Pavel Durov granted temporary leave from France in legal case The legal saga surrounding Pavel Durov, the founder of the popular messaging app Telegram, has taken a new turn as French prosecutors suspect him of enabling illegal activities on the platform. Durov, a prominent figure in the tech industry known for his commitment to privacy […]
FCC raises concerns over EU’s online regulation impact on free speech
FCC Raises Concerns Over EU’s Online Regulation Impact on Free Speech The recent move by the European Union to tighten regulations on online content has sparked concerns from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the United States. The EU’s proposed regulations aim to hold tech companies accountable for the content shared on their platforms, with […]
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 […]
Reinventing the Finnish ecosystem to support the Chips Act targets
Reinventing the Finnish Ecosystem to Support the Chips Act Targets In recent years, Finland has been making significant strides in transforming itself into a powerhouse in chip development. Jussi Tuovinen, the CEO of Kvanttinova, sheds light on how this Nordic country is reshaping its ecosystem to align with the ambitious goals set forth by the […]
Musk’s X wins court motion to remove judge in German election data case
Musk’s X Successfully Removes Judge in Legal Dispute with German Authorities In a recent turn of events, Musk’s X has emerged victorious in a court motion to remove the judge overseeing a legal dispute with German authorities. This development comes as the legal battle between X and the German government intensifies, casting a shadow over […]
Australia slaps A$1 million fine on Telegram
Australia Slaps A$1 Million Fine on Telegram for Delayed Response on Child Abuse and Extremist Content Measures In a landmark move aimed at holding social media platforms accountable for their role in combating harmful content, Australia has recently imposed a hefty fine of A$1 million on Telegram. This decision comes in the wake of the […]
Australian kids overlook social media age checks
Australian Kids Overlook Social Media Age Checks A recent report has shed light on a concerning trend in Australia – children are overlooking social media age checks, creating challenges in enforcing age restrictions on these platforms. This issue has come to the forefront at a time when the country is gearing up for upcoming bans […]
Rising foreign cyber threats test Philippine security
Rising Foreign Cyber Threats Test Philippine Security As the mid-term elections approach in May, the Philippines faces a new and formidable challenge – rising foreign cyber threats. Among these threats, misinformation and deepfakes have emerged as significant concerns, putting the country’s security to the test in an unprecedented way. Misinformation, often disseminated through social media […]
Google’s India policy head resigns amid market challenges
Google’s India Policy Head Resigns Amid Market Challenges Google, one of the world’s leading tech giants, is facing a significant setback in one of its key markets – India. The company has recently bid farewell to its top public policy executive in India for the second time in two years. This resignation comes at a […]
EU seeks private investment for AI gigafactories
EU Seeks Private Investment for AI Gigafactories The European Union is making bold moves to enhance its artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities by seeking private investment for the establishment of AI gigafactories. These large-scale computing facilities are set to revolutionize the technological landscape in Europe and propel the region to the forefront of AI innovation on […]