.

Analysis: With Breton out, von der Leyen tightens grip on power

Breton's resignation highlights tensions within the European Commission and sets a complex tone for von der Leyen's upcoming term.
#competition

The Stack: X's Launches and Losses; Latest Legal Matters in Ad Tech - ExchangeWire.com

X faces backlash and legal challenges over content compliance in Brazil and expands with a CTV app.
Yelp accuses Google of monopolistic practices in search.

'Pro-competition' rules for Big Tech make it through UK's pre-election wash-up | TechCrunch

The UK's Digital Markets, Competition, and Consumer bill (DMCC) will enhance competition watchdog powers, enabling penalties up to 10% global annual turnover for Big Tech breaches.

The Stack: X's Launches and Losses; Latest Legal Matters in Ad Tech - ExchangeWire.com

X faces backlash and legal challenges over content compliance in Brazil and expands with a CTV app.
Yelp accuses Google of monopolistic practices in search.

'Pro-competition' rules for Big Tech make it through UK's pre-election wash-up | TechCrunch

The UK's Digital Markets, Competition, and Consumer bill (DMCC) will enhance competition watchdog powers, enabling penalties up to 10% global annual turnover for Big Tech breaches.
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#pavel-durov

A dangerous precedent? Telegram CEO Pavel Durov's arrest stokes speech war

Tech founder Pavel Durov's arrest in France sparks debate over online platform responsibility for user speech.
The legal implications of Durov's case question existing norms regarding tech company accountability.
Global leaders are increasingly scrutinizing tech companies in response to criminal activities facilitated by their platforms.

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov hits out at misguided' arrest

Durov believes that French charges against him threaten innovation by personalizing liability for third-party misuse on platforms.

A dangerous precedent? Telegram CEO Pavel Durov's arrest stokes speech war

Tech founder Pavel Durov's arrest in France sparks debate over online platform responsibility for user speech.
The legal implications of Durov's case question existing norms regarding tech company accountability.
Global leaders are increasingly scrutinizing tech companies in response to criminal activities facilitated by their platforms.

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov hits out at misguided' arrest

Durov believes that French charges against him threaten innovation by personalizing liability for third-party misuse on platforms.
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#google

Google monopoly ruling: where the tech giant goes from here

US judge rules Google is a monopoly, with 90% market share in search engines, justifying consumer protection against tech giants.

Big Tech Likes California's AI Content Deal, but Journalists Disagree

Google's deal with California to fund local journalism is viewed as a tactical move that ultimately favors the tech company over actual media support.

Google monopoly ruling: where the tech giant goes from here

US judge rules Google is a monopoly, with 90% market share in search engines, justifying consumer protection against tech giants.

Big Tech Likes California's AI Content Deal, but Journalists Disagree

Google's deal with California to fund local journalism is viewed as a tactical move that ultimately favors the tech company over actual media support.
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US Ponders Breaking Up Google, Bloomberg News Reports

The U.S. Department of Justice is considering breaking up Alphabet's Google following an illegal monopolization ruling.
#bipartisan-support

Why a landmark kids online safety bill that just passed the Senate is still deeply divisive

Senate passed bills KOSA and COPPA 2.0 to regulate tech companies and child safety with bipartisan support.
COPPA 2.0 updates privacy protections for children by including users up to 17 and biometric indicators.
KOSA remains contentious while COPPA 2.0 receives broader approval, showcasing the divide in the tech community.

TikTok Broke the Tech Law Logjam. Can That Success Be Repeated?

The swift passage of TikTok legislation marks a rare bipartisan moment with momentum building for further tech regulation.

Why a landmark kids online safety bill that just passed the Senate is still deeply divisive

Senate passed bills KOSA and COPPA 2.0 to regulate tech companies and child safety with bipartisan support.
COPPA 2.0 updates privacy protections for children by including users up to 17 and biometric indicators.
KOSA remains contentious while COPPA 2.0 receives broader approval, showcasing the divide in the tech community.

TikTok Broke the Tech Law Logjam. Can That Success Be Repeated?

