FCC Chair Faces Senate Scrutiny Over Broadcast Pressure
Brendan Carr to testify amid bipartisan concerns over media influence Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr (pictured) is scheduled to...
Regulation – Law
EU Flags Concerns Over Online Porn and Weapon Sales
Shein complaint prompts regulatory attention from Brussels The European Commission has acknowledged receiving a formal complaint from French authorities regarding...
France Investigates TikTok Over Algorithmic Harm Risks
Judicial probe examines platform’s impact on youth mental health. French authorities have launched a formal investigation into TikTok, focusing on...
Australia Expands Teen Social Media Ban to Reddit, Kick
New law targets platforms enabling online interaction for users under 16. Australia’s eSafety Commissioner has broadened the scope of its...
Microsoft Faces Legal Action Over AI-Driven Price Hikes
Australian regulator alleges misleading conduct tied to Copilot integration. Australia’s consumer watchdog has filed a lawsuit against Microsoft, accusing the...
UN Cybercrime Treaty Signed in Hanoi Amid Debate
Around 60 countries endorse a global pact to combat cybercrime, though concerns remain over human rights and surveillance risks. A...
EU Flags Meta and TikTok Over Data Access Shortfalls
Preliminary findings suggest both platforms failed to meet transparency obligations under the Digital Services Act. The European Commission has released...
Apple Faces EU Complaint Over App Store Restrictions
Civil rights groups challenge Apple’s developer policies under the Digital Markets Act, citing barriers to competition. Two European civil rights...
TikTok Algorithm Deal Raises Security Questions
A U.S. lawmaker warns that licensing TikTok’s algorithm to new owners may pose risks despite planned safeguards. Concerns Over Algorithm...
Google Revises Search Layout Amid EU Antitrust Pressure
Google proposes new changes to its search results to address EU antitrust concerns and avoid fines under the Digital Markets...
