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Opinionhelsingin-sanomat2d ago

Finland's Economy and Data Center Boom

An opinion piece argues that Finland's excitement over American tech giants choosing the country for data centers indicates a 'runner-boy economy,' rather than a focus on building domestic industry.

Germans demand digital sovereignty from US tech
Technologydie-presse5d ago

Germans demand digital sovereignty from US tech

A survey conducted by the Bitkom industry association in Germany revealed that 99% of respondents demand Germany's technological independence. The desire for digital sovereignty from US tech giants like Facebook, Apple, and Google is significant, prompting a search for European alternatives.

Tips for Limiting Social Media Data Sharing
Businesshotnews7d ago

Tips for Limiting Social Media Data Sharing

A 'Good Tech' newsletter edition provides advice on how to adjust social media settings to reduce the amount of personal data shared with tech giants, thereby limiting personalized advertising.

Trump Administration Clashes with EU Over Big Tech Fines
Politicscnbcprotothema-en11d ago2 sources

Trump Administration Clashes with EU Over Big Tech Fines

The Trump administration is expressing anger as European Union fines against major U.S. tech companies have exceeded $7 billion in two years, leading to increasing clashes between Washington and Brussels over the bloc's regulatory actions.

Apple's AI Strategy Prioritizes Discipline Over Hype
Businesszerohedge12d ago

Apple's AI Strategy Prioritizes Discipline Over Hype

While other tech giants are investing billions in artificial intelligence, Apple executives are reportedly taking a more disciplined approach, holding back on massive AI investments despite sitting on substantial cash reserves.

Iran's Revolutionary Guard Threatens 18 Tech Firms Including Apple, Google, Meta
TechnologyAPBBCbloomberg+57NYTwsjle-mondeNPRAl JazeeraFox Newsyle-uutisetfaz+49 more20d ago60 sources

Iran's Revolutionary Guard Threatens 18 Tech Firms Including Apple, Google, Meta

Iran's Revolutionary Guard has reiterated its warning to US tech firms, explicitly listing 18 companies including Apple, Google, and Meta as targets for 'reciprocal action' starting tomorrow. This follows previous threats against leading American technology companies, which Iran claims are complicit in alleged Israeli-US intelligence-backed strikes.

Governments Worldwide Summon Tech Giants Over Child Social Media Noncompliance
TechnologyNYTstraits-times20-minuten+2Jakarta PostDaily Sabah20d ago5 sources

Governments Worldwide Summon Tech Giants Over Child Social Media Noncompliance

Governments, including Indonesia and Australia, are summoning tech giants like Meta and Google over noncompliance with child social media curbs, following convictions in US courts for creating addictive platforms and sparking broader discussions on the societal impact of screens on children.

Meta and Google Face International Legal Action Over Social Media Addiction
TechnologyReutersBBCbloomberg+40economistwsjFTThe GuardianAl JazeeraCNNnzztagesschau+32 more26d ago43 sources

Meta and Google Face International Legal Action Over Social Media Addiction

A US jury found Meta and Google liable for intentionally designing addictive social media platforms, a ruling echoed by a Hungarian court, with new reports from Germany also finding Meta and Google negligent, raising stakes for tech giants and potentially opening the door to more lawsuits globally.

Nvidia Receives China's Approval for H200 Chip Sales
TechnologyYahoochannel-news-asiaseeking-alpha+2global-timeskuwait-times1mo ago5 sources

Nvidia Receives China's Approval for H200 Chip Sales

Nvidia has reportedly received approval from China to sell its H200 chips in the country, a significant development for its market presence and a move that could see the company restart production for the Chinese market.

After signing Pentagon deal, Sam Altman to Silicon Valley: You have double standards
TechnologyTimes of India1mo ago

After signing Pentagon deal, Sam Altman to Silicon Valley: You have double standards

OpenAI has secured a contract with the Department of War for classified network deployment, following a period of intense scrutiny. CEO Sam Altman defended the move, emphasizing long-standing discussions and the need to support the government's mission. He also criticized tech giants for demanding government action against China while refusing to assist, highlighting a perceived double standard.