The swift passage of TikTok legislation marks a rare bipartisan moment with momentum building for further tech regulation.
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#online-safety

The Senate just passed two landmark bills aimed at protecting minors online

The Senate passed online safety bills regulating tech companies, including KOSA and COPPA 2.0, focusing on protecting children from harmful content and revising privacy laws.

US Senate passes bill to protect children from dangerous online content

The bill aims to protect children online by holding tech companies more accountable for the harm they cause.

The Senate just passed two landmark bills aimed at protecting minors online

The Senate passed online safety bills regulating tech companies, including KOSA and COPPA 2.0, focusing on protecting children from harmful content and revising privacy laws.

US Senate passes bill to protect children from dangerous online content

The bill aims to protect children online by holding tech companies more accountable for the harm they cause.
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Facebook and Instagram face European Union scrutiny over possible breaches of digital rulebook

The European Commission is investigating Facebook and Instagram for potential violations of the EU's digital rulebook and election integrity.
#tiktok

What's going on with the new bill that could ban TikTok? | TechCrunch

Congress is considering a new bill to pressure ByteDance to sell TikTok.
The bill would make it illegal for software tied to U.S. adversaries, like TikTok, to be distributed in the country.

President Biden signs law to ban TikTok nationwide unless it is sold

President Biden signed a law giving ByteDance a year to divest from TikTok or face a nationwide ban.

What's going on with the new bill that could ban TikTok? | TechCrunch

Congress is considering a new bill to pressure ByteDance to sell TikTok.
The bill would make it illegal for software tied to U.S. adversaries, like TikTok, to be distributed in the country.

President Biden signs law to ban TikTok nationwide unless it is sold

President Biden signed a law giving ByteDance a year to divest from TikTok or face a nationwide ban.
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#european-union

Europe investigates Big Tech's use of generative AI | CNN Business

The European Union launched an investigation into Big Tech's use of AI and deepfakes, focusing on mitigation measures.
Regulators are concerned about AI disrupting elections and spreading misinformation, seeking responses from tech giants by April 5.

European Union accuses Facebook owner Meta of breaking digital rules with paid ad-free option

EU accuses Meta of breaching digital competition rules by giving users ad-free option for a fee.

Europe Stakes Claim as the World's Digital Cop

Europe implements Digital Markets Act aiming to regulate tech giants like Alphabet and Apple
Impact of European digital laws extends globally affecting digital markets and tech industry standards

Apple, Google and Meta face first formal investigations under EU's DMA | TechCrunch

The European Union announced investigations under the Digital Markets Act on Alphabet/Google, Apple, and Meta for non-compliance with ex ante competition rules.
The investigations focus on various practices including self-preferencing in search results, steering in app stores, and 'pay or consent' model used by Meta.

Europe investigates Big Tech's use of generative AI | CNN Business

The European Union launched an investigation into Big Tech's use of AI and deepfakes, focusing on mitigation measures.
Regulators are concerned about AI disrupting elections and spreading misinformation, seeking responses from tech giants by April 5.

European Union accuses Facebook owner Meta of breaking digital rules with paid ad-free option

EU accuses Meta of breaching digital competition rules by giving users ad-free option for a fee.

Europe Stakes Claim as the World's Digital Cop

Europe implements Digital Markets Act aiming to regulate tech giants like Alphabet and Apple
Impact of European digital laws extends globally affecting digital markets and tech industry standards

Apple, Google and Meta face first formal investigations under EU's DMA | TechCrunch

The European Union announced investigations under the Digital Markets Act on Alphabet/Google, Apple, and Meta for non-compliance with ex ante competition rules.
The investigations focus on various practices including self-preferencing in search results, steering in app stores, and 'pay or consent' model used by Meta.
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The Supreme Court could decide the fate of content moderation - or it could punt | TechCrunch

The Supreme Court is considering two state laws limiting social media moderation
The laws aim to prevent social media companies from banning certain content based on viewpoints.

EU Court upholds Commission decision to designate TikTok parent as gatekeeper

The EU Court of Justice upheld the European Commission's designation of Bytedance as a gatekeeper under the Digital Markets Act, reinforcing efforts to regulate dominant tech companies.
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