EU investigating Meta over failure to protect children from ‘addictive’ algorithms

EU investigating Meta over failure to protect children from ‘addictive’ algorithms

The probe will also look into whether Meta’s data collection practices and the efficiency of its age-verification tools comply with the Digital Services Act (DSA). The DSA requires large online services to aggressively police their platforms for illegal content and implement measures to mitigate risks to children. “We will now investigate in-depth the potential addictive …

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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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Apple’s Biggest iPhone Upgrade Coming Any Minute Now

Apple’s Biggest iPhone Upgrade Coming Any Minute Now

Apple’s about to change the iPhone for good. In iOS 17.4, there will be big updates, additional emoji, new features and improved security for everyone, everywhere. Apple’s next big iPhone update is almost here. David Phelan And if you live in the European Union, Apple’s response to new legislation, the Digital Markets Act, will see …

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Exactly When Apple Will Change The iPhone Forever

Exactly When Apple Will Change The iPhone Forever

When Apple issues its next big iPhone update—iOS 17.4—it will be the most feature-packed and wide-ranging mid-cycle release ever. More revelations are emerging of what’s coming, with more features crammed in than were expected. Here are the latest details, and exactly when you can get your hands on it—the predicted release date is at the …

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