Tech Giants Push Back Against Australia’s Exemption for YouTube Tech firms are up in arms over Australia’s decision to grant YouTube special treatment under the country’s upcoming stringent social media regulations. The exemption for YouTube, which is owned by Google, has sparked a heated debate among industry players and policymakers alike. With the regulations set […]
TikTok to invest $8.8 billion in Thailand data centres
TikTok’s Strategic Move: Investing $8.8 Billion in Thailand Data Centres TikTok, the popular social media platform known for its short-form mobile videos, is making significant strides in expanding its presence in the Southeast Asian region. The company recently announced its plans to invest a substantial $8.8 billion in data centres in Thailand. This strategic move […]
Google loses European court battle over Android Auto access
EU Competition Law Prevails as Google Loses European Court Battle Over Android Auto Access In a significant ruling that underscores the power of EU competition law, Google has lost a court battle over access to Android Auto. The decision not only sets a precedent but also aligns with the objectives of the Digital Markets Act, […]
Russia fines Google over YouTube content on surrendering soldiers
Russia Fines Google Over YouTube Content on Surrendering Soldiers In a recent turn of events, Russia has imposed fines on Google over the content displayed on YouTube relating to surrendering soldiers. This move comes as critics accuse Russia of deliberately slowing down access to YouTube to restrict the viewing of critical content. The fines imposed […]
South Korea halts new downloads of DeepSeek over privacy concerns
South Korea Halts New Downloads of DeepSeek Over Privacy Concerns South Korea recently made a significant move by halting new downloads of the popular mobile application DeepSeek. This decision comes as a response to growing concerns over the app’s data protection practices, particularly regarding user privacy. The South Korean government’s action sheds light on the […]
Trump reveals Microsoft in negotiations to buy TikTok
Tech Takeover Tensions: TikTok’s Future in Flux The tech world is buzzing with the latest news surrounding TikTok, the popular social media platform known for its short-form videos. President Donald Trump recently revealed that Microsoft is in negotiations to buy TikTok, adding a new layer of complexity to the already tense situation surrounding the app’s […]
Meta, X, Google join EU code to combat hate speech
Meta, X, Google Join EU Code to Combat Hate Speech In the digital age, combating hate speech online has become a critical challenge for tech companies and policymakers alike. The European Union has been at the forefront of efforts to regulate online content through initiatives like the Digital Services Act, which aims to boost the […]
Brazil’s Lula criticises Meta’s move to end US fact-checking program
Brazil’s Lula Criticizes Meta’s Move to End US Fact-Checking Program Former Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has recently criticized Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Facebook, for its decision to end a fact-checking program in the United States. This move comes amidst a warning from Judge Alexandre de Moraes to tech firms […]