US Investigates UK Over Alleged Backdoor Demand for Apple Data Apple, the tech giant known for its commitment to user privacy and data security, recently made headlines by withdrawing an encrypted storage feature for UK users. This decision came after reports surfaced claiming that the UK government had requested a security backdoor from Apple, which […]
Sweden considers law requiring encrypted messaging backdoors, Signal threatens to exit
Sweden Considers Law Requiring Encrypted Messaging Backdoors: Signal Threatens to Exit In the realm of digital communication, privacy and security have become paramount concerns for individuals and businesses alike. The ongoing debate between protecting sensitive data and enabling law enforcement to access crucial information has once again surfaced, this time in Sweden. The Scandinavian country […]
Trump FTC Chair Pledges to Keep Aggressive Merger Enforcement
Trump FTC Chair Pledges to Keep Aggressive Merger Enforcement The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is set to maintain its tough stance on illegal mergers under the leadership of Chairman Andrew Ferguson. In a recent announcement, Ferguson reiterated the agency’s commitment to blocking mergers that violate antitrust laws, signaling continuity with the stance adopted during the […]
Public invited to comment on FTC’s Big Tech probe
Public Invited to Comment on FTC’s Big Tech Probe The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has been making waves in the tech industry recently by questioning Big Tech companies over potential censorship and legal violations. This move has sparked a significant amount of public interest, leading the FTC to invite comments from the public on this […]
Russia denies digital rouble expiry rumours
Russia Denies Digital Rouble Expiry Rumours In recent weeks, speculation has been swirling around the alleged expiration of digital roubles in Russia. However, senior bank executive Alla Bakina has stepped forward to clarify that these rumors are unfounded. According to Bakina, digital roubles, much like physical cash, remain the property of the wallet holder and […]
Former GCHQ chief calls for transparency amid UK’s attempt to access encrypted iCloud accounts
Former GCHQ Chief Urges Transparency Amid UK’s Efforts to Access Encrypted iCloud Accounts Sir Jeremy Fleming, the former head of the Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ), recently made a compelling call for heightened transparency within intelligence agencies. This plea comes in the wake of the British government’s controversial attempt to gain access to encrypted iCloud accounts. […]
EU denies US influence over AI regulation rollback
EU Stands Firm Against US Pressure on AI Regulation The European Union has long been at the forefront of advocating for strict regulations on artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure the protection of citizens’ rights and privacy. Recently, this stance was put to the test as US Vice President JD Vance urged European lawmakers to ease […]
Jerome Powell confirms US will not issue CBDC under his leadership
Jerome Powell Confirms US Will Not Issue CBDC Under His Leadership In a recent announcement, Jerome Powell, the Chairman of the Federal Reserve, has made it clear that the United States will not be issuing a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) during his tenure. This decision comes as a confirmation of Powell’s stance on the […]
FTC names new technology chief as leadership shifts
FTC Names New Technology Chief as Leadership Shifts Big Tech regulation faces uncertainty as new FTC leadership takes over. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has recently undergone a significant change in leadership with the appointment of a new technology chief. This shift comes at a crucial time when the regulation of Big Tech companies is […]
EU lawmakers to negotiate next data protection supervisor
EU Lawmakers Gear Up to Negotiate the Next Data Protection Supervisor In the ever-changing landscape of data protection and privacy regulations, the role of the European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) holds significant importance. With the current EDPS, Wojciech Wiewiórowski, nearing the end of his term in office, EU lawmakers are now in the process of […]