Technologyazernews1mo ago

Google and Meta Strike AI Chip Deal

Tech giants Google and Meta have reportedly reached a deal concerning AI chips, indicating collaboration in the rapidly evolving artificial intelligence hardware sector.

Technologybloomberg1mo ago

Apple Seen as Haven from AI Fears, For Now

A Bloomberg article suggests that Apple is currently perceived as a safe haven from broader concerns surrounding artificial intelligence, distinguishing its market position from other tech giants.

AI Agents Surge in China, One Empties Payment Card
Technologydennik-n8d ago

AI Agents Surge in China, One Empties Payment Card

China is experiencing a wave of enthusiasm for AI agents, programs capable of performing tasks independently. The trend, symbolized by OpenClaw, has seen Chinese tech giants and local governments eager to capitalize, with one reported incident involving an AI agent emptying a payment card.

BusinessFT20d ago

Judgment Against Meta and Google

A recent judgment against tech giants Meta and Google is being compared to the "tobacco moment" for social media, indicating a significant legal development.

Meta Stock Experiences Worst Day in Nearly a Year Amid Social Media Addiction Trial Losses
TechnologyAPbloombergwsj+16wapoThe GuardianFox Newstimes-ukcnbcla-repubblicatvn24de-volkskrant+8 more24d ago19 sources

Meta Stock Experiences Worst Day in Nearly a Year Amid Social Media Addiction Trial Losses

Major technology companies like Google and Meta are facing intense scrutiny and legal challenges, drawing parallels to the tobacco industry, as US court verdicts, including a recent jury finding Meta and YouTube liable for harming children, trigger a domino effect of lawsuits in 30 American states and cause Meta's stock to plunge, experiencing its worst day in nearly a year.

Meta, Google Found Liable in Landmark Social Media Addiction Case
CultureAPReutersBBC+19bloombergNYTwsjThe Guardianle-figaroThe IndependentpolitikenYahoo+11 more24d ago22 sources

Meta, Google Found Liable in Landmark Social Media Addiction Case

A landmark US jury verdict found Meta and Google (YouTube) liable for creating addictive social media products that harm children, prompting calls for responsible design and placing Meta in risky legal territory as New Mexico explores options to force changes. This initial victory against tech giants has been widely reported, including by Greek media.

Datacenters are becoming a target in warfare for the first time
TechnologyReutersThe GuardianYahoo+3Times of Indiandtvtempo-english1mo ago6 sources

Datacenters are becoming a target in warfare for the first time

Iran's state media has reportedly identified major US tech firms as potential targets amidst escalating Middle East tensions, with new reports indicating Iran may specifically target US-linked data centers in Arab countries, following an incident where Amazon's UAE data center was struck.

Apple's AI Strategy and Spending
Technologycnbc1mo ago

Apple's AI Strategy and Spending

Apple appears to be taking a different approach to the AI arms race, allocating significantly less capital expenditure to AI in fiscal 2025 compared to other tech giants.

Starmer Faces Resignation Calls Over Mandelson-Epstein Revelations
WorldBBCNYTFT+21le-mondeThe GuardianAl JazeeranosaftonbladetSCMPla-repubblicamorgunbladid+13 more4d ago24 sources

Starmer Faces Resignation Calls Over Mandelson-Epstein Revelations

UK opposition leader Keir Starmer is facing calls for his resignation following new revelations linking Peter Mandelson to the Epstein scandal, which also led to a vetting row and the departure of top Foreign Office official Olly Robbins.

Courier Companies Adopt Tax Optimization Strategies
Politicsrzeczpospolita6d ago

Courier Companies Adopt Tax Optimization Strategies

Courier companies are increasingly adopting tax optimization strategies, mirroring those of tech giants like Google and Facebook, as cross-border flows grow, a trend for which politicians are reportedly unprepared.

Anthropic Withholds Claude Mythos AI Model, Partners with Tech Giants After Security Flaw Discovery
TechnologyReuterseconomistThe Guardian+13cnbctvn24marketwatchpublicoBusiness InsiderYahoohotnewsTimes of India+5 more12d ago16 sources

Anthropic Withholds Claude Mythos AI Model, Partners with Tech Giants After Security Flaw Discovery

Anthropic's Claude Mythos AI model, designed to identify complex software security flaws, is being withheld from public access due to its potential misuse. The company is instead partnering with major tech firms like Apple and Google to leverage its capabilities.

