Regulation

US DOJ announces antitrust lawsuit against tech giant Apple
Department of Justice is joined by 15 states and the District of Columbia in alleging that Apple stifles competition.
Published On 21 Mar 2024
Tesla recalls nearly all US vehicles over autopilot system defects
Firm’s largest ever recall comes after two-year investigation by federal safety regulator focused on autopilot function.
Published On 13 Dec 2023
Binance crypto exchange founder to step down amid US illicit finance probe
US authorities say CEO Changpeng Zhao pleaded guilty to breaking anti-money laundering laws.
Published On 21 Nov 2023
California hits pause on GM Cruise self-driving cars due to safety concerns
Decision is latest instance of regulatory agencies expressing concern over safety of autonomous vehicles.
Published On 24 Oct 2023

US president pledges to ramp up heat-related worker protections as more than 100 million Americans affected by heatwave.

Former far-right President Jair Bolsonaro loosened restrictions on gun purchases and encouraged firearm ownership.

Judge rejects challenge to $69bn acquisition in blow to efforts to crack down on economic consolidation in tech sector.

OceanGate’s website states that it has ‘suspended all exploration and commercial operations’ amid questions over safety.

The social media giant has threatened consequences over a bill meant to bolster ad revenue for news outlets.

Facebook says a new Canadian law compelling social media giant to pay publishers for news will come at a price.

FTC alleged that Amazon used ‘manipulative, coercive’ interface designs to trick users into enrolling in auto-renewal.

Brazilian president says he plans to raise stalled trade deal between the EU and bloc of South American nations.

Secretary-general says the risks posed by artificial intelligence threatens democracy and human rights.

Tech giants say a Canadian bill that would push companies to pay news publishers for content will hurt their business.

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