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Bank of England Updates Bank Failure Playbook
FinanceYahoo8d ago

Bank of England Updates Bank Failure Playbook

The Bank of England has revised its procedures for handling bank failures, following an acknowledgment from US regulators. This update aims to enhance the framework for managing financial crises.

Concerns Grow Over Anthropic's Mythos AI System Capabilities and Cybersecurity Risks
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Concerns Grow Over Anthropic's Mythos AI System Capabilities and Cybersecurity Risks

Widespread reports about Anthropic's new Mythos AI system, capable of identifying weaknesses, have prompted global financial regulators to assess its cybersecurity risks. Canadian and UK financial leaders are convening to address vulnerabilities and warn leading banks, insurers, and exchanges.

Nigerian ministers, Lagos electricity regulators to speak at African energy summit in US
BusinessPremium Times1mo ago

Nigerian ministers, Lagos electricity regulators to speak at African energy summit in US

The summit, which brings together African energy policymakers, regulators, investors and development partners, will focus on strengthening the United States–Africa energy partnership and expanding investment in the continent’s power sector. The post Nigerian ministers, Lagos electricity regulators to speak at African energy summit in US appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

EU’s antitrust chief now has warning for America's biggest chip companies Nvidia and AMD
TechnologyTimes of India1mo ago

EU’s antitrust chief now has warning for America's biggest chip companies Nvidia and AMD

The European Union is expanding its AI industry scrutiny, with officials warning US chipmakers like Nvidia and AMD. Regulators are examining the entire AI stack, from underlying models and data to cloud infrastructure, due to concerns about market dominance. Nvidia's significant market share in GPUs is a particular focus, potentially leading to antitrust investigations and hefty fines.

UK Watchdogs Press Social Media Giants to Block Children and Tighten Age Checks
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UK Watchdogs Press Social Media Giants to Block Children and Tighten Age Checks

UK regulators are urging social media companies including Meta, TikTok, Snap, and YouTube to implement stricter age verification and block children under 13, with warnings of hefty fines if they fail to protect children online, as the government considers barring under-16s from such platforms.

FG, states adopt unified gaming framework to boost economy
Businesspunch-ng1mo ago

FG, states adopt unified gaming framework to boost economy

The Federal Government and the gaming regulators of 25 states have adopted a unified regulatory framework for the gaming sector, aimed at strengthening oversight of advertising, promoting collaboration among regulators, and enhancing the sector’s contribution to Nigeria’s economy. This was revealed on Monday in Abuja during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding establishing a Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-states-adopt-unified-gaming-framework-to-boost-economy/

55 Ghanaians killed on the battlefields of Ukraine
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55 Ghanaians killed on the battlefields of Ukraine

First, dozens of Ghanaians have been killed on the battlefields of Ukraine, as Ghana's Foreign Minister makes a direct appeal to President Zelensky. Also, a new sleeping sickness pill receives the green light from European regulators, paving its way to Africa to protect over 60 million at risk from the deadly tsetse fly. Finally, Paris Agriculture Fair celebrates African Culture with many producers from the continent who came to showcase their products. Côte d'Ivoire shines as guest of Honor ...

Google to Test Search Changes Amid EU Antitrust Probe
TechnologyReutersRappler1mo ago2 sources

Google to Test Search Changes Amid EU Antitrust Probe

Google is reportedly testing changes to its search results in response to an ongoing EU antitrust investigation and potential fines under the Digital Markets Act, aiming to address concerns from rivals and regulators.

EU Forms Working Group for Montenegro Accession Treaty
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EU Forms Working Group for Montenegro Accession Treaty

The European Union has approved the creation of a working group tasked with drafting Montenegro's accession treaty. This move signifies a step forward in Montenegro's path towards EU membership.

Ghana and Rwanda Regulators Sign MoU on Nuclear Safety Cooperation
Worldmyjoyonline8d ago

Ghana and Rwanda Regulators Sign MoU on Nuclear Safety Cooperation

The Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NRA) of Ghana and the Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority have signed a Memorandum of Understanding. This agreement aims to strengthen collaboration in the safe and secure regulation of nuclear and radiological facilities and activities for peaceful purposes.

European Trade Group Slams Broadcom's VMware Program Changes
PoliticsTimes of India1mo ago

European Trade Group Slams Broadcom's VMware Program Changes

European cloud providers' lobby group CISPE is urging EU antitrust regulators to intervene against Broadcom's termination of its VMware Cloud Service Provider program, calling it a "death sentence" for suppliers and a restriction on customer choice.

Anthropic Sues Pentagon Over ‘Supply Chain Risk’ Label
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Anthropic Sues Pentagon Over ‘Supply Chain Risk’ Label

AI developer Anthropic has filed a lawsuit against the US Department of Defense to challenge its 'supply chain risk' designation, with Microsoft, Google, and OpenAI staff publicly urging a US judge to block the Pentagon's decision and prevent a ban on Anthropic's technology in existing defense…

Paramount-Skydance to Acquire Warner Bros. Discovery
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Paramount-Skydance to Acquire Warner Bros. Discovery

US media giant Paramount-Skydance has announced an agreement to acquire fellow company Warner Bros. Discovery, winning a bidding war against Netflix.