US Tech Giants Face Opposition Over Data Center Projects
BusinessTimes of India15d ago

US Tech Giants Face Opposition Over Data Center Projects

Tech giants like Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Meta are encountering mounting opposition across at least 11 US states regarding their massive data center projects, driven by concerns over power grid strain and rising energy costs.

AI Wave Leads to Layoffs at Tech Giants
TechnologyBusiness Insider21d ago

AI Wave Leads to Layoffs at Tech Giants

Despite claims that AI will reduce work, the technology is reportedly leading to significant layoffs in the tech sector, with Meta cutting hundreds of jobs and Oracle considering thousands.

AI War in Iran Extends to Silicon Valley, Targeting Tech Giants
WorldFox News21d ago

AI War in Iran Extends to Silicon Valley, Targeting Tech Giants

The 'AI war' in Iran has expanded to Silicon Valley, with Iran publishing a target list of 29 locations, including major tech companies like Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Nvidia, and Palantir. Subsequently, AWS data centers in the UAE and Bahrain were reportedly struck.

Meta Faces Scrutiny Over Platform Harms and 'Antisocial Media' Concerns
WorldBBCThe GuardianNPR+4Yahoola-vanguardianaftemporikiThe Observer22d ago7 sources

Meta Faces Scrutiny Over Platform Harms and 'Antisocial Media' Concerns

Meta is facing intense scrutiny and public backlash, with reports indicating the company failed to heed warnings about platform harms that led to deaths. This comes as Meta's stock plunged following significant US jury verdicts against tech giants, prompting the UK Prime Minister to address concerns about 'antisocial media' and its societal impact.

Tech Giants Ruled to Have Created Addictive Social Media Platforms
Technologyberlingskeel-mundo24d ago2 sources

Tech Giants Ruled to Have Created Addictive Social Media Platforms

A woman in the USA has won a lawsuit against Meta and Alphabet, with a court ruling that the mechanisms used by their social platforms are addictive, marking a significant legal challenge to their business model and reinforcing the idea that social media has reached its 'tobacco moment'.

Is Microsoft a Buy as Cheapest 'Magnificent Seven' Stock?
BusinessYahoo1mo ago

Is Microsoft a Buy as Cheapest 'Magnificent Seven' Stock?

Microsoft has become the most affordably priced stock among the 'Magnificent Seven' tech giants, prompting analysis on whether it represents a compelling buying opportunity for investors. The article explores its valuation relative to its peers.

Meta acquires AI agent social network Moltbook
Technologycyprus-mail1mo ago

Meta acquires AI agent social network Moltbook

Facebook parent Meta Platforms has announced that it acquired Moltbook, a social networking platform built for artificial intelligence agents, bringing the company’s ​founders into its AI research division. The development signals an intense race ‌among tech giants to snap up AI talent and technology, as autonomous agents capable of executing real-world tasks move from novelty […]

Iran rejects Trump's World Cup safety warnings, team labels US unfit to host
WorldAPBBCbloomberg+100NYTFTwapoThe GuardianAl JazeeraCNNFox Newsnrk+92 more1mo ago103 sources

Iran rejects Trump's World Cup safety warnings, team labels US unfit to host

Iran has rejected US President Trump's warnings about the safety of its team at the World Cup, with the team labeling the US as unfit to host the tournament. This follows Iran's shock announcement of its refusal to participate in the 2026 World Cup, escalating the geopolitical dispute into the realm of global athletics.

Nvidia finally realises, it is time to give up on 'China dream'
TechnologyTimes of India1mo ago

Nvidia finally realises, it is time to give up on 'China dream'

Nvidia has halted production of AI chips for the Chinese market, redirecting manufacturing capacity to its next-generation Vera Rubin architecture. This strategic shift follows months of waiting for regulatory clearance and signals a move towards more certain demand from US tech giants, rather than relying on potential Chinese market access.