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Italy fines Amazon subsidiaries for unfair practices
The regulator claims that Amazon restricted consumers’ freedom of choice by automatically pre-setting a ‘Subscribe and Save’ option on its website.
US unveils charges against alleged Iranian hackers
The US Attorney General has emphasised the severity of cyber threats originating from Iran, highlighting their potential impact on national security and economic stability.
Spain reopens probe into Israeli NSO Group’s Pegasus software
The Spanish government has not disclosed whether foreign or domestic entities are suspected of orchestrating the espionage, signalling a renewed effort to address digital surveillance concerns and protect the privacy of politicians and citizens alike.
US FTC votes to ban noncompete agreements nationwide
The Federal Trade Commission’s decision to ban noncompete agreements marks a significant shift in employment regulations, impacting millions of workers nationwide and sparking debates over the fairness of these contractual practices.
Australian senator calls for Musk’s imprisonment
Amid escalating tensions between Elon Musk and Australian authorities over the publication of a controversial video on his platform X, accusations of censorship and calls for imprisonment have stirred a heated debate.
Chinese entities bypassed US export ban on advanced Nvidia AI chips
Chinese universities and research institutions acquired high-end Nvidia artificial intelligence (AI) processors through resellers, despite Washington’s prohibition on such technology sales to China.
Nigeria launches first multilingual large language model for inclusive AI development
Nigeria launches its first Multilingual Large Language Model (LLM), aiming to foster inclusive AI development by leveraging the country’s linguistic diversity, alongside significant infrastructure developments to strengthen national computing capacity.
UK Government Introduces £8 Million Fund to Enhance AI Integration in the Maritime Sector
The fund will notably support feasibility studies and the development of new technologies, covering a wide array of applications from self-driving boats to automated systems to enhance port operations’ efficiency and sustainability.
Google fires 20 more workers amid Israeli contract protests
As debates rage on regarding corporate responsibility and workplace activism, Google’s latest decision to terminate 20 more employees amidst protests over its Israeli contract underscores the complex intersection of business interests and social issues within tech companies.
Kenya and Angola forge innovative telecom partnership in Africa
Spearheaded by Angola’s Minister Mário Oliveira, the collaboration leverages Angola’s communication satellite, Angosat 2, to unlock a multitude of opportunities spanning ICT, agriculture, mining, and climate monitoring.
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