Online Watchdog Warns Video Game Giants Over Child Grooming Concerns
Technologysbs-news8h ago

Online Watchdog Warns Video Game Giants Over Child Grooming Concerns

An online watchdog has issued a warning to major video game companies regarding increasing concerns about child grooming on their platforms. This action follows Roblox's recent implementation of new account types specifically designed for underage users, amidst growing pressure from global regulators.

New AI model 'Mythos' raises cybersecurity concerns
ScienceFrance 241d ago

New AI model 'Mythos' raises cybersecurity concerns

A powerful new AI model named Mythos has caused alarm among governments and regulators due to its ability to find previously undetected bugs, prompting calls for critical sectors to strengthen their cybersecurity defenses.

Anthropic's 'Dangerous' Mythos AI Model Under Scrutiny, US Agencies Eye Access
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Anthropic's 'Dangerous' Mythos AI Model Under Scrutiny, US Agencies Eye Access

Anthropic's new Mythos AI model is facing significant scrutiny from regulators and its own developers, with some reports deeming it 'too dangerous to release' to the public. Despite these concerns, the White House is reportedly considering providing US government agencies with access to the powerful AI.

German Banks Assess Risks of Anthropic's Mythos AI with Regulators
BusinessYahoo6d ago

German Banks Assess Risks of Anthropic's Mythos AI with Regulators

German financial institutions are reportedly evaluating the potential risks associated with Anthropic's Mythos AI model, engaging with regulatory authorities to understand its implications. This proactive assessment aims to ensure compliance and manage new technological challenges.

Nexstar-Tegna Merger Faces Antitrust Lawsuits
PoliticsNPR8d ago

Nexstar-Tegna Merger Faces Antitrust Lawsuits

The $6.2 billion acquisition deal between local TV giants Nexstar and Tegna, despite quick approval from Trump administration regulators, is now facing significant challenges from two antitrust lawsuits.

Former Nigerian Oil Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke denies UK corruption charges
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Former Nigerian Oil Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke denies UK corruption charges

Former Nigerian oil minister Diezani Alison-Madueke has categorically denied all corruption charges in her UK trial, stating in court that she never asked for, took, or received any bribes and did not abuse her office.

Dutch Regulators Approve Tesla's Full Self-Driving System for Supervised Use
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Dutch Regulators Approve Tesla's Full Self-Driving System for Supervised Use

Dutch regulatory authorities have granted approval for Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) software to be used on highways and city streets under mandatory human supervision, marking a European first for the electric car manufacturer.

FDA Declines Specific Guidance on Foreign Drug Imports by Health Programs
Healthcnbc16d ago

FDA Declines Specific Guidance on Foreign Drug Imports by Health Programs

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has declined to issue specific guidance regarding the import of prescription drugs from overseas by health programs. This decision follows a CNBC investigation that highlighted the proliferation of such programs, which regulators consider a violation of import laws.

Dozens of Australian petrol stations run out of fuel as panic-buying continues
BusinessThe Guardian1mo ago

Dozens of Australian petrol stations run out of fuel as panic-buying continues

NRMA says record-high fuel may be here to stay in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane after prices soared early in the Middle East conflict Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Dozens of service stations across Australia have run out of petrol as distributors struggle to keep up with customers panic-buying as the conflict in the Middle East continues to disrupt prices. The NRMA has warned regulators “missed” the chanc...

Zenith Bank deepens UK presence with strategic Manchester branch opening
BusinessPremium Times1mo ago

Zenith Bank deepens UK presence with strategic Manchester branch opening

The official opening ceremony, scheduled to hold on Tuesday, 17 March 2026, is expected to attract government officials from Nigeria and the United Kingdom, regulators, investors, customers, and business leaders from both countries The post Zenith Bank deepens UK presence with strategic Manchester branch opening appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

ICPC and Mortgage Brokers Combat Property Fraud in Nigeria
Worldvanguard-ng1mo ago

ICPC and Mortgage Brokers Combat Property Fraud in Nigeria

Nigeria’s anti-corruption watchdog, the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), and mortgage industry regulators have launched a joint effort to tackle fraud, fake agents, and other malpractices in the country’s real estate and housing finance sector.

PJM Market Monitor Opposes Maryland Coal Plant Sale To Data Center Company
Businesszerohedge1mo ago

PJM Market Monitor Opposes Maryland Coal Plant Sale To Data Center Company

PJM Market Monitor Opposes Maryland Coal Plant Sale To Data Center Company By Ethan Howland of UtilityDive The PJM Interconnection’s market monitor on Wednesday urged federal regulators to reject an application from GenOn to sell a 216-MW power plant in Maryland to TeraWulf over concerns the data center developer would remove the resource from PJM’s market. Taking the four Morgantown generating units out of the PJM market would run counter to “principles” issued by the National ...

New sleeping sickness pill gets nod, paving the way for use in Africa
HealthAPFrance 24Yahoo1mo ago3 sources

New sleeping sickness pill gets nod, paving the way for use in Africa

European drug regulators on Friday endorsed a new and simpler treatment for sleeping sickness, in what could be a giant boost to efforts to eliminate the disease. A European Medicines Agency committee gave its nod to acoziborole, developed by Sanofi and DNDi. Speaking to France 24, Dr Luis Pizarro, executive director of DNDi, said the new pill could revolutionise treatment of the disease, which has killed hundreds of thousands across Africa.