Alphabet’s $75 Billion War Chest: The Battle for AI Dominance in Big Tech Alphabet, Google’s parent company, has reiterated its plan to spend around $75 billion this year. This staggering amount serves as a testament to the fierce competition and escalating arms race among tech giants for AI supremacy. As Alphabet unveils its war chest, […]
AI’s energy hunger drives nuclear energy resurgence
AI’s Energy Hunger Drives Nuclear Energy Resurgence In the ever-expanding realm of technology, artificial intelligence (AI) has taken center stage in recent years. From improving customer service with chatbots to revolutionizing healthcare with predictive analytics, AI has transformed countless industries. However, this advancement comes at a cost – an immense amount of energy. Big Tech’s […]
Apple faces EU crackdown over closed technology
Apple Faces EU Crackdown Over Closed Technology In a groundbreaking development aimed at reining in the dominance of Big Tech, the European Commission has taken a decisive step by ordering Apple to open up its closed ecosystem to competitors. This landmark decision has the potential to revolutionize the dynamics of the tech industry, particularly concerning […]
FTC confirms no delay in Amazon trial
FTC Confirms No Delay in Amazon Trial The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has recently made it clear that there will be no delay in the trial against retail giant Amazon. The case, which accuses Amazon of utilizing ‘dark patterns’ to automatically renew Prime subscriptions, sheds light on the regulatory hurdles that Big Tech companies encounter. […]
Britain’s CMA sets roadmap for Big Tech regulation
Britain’s CMA Sets Roadmap for Big Tech Regulation In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, the role of regulators becomes increasingly crucial to ensure fair competition and consumer protection. Recently, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) in Britain has taken a significant step by setting a clear roadmap for the regulation of Big Tech companies. This […]
Google warns breakup plans could harm economy and security
Google Executives Argue Against Breakup Plans, Citing Potential Harm to Economy and Security In recent times, the tech giant Google has found itself under increasing scrutiny regarding its dominance in the digital sphere. With calls for antitrust actions growing louder, proposed remedies including breaking up the company have been suggested. However, Google executives are vehemently […]
US lawmakers criticise EU’s Digital Markets Act
US Lawmakers Jim Jordan and Scott Fitzgerald Criticize EU’s Digital Markets Act Two prominent US lawmakers, Jim Jordan and Scott Fitzgerald, have raised concerns and criticized the European Union’s Digital Markets Act, particularly its impact on Big Tech companies. The Digital Markets Act is a legislative proposal aimed at regulating digital platforms and ensuring fair […]
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 […]
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 […]
Algorithm probe puts Elon Musk and X under European Commission scrutiny
Algorithm Probe Puts Elon Musk and X Under European Commission Scrutiny The European Commission has set its sights on tech mogul Elon Musk and his company X, as they demand internal documentation and API access to scrutinize X’s recommendation systems. This move comes as part of a broader investigation into the algorithms and artificial intelligence […]