Small browser market share surges post-Digital Markets Act

Small browser market share surges post-Digital Markets Act

Use of independent browsers in the EU has jumped since the implementation of the Digital Markets Act (DMA) on 7th March, shifting the digital landscape. Data six browser companies have shared with Reuters highlights the legislation’s immediate impact. The DMA requires tech giants like Google, Apple and Microsoft to make it easier to switch to …

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Big tech voices opposition to digital competition law in India

Big tech voices opposition to digital competition law in India

Apple articulated its stance during its submissions to the Committee on Digital Competition Law (CDCL), saying it “prefers a regulatory framework that fosters innovation” rather than imposing stringent pre-emptive measures. Last week, the CDCL unveiled a comprehensive report [pdf] alongside the draft Digital Competition Bill, 2024, prompting divergent views from stakeholders. Under the proposed bill, …

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Awesome iPhone Update Just Days Away

Awesome iPhone Update Just Days Away

Apple’s next iPhone update—unless there’s another surprise mini-update like iOS 17.3.1—will be iOS 17.4. Unusually, Apple has given us a clue as to when it will come, though this article is about pinning down the date as much as we can. iOs 17.4 is coming soon. But how soon, exactly? David Phelan February 15 update …

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TikTok, Facebook parent Meta appeal against EU ‘gatekeeper’ status

TikTok, Facebook parent Meta appeal against EU ‘gatekeeper’ status

TikTok is joining Facebook parent company Meta in challenging the “gatekeeper” status under the European Union’s (EU) Digital Markets Act (DMA). The development comes a few days after Microsoft, Google and Amazon decided not to challenge their designations, while Apple is yet to respond on the issue.The DMA will essentially force tech giants to make …

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IMessage: Apple’s iMessage may get out of being one of the ‘gatekeepers’ in Europe

IMessage: Apple’s iMessage may get out of being one of the ‘gatekeepers’ in Europe

Apple is reportedly arguing with the European Union that iMessage should not be classified as a “gatekeeper” under the EU’s Digital Markets Act, as it does not meet the popularity criteria.The European Commission will release a list of designated gatekeepers on September 6. This list will include the names of companies that are deemed to …

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Blocking EU Users from Accessing Threads via a VPN: The Meta Dilemma

Blocking EU Users from Accessing Threads via a VPN: The Meta Dilemma

Instagram recently launched its Twitter competitor, Threads, which quickly gained over 100 million users in just over five days. Surprisingly, this number was achieved without the availability of the app in the European market. However, individuals in the region were determined to try the new platform and resorted to using VPNs to access it. Unfortunately, …

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