Topic: big tech regulation
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EU mandates Google share search data and open Android AI
The European Commission has imposed new Digital Markets Act (DMA) specifications on Google, requiring the company to increase interoperability and competition for its Android and online search services in the EU. The regulations mandate that rival AI platforms receive equal access to Android's sy...
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Apple Fights EU's Digital Markets Act, Demands Repeal
Apple has formally requested that the European Union repeal the Digital Markets Act, escalating tensions between major US tech firms and EU regulators. The DMA aims to curb Big Tech's dominance with severe penalties, including fines up to 10% of global revenue, and has faced opposition from US po...
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Critics Slam Google's Search Remedy Ruling as a Total Failure
The court decision highlights Google's significant digital influence and the inadequacy of current regulatory measures, emphasizing the need for stronger legislative frameworks. The American Innovation and Choice Online Act is proposed as a crucial measure to prevent Google from unfairly favoring...
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Microsoft Emerges as Next Big Tech Antitrust Target
The FTC is investigating Microsoft for potentially exclusionary behavior related to its Azure cloud services and AI industry practices, focusing on business agreements, licensing, and product interoperability. Customer complaints allege Microsoft made it more expensive to run Windows software out...
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EU Scrutinizes Google's Ad Tech Overhaul
The European Commission is seeking industry feedback on Google's proposed antitrust remedies for its ad tech business, distributing the plan to about 200 stakeholders to assess if it will foster competition. Google's commitments, following a 2017 €2.95 billion fine, include giving publishers more...
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US Government Renews Push to Break Up Google
The US government is pursuing a breakup of Google's ad tech empire, arguing it illegally dominates digital advertising markets and requires structural changes to restore competition. A federal trial is underway to determine remedies, with the DOJ pushing for Google to sell its AdX exchange and op...
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Years in the Making: Meta Heads to Court Over Instagram and WhatsApp Deals
A legal battle with potentially enormous consequences for the social media world begins this week in Washington D.C. Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is facing off against the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in a landmark antitrust trial starting April 14th.
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Illinois Passes Nation’s Toughest AI Safety Bill
The Illinois House approved SB 315, which would require major AI companies like OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google DeepMind to undergo independent audits of their safety protocols, marking the strongest state-level AI regulation in the U.S. if signed by Governor JB Pritzker. The bill mandates an indep...
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Europe Fines Google €2.95B for Adtech Monopoly Despite Trump Threats
The European Commission has fined Google €2.95 billion for anti-competitive behavior in its advertising technology, favoring its own services like Google Ad Exchange since at least 2014. Google must stop these practices and submit a compliance plan within 60 days, with the EU warning of further a...
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DOJ, Google Ad Tech Monopoly Trial Concludes
The U.S. Department of Justice has concluded an antitrust trial against Google, seeking structural divestiture of its ad exchange and publisher tools to restore competition in the digital advertising market. Google opposes the breakup, arguing that divestiture would cause technical chaos and harm...
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Turkey approves Uber’s acquisition of Getir’s delivery business
Uber has received final regulatory approval from the Turkish Competition Board to acquire Getir's delivery operations, clearing the last barrier to the deal, which involves a $335 million cash purchase of Getir's food-delivery business and a separate $100 million investment for a 15% stake in its...
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