Italy Challenges Tech Giants Over VAT on User Data In a bold move that could have far-reaching implications for the tech industry, Italy is taking on tech giants over the issue of value-added tax (VAT) on user data. The dispute, which questions how digital services and personal data are valued under EU law, highlights the […]
Meta leaders settle $8 billion lawsuit, avoid testifying in privacy violations case
Meta Leaders Settle $8 Billion Lawsuit, Avoid Testifying in Privacy Violations Case Mark Zuckerberg and several current and former Meta Platforms directors have agreed to settle a monumental $8 billion lawsuit. This settlement comes as a strategic move to avoid testifying in a high-profile case concerning privacy violations. The lawsuit alleged that Meta, formerly known […]
TikTok Prepares US App With Its Own Algorithm and User Data
TikTok Prepares US App With Its Own Algorithm and User Data TikTok, the wildly popular short video-sharing platform owned by ByteDance, is making waves once again with its latest strategic move. The company is preparing to launch a separate app for the US market, complete with its own algorithm and user data. This decision marks […]
New ranking shows which AI respects your data
Which AI Respects Your Data? Le Chat Tops New Ranking While Meta AI Lags Behind In the ever-evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, privacy and data protection have become increasingly paramount. With the rise of AI-driven technologies in various aspects of our lives, concerns about how our data is being handled and protected have come to […]
New York Times sues OpenAI over data use
The New York Times Takes Legal Action Against OpenAI for Data Use In the digital age, data has become a valuable commodity, sought after by companies for various purposes, ranging from improving products to targeting advertisements. However, the use of this data is not without its controversies, as highlighted by a recent legal battle between […]
German court allows Meta to use Facebook and Instagram data
German Court Upholds Meta’s Use of Facebook and Instagram Data, Despite Consumer Group Concerns A recent ruling by a German court has given Meta, the parent company of social media giants Facebook and Instagram, the green light to continue using user data for artificial intelligence (AI) practices. While this decision may seem like a victory […]
German watchdog demands Meta stop AI training with EU user data
German Watchdog Demands Meta to Obtain Consent for AI Training with EU User Data The realm of data privacy and ethics in artificial intelligence (AI) is once again under scrutiny, with a recent demand from a German data watchdog directed at Meta, the parent company of social media giant Facebook. The watchdog insists that Meta […]
Microsoft bans DeepSeek app for staff use
Microsoft Bans DeepSeek App for Staff Use In a recent development, Microsoft has taken a stand against the use of the DeepSeek app by its staff members. The decision comes after Brad Smith, President of Microsoft, expressed concerns during a Senate hearing regarding the app’s ties to Chinese data storage practices and government-mandated censorship. This […]
Ad extinction: Mark Zuckerberg takes on advertising industry with Meta’s AI arsenalÂ
Ad Extinction: Mark Zuckerberg Takes on Advertising Industry with Meta’s AI Arsenal Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg recently confirmed that the U.S. tech giant will add premium plans to its platforms, aiming to reduce its reliance on traditional advertising methods. This strategic move marks a significant shift in the digital landscape, potentially paving the way for […]
Meta under scrutiny in France over digital Ad practices
Meta Under Scrutiny in France Over Digital Ad Practices Meta, formerly known as Facebook, is facing intense scrutiny in France over its digital advertising practices. With over 200 publications joining forces behind a lawsuit, the pressure on Meta is mounting as it faces legal fire across Europe. The French lawsuit against Meta revolves around the […]