LinkedIn is facing a hefty fine of €310 million imposed by European Union regulators for breaching stringent data privacy regulations. This action highlights ongoing scrutiny of tech companies, particularly regarding their handling of personal information. The fine originated from an investigation initiated by Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC), which serves as LinkedIn’s lead privacy regulator […]
Temu Faces Deadline from EU Over Illegal Product Sales
In a significant development for e-commerce regulators, the European Commission has imposed a deadline of October 21 for the Chinese online marketplace, Temu, to respond to inquiries regarding its compliance with the Digital Services Act (DSA). This scrutiny arises as the Commission seeks concrete information about the platform’s strategies to combat the sale of illegal […]
X Returns to Brazil as Court Clears Path for Resumption
The social media giant X, formerly known as Twitter, has successfully reinstated its services in Brazil following a recent Supreme Court ruling that lifted a previous suspension. The resumption of operations came just a day after the court confirmed that X had complied with all necessary legal requirements to return to the Brazilian market. This […]
Worldcoin Shifts Focus to Asia for Biometric Tech
Worldcoin, the innovative company co-founded by Sam Altman, is making a significant strategic pivot by redirecting its focus from Europe to Asia. This move comes in response to the increasing regulatory scrutiny the company has faced in Europe, particularly from Bavaria’s data protection authority, which threatens to impede its operations in the region. The decision […]