Australia is implementing a world-first social media ban for children under 16 starting December 10. The policy targets Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and seven other platforms, with fines up to $49.5 million for non-compliance. But will it actually protect kids?
European Union ministers are pressing US trade officials to fully implement their July trade deal. The talks focus on cutting US steel tariffs and removing duties on EU goods like wine. Both sides are navigating delicate trade tensions ahead of key deadlines.
Europe’s landmark tech regulations are stalling across the board. The AI Act, Digital Services Act, and Digital Markets Act all face delays and potential weakening as US pressure mounts.
Apple is reportedly planning a major shift in strategy for iOS 27 next year. The company will focus on software quality and performance improvements rather than introducing major new features. This marks the first time since iOS 12 that Apple has prioritized stability over new capabilities.
Computer scientists are discovering that even simple learning algorithms can learn to collude on prices without any explicit programming. The problem? This kind of algorithmic price-fixing doesn’t look like traditional collusion, making it incredibly difficult to regulate under current antitrust law
Google is finally giving Pixel users the ability to remove the persistent At a Glance widget from their home screens. This marks a significant shift for the Pixel Launcher, which has historically limited customization compared to third-party alternatives. The change raises questions about what other
The final arguments have been made in the US government’s case against Google’s adtech monopoly. Judge Leonie Brinkema appears eager to resolve the case quickly before Google can appeal, while the company faces additional pressure from a massive EU fine.
The IRS is implementing new crypto reporting requirements that will fundamentally change how digital asset transactions are tracked and taxed. Starting with 2025 tax returns, brokers must issue Form 1099-DA for all crypto sales, with cost basis reporting becoming mandatory in 2026. This ends the era
Elon Musk’s Boring Company has been hit with a $500,000 fine for illegally dumping drilling waste in Las Vegas. Workers were caught covering fencing with tarps to hide a toxic green pond. The company continued dumping even after agreeing to stop.
Zoox has started offering free public rides through its Explorer program in San Francisco neighborhoods. The company’s unique steering wheel-free vehicles represent a different approach to urban autonomy. This launch signals growing diversity in the autonomous mobility landscape